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This transcript is a high-school basketball game broadcast (Salem High School vs. Marblehead) and is therefore not eligible for civic/government meeting article generation.
Massachusetts / School Boards / Salem Public Schools
The committee approved the district'9s FY27 capital submission to city finance — a roughly $5.8 million package prioritizing MEP/HVAC work, playground planning and Bentley building repairs including a $555,000 investment.
Massachusetts / School Boards / Salem Public Schools
On a 6-0 first-reading vote, the Salem School Committee moved to name the consolidated Carlton/Saltonstall school "Sarah Parker Remond Elementary School," with committee members emphasizing teaching the honoree's history and clarifying pronunciation.
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The Salem School Committee voted unanimously to approve the 2026-27 calendar with Oct. 30 changed to a half day for students and remote professional development for staff, and adopted district enrollment targets aimed at socioeconomic balance; Bentley remains exempt from a kindergarten income target.
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The superintendent told the School Committee Jan. 5 that Carleton and Saltonstall will merge into a single school, with transition and innovation committees to launch immediately, a Jan. 12–Feb. 6 transfer window for families, and final recommendations expected before April vacation.
Massachusetts / School Boards / Salem Public Schools
HR director Jill Conrad told the School Committee the district has hired 143 people since July but still faces a gap between student demographics and teacher demographics (about 62% students of color vs. ~14% teachers of color); the district plans apprenticeship pathways and data-system improvements.
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At its Jan. 5 meeting the Salem School Committee approved the meeting agenda and consent agenda by roll call and later adjourned; the committee heard merger and HR presentations and set follow-up actions.
Massachusetts / School Boards / Salem Public Schools
At a Dec. 22 special meeting the Salem School Committee voted 6–0 to adopt a DESE-guided local competency determination that replaces the MCAS-based competency determination and approved programs of study for all three high schools, including the first program for Salem Prep.
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At a Dec. 22 special meeting, the Salem School Committee presented citations and tokens of appreciation to Amanda Campbell and Manny Cruz for eight years of service; both delivered farewell remarks urging community engagement and continuity for multilingual students and educators.
Massachusetts / School Boards / Salem Public Schools
After hours of public comment and debate over two reconfiguration plans, the Salem School Committee voted 4–3 on Dec. 15, 2025 to adopt 'scenario 4,' a short‑term consolidation plan; the superintendent said transition teams and a detailed timeline will be presented in January.