Massachusetts / School Boards / Holliston Public Schools
After reviewing three finalists and extensive community input, the Holliston School Committee voted 5–2 to appoint Dr. Kimo Carter as superintendent of Holliston Public Schools, effective July 1, 2026, subject to contract negotiations and final approval.
Massachusetts / School Boards / Holliston Public Schools
On Jan. 30 the Holliston School Committee heard from James Kimo Carter, a finalist for superintendent, who emphasized listening, predictable communications, equity and SEL, described curriculum changes to close reading gaps, and outlined an entry plan tied to the district’s MSBA building eligibility.
Massachusetts / School Boards / Holliston Public Schools
Dr. Jennifer Parson, current superintendent of the Plainville Public Schools, told the Holliston School Committee on Jan. 29 that she prioritizes communication, equity-driven instruction and data-based interventions, and described leading curriculum and facility projects; the meeting closed with a motion to adjourn.
Massachusetts / School Boards / Holliston Public Schools
A superintendent finalist told the Holliston School Committee on Jan. 28 that he would prioritize collaboration with staff and town leaders, deepen equity and SEL work and present clear budget impact statements while helping plan a possible replacement of the town's 56‑year‑old high school.
Massachusetts / School Boards / Holliston Public Schools
Community members and advocacy group Diverse Holliston urged the committee to add at least one screening‑team member whose sole focus is evaluating superintendent candidates through a diversity, equity and inclusion lens. The committee said DEI staff and extensive community input are already part of the process and authorized chair to publish finalist bios when available.
Massachusetts / School Boards / Holliston Public Schools
The Holliston School Committee approved the consent agenda, waived third readings and approved JLCA (physical examinations) and GBEB (staff conduct) policies, approved the director of student services job description, authorized the chair to publish finalist bios, approved an advocacy letter to elected officials, and voted to enter executive session on collective bargaining (HFT).
Massachusetts / School Boards / Holliston Public Schools
High‑school leaders presented a new schedule with 64‑minute periods, a 41‑minute daily SEL/DSB block, and a seven‑day rotation in which two periods drop each day. The committee approved the structural changes and administrators said graduation requirements will drop from 26 to 25 credits, with most adjustments to electives.
Massachusetts / School Boards / Holliston Public Schools
District staff presented Part 3 of the FY27 budget (student services), reporting a $116,902 reduction in appropriations (3.33%) tied to anticipated move‑outs and lower out‑of‑district placements while warning of sharp increases in out‑of‑district tuition. The budget relies on circuit‑breaker reimbursement and a federal '240' grant as offsets.
Massachusetts / School Boards / Holliston Public Schools
Holliston School Committee agreed to circulate a communication announcing the town’s invitation into the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) eligibility period for a new Holliston High School, coordinated a Dec. 22 joint meeting with the Select Board, and discussed next steps including feasibility voting deadlines and community engagement.
Massachusetts / School Boards / Holliston Public Schools
The School Committee set staff opening day (Aug. 24) and a June 16 last day (if no inclement weather) for the 2026–27 draft calendar, and approved or advanced multiple policy items including physical examination policy updates, tutoring policy, middle school pathways wording and social‑media/digital‑communication revisions.