Massachusetts / School Boards / Scituate Public Schools
Committee members discussed proposed JED policy language to allow a waiver for children who turn 5 between Sept. 9–15, pressing for explicit screening criteria, enrollment/space limits and consistent district wording; the policy subcommittee will revise the language and return it for review.
Massachusetts / School Boards / Scituate Public Schools
At its Feb. 2 meeting the Scituate School Committee approved additions to the high‑school program of studies, an interim contract for Cushing interim principal Kate Shula, a district needs‑assessment contract, and several community donations. Members also reviewed bullying‑policy survey results and continued discussion of kindergarten entrance and waiver language.
Massachusetts / School Boards / Scituate Public Schools
The Scituate School Committee reviewed a proposed FY27 budget totaling $55,029,061 (about a 4–5% increase). District leaders described it as a 'level services' plan that preserves staff, funds curriculum review and professional development, advances technology refreshes, and targets a handful of new positions if additional funding becomes available.
Massachusetts / School Boards / Scituate Public Schools
At its Jan. 5 meeting the Scituate School Committee approved minutes from Dec. 22, approved an out-of-country Quebec City field trip for May 14–16, 2026, and approved creation of a capital reserve account for the South Shore Educational Collaborative (unanimous voice votes).
Massachusetts / School Boards / Scituate Public Schools
The Scituate School Committee unanimously approved creation of a capital reserve account to allow the South Shore Educational Collaborative to save tuition surpluses for future facility and capital needs; the collaborative proposed an annual target of $200,000–$400,000 and a $4 million cap.
Massachusetts / School Boards / Scituate Public Schools
The committee heard a first reading of the 2026–27 Program of Studies, which expands dual-enrollment offerings with Quincy College (new science and math options), introduces an AP business with personal finance and adds a prerequisite for AP Environmental Science.
Massachusetts / School Boards / Scituate Public Schools
Superintendent Dr. Raab said excavation and foundation work are nearly finished, underground water-retention systems are being installed and steel framing is expected within weeks; a topping-off ceremony is targeted for early March.
Massachusetts / School Boards / Scituate Public Schools
After hearing a proposal to expand Model UN access, the Scituate School Committee approved a first‑come, first‑served in‑state trip for newer delegates to a Boston conference Feb. 6–8, 2026; the plan includes reduced fees for experienced delegates who mentor newcomers and staff will finalize logistics.
Massachusetts / School Boards / Scituate Public Schools
At its Dec. 8 meeting, the Scituate School Committee approved a revised competency determination policy (IKG), accepted a Shore consent agenda of donations, and approved a revised director of special education job description; minutes and other routine items were also approved.
Massachusetts / School Boards / Scituate Public Schools
District staff presented beginning‑of‑year benchmark data showing early‑year measures (DIBELS/STAR) and described MTSS and curriculum review work; speakers flagged writing as an area not assessed by STAR and prioritized follow‑up.