School Committee: Budget Hearing & Reg. School Committee Meeting 05/13/2026

Beverly School Committee · May 13, 2026

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Call to order and pledge

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Meeting called to order; the committee opened the public hearing on the FY26–27 school budget, announced audio/technology checks and led the Pledge of Allegiance. President Viznik presided and noted the agenda: superintendent presentation then public comment.

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The Beverly School Committee held a public hearing May 13 on the proposed FY26–27 Beverly Public Schools budget. Superintendent Dr. Cushing presented a recommended budget with a 5.27% increase and proposed fee increases; numerous teachers, parents and union leaders urged the committee to restore student-facing positions and raised special-education compliance and staffing concerns. The committee scheduled a follow-up budget vote for May 20.

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