The Amherst School Committee voted 5-0 to create a new multilingual education liaison position and heard an independent investigator clear the district on restraint and seclusion practices, though several parents said their cases were left out.
The Northampton School Committee voted unanimously to adopt a resolution declaring city schools safe zones from immigration enforcement.
Easthampton School Committee accepts $69,124 grant, shifts earth science to middle school.
Southampton School Committee ratifies three-year contracts for teachers and support staff.
Belchertown School Committee adopts new DESE-mandated restraint policy, clears fall sports for stadium field.
Granby School Committee approved revamped student handbooks, replacing much of the high school's tardiness punishment with community service hours.
The Northampton School Committee approved a retitled director post and renamed its after-school program at a special meeting.
Hadley School Committee adopted an updated restraint and seclusion policy and approved June payroll.
Easthampton School Committee approved $137,560 in School Choice funds toward a $577,616.16 FY26 deficit. Director of Business Services Julia Saari-Franks said the remaining $440,056.16 came from Circuit Breaker funds, and that utilities, special education transportation and tuition drove the gap.
BELCHERTOWN -- July 14, 2026, Belchertown School Committee rates superintendent proficient and hears IEP scheduling concerns tied to school reorganization. The committee voted unanimously at its July 14 meeting to authorize its chair to finalize
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