Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Amanda Smith’s organization
Sep 14, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Holio School Committee Regular Meeting
The committee discussed the schedule for upcoming student showcases and referenced a legislative act extending the authority for remote and hybrid public meetings through June 2027. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to public comment regarding the paraprofessionals' collective bargaining agreement. Speakers advocated for improved working conditions, a living wage, and assault leave, highlighting the physical and emotional demands of the profession and the necessity of adequate compensation to support the safety and learning environment of students.
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Holio Public Schools School Committee Regular Meeting
The meeting featured a public comment session advocating for increased wages and improved staffing levels for para-professionals. The Superintendent provided a report on the successful start of the school year, emphasizing positive school culture and operational stability. A major focus was the comprehensive update on summer facility projects, including significant infrastructure improvements such as roof replacements, flooring, and playground upgrades, which were partially supported by state reimbursements. Additionally, the committee discussed the status of teacher waiver applications and long-term facility stewardship.
Aug 24, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
City of Holyoke School Committee School Committee Meeting Minutes
The School Committee meeting covered a range of operational, policy, and financial topics. The Superintendent reported on the first day of school, facility summer projects, and district guidelines regarding Artificial Intelligence, resulting in the creation of an Ad Hoc AI Taskforce. The committee addressed MSBA project closeout requirements for Peck Middle School, including resolutions for performance benchmarking and facilities maintenance. Other discussions included the removal of various outdated district policies, the review and approval of several new policies on a first-reading basis, and the approval of out-of-state travel for school committee members. A financial warrant report was accepted, and an executive session was held to discuss collective bargaining.
Jul 13, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Hoya School Committee School Committee Meeting
The committee meeting focused on several operational and policy items. Key discussion topics included reports on summer facility projects at local schools and the upcoming walkthroughs to assess school readiness. The superintendent presented an annual report on conference attendance, and members discussed the process for documenting staff attendance at conferences. Additional business included the appointment of subcommittee assignments for 2026, scheduling the committee retreat, and referring several policy updates to the policy and governance subcommittee. The committee also authorized out-of-state travel for the superintendent to attend a conference, accepted warrant reports, and conducted a detailed review and amendment of the employee handbook, specifically updating the non-discrimination policy language to align with federal and state protected categories.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
