Jonathan Bourn

The meeting agenda included the Call to Order and Flag Salute, a Hearing of Visitors, and the Approval of Records from November 25, 2025. Key reports covered the Director of Student Services regarding Home Education Program Requests, the Assistant Superintendent updating on the K-5 ELA PRISM Grant, and the Superintendent presenting the FY27 Preliminary School Department Budget Proposal, which included a mandatory Budget Hearing. Informational items detailed upcoming dates and personnel administration updates, including several superintendent-approved appointments of paraprofessionals and substitute teachers. The meeting concluded with an Executive Session to discuss the parameters for a superintendent contract.

The committee reviewed the minutes from the previous May meeting, focusing on schoolwide health fair scheduling and the potential for guest speakers. First Aid for Mental Health session for teachers, PD, and firefighters was discussed. The review of mental health education in each grade was planned. The triannual review of the wellness policy was initiated using the Alliance for a Healthier Generation website. The administration of the YRBS to AHS students was also discussed to support grant funding for Abington Copes, pending decisions on logistics.

The Abington School Committee held a regular meeting where they discussed various topics, including a guidance department update, a world language department update, high school improvement plans, and the high school handbook. They also discussed a home school request, the Abington Public School Department Strategic Plan for 2024-2029, the establishment of the final day for the 2023-2024 school year, the 2024-2025 school calendar, and the Regional Educational Assessment and Diagnostic Services (READS) Collaborative Agreement. The meeting also covered informational items such as the FY 2023 end-of-year audit report, an excellence in special education award letter, and personnel administration matters.

The Abington School Committee meeting included discussion and reports on various topics. The Assistant Superintendent presented a report on the 2024-2025 MCAS results for grades 3-6 ELA, Math, and Science, as well as secondary science, civics, math, and ELA. There was an update on Abington Innovates. The Superintendent reported on strategic plan objectives related to teaching and learning, and culture and inclusion. The committee also discussed the establishment of the next meeting date, informational items, and personnel administration, including resignations and appointments. Policy considerations were reviewed, including the Middle School Pathway Exploration Policy, collaboration with South Shore Regional Vocational Technical HS, and the Massachusetts Competency Determination Policy. The strategic plan for 2024-2029 was updated, focusing on strategic objectives and initiatives related to teaching & learning, communication, culture & inclusion, and district operations.

The Abington School Committee convened for a regular meeting to discuss several key areas. The agenda included the reorganization of the school committee and appointments to subcommittees, followed by a hearing of visitors. Updates were provided by the Director of Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment on English Language Education and the Wellness Department. Principals presented reports on language changes to the Abington High School Student Handbook regarding attendance, and school improvement plans for Beaver Brook Elementary School and the Abington Early Education Program. The Director of Student Services announced the Special Education Parent Advisory Committee (SEPAC) Award for Excellence in Special Education. The meeting also covered new business and the establishment of the next meeting date, along with informational items such as thank you letters and school improvement plans.