Susan Meikle

The meeting included a Regular Session starting at 6:00 PM, followed by a Budget Hearing for FY27 at 6:30 PM. Key agenda items included the Chairperson's Report and a Student Spotlight presentation. The Budget Hearing featured a Budget Presentation for FY27 and subsequent public input and discussion. Reports from the Superintendent covered announcements, accolades (including a Special Recognition for Scott Ashworth), updates on goals, transition, teaching and learning (including the BHS Program of Studies), budget and facilities (CPA Fund Request), technology, and student services. Reports from School Committee Sub Committees and District Committees were also scheduled. Action items included votes to approve Warrants and Payroll, the FY27 Budget, the 2026 BHS Program of Studies, several field trips and events, the 2026-2027 School Calendar, and a CPA request for capital funds. Future agenda items included continued discussion on facilities use planning.

The meeting includes reports and presentations from the Chairperson, Student Advisory, and Superintendent, covering topics such as transition updates, teaching and learning, budget and facilities, technology, and student services. Discussion and action items include approving warrants and payroll, curriculum resources, and policy revisions. Future agenda items involve a budget hearing, high school program of studies, facilities use planning, and student spotlights.

The meeting included the introduction of new school committee members and recognized students and staff with Navigator Awards for demonstrating the district's core values. Updates were provided on the Strategic Plan, new collective bargaining agreements, and the new Bourne Middle School Principal. Discussions covered a supplemental writing resource for BIS, MCAS testing, professional development days, and end-of-year events. Budget and facilities updates included summer projects and transportation planning, while technology updates focused on ParentSquare improvements. The district transitioned students to PowerSchool and implemented the new Massachusetts IEP format. The committee also discussed summer meeting dates and approved warrants and payroll, the Superintendent's request to sell back vacation days, and the release of previous Executive Session minutes.

The Bourne School Committee held a meeting that included student accolades, recognition of the Bourne High School girls' volleyball team, and academic awards from the College Board National Recognition Program. The Community Forum focused on the BPS Strategic Plan, specifically communication and the NESDEC Report, addressing enrollment trends, facility use, and potential shifts to balance building use. Reports covered the opening of the school year, teaching and learning updates, budget and facilities updates, technology advancements, and student services and special education updates. The committee discussed and approved a request for funds for the schematic design of middle school roofs, awarded a contract for bleachers at Jackson Field, and approved upgrades to the wastewater treatment plant. They also discussed athletic transportation and budget closeout, and approved increasing the adult meal price.

The Bourne School Committee meeting included discussions and updates on various topics. The Superintendent presented the 2025-2030 BPS Strategic Plan for approval, outlining its focus areas: Teaching and Learning; Culture and Wellness; Communication; and Collaborative Leadership and Resources. Updates were provided on the Assistant Superintendent search, the bleacher project, technology preparations for MCAS exams, and the implementation of a new unified messaging system, ParentSquare. The committee also discussed findings from the DESE TFM audit for special education and civil rights, and the District Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Committee's plans for promoting diversity and belonging in schools. The Superintendent's Evaluation was presented, highlighting her performance and contributions to the district.