Suzanne Hughes

The meeting included discussions on scheduling for upcoming summer meetings, the implementation of agenda best practices, and the approval of new scholarships, including the Lorie Aldrich Memorial Scholarship, the Barry Brook School Scholarship of the Partridge Fund, the Marie A. Lee Memorial Scholarship, the volunteer award of the Partridge Fund, and the Deluxe Bar Nursing Scholarship. Additionally, revisions to school policies regarding advertising, student involvement, and committee meetings were discussed and acted upon. Representatives provided updates on year-end activities, performances, and transitions across the district's schools.

The committee convened to discuss several items, beginning with an executive session regarding collective bargaining with the Duxbury Teachers Association. Following the executive session, the committee addressed the consent agenda, which included accounts payable warrants, payroll warrants, and budget transfers. A presentation was held by the Duxbury Education Foundation regarding their annual fundraising efforts, funded grants, and various school programs, including the installation of a disc golf course, classroom audio upgrades, and special education support tools. Students also shared their experiences with a new sensory space at the high school and the DECA business club. Additionally, future projects were highlighted, such as an esports lab, an osprey nest camera, and a digital record board.

The Duxbury Public Schools' 5-Year Strategic Plan aims to engage students in a stimulating and diverse education, fostering competencies and confidence for an ever-changing world. Key goals include elevating academics, cultivating a robust, innovative, and relevant curriculum for all students, forging collaborative experiences to ensure college and career readiness and global astuteness, and strengthening community communication and partnerships.

This document presents the Duxbury Public Schools Fiscal Year 2017 Operating Budget. It is guided by principles including adherence to the organization's 5-Year Strategic Plan, appropriate staffing, technology investment, and maintaining an optimal learning environment. The budget development focuses on programs, personnel, and operations, with the primary objective of continuously enhancing teaching and learning initiatives. It further details potential budget risks, enrollment trends, and staffing levels.

This document presents the Duxbury Public Schools' Superintendent's Recommended Budget for Fiscal Year 2020. It outlines a Level-Services Budget, proposing a 3.48% increase over the previous fiscal year, primarily to cover contractual obligations and manage minor adjustments due to enrollment changes. The plan aims to maintain the existing quality of programs and services without introducing new initiatives. Key areas addressed include salary impacts, revenue offsets, and specific improvement needs that remain unfunded, underscoring the challenges of maintaining service quality with limited financial increases.