{ "city": "Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School", "state": "MA", "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/bd-ma-ens/", "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.", "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/", "generated": "2026-08-05", "upcoming": [], "recent": [ { "date": "2026-07-16", "body": "School Committee Meeting", "headline": "School committee to vote on $75,000 chipper purchase and copier leases", "summary": "The Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School Committee will meet to accept routine reports, approve donations totaling $8,835, and vote on purchasing a $75,000 chipper funded by tuition revenue. Members will also authorize five-year copier lease agreements and approve several job descriptions including school bus driver and bilingual family liaison.", "agenda_url": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DVCL3Q54A013", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DVCL3Q54A013" }, { "date": "2026-06-11", "body": "School Committee Meeting", "headline": "School Committee to vote on $1M+ in grants, bus contract, and attendance policy", "summary": "The Essex North Shore School Committee will vote on accepting three grants totaling over $1 million, awarding a school bus transportation contract, and approving changes to the 2026-2027 student handbook attendance policy. The meeting also includes routine approvals of warrants, minutes, and the treasurer's report, as well as discussion of a veterinary clinic lease and summer projects.", "agenda_url": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DUUL4654B02D", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DUUL4654B02D" }, { "date": "2026-06-11", "body": "Personnel Subcommittee Meeting", "headline": "Personnel subcommittee to approve new job descriptions and meeting minutes", "summary": "The Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School Personnel Subcommittee will meet to approve the April 9, 2026 meeting minutes and four new job descriptions. The meeting will also receive updates on new hires, resignations, and retirements.", "agenda_url": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DU4HM247B7ED", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DU4HM247B7ED" }, { "date": "2026-06-03", "body": "Finance Subcommittee Meeting", "headline": "Finance subcommittee to vote on $1M+ in grants and bus contract", "summary": "The Finance Subcommittee will consider accepting over $1 million in grants and donations, including an $800,000 MassCEC workforce training grant. They will also vote on awarding a $307,700 school bus transportation contract to Salter Transportation and a veterinary clinic lease to Bob Tapscott. Other items include approving April 2026 financial statements and the FY 2025 student activity account report.", "agenda_url": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DU4HLD47A518", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DU4HLD47A518" }, { "date": "2026-05-14", "body": "School Committee Meeting", "headline": "School Committee to vote on funding shift for 598 Maple Street project", "summary": "The Essex North Shore School Committee will vote on changing the funding source for the 598 Maple Street project from HUD to capital operating funds due to a required second environmental review. The committee will also consider accepting grants, donations, and scholarships, approving field trips, and setting the FY 2027 agricultural tuition rate.", "agenda_url": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DSSL7C55282F", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DSSL7C55282F" }, { "date": "2026-05-07", "body": "Admissions Subcommittee Meeting", "headline": "Admissions Subcommittee to review 2030 enrollment projections and 2029 CTAE placements", "summary": "The Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School District's Admissions Subcommittee is meeting to discuss an update on anticipated enrollment for 2030 and information on 2029 Career Technical Agricultural Education (CTAE) placements. The committee will also vote to approve the minutes from its April 2, 2026 meeting.", "agenda_url": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DTSG9Y42C8EF", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DTSG9Y42C8EF" }, { "date": "2026-05-06", "body": "Finance Subcommittee Meeting", "headline": "Finance subcommittee to vote on $915,000 purchase of 598 Maple Street", "summary": "The Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School District Finance Subcommittee is meeting to discuss and take action on several financial items. Key decisions include recommending the purchase of 598 Maple Street for $915,000 and allocating $50,000 to support the Angell Veterinary Clinic. The subcommittee will also accept grants and donations, review financial reports, and approve funding for the Marine Corps ROTC program.", "agenda_url": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DSYMKW5BABAB", "minutes_url": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/BD-GetMinutes?open&id=DSYMKW5BABAB", "source": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DSYMKW5BABAB" }, { "date": "2026-04-09", "body": "School Committee Meeting", "headline": "School Committee to vote on $321K bus lease, $395K capital transfer, and student handbooks", "summary": "The Essex North Shore School Committee will vote on several financial items including a 5-year bus lease for $321,316.45, moving $395,386 in excess funds to capital projects, and accepting a $15,000 grant. They will also consider approving the 2026-2027 employee and student handbooks, field trips, and a decision not to participate in school choice for the upcoming year.", "agenda_url": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DSBKRR532866", "minutes_url": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/BD-GetMinutes?open&id=DSBKRR532866", "source": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DSBKRR532866" }, { "date": "2026-04-09", "body": "Personnel Subcommittee Meeting", "headline": "Personnel Subcommittee to review new hires and staffing changes", "summary": "The Personnel Subcommittee of the Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School District will meet to approve meeting minutes and receive updates on new hires, resignations, retirements, and discharges. No votes on policy or budget are scheduled.", "agenda_url": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DSGQ6L67B886", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DSGQ6L67B886" }, { "date": "2026-04-09", "body": "Alternative Energy Sources Subcommittee Meeting", "headline": "Alternative Energy Subcommittee to discuss biodigester project", "summary": "The Alternative Energy Sources Subcommittee will meet to discuss the biodigester project and consider approving minutes from the December 2025 meeting. No votes on the biodigester are scheduled; it is listed as a discussion item.", "agenda_url": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DRGN2M5BEFEA", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DRGN2M5BEFEA" }, { "date": "2026-04-02", "body": "Admissions Subcommittee Meeting", "headline": "Admissions Subcommittee to review Class of 2030 and partnership admissions", "summary": "The Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School Admissions Subcommittee will meet to receive an update on admissions for the Class of 2030 and discuss partnership admissions. The meeting also includes approval of the March 5, 2026 meeting minutes and setting the next meeting date.", "agenda_url": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DSGQ7E67DAAE", "minutes_url": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/BD-GetMinutes?open&id=DSGQ7E67DAAE", "source": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DSGQ7E67DAAE" }, { "date": "2026-04-01", "body": "Finance Subcommittee Meeting", "headline": "Finance subcommittee to vote on $321K bus lease, $395K capital transfer", "summary": "The Finance Subcommittee will vote on a five-year bus lease for two new buses costing $321,316.45, and on moving $395,386 in excess and deficiency funds to capital projects. They will also consider accepting grants and donations, approving financial reports, and recommending the district not participate in school choice for 2026-2027.", "agenda_url": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DSGQ5G67A1B8", "minutes_url": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/BD-GetMinutes?open&id=DSGQ5G67A1B8", "source": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DSGQ5G67A1B8" }, { "date": "2026-03-12", "body": "Policy Subcommittee Meeting", "headline": "Policy subcommittee to review and approve 2026-2027 employee and student handbooks", "summary": "The Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School District Policy Subcommittee will meet to consider approving the 2026-2027 Employee Handbook, Student Handbook, and Program of Studies. The subcommittee will also discuss a proposed bylaw amendment to include weighted votes for agricultural non-member community students and review a residency protocol.", "agenda_url": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DQZSV5747872", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DQZSV5747872" }, { "date": "2026-03-12", "body": "School Committee Meeting", "headline": "School Committee to finalize FY26-27 budget and accept grants", "summary": "The Essex North Shore School Committee will hold a public hearing and roll-call vote to finalize the preliminary FY2026-2027 budget. The committee will also vote on accepting over $328,000 in grants, approving several out-of-state field trips, and adopting new job descriptions for groundskeeper and academic teacher. Routine items include the treasurer's report, warrants, and meeting minutes.", "agenda_url": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DRTQRB6A8607", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DRTQRB6A8607" }, { "date": "2026-03-05", "body": "Admissions Subcommittee Meeting", "headline": "Admissions subcommittee to review Class of 2030 and transfer updates", "summary": "The Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School Admissions Subcommittee will meet to discuss updates on admissions for the Class of 2030 and transfer admissions, as well as a residency review procedure. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and setting the next meeting date.", "agenda_url": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DRSMMK5BED81", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DRSMMK5BED81" }, { "date": "2026-03-04", "body": "Finance Subcommittee Meeting", "headline": "Finance subcommittee to vote on accepting $328,718 in grants and a $900 donation", "summary": "The Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School Finance Subcommittee will consider approving minutes, accepting multiple grants totaling $328,718.57 and a $900 donation, and voting on a Statement of Interest to submit to the MSBA. They will also discuss financial statements for January 2026 and receive an update on 598 Maple Street.", "agenda_url": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DRRN3B5DF043", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DRRN3B5DF043" }, { "date": "2026-02-26", "body": "School Committee Meeting", "headline": "School committee to vote on $43.1M FY2027 budget and $1M Maple Street property purchase", "summary": "The Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School Committee meets to discuss routine items including approval of meeting minutes and treasurer’s report, and to vote on the FY 2027 preliminary budget of $43,134,188. The committee will also consider purchasing the property at 598 Maple Street in Danvers for up to $1,000,000 for transportation, facilities, and office space. Several out-of-state field trips for student programs are on the agenda for approval.", "agenda_url": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DQHQCE68A544", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DQHQCE68A544" }, { "date": "2026-02-26", "body": "Personnel Subcommittee Meeting", "headline": "Personnel subcommittee to review new hires, resignations, and job descriptions", "summary": "The Personnel Subcommittee will meet to approve minutes from November 2025, receive updates on new hires and resignations/retirements/discharges, and vote on job descriptions for a Groundskeeper and an Academic Teacher. A memo on district substitute compensation and data will also be presented for information.", "agenda_url": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DRGMZX5BE385", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DRGMZX5BE385" }, { "date": "2026-02-10", "body": "Special Policy Subcommittee Meeting", "headline": "Policy subcommittee to vote on updated bylaws", "summary": "The Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School District's Special Policy Subcommittee will meet on February 10, 2026. The main action item is a vote to recommend approval of updated bylaws to the full school committee.", "agenda_url": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DP6LNH575FAA", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DP6LNH575FAA" }, { "date": "2026-02-05", "body": "Admissions Subcommittee Meeting", "headline": "Admissions subcommittee to discuss ENSATS live lottery", "summary": "The Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School Admissions Subcommittee will meet to discuss the ENSATS Live Lottery and consider approving the January 22, 2026 meeting minutes. The meeting is largely procedural, with no votes on specific admissions policies or dollar amounts listed.", "agenda_url": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DQWRDH6D7E1A", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DQWRDH6D7E1A" }, { "date": "2026-02-04", "body": "Finance Subcommittee Meeting", "headline": "Finance subcommittee to vote on $1M property purchase and $43.1M preliminary budget", "summary": "The Finance Subcommittee will consider recommending approval of a $43.1 million preliminary budget for FY2027 and a $1 million property purchase at 598 Maple Street for transportation and facilities. They will also vote on accepting two donations totaling $23,000 and approving the December 2025 meeting minutes. No changes are proposed to the student activity procedures manual.", "agenda_url": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DQRL4S54750E", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DQRL4S54750E" }, { "date": "2026-01-22", "body": "Special Admissions Subcommittee Meeting", "headline": "Subcommittee to vote on admissions allocation proposal for Class of 2030, recommending a cap of 427 students based on Grade 8 population.", "summary": "The Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School's Special Admissions Subcommittee will meet to vote on a recommendation for the FY25-26 admissions allocation. The subcommittee will choose between three proposals for distributing seats among member communities. The administration recommends Proposal 3, which sets minimum targets based on each community's Grade 8 population, and proposes capping total Grade 9 enrollment at 427 students for three years. The subcommittee will also vote to approve minutes from its January 20, 2026 meeting.", "agenda_url": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DQHQ5E679BC7", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DQHQ5E679BC7" }, { "date": "2026-01-22", "body": "School Committee Meeting", "headline": "School Committee to vote on new admissions allocation procedure", "summary": "The Essex North Shore School Committee will vote on a new Admissions Allocation Procedure for the 2025-2026 school year. The Superintendent recommends Proposal 3, which sets community minimums based on each community's Grade 8 population, and proposes capping Grade 9 enrollment at 427 students for three years. The committee will also elect officers, appoint a treasurer and recording secretary, and accept grants and donations.", "agenda_url": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DPEPPR659E99", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DPEPPR659E99" }, { "date": "2026-01-20", "body": "Admissions Subcommittee Meeting", "headline": "Admissions subcommittee to review seat allocation and lottery procedures", "summary": "The Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School Admissions Subcommittee will meet to discuss proposed changes to admissions allocation procedures for FY25-26, including agricultural seat allocation and a live lottery procedure update. The group will also approve prior meeting minutes and hear updates from local superintendents and mayors.", "agenda_url": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DQCNA45EEEC4", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DQCNA45EEEC4" }, { "date": "2026-01-07", "body": "Finance Subcommittee Meeting", "headline": "Finance subcommittee to accept $46,000 in grants and donations, approve equipment purchases", "summary": "The Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School Finance Subcommittee will consider accepting a $5,000 grant and $46,249 in donations, including a $20,000 donation from Douglas Drane. They will also vote on a $280 prior-year invoice for a substitute nurse and recommend purchasing a Temco T-5 washer cabinet ($12,500) and a vertical bandsaw ($13,000) for the metals department. Additionally, they will receive a geothermal project update and discuss the 2027 budget.", "agenda_url": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DPEPX6666DBE", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://go.boarddocs.com/ma/ens/Board.nsf/PRINT-AgendaDetailed?open&id=DPEPX6666DBE" } ] }