Fall River Public Schools public meetings in 2025
52 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Grievance Subcommittee Meeting
The Fall River Public Schools Grievance Subcommittee is meeting on December 22, 2025. The agenda includes opening procedures, public comment, and a request to enter executive session. The executive session would discuss strategy with respect to collective bargaining and grievances for all administrators and employees represented by the Fall River Administrator's Association.
- Request for executive session under M.G.L. Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(3) to discuss collective bargaining and grievance strategy for Fall River Administrator's Association and all represented employees
Instructional Subcommittee
The Instructional Subcommittee will discuss and vote to refer several curriculum-related items to the full School Committee. Items include a new high school curriculum for the construction craft laborers program, the Durfee High School Program of Studies, and an updated Physical Education Waiver. The subcommittee will also receive an update on the International Teacher Partnership.
- Discussion and vote to refer new high school curriculum for construction craft laborers program
- Update on International Teacher Partnership
- Discussion and vote to refer Durfee High School Program of Studies
- Discussion and vote to refer updated Physical Education Waiver
REGULAR MEETING OF THE FALL RIVER SCHOOL COMMITTEE
The Fall River School Committee will consider multiple action items, including approval of contracts totaling over $774,000 for technology, special education, and other services. The committee will also discuss and vote on revisions to the Durfee CTE policy, an amendment to the Durfee High School Program of Studies, and approval of CTE advisory board members. Additionally, travel requests, donations, and grants will be addressed.
- Approval of contracts: ePlus Technology Inc. ($136,976.01), Sysco Brothers ($175,000), Soliant Health LLC ($150,388.50), and others totaling over $774,000
- Discussion and vote on revised Durfee CTE Policy SY26-27
- Discussion and vote on amendment to SY 2025-2026 Durfee High School Program of Studies
- Travel request for Durfee Athletics Director to National Athletic Directors Conference in Tampa, FL (approx. $2,046.52 from MASSADA and Big 3 account)
- Acknowledgment of $1,000 donation from The Feinstein Foundation to Tansey Elementary School
Special Meeting of the Fall River School Committee
The Fall River School Committee is holding a special meeting with items including roll call, citizens' input limited to agenda items, new business (no specific items listed), and a request to enter executive session under state law to consider the purchase or value of real property. The meeting is largely procedural with the sole action being the executive session vote.
- Request for executive session under M.G.L. Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(6) to discuss real property purchase or value
- Citizens' input period limited to agenda items
- No substantive new business items listed on the agenda
Special Education/Alternative Education and Early Childhood Subcommittee
The Special Education/Alternative Education and Early Childhood Subcommittee will discuss and vote on referring a matter regarding related service staffing. They will also discuss the Walker Report and receive an update on the Early Childhood Plan. The meeting includes public comment and routine procedural items.
- Discussion and vote to refer related service staffing
- Discussion of the Walker Report
- Update on the Early Childhood Plan
- Citizens' input period for public comment
REGULAR MEETING OF THE FALL RIVER SCHOOL COMMITTEE
The Fall River School Committee will vote on approval of contracts, including a $2.4 million staffing contract with Amergis for special education, and over $4.1 million in grants, including $3.9 million for IDEA Part B. The agenda also includes acceptance of donations (notably $200,000 from Laborers Union for construction craft curriculum), approval of travel requests for student trips, and a superintendent's report on redistricting and hiring. Procedural items include recognition of award-winning students and approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Vote on $2,400,000 contract with Amergis for special education staffing
- Vote on $4,112,112 in grants including IDEA Part B ($3,905,026) and SEL/mental health ($69,910)
- Acknowledgement of $200,000 donation from Laborers International Union for construction craft laborers program
- Travel requests for Durfee High School students to URI and Camp Sunshine, and Henry Lord students to Providence College
- Contracts for glass doors at Talbot Middle School ($94,789) and HVAC service at elementary schools
Finance Meeting
The Fall River Public Schools Finance Committee is meeting to discuss finance policies and processes, and to begin setting priorities for the fiscal year 2027 budget. The agenda includes public comment and opening formalities, but no votes or specific dollar amounts are listed.
- Discussion: Finance policies and processes
- Discussion: SY27 Budget Priorities
- Public comment period for non-agenda items
- Meeting location: Kuss Middle School Auditorium
Instructional Subcommittee
The Instructional Subcommittee will discuss and vote to refer three items: competency determination, a draft middle school CTE exploration policy, and a draft Durfee High School CTE policy for SY26-27. Members will also receive an update on Fall River Public School instructional priorities. Public comment is allowed during citizens' input.
- Discussion and vote to refer competency determination
- Discussion and vote to refer draft Fall River Public School Middle School CTE Exploration Policy
- Discussion and vote to refer draft Durfee High School CTE Policy SY26-27
- Update on Fall River Public School instructional priorities
Policy Subcommittee Meeting
The Fall River Public Schools Policy Subcommittee will discuss and potentially vote to refer two grievance procedures: Title IX Sexual Harassment and Civil Rights. The meeting also includes a period for public comment and an opportunity for new business. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Discussion and vote to refer Title IX Sexual Harassment Grievance Procedure
- Discussion and vote to refer Civil Rights Grievance Procedure
- Citizens' Input period for public comment
- New Business for topics not anticipated 48 hours prior
Facilities and Operations Subcommittee
The Facilities and Operations Subcommittee will discuss and vote on several items, including job descriptions for a truck driver/laborer and a field supervisor for nutrition services, a recycling program, extensions of a National Guard lease and the Bishop Connolly rental agreement, and an update on air quality in schools.
- Discussion and vote to refer: Truck Driver/Organized Laborer job description
- Discussion and vote to refer: Revised job description for Field Supervisor, Nutrition and Food Services
- Discussion and vote to refer: Clothing, textiles, shoes and books recycling program
- Discussion and vote to refer: Extension of lease for the National Guard
- Discussion and vote to refer: Extension of Bishop Connolly rental agreement for 1 year with option for additional classrooms
Grievance Subcommittee Meeting
The Fall River Public Schools Grievance Subcommittee is meeting to consider a request to enter executive session to discuss collective bargaining and grievances with custodial, safety/security, and maintenance employees represented by AFSCME Council 93, Local 1118. No other substantive items are on the agenda.
- Request for executive session under M.G.L. Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(3) to discuss collective bargaining strategy regarding grievances for custodial employees (AFSCME Council 93, Local 1118)
- Same executive session request for safety/security employees (AFSCME Council 93, Local 1118)
- Same executive session request for maintenance employees (AFSCME Council 93, Local 1118)
REGULAR MEETING OF THE FALL RIVER SCHOOL COMMITTEE
This regular meeting of the Fall River School Committee includes a superintendent's report on fire safety, school accountability, air quality, and hiring. The committee will vote on approval of minutes from five prior meetings and a large number of travel requests for staff and student groups, including trips to Philadelphia, MIT, and various conferences. Public comment and student delegate reports are also scheduled.
- Travel request for Kuss and Morton teams to One8 Foundation Applied Learning Leadership Institute in Philadelphia (estimated $1,236 per person)
- Travel request for Durfee High School DECA to state and national conferences ($200–$1,500 per student)
- Travel request for Durfee High School Skills USA to state and national conferences ($350–$2,000 per student)
- Superintendent's report includes fire safety, school accountability, and air quality updates
- Approval of minutes from five subcommittee and special meetings (Aug–Sep 2025)
Special Education/Alternative Education and Early Childhood Subcommittee
The Special Education/Alternative Education and Early Childhood Subcommittee will discuss and potentially take action on a contract with People Incorporated, receive updates on the Robert L. Medeiros Resiliency Preparatory Academy and early childhood programs, and hold discussions on special education strategies and the Walker Report. Public input will be heard at the start of the meeting.
- Discussion and potential action on People Incorporated contract
- Update on Robert L. Medeiros Resiliency Preparatory Academy
- Update on Early Childhood programs
- Discussion on Special Education Strategies
- Discussion on Walker Report
Grievance Subcommittee Meeting
The Fall River Public Schools Grievance Subcommittee will meet on September 29, 2025, with a largely procedural agenda including roll call, public comment, and new business. The only action item is a request to enter executive session under M.G.L. Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(3) to discuss strategy related to collective bargaining and grievances for all maintenance employees represented by AFSCME Council 93, Local 1118. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed.
- Request for executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy regarding grievances for maintenance employees (AFSCME Council 93, Local 1118)
Grievance Subcommittee Meeting
The Fall River Public Schools Grievance Subcommittee is meeting to consider a request to enter executive session. The closed session would discuss strategy related to collective bargaining and grievances for all paraprofessional employees represented by the Fall River Federation of Paraprofessionals. Other agenda items are procedural, including roll call, pledge, and public comment.
- Request for executive session under M.G.L. Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(3) to discuss collective bargaining and grievances for paraprofessional employees
Evaluation Subcommittee Meeting
The Evaluation Subcommittee will meet to discuss the timeline and process for evaluations. The committee will also discuss and vote on whether to refer the Superintendent's evaluation tool.
- Discussion and vote to refer the Superintendent's evaluation tool
- Discussion of evaluation process
- Discussion of evaluation timeline
REGULAR MEETING OF THE FALL RIVER SCHOOL COMMITTEE
The Fall River School Committee will vote on nearly $2 million in contracts for special education nursing, technology, and facility improvements. They will also consider travel requests for the Durfee marching band and a principal's trip to Memphis, accept donations including $5,000 from BayCoast Bank, and approve a $35,000 homeless education grant. Other items include a superintendent's report on school opening and votes on MASC membership and job descriptions.
- Vote on contracts: $448,200 for Amergis nursing, $523,252 for Cultured Care, $239,000 for Citywide Glass storefront installation, $126,784 for Lightspeed web filtering
- Approval of $35,000 federal McKinney-Vento homeless education grant
- Acceptance of $5,000 donation from BayCoast Bank for Durfee Summer Enrichment and backpacks from Stonehill College and LC Photography
- Travel requests: Durfee marching band to competitions in RI, CT, PA ($500 parent-funded); principal to Memphis (costs covered by Barr Foundation)
- Discussion and vote on membership in MASC and selection of delegate for November conference
Parent & Community Outreach Subcommittee
The Parent & Community Outreach Subcommittee will discuss a presentation on rebranding the Robert L. Medeiros Resiliency Preparatory Academy and Stone School, including a potential taskforce. Other items include a vote to refer on district social media use, discussion of surveys, guest speaker procedures, and an enhanced community records policy. Citizens' input is also scheduled.
- Presentation on rebranding Robert L. Medeiros Resiliency Preparatory Academy and Stone School
- Discussion and vote to refer on district social media use with administration
- Discussion and vote to refer on guest speaker procedures and process for requests
- Discussion on current and past surveys introduced or sponsored by the district
- Discussion and vote to refer on enhanced community records policy
REGULAR MEETING OF THE FALL RIVER SCHOOL COMMITTEE
The Fall River School Committee will vote on a series of contracts totaling over $1.48 million, including special education services, classroom furniture, and community partnerships. The committee will also consider two grants totaling $95,000, approve program of studies for two schools, and discuss the principal salary matrix and new policies. Additionally, the committee will acknowledge donations for breakfast, footballs, and student events, and approve a marching band trip to Norwalk, CT.
- Approval of contracts worth $1.48M including $365,400 for Futures Healthcore speech services and $157,670 for Lakeshore Learning classroom furniture
- Approval of two grants totaling $95,000: Early College Support Grant ($80,000) and Secondary/Postsecondary Equipment Grant ($15,000)
- Vote on The Robert L. Medeiros Resiliency Preparatory Academy Program of Studies and Stone School Program of Studies
- Vote on using Durfee High School's Ray Street parking lot for a Drive-In Movie (Sep 19) and Trunk or Treat (Oct 24)
- Acknowledgement of donations: $1,500 from Carnegie, $1,452 from BayCoast Bank, and $850 in swag bags from i-Ready
Instructional Subcommittee
The Instructional Subcommittee will discuss and vote to refer several items to the full committee, including contracts with uAspire and One Goal, a Virtual Pathway Specialist job description, and program studies for Robert L. Medeiros Resiliency Preparatory Academy and Stone School. The subcommittee will also receive an update on DESE guidance regarding competency determination. Public comment is allowed during the Citizens' Input portion.
- Discussion and vote to refer: uAspire contract
- Discussion and vote to refer: One Goal contract
- Discussion and vote to refer: Virtual Pathway Specialist Job Description
- Discussion and vote to refer: Robert L. Medeiros Resiliency Preparatory Academy Program of Studies
- Discussion and vote to refer: Stone School Program of Studies
Grievance Subcommittee Meeting
This meeting of the Fall River Public Schools Grievance Subcommittee consists primarily of procedural items and a request to enter executive session. The executive session is authorized under state law to discuss strategy and matters relating to the collective bargaining agreement and grievances for all paraprofessional employees represented by the Fall River Federation of Paraprofessionals.
- Request for executive session under M.G.L. Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(3) to discuss collective bargaining agreement strategy and grievances for paraprofessional employees represented by the Fall River Federation of Paraprofessionals
REGULAR MEETING OF THE FALL RIVER SCHOOL COMMITTEE
The Fall River School Committee will vote on over $2 million in federal and state grants, approve multiple contracts for curriculum and technology, and accept donations including $10,000 from The Brookline Center. The superintendent will also provide updates on hiring, summer programming, mold, and redistricting. Public comment and student delegate reports are scheduled.
- Approval of $2,082,431 in grants including 21st CCLC, Targeted Assistance, Klarman Foundation, and BARR Foundation
- Approval of contracts: American Reading Co. ($124,584), Curriculum Associates ($202,170), Lexia ($138,880), and others
- Acceptance of $10,000 donation from The Brookline Center for basic supplies for 100 families
- Travel requests: Margo Broderick to Penland School of Craft (NC) at $0 cost; blanket approval for athletic trips to RI
- Superintendent's report includes mold update, enrollment update, and redistricting survey
Policy Subcommittee Meeting
The Fall River Public Schools Policy Subcommittee will meet to discuss and vote on whether to refer six proposed policy revisions to the full School Committee. Items include updates to the Walkers and Riders policy, Transfer Process, Reimbursement, Purchasing, creation of a Parent Advisory Council representation policy, and Subcommittees policy. Public comment will be accepted.
- Discussion and vote to refer revised Walkers and Riders Policy (EEAA)
- Discussion and vote to refer Transfer Process Policy
- Discussion and vote to refer Reimbursement Policy
- Discussion and vote to refer Purchasing Policy (DJ)
- Discussion and vote to refer creation of Parent Advisory Council representation policy
Facilities and Operations Subcommittee
The Facilities and Operations Subcommittee will discuss and vote to refer two items: a Power Purchase Agreement for solar systems at Medeiros Academy and Fonseca Elementary, and the disposition of the Wiley School and former Stone School. Updates on the PACE Center and district-wide mold issues are also scheduled.
- Discussion and vote to refer: Power Purchase Agreement for solar at Robert L. Medeiros Resiliency Preparatory Academy (rooftop) and Fonseca Elementary School (canopy parking lot)
- Discussion and vote to refer: Disposition of the Wiley School and the Former Stone School
- Update: PACE Center
- Update: Mold issues in the district
Instructional Subcommittee
The Instructional Subcommittee will discuss and vote to refer several items to the full School Committee, including a criminal justice job description, teacher coaching programs, an ESL curriculum purchase, and a Boston College partnership. They will also discuss a Bridgewater State University partnership and receive an update on math curriculum enhancements.
- Discussion and vote to refer Morton Criminal Justice job description
- Discussion and vote to refer Impact Coaching for new teachers (Talbot)
- Discussion and vote to refer ESL Curriculum Purchase
- Discussion and vote to refer Boston College Partnership
- Update on Math Curriculum Enhancements
Parent & Community Outreach Subcommittee
The Parent & Community Outreach Subcommittee will meet to discuss how the district notifies parents about employee misconduct, health issues, and community events. The group will also review media outreach strategies and parent surveys.
- Discussion: Notification for employee misconduct charges
- Discussion: Media outreach strategies
- Presentation: PACE Center
- Discussion: Health-related parent outreach
- Discussion: Reviewing 2025 community events
Special Meeting of the Fall River School Committee
This special meeting of the Fall River School Committee includes votes on multiple contracts totaling $128,266.08, an updated Tiverton Memorandum of Understanding, referral bonuses, and a policy change on citizens' input. The committee will also discuss a contract renewal for Whitson's New England, Inc., an amendment to the Bishop Connolly Lease Agreement, meeting date changes, and live streaming options. Additionally, the Superintendent will provide updates on hiring and transportation.
- Approval of contracts: $45,000 for Metropolitan Mediation Services (mental health grant), $24,242.92 and $33,103.16 for Lakeshore Learning Materials (early childhood supplies), and $25,920 for AP exams
- Discussion and vote on updated Tiverton MOU presented by CFO Kevin Almeida
- Discussion on referral bonuses and financial impact; policy BEDH regarding citizens' input
- Vote to approve one-year contract renewal for Whitson's New England, Inc.
- Amendment No. 2 to Bishop Connolly Lease Agreement
REGULAR MEETING OF THE FALL RIVER SCHOOL COMMITTEE
The Fall River School Committee will discuss and vote on revised start and end times for the 2025-2026 school year. Other action items include the appointment of a district-wide nurse, approval of contracts and grants totaling over $700,000, and travel requests for students and staff. The committee will also recognize retirees and present a veteran with a high school diploma.
- Vote on revised start and end times for 2025-2026 school year
- Approval of contracts including $59,260 for vape sensors and $350,000 for general supplies
- Acceptance of $1,000 donation from Kyle Cares Foundation and $300 from American Culinary Federation RI Chapter
- Approval of $22,800 in grants for Applied Learning programs at Morton and Kuss Middle Schools
- Discussion of policy BEDH regarding citizens' input procedures
Technology Subcommittee
The Fall River Public Schools Technology Subcommittee will discuss and vote on a proposal to purchase ENE vape detectors for schools. Members will also consider grant proposals for a student-run tech helpdesk and an esports program, and discuss options for live streaming meetings, a Comcast redundancy connection, and a summer projects list. The meeting includes a public comment period and concludes with an executive session on security device deployment.
- Discussion and vote to refer purchase of ENE vape detectors
- Greater Fall River Development Corp. grant proposal for high school student-run tech helpdesk
- Greater Fall River Development Corp. grant proposal for esports program
- Discussion and vote to refer meeting live stream options
- Discussion of Comcast redundancy connection for internet reliability
Special Meeting of the Fall River School Committee
The Fall River School Committee will discuss and vote on a proposal to add up to 6 teachers and 6 paraprofessionals for the 2025-2026 school year, as recommended by the Special Education/Alternative Education subcommittee. The committee will also enter executive session to review multiple Open Meeting Law complaints filed by Collin Dias, discuss collective bargaining strategy with clerical employees, and address pending litigation and complaints against committee members.
- Discussion and vote to approve up to 6 new teachers and 6 new paraprofessionals for 2025-2026 school year, referred by Special Education/Alternative Education Subcommittee
- Executive session to review Open Meeting Law complaints filed by Collin Dias regarding approval of minutes from March 2025 meetings
- Executive session to discuss strategy for collective bargaining with Fall River Department of Civil Service Clerical Employees Association
- Executive session to discuss complaints brought against School Committee members
- Executive session to discuss a pending Settlement Agreement and litigation strategy
Special Education/Alternative Education and Early Childhood Subcommittee
The Special Education/Alternative Education and Early Childhood Subcommittee will discuss and vote on referring contracts for the Autism Level Up program and the Hybrid Evolve Program. They will also receive an update on class sizes across the district and discuss the Out-of-District Team Chair position. Public comment is invited during citizens' input.
- Discussion and vote to refer the Autism Level Up Contract
- Discussion and vote to refer the Hybrid Evolve Program
- Discussion and update on class sizes across the district
- Discussion on the Out-of-District Team Chair
Policy Subcommittee Meeting
The Fall River Public Schools Policy Subcommittee will discuss and vote to refer several proposed policies to the full School Committee. Items include administering medicines, head lice management, CPR/First Aid/AED certification, development of procedures, and purchasing. Public comment and new business are also on the agenda.
- Discussion and vote to refer policy on administering medicines to students (JLCD)
- Discussion and vote to refer head lice policy
- Discussion and vote to refer certification requirements for staff in CPR, First Aid, and AED
- Discussion and vote to refer development and dissemination of procedures policy (CHA/CHC)
- Discussion and vote to refer purchasing policy (DJ)
Policy Subcommittee Meeting
The Fall River Public Schools Policy Subcommittee will discuss and vote to refer four policy items: School Committee Organizational Meeting Policy (BDA), a travel reimbursement policy, a review of district spending on out-of-district conferences and travel, and a Formal Objection policy. These discussions may lead to new or revised policies for the school committee.
- Discussion and vote to refer: School Committee Organizational Meeting Policy (BDA)
- Discussion and vote to refer: Creation of a policy on reimbursement of travel requests
- Discussion and vote to refer: Review of district spending on out-of-district conferences and travel, with a proposal requiring School Committee approval for overnight travel
- Discussion and vote to refer: School Committee Policy-Formal Objection
REGULAR MEETING OF THE FALL RIVER SCHOOL COMMITTEE
The Fall River School Committee will vote on the proposed FY2026 annual operating and transportation budgets, and discuss an investigation outcome regarding complaints against a committee member. Other items include votes on school choice, school start and end times, legislative endorsements, and several routine approvals such as travel requests, donations, grants, and contracts.
- Vote on proposed FY2026 operating and transportation budgets
- Discussion and vote on investigation outcome of complaints against School Committee Member Kevin Aguiar
- Vote to approve school choice for out-of-district students in grades 6-12 and non-resident employees K-5
- Vote to approve 2025-2026 school start and end times
- Approval of travel requests: Durfee to Memphis ($0 cost) and safety conference in Las Vegas ($2,322.84)
Policy Subcommittee Meeting
The Fall River Public Schools Policy Subcommittee will meet to discuss and vote on referring a revised Walkers and Riders Policy (EEAA) and a Draft Work from Home Policy to the full School Committee. The agenda also includes procedural items like roll call and public input.
- Discussion and vote to refer: Revised Walkers and Riders Policy (EEAA)
- Discussion and vote to refer: Draft Work from Home Policy
- Public comment period for items not on the agenda
Parent & Community Outreach Subcommittee
The Parent & Community Outreach Subcommittee will discuss several initiatives to increase community engagement, including a vote to refer a proposal for FREA (Fall River Educators Association) to participate as ex officio members. Other discussions include reviewing the Legislative Liaison policy, enhancing engagement with the Mayor's Office and PACE Center, and creating a guest speaker process. Public comment is also on the agenda.
- Discussion and vote to refer FREA as ex officio subcommittee members
- Discussion with Ms. Fall River Scholarship Association about their initiative
- Review of Legislative Liaison policy and potential meeting with state delegation
- Convene with Mayor's Office to increase school committee community engagement
- Discussion on guest speaker policy and due process for community requests
REGULAR MEETING OF THE FALL RIVER SCHOOL COMMITTEE
The Fall River School Committee will consider approval of over a dozen travel requests for field trips and conferences, including trips to Roger Williams University, Skills USA state conference, and Camp Sunshine. The agenda also includes routine items such as minutes approval, superintendent's report topics, and citizens' input.
- Approval of travel for 42 Morton Middle School students to Roger Williams University (May 1)
- Approval of travel for 45 Durfee High School students to Skills USA State Conference in Marlborough (May 1-3, $500 per person)
- Approval of travel for 115 Grade 1 students from Viveiros Elementary to Coggeshall Farm Museum (May 14, $14/student)
- Approval of travel for 25 Durfee High School students to Camp Sunshine, Maine as volunteers (July 20-25, $0 per student)
- Approval of travel for 190 Talbot Middle School 8th graders to Canobie Lake Park (June 9, $30/student)
Special Meeting of the Fall River School Committee
The Fall River School Committee will hold a special meeting to request an executive session. The purpose of the session is to investigate charges of criminal misconduct or consider filing criminal complaints.
- Request for Executive Session under M.G.L. Chapter 30A, Section 21(a)(5) to investigate criminal misconduct or consider criminal complaints
REGULAR MEETING OF THE FALL RIVER SCHOOL COMMITTEE
The Fall River School Committee will hear the superintendent's report covering a cybersecurity incident update, hiring update, kindergarten enrollment, and more. The committee will also vote on multiple travel requests for field trips and conferences, and accept three donations totaling $2,400.
- Superintendent will provide a cybersecurity incident update.
- Committee to vote on 16 travel requests for student field trips and conferences.
- Accept $1,000 donation from family and friends of Peg McGowan for Spencer Borden Elementary instructional materials.
- Accept $900 donation from BayCoast Bank for Robert L. Medeiros Resiliency Prep Boston field trip.
- Accept $500 donation from St. Michael's Credit Union for health and physical education.
Parent & Community Outreach Subcommittee
The Parent & Community Outreach Subcommittee will meet to discuss funding proposals and state legislation affecting students and parents. The body will also discuss offering school sports facilities for use during the FIFA 2026 World Cup.
- Community Project Funding proposals for April 1st
- State Delegation presentation on bills impacting students and parents
- Proposal to offer sports facilities to FIFA 2026 World Cup
- Review of subcommittee duties and functions
Special Meeting of the Fall River School Committee
The School Committee will discuss the FY2026 operational budget of $197,837,210 and transportation budget of $13,118,324. They will vote to approve these drafts for public release in preparation for an April 14 public hearing. The committee will also request an executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy with the Fall River Educators' Association and non-union personnel.
- Discussion of FY2026 budget for multiple elementary schools and Durfee High School
- Vote to approve FY2026 operational budget of $197,837,210 for public release
- Vote to approve FY2026 transportation budget of $13,118,324 for public release
- Request for executive session on collective bargaining with teachers and non-union staff
- Citizens' input period limited to agenda items
Special Meeting of the Fall River School Committee
The Fall River School Committee will vote on several action items including a three-year contract for bus services, a health curriculum pilot for grades 3-5, an international teacher partnership, and lease renewals. They will also discuss the Fiscal Year 2026 budget. Public comment is limited to agenda items.
- Vote on three-year contract for yellow bus, McKinney Vento, and athletic/activity trip services
- Vote on renewal of Fall River Youth Soccer Association lease
- Vote on Grades 3-5 Health Curriculum Pilot
- Vote on International Teacher Partnership
- Discussion of Fall River Public Schools FY2026 Budget
REGULAR MEETING OF THE FALL RIVER SCHOOL COMMITTEE
The Fall River School Committee will hold a regular meeting with procedural items, a superintendent's report on hiring, budget, transportation, enrollment, and MCAS, and several action items. They will vote on approval of grants totaling $248,345, accept two donations, and consider requests for 10 student and staff trips, including a four-school delegation to Denver for an applied learning workshop.
- Approval of grants totaling $248,345: $10,000 for 21st CCLC enhanced programs, $80,000 for IEP, $148,545 for student behavioral and mental health, and $5,600/$4,200 for Applied Learning at Kuss and Morton
- Acceptance of a $1,500 donation from BayCoast Bank for an adaptive PE field trip
- Acceptance of 10 laptops from The Angola Project for Henry Lord Community School staff
- Travel requests for four middle school teams to attend the One8 Foundation Applied Learning Discovery Program in Denver, CO (estimated $1,680 per person, grant-funded)
- Durfee High School Green Team trip to Mystic Aquarium (30 students, $650 bus, $16 entry per student)
Instructional Subcommittee
The Instructional Subcommittee will discuss and vote on whether to refer an International Teacher Partnership and a Grades 3-5 Health Curriculum Pilot to the full School Committee. Members will also receive an update on the Grades 5-8 Social Studies Curriculum. The meeting includes public comment and procedural items.
- Discussion and vote to refer: International Teacher Partnership
- Discussion and vote to refer: Grades 3-5 Health Curriculum Pilot
- Update: Grades 5-8 Social Studies Curriculum
Facilities and Operations Subcommittee
The Facilities and Operations Subcommittee will discuss and vote on referring several contracts and lease agreements. The meeting includes a review of transportation services and property leases with the Roman Catholic Bishop of Fall River and the Fall River Youth Soccer Association.
- Three year contract for Yellow Bus, Mckinney Vento and Athletic/Activity Trip Services
- First Amendment to the lease agreement with the Roman Catholic Bishop of Fall River
- Fall River Youth Soccer Association Lease Renewal
- Update on Brightly Software
Special Meeting of the Fall River School Committee
The Fall River School Committee will hold a special meeting to review the proposed Fiscal Year 2026 Annual Operating Budget. Superintendent Dr. Tracy Curley will present the budget for discussion.
- Presentation and discussion of the Proposed Fiscal Year 2026 Annual Operating Budget
Parent & Community Outreach Subcommittee
The Parent & Community Outreach Subcommittee will discuss and vote to refer the appointment of a Government Efficiency Czar. Other agenda items include a presentation from SEPAC, discussion on livestreaming subcommittee meetings, posting financial batches online, a presentation on homeless student numbers, and creating a policy on Parent Advisory Council representation. The meeting also includes citizens' input and new business.
- Discussion and vote to refer: Government Efficiency Czar appointment of Gabriel 'Boomer' Amaral
- Presentation by SEPAC on council strengths and needs
- Discussion and vote to refer: livestreaming subcommittee meetings
- Discussion and vote to refer: posting financial batches on school department website
- Presentation by administration on homeless student numbers
REGULAR MEETING OF THE FALL RIVER SCHOOL COMMITTEE
The Fall River School Committee will vote on several contracts, including a $752,940 Chromebook purchase, and accept grants totaling $342,904. The committee will also discuss and vote on appointing a district-wide nurse, approving the Durfee High School program of studies, and adopting a revised FY2026 budget calendar. Other items include travel requests for school trips and acceptance of donations.
- $752,940 contract with Whalley Computer Associates for 3,000 Chromebooks and accessories
- $342,904 in total grants for English Learner Education, Acceleration Academies, and Multilingual Newcomer Support
- Travel requests: DECA conference (estimated $1,600/student), NJROTC trip to Philadelphia ($150/student), and a 2027 Ireland/Scotland tour ($4,500/student)
- Vote to appoint Beatriz Furtado as district-wide nurse
- Discussion and vote on a 1% cap on Commonwealth of Massachusetts Virtual Schools
Instructional Subcommittee
The Instructional Subcommittee of Fall River Public Schools will discuss an update on the Early College program and consider votes to refer three items to the full School Committee: the Durfee High School Program of Studies, a STEAM job description, and competency determination for candidates graduating before 2025. The meeting also includes public comment and routine procedural items.
- Update on Early College program (discussion only)
- Discussion and vote to refer: Durfee High School Program of Studies
- Discussion and vote to refer: STEAM job description
- Discussion and vote to refer: Competency Determination for candidates in classes prior to 2025
REGULAR MEETING OF THE FALL RIVER SCHOOL COMMITTEE
The Fall River School Committee will meet to approve minutes, travel requests, and donations, and will vote on the vice chairperson, the FY2026 budget priorities, and the 2024-2025 goals.
- Approval of $20,000 donation from MEDITECH
- Approval of contracts totaling $532,540.93
- Vote to approve Kelsey Tiberio as District Wide Nurse
- Vote to approve Second Read of Budget Priorities FY2026
- Vote to approve School Committee and Superintendent Goals for 2024-2025
Instructional Subcommittee
The Instructional Subcommittee will discuss and potentially vote to refer two proposals: integrating CPR training with nasal Narcan delivery into the Health II curriculum, and establishing a Virtual Pathway at Robert L. Medeiros Resiliency Preparatory Academy. They will also discuss competency determination. The meeting includes public comment and procedural items.
- Discussion and vote to refer integrating CPR training with nasal Narcan delivery in Health II curriculum
- Discussion and vote to refer Virtual Pathway at Robert L. Medeiros Resiliency Preparatory Academy
- Discussion on competency determination
- Citizens' Input period for public comment
Special Meeting of the Fall River School Committee
The Fall River School Committee is holding a special meeting primarily to enter executive session. The closed session will discuss collective bargaining strategy with unions representing teachers, administrators, cafeteria, maintenance, custodial, and safety/security employees.
- Request for executive session to discuss collective bargaining strategy with the Fall River Educator's Association
- Request for executive session with the Fall River Administrator's Association
- Request for executive session with AFSCME Council 93, Local 1118 for cafeteria, maintenance, custodial, and safety/security employees
- Meeting includes citizens' input limited to agenda items