The School Committee voted unanimously to reappoint Mark Strout as Marblehead’s representative to the Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School District School Committee, extending his service for another three-year term beginning Jan. 1, 2026. Before the vote, Committee members outlined the structure and role of the regional district. “The Essex Northshore … [Read more...] about Strout reappointed to Essex North Shore Agricultural school
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School Committee reviews enrollment decline
The School Committee received an in-depth enrollment update outlining declining student numbers, regional demographic trends, and the challenges of staffing and planning amid shifting enrollment patterns. Presenting the report, Superintendent John Robidoux and Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning Julia Ferreira emphasized that declining enrollment is not unique … [Read more...] about School Committee reviews enrollment decline
Roof Subcommittee voted to hire Homer Contracting
The School Committee’s Roof Subcommittee voted unanimously Tuesday to recommend awarding the roof and HVAC construction contract to the lowest bidder, Homer Contracting, citing a highly competitive market and clear cost advantages in the base proposal. The decision follows a detailed review of recent bids that came in more than $2 million under budget. The meeting opened … [Read more...] about Roof Subcommittee voted to hire Homer Contracting
School committee hears Robidoux’s goals
The School Committee approved several policy revisions on Oct. 15, adopted a domestic violence awareness proclamation, reviewed progress on superintendent goals, and discussed next steps for installing lights at Piper Field. Three policy revisions were approved by the committee, and one was rescinded. Committee members voted unanimously to approve three updated policies … [Read more...] about School committee hears Robidoux’s goals
Clucas appointed to fill vacant school committee seat
During a joint meeting between the Select Board and the School Committee, members voted to appoint Melissa Clucas to fill the vacancy left by Brian Ota. Three other candidates – Sara Fox, Yael Magen, and Mark Schwartz – also applied for the role. The Select Board and the School Committee did a roll call vote where each person nominated one of the candidates, and the candidate … [Read more...] about Clucas appointed to fill vacant school committee seat