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The MASC Board of Directors is urging Governor Maura Healey not to opt Massachusetts into the federal Scholarship Tax Credit Program. Read the full statement from MASC at bit.ly/4rNU274
Today's Public Policy report from today's Board of Elementary and Secondary Education is now available: www.masc.org/public-polic... #MAEdu
Public Policy Updates: September 2026 Board of Elementary and Secondary Education - masc.org
The Board of Elementary and Secondary Education met for their regular September meeting on September 22. The agenda can be found here; a video of the meeting is available here....
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#MAEdu 2026 Accountability and Assessment results are now available profiles.doe.mass.edu
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Don't forget tomorrow evening's "What to expect at the MASC/MASS Conference" session online, hosted by Division IX in partnership with Divisions II & V Sign up on our website: www.masc.org/event/what-t...
What to Expect at the MASC/MASS Conference - masc.org
Hosted by Division IX in partnership with Divisions II & V Whether you’re attending the MASC Annual Conference for the first time or are a returning participant, this virtual session...
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📢Important announcement: As many of you know, Glenn Koocher has announced his retirement after more than 25 years as MASC’s Executive Director. We are incredibly grateful for Glenn’s years of service to MASC and to school committees across Massachusetts, and we will miss him deeply.
Citizens for Public Schools is seeking their next Executive Director. For further information: www.citizensforpublicschools.org/job-opening-... #MAEdu
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Early bird pricing for the Annual MASC MASS Joint Conference ends this week! Be sure you register to join us in Danvers November 4-6! www.masc.org/conference/
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Annual ConferenceNovember 4-6, 2026 DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Boston North Shore | Danvers, MA Navigating Complex Times: Centering on Students The three information-packed days will be focused on the...
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Members, as you're getting your back-to-school calendar update, please be sure you're including our fall events, including upcoming Learning Lunches, Charting the Course, and Division meetings. Find it all: www.masc.org/events/
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Be sure you're planning to join us tonight at 6 PM for our online Legislative update and FY27 budget recap! www.masc.org/event/legisl...
Legislative Update & FY27 Budget Recap - masc.org
Join MASC for an overview of the latest developments from the Massachusetts Legislature and a recap of the FY27 state budget. We’ll break down the major education policy developments, review...
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Members, please note that the Events tab on our website is now updated with: 🗓️ Charting the Course sessions through the end of December; 🖥️ A call to action event on advocating for Erate; 💰 An upcoming event on the FY26 budget and legislative action. Find it all: www.masc.org/events/
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The FY27 Massachusetts Budget has officially been signed into law! A major win for public education is the creation of a new Foundation Budget Review Commission (FBRC) - a priority MASC has advocated for over many years.
FY27 Budget: What it means for K-12 Education - masc.org
Dear MASC Members & Friends, The FY27 Budget Conference Committee recently released its final report, and just days later both the House and Senate approved the compromise budget without amendment....
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Our Public Policy Update from today's Board of Elementary and Secondary Education meeting can now be found here: www.masc.org/june-2026-bo...
Public Policy Update: June 2026 Board of Elementary and Secondary Education - masc.org
The Board of Elementary and Secondary Education met twice in June: once for a special meeting specifically on the recently released report of the graduation council, and once for their...
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This year's MASC/MASS Annual Conference, Navigating Complex Times: Centering on Students, will focus on helping school districts meet those challenges while keeping student success at the center of every decision. Take advantage of early bird registration rates and reserve your spot today!
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Annual ConferenceNovember 4-6, 2026 DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Boston North Shore | Danvers, MA Navigating Complex Times: Centering on Students The three information-packed days will be focused on the...
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🥈 #Massachusetts ranks #2 in the nation for child well-being in the 2026 KIDS COUNT Data Book, earning a score well above the national average. 🥈
This week, House and Senate negotiators released their supplemental budget conference committee report, reaching agreement on several education investments in both FY26 and FY27. For more, please read our latest update: www.masc.org/fy27-budget-...
FY27 Budget Update: Supplemental Budget Includes Funding for Key Education Priorities - masc.org
Good afternoon! This week, House and Senate negotiators released their supplemental budget conference committee report, reaching agreement on several education investments in both FY26 and FY27. As a ...
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Don't forget our two upcoming Learning Lunches: Tomorrow, 5/29: Understanding the MASS LEADS Act with Division X www.masc.org/event/divisi... Next Friday, 6/5: Chair Chat (for current and aspiring chairs) www.masc.org/event/learni...
Division X Meeting: Educator Diversity & School Committee Governance - Understanding the MASS LEADS Act, Section 219 - masc.org
Join Division X for a special virtual Division Meeting/Learning Lunch on Friday, May 29th at noon. This session will review Section 219 of the MASS LEADS Act, signed into law...
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Reminder that applications for the Blackstone-Millville Superintendent Search are due this Friday, May 29th! Please note that this is an EXPEDITED search. www.masc.org/job/superint...
Superintendent - Blackstone-Millville Regional School District - masc.org
Superintendent of Schools Blackstone-Millville Regional School District, Massachusetts To download this posting as a pdf, click here. TO download the application, click here. Position Overview The Sc...
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Following extensive discussion and review, the MASC Board of Directors has adopted official positions on the recommendations contained in the Statewide High School Graduation Framework Interim Report. www.masc.org/position-pap...
Position Paper: The Graduation Standard - masc.org
Following extensive discussion and review, the MASC Board of Directors has adopted official positions on the recommendations contained in the Statewide High School Graduation Framework Interim Report.
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Our Public Policy Update on today's Board of Elementary and Secondary Education meeting in Hudson is now posted on our website: www.masc.org/public-polic... #MAedu
Public Policy Updates: May 2026 Board of Elementary and Secondary Education - masc.org
The Board of Elementary and Secondary Education had their monthly meeting on May 19 at Hudson High School, recognizing student representative to the Board Isabel Chamberlain. The agenda of the...
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Note that tomorrow's Board of Elementary and Secondary Education meeting is at Hudson High School, the school of student member Isabella Chamberlain. www.doe.mass.edu/bese/docs/fy...
Board Documents: May 2026 - Massachusetts Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE)
The goal of the Massachusetts public K-12 education system is to prepare all students for success after high school. Massachusetts public school students are leading the nation in reading and math and...
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As we move through May, please consider members, community leaders, and district partners who you may wish to nominate for an award this year. Nominations are due June 1! www.masc.org/forms/
Annual Forms & Member Updates - masc.org
Annual Forms & Member UpdatesUpdate your membership & submit annual forms School Committee Member & District Information Update Forms To ensure our records are accurate and that your school committee....
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The Senate Ways & Means (SWM)Committee’s FY27 Budget will be debated by the full Senate next week. We are urging members to contact their state senators in support of key amendments that would provide additional resources for school districts. www.masc.org/fy27-senate-...
FY27 Senate Budget Amendment Priorities - masc.org
Senate FY27 Budget Debate Next Week Urge your State Senators to Support Key Amendments Dear MASC Members and Friends, The Senate Ways & Means (SWM)Committee’s FY27 Budget will be debated...
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Please note and share this EXPEDITED search for Blackstone-Millville Regional School District. This position is a permanent superintendent position. www.masc.org/job/superint...
Superintendent - Blackstone-Millville Regional School District - masc.org
Superintendent of Schools Blackstone-Millville Regional School District, Massachusetts To download this posting as a pdf, click here. TO download the application, click here. Position Overview The Sc...
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All of our May and June Charting the Course sessions are now available for sign up on our website. Be sure your newly elected School Committee members are planning to join us! www.masc.org/events-landi...
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The MASC Charting the Course orientation program for fulfills the 8 hour training requirement for new school committee members as required by Massachusetts state law.
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Our May 2026 Policy newsletter, including policies regarding seclusion and restraint in schools and administration of medication, is now available on our website. www.masc.org/masc-policy-...
MASC Policy Newsletter – May 2026 - masc.org
May 2026 MASC Policy Newsletter MASC Policy Update In our regular review of policies for public school districts, MASC shares the following recommended policy updates. Last year, the Board of Element...
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We share the following Arts Access for All Coalition information for those who might find it of interest.
Thank you to Jennifer Gonzalez and Matt Donovan of the Massachusetts School Building Authority for joining us today for our May Learning Lunch! 🏫 You will be able to find the recording and slides on our website shortly.
Don't forget tomorrow's Learning Lunch about the Committee's role in the MSBA process! www.masc.org/event/learni...
Learning Lunch - School Committee Role in the MSBA Process - masc.org
The Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) process can feel complex, but school committees play a critical role at every stage. This Learning Lunch will walk participants through the MSBA proc...
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