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School Councils

Local school councils are established by law and charged with assisting principals with the development of annual School Improvement Plans that establish specific improvement goals, state objectives, name persons charged with various responsibilities, and determine a timeline for measurable outcomes.

In determining areas for improvement, the School Council may take guidance from the following sources:

  • Common Core State Standards and Career Readiness Skills
  • MA State Standards
  • Standardized Testing Results
  • Staff, Student and Parent Surveys

The School Council, in serving as representatives of the larger school community, seeks to enrich and enhance opportunities for teaching and learning that result in improved learning outcomes for all  students. The School Council strives to improve support available to teachers, students and their families as we work collectively across the district to better meet the needs of all learners.

Responsibilities of the School Council

As outlined in the Education Reform Act of 1993 (Link to DESE Regulations here), the School Council is composed of representatives from the parent body, the school staff, and the community at large. The council has specific responsibilities that include supporting the principal in the development of annual school budgets, handbooks, and improvement plans.