Dr. Patrick Tutwiler, on Jan. 29, delivered remarks on the State of Education at Rennie Center’s annual summit. Tutwiler highlighted the Healey-Driscoll Administration’s historic investments in early and higher education, detailed the K-12 Statewide Graduation Council’s recommendations for a comprehensive statewide high school graduation requirement, affirmed the … [Read more...] about Secretary Tutwiler delivers Massachusetts 2026 State of Education address
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School budget increase cut to 4.3%
Superintendent of Schools Tom Geary presented an update to the FY27 budget, which cuts the yearly increase from 4.9% to 4.3%, at a recent School Committee meeting. Geary said Town officials originally outlined a 4% increase in the annual budget; however, this recommendation was updated to represent a 3.7% increase. This cuts $100,000 from the budget increase at 4%. He … [Read more...] about School budget increase cut to 4.3%
Healey-Driscoll administration awards $13M to support degree completion
The Healey-Driscoll Administration has awarded $13 million across Massachusetts’ nine state universities to support student degree completion services. Funds will be used to support supplemental tutoring for students at-risk of not completing their degrees and pay for case workers to connect high-need students with social service providers and programs. Grant funds also will … [Read more...] about Healey-Driscoll administration awards $13M to support degree completion
Healey-Driscoll administration awards $3.6M to support higher education students with disabilities
The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced that they have awarded $3.6 million across Massachusetts’ public colleges and universities to support students with disabilities participating in Massachusetts Inclusive Postsecondary Education (MAIPSE) programs. MAIPSE enables certain students with severe disabilities to take part in undergraduate academic courses, … [Read more...] about Healey-Driscoll administration awards $3.6M to support higher education students with disabilities
Knights of Columbus hosts fundraiser for students
The Lynnfield Knights of Columbus is currently selling tickets for its first Cash/Gift Card Calendar. A $10 ticket gives the holder a chance to win one of 28 cash or gift card prizes ranging from $25 to $100. The cash and gift cards were generously donated by sponsors in Lynnfield and the surrounding communities. Sponsors include Cerra’s Market, Market Basket, School Street … [Read more...] about Knights of Columbus hosts fundraiser for students