Brookline School Committee News
May 19, 2025
School Committee News
Recent School Committee Meeting: May 15, 2025
Annual School Committee Reorganization
Following the May 6 Town Election, the School Committee conducted its annual reorganization. Valerie Frias was elected Chair of the School Committee, and Sarah Moghtader was elected Vice Chair. The School Committee is composed of 9 members, each serving a 3-year term. Click here to learn more about your School Committee members.
Update on the Process for Identifying an Interim Superintendent
The School Committee discussed the process for identifying an Interim Superintendent. The position has been posted, and applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The Committee plans to discuss a more detailed proposal for the interview and selection process at their May 22 meeting, including - to the extent feasible - possible ways to include community participation. Additional information will be shared in the next School Committee News.
Celebration of Former School Committee Member Helen Charlupski
Helen Charlupski served as a member of the Brookline School Committee for 33 years, from 1992-2025. Please join the School Committee as they honor Helen and recognize her incalculable contributions to the PSB at a reception on Thursday, May 22 at 5:30pm (speaking program to begin at 6:00). All are welcome!
Upcoming School Committee Meetings
The School Committee’s upcoming regular meetings are scheduled for:
Thursday, May 22, 6:00pm
Thursday, June 5, 6:00pm*
Thursday, June 12, 6:00pm
*Celebrating Staff with 30-Years of Service
Every year, the School Committee recognizes staff who have served the district for 30 years.
This year, the celebration is scheduled for Thursday, June 5. The reception will begin at 5:30pm and the speaking program will start promptly at 6:00.
The schedule of all School Committee meetings is available on the Town's agenda center. As each meeting approaches, the agenda and supporting documents are uploaded. Meeting agendas will always include the time, location, method of remote access, and (for regular meetings) details for public comment.
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Subcommittee Corner
School Finance Subcommittee Meeting: Wednesday, May 21, 2:00pm, Zoom
Additional subcommittee meetings will be scheduled in the next few days as the new subcommittee assignments are confirmed. For the most current agendas and meeting documents, check the Town’s agenda center.
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