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Did BPS “reimagine school funding” this year? Officials say they used a 2023 community panel’s budget principles. Did they?

Did BPS “reimagine school funding” this year?

Officials say they used a 2023 community panel’s budget principles. Did they?

(Google can’t find the Reimagine School Funding report on the BPS website. But we and the parents group QUEST posted it.)
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Boston Public Schools: A $1.7 Billion School System Still Failing Black Students “[T]he Foundation Budget tells only part of the story. … It does not tell us how resources are experienced by students”

Edith Bazile’s response to our article about how much Boston spends on schools:
“[T]he Foundation Budget tells only part of the story. … It does not tell us how resources are experienced by students”
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BPS officials use steep bilingual ed cuts to help balance their budget Putting immigrant students into classes with English-only classmates may save big bucks

Bilingual education is taking a big hit in the BPS budget for next year. What will that mean in the classroom?
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What do the Superbowl halftime show and a recent Boston School Committee meeting have in common? Both featured a push for a multilingual America

What do Bad Bunny and Boston School Comm member Frank Peralta have in common?
They both passionately promoted multilingual America in recent public appearances.
“Bilingual education … [is] for the native English-speaking families, too!”
#bostonschools
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Black History Month: A Reckoning and Celebration of Power “Once you learn to read, you will be forever free” — Frederick Douglass

Edith Bazile on the centuries-long, continuing struggle of Black people for an education.
“This city once denied Black students literacy by law and today that denial is by practice.”
#bostonschools #BlackHistoryMonth2026
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Closing the WREC did lasting harm to ninth graders, internal BPS report said Ex-Superintendent Cassellius got data on what happened in years following the closure

BPS checked up on what happened to WREC students after they closed the WREC, but didn’t make their findings public.

An internal report showed lasting harm to WREC 9th graders.
#bostonschools #bospoli #WREC
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Parents call for bilingual education for all who want it “Learning two languages makes [our children] more confident and more capable.”

St. Stephen’s parents and supporters call on BPS to offer bilingual education to all who want it. Petition asks for a 10-year plan.

“Research shows that students in bilingual programs have faster growth and better outcomes in both English and math ”
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From Engagement to Management: What does “Student Outcomes-Focused Governance really mean? Part 2 of Suleika Soto’s series on BPS policy making

The Boston School Committee has decided their role is to focus on numerical “student outcomes” and help the supt achieve them.

Family engagement is just a sideshow.

Part 2 of Suleika Soto’s series on “student outcomes focused governance.”

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More evidence rent control kills apartment construction | Driver booted from T in hot water in new job overseeing Boston school buses | Power play for top job at embattled MCCA | Contrarian Boston depends upon your support - we can’t do it without you.

New in Contraian Boston: Driver booted from T after "ticket rage" incident in hot water in new job overseeing Boston school buses open.substack.com/pub/scottvan... @universalhub.com #localnews #mapoli #bospoli #bostonschools #schoolbuses

School Committee adopts revised exam-school admissions policy after months of debate The Boston School Committee voted Nov. 5 to adopt superintendent-recommended revisions to the exam-school admissions policy, adding a 20% citywide round, removing school-based points, reducing housing points, and retaining socioeconomic tiers; the decision followed hours of public comment urging both delay and action.

The Boston School Committee has made significant changes to the exam-school admissions policy, aiming to balance high-achieving students' access with socioeconomic diversity.

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BPS outlines food supports as SNAP benefits are delayed Superintendent Skipper told the committee that breakfast and lunch access at schools will not be affected by delayed federal SNAP payments, and described a network of afternoon meals, weekend programs, food drives, and a newly formed BPS emergency food council to support families.

Superintendent Skipper assures BPS families that despite delayed SNAP benefits, students will continue to receive free meals, while the district ramps up food support initiatives to combat food insecurity.

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Committee hears $11.1 million request for window and door replacements at two Boston schools The Boston City Council Committee on Ways and Means took testimony Nov. 6 on a loan order asking the council to appropriate $11,100,000 to fund window and door replacement projects at Gardner Pilot Academy and the Linden K–8 School under the Massachusetts School Building Authority accelerated repair program. Public Facilities Department staff said,

Boston is set to invest $11.1 million in crucial window and door replacements for two schools, paving the way for enhanced learning environments by summer 2027!

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Massachusetts bill establishes commercial driver’s license pilot program at Madison Park High School Legislation creates a pilot program for commercial driver’s license training in Boston schools

A groundbreaking pilot program in Boston schools is set to empower students with commercial driver’s license training, paving the way for exciting career opportunities!

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#MA #CitizenPortal #BostonSchools #TransportationTraining #WorkforceDevelopment #EducationReform

My article in the dorchester reporter! What is next for the dever building? And how will bps proceed with closures? #bps #bostonschools

Boston School Committee honors Lina Barbosa for impactful service Committee members express gratitude to Lina Barbosa for her contributions to BPS.

The Boston School Committee gathered to honor Miss Lina Barbosa, whose remarkable dedication to student engagement left a lasting impression in just a short time.

Read the full story!

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Dorchester parents demand equitable access in exam school policy discussion Residents call for transparency and changes to ensure equitable access to exam schools.

Boston parents are demanding urgent changes to exam school policies, calling for transparency and equitable access for all families in the district.

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#MA #CitizenPortal #BostonSchools #CommunityTransparency #StudentSuccess #EquitableAccess

Boston School Committee approves superintendent's evaluation and initiates contract negotiations Committee unanimously supports superintendent's evaluation, paving the way for contract discussions.

The Boston School Committee has unanimously approved the superintendent's evaluation, setting the stage for crucial contract negotiations that could shape the future of the district.

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#MA #CitizenPortal #BostonSchools #CivicAccountability #PublicTransparency #EducationReform

Boston School Committee honors Andrew Trancaso with $10K Michael Casserly scholarship Boston's school meeting celebrates scholarship awardee Andrew Trancaso for community leadership and excellence.

Boston celebrates the remarkable achievements of Andrew Trancaso, who received the $10,000 Michael Casserly Legacy Scholarship for his dedication to community leadership and financial literacy.

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Boston students advocate for Eid holiday on BPS academic calendar Students request Boston Public Schools recognize Eid holidays to honor their cultural practices.

Students and parents in Boston are rallying for Eid to be recognized as an official school holiday, highlighting the urgent need for inclusivity in the academic calendar.

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For our BPS students: It's time for real change! Prioritizing safety (healthier schools, secure transport) and quality education (stronger literacy, better programs) will give our kids the future they deserve. #BostonSchools #InvestInKids

Boston School Board debates pilot program for underutilized classroom seats School board members discuss strategies for improving enrollment and addressing fixed costs.

The Boston School Committee is torn over a controversial school choice pilot program that could reshape the future of education in the district amidst pressing resource challenges.

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#MA #CitizenPortal #EducationReform #BostonSchools #ResourceAllocation #StudentIntegration

Mayor Wu and Red Sox celebrate spring with Gardner Pilot Academy hat giveaway Mayor Wu joins Red Sox for annual hat giveaway at Gardner Pilot Academy in Austin

Boston students are kicking off spring with the annual Red Sox hat giveaway, celebrating community partnerships and inspiring moments with special guests like Golden Globe winner Iola Debris!

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#MA #CitizenPortal #BostonSchools #CommunityEngagement #StudentInitiatives

Boston School District allocates $750K for summer multilingual learner programs Superintendent Skipper outlines funding plans for English language learners in summer programs.

The Boston School Committee is committing $750K to enhance summer programs for English language learners, ensuring that every student has the chance to succeed!

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School Committee considers $214K in grants for educational enhancements Committee reviews five grants totaling $214,000 to improve education across multiple schools.

The Boston School Committee is poised to invest $214,000 in five transformative grants that could revolutionize education for thousands of students across the district!

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#MA #FundingOpportunities #CitizenPortal #BostonSchools #StudentSupport #EducationEnhancement

Bilingual School recognized as leader in education initiatives Bilingual School's leadership in education initiatives gains recognition from community leaders.

The Boston School Committee is taking bold steps to enhance bilingual education and strengthen community ties—find out how they're shaping the future of local schools!

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School board approves changes to code of conduct emphasizing cultural mediation Board endorses cultural sensitivity in mediation practices and student involvement in discipline.

The Boston School Committee is shaking up conflict resolution with new cultural sensitivity training and student-led discipline—changes that could redefine school dynamics!

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Boston School Committee reviews transportation report amid rising on-time performance Boston improves school transportation on-time rates to 94% as modernization efforts advance.

Boston's school funding is set to roll over for summer use, while transportation improvements have skyrocketed on-time performance to an impressive 94%!

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