Brookline Select Board sends $23.25 million override question to May ballot after heated debate After hours of presentations, union appeals and public testimony, the Brookline Select Board voted 4–0–1 to place a $23,254,439 operating override on the May ballot (schools $17,944,439; municipal $5,310,000). Board members debated tiered vs. single questions and heard warnings about cuts to schools and public safety if funding falls short.

The Brookline Select Board has officially put a $23.25 million funding override on the May ballot, sparking intense debate over the future of public schools and safety in the community.

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Brookline youth survey shows declines in self‑reported depression and suicidality; gaps persist for some groups At the Oct. 9 Brookline School Committee meeting, presenter Matt Dubois reviewed the district’s Brookline Youth Health Survey results, reporting multi‑year declines in several measures of student distress while noting persistent disparities by subgroup and continued need for school‑based services.

Brookline's latest youth health survey reveals a promising drop in student sadness and suicide considerations, but critical disparities remain that demand urgent attention.

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School Board Implements New Learning Schedule and Approves Capital Improvement Plan VHS adjusts schedule for added learning hours and approves deferred maintenance funding.

Brookline High School is shaking things up this year with a new schedule that promises more learning hours but raises concerns for students navigating tighter transitions.

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Brookline School Committee accepts $48K EV charging grant for Baker and Driscoll Schools Brookline approves grant for EV chargers and establishes 35¢ per kilowatt hour fee.

Brookline is charging ahead with a $48K grant to supercharge its EV infrastructure at local schools—are we ready for the electric vehicle revolution?

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🍎✨ Kick off #TeacherAppreciationWeek with us TOMORROW at BHS for our Celebrating Teachers event!
Honoring 2024 Caverly Award winners:
🏆 Lisa Rodrigues (BHS)
🏆 Amanda Kretschmar (Pierce)

🎁 Honor a special educator with a gift: airtable.com/appMgbpyGPPu...
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Select Board discusses budget strategies amid school funding concerns Select Board evaluates options for school budget gaps and seeks collaborative solutions

The Brookline Select Board is racing against the clock to secure funding solutions that could save local schools and vital community services from devastating cuts.

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School committee reviews $150M budget amid 64 student enrollment increase Committee anticipates rising costs impacting budget with significant increases in staffing and services.

Brookline schools are bracing for a $150M budget amidst a projected increase of 64 students—how will rising costs impact our kids' education?

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Committee reviews allegations and plans for student services investigation in North Andover Committee discusses financial complaints and outlines next steps for student services probe.

Brookline's Town-School Partnership Meeting revealed urgent calls for a comprehensive approach to address systemic issues plaguing the school district.

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Brookline educators emphasize student relationships through new survey results Brookline educators highlight strong student support systems and address areas for improvement.

Brookline educators reveal that while most students feel supported, a concerning number still struggle to find a safe adult at school—what's being done to change this?

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Brookline parent urges transparency amid $8M school budget shortfall Parent highlights overcrowded classrooms and demands accountability for school funding challenges.

Parents in Brookline are demanding answers as overcrowded classrooms and an $8 million budget shortfall threaten the quality of education for their children.

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Brookline teacher advocates for reinstating AP English amid community demand and opposition Community voices strong support for reinstating AP English at Brookline High amid ongoing debate.

The push to reinstate Advanced Placement English at Brookline High School has sparked intense debate, revealing a community eager for equitable educational opportunities.

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Brookline community pushes to reinstate school resource officer program for student safety Community leaders urge reinstatement of School Resource Officers to enhance student safety and support.

The Brookline community is rallying to bring back School Resource Officers, emphasizing their vital role in fostering student safety and building trust.

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Brookline School Committee debates Eid al Fitr holiday designation amid equity and attendance concerns School committee debates adding Eid al-Fitr as a holiday while considering diverse community needs.

The Brookline School Committee is at a crossroads, grappling with the inclusion of Eid al-Fitr in the school calendar while balancing cultural diversity and educational integrity.

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School Committee Faces Criticism Over Special Education Funding and Service Delays School committee faces urgent calls for action on special education funding and service delivery issues.

The Brookline School Committee is under fire for failing to provide adequate special education services, amidst a shocking $1.2 million budget deficit that has parents demanding immediate accountability.

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Brookline School Committee debates holiday calendar changes to honor community diversity Committee debates school calendar, supporting version 2 to honor community diversity and improve attendance.

The Brookline School Committee is at a crossroads, debating a new school calendar that could transform how they honor diverse cultural and religious observances within the community.

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Town Select Board reveals $6 million school budget gap amid rising benefit costs Town presents financial plan revealing $6 million school budget gap due to lower revenues.

Brookline Public Schools are facing a staggering $6 million budget gap as rising costs and lower revenues threaten educational quality.

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