April 27, 2026 - Policy Committee (Board Workshop)

The Dorchester School District Two Policy Committee held a board workshop on April 27, 2026, primarily focused on reviewing and updating various staff-related policies. Key discussions included updating the policy on staff participation in political activities to align with model policies, revising grievance investigation procedures, and clarifying definitions and classifications of professional and support staff positions. The committee also addressed updates to retirement policies reflecting changes in the state retirement system and considered the deletion of obsolete rules related to the former Terry retirement program. Additionally, the committee reviewed a homeschool rule concerning state and college preparatory testing, ultimately deciding not to require the district to provide testing for homeschool students due to logistical and cost concerns. No procurement, contracting, or budgetary matters were discussed during this meeting.