April 27, 2026 - Board Meeting

The Dorchester School District Two Board of Trustees held a meeting on April 27, 2026, where several key procurement and budget-related topics were discussed. The board approved the addition of a director of student concerns position by reallocating funds from district office reductions. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the proposed 2026-2027 budget, which includes funding for an elementary alternative program designed to support students with behavioral needs, as well as increases in teacher and staff salaries and additional student behavior supports such as social workers and behavior analysts. The budget presentation highlighted that the district's revenues primarily come from state sources (72%) and local taxes (26%), with no current need for additional millage increases to fund the elementary alternative program. The board unanimously approved the proposed budget to be presented to County Council. Facility projects and vendor purchase orders were also briefly mentioned, indicating ongoing capital improvements. Overall, the meeting emphasized strategic allocation of resources to enhance student support services and maintain competitive staff compensation within the existing budget framework.