Worcester School Committee Meeting - 06-04-26

The Worcester School Committee held a meeting on June 4, 2026, where they approved the fiscal year 2017 budget for Worcester Public Schools. The committee also approved several motions related to school programs, including updates on the aviation career program and plans for the transition program's relocation from the Fanning building. Additionally, the committee approved an easement for National Grid on Thorndyke Road property. Discussions included exploring the feasibility of implementing a digital hall pass system in secondary schools, with a request for feedback from Worcester Tech on their pilot program. The committee referred the biannual review and update of the bullying prevention policy to the operations and governance committee, incorporating public testimony received during the meeting. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were mentioned, but several motions related to budget and program updates were passed by roll call votes.