School Committee, Aug 17th, 2026

The Nashoba Regional School Committee held a meeting on August 17, 2026, primarily to discuss and vote on awarding the food services management contract to Witson's Nutrition LLC. Public comments expressed concerns about the timing of the contract, potential impacts on current food service staff union protections, and the minimal budgetary savings relative to community and employee considerations. Committee members debated the merits of privatizing food services, balancing fiscal responsibility with employee welfare and food quality. The contract guarantees a $375,000 return to the district, with oversight mechanisms including state administrative reviews and local quality controls. After discussion, the committee voted 6-3 to approve the contract award to Witson's Nutrition LLC, with plans to notify relevant parties and provide updates at future meetings.