School Committee, Sept. 9, 2026

The Nashoba Regional School Committee held a meeting on September 9, 2026, which included several procurement-related discussions. A significant agenda item was the presentation of a large donation from the Lancaster PTO for a capital project involving the installation of a 20 by 20 shade structure and associated site work to enhance student recess areas. Although the donation was not voted on during this meeting, it was slated for inclusion in the consent agenda at the next meeting. The committee also discussed transportation contracts, highlighting the transition of specialized transportation services in-house from a previous contractor, DeBus, to Pinnacle, resulting in an estimated budget savings of approximately $100,000. This change allows for more efficient route management and improved customer service. Additionally, updates were provided on capital improvement projects related to the new high school building, with ongoing construction progressing on schedule and coordination with local fire departments to ensure compliance with fire codes. The committee also reviewed state budget updates, including Chapter 70 aid increases and their impact on the school budget. Finally, the committee approved the membership slate for the DEIJ advisory group and discussed upcoming policy work related to immigration enforcement, cell phone use, and artificial intelligence in schools. No formal votes on capital projects or contracts were taken during this meeting, but several action items and updates relevant to procurement and budget management were addressed.