Beverly School Committee Special Meeting - Remote Only: 09-02-2026

The Beverly School Committee held a special remote meeting on September 2, 2026, primarily addressing policy adoption and staffing decisions. The committee voted unanimously to waive the usual two-reading process and adopted a state-mandated policy with minor local modifications. Additionally, the committee approved the creation of two new positions—a one-to-one aide to support a student with special needs and a long-term substitute teacher to cover a maternity leave—funded through available revolving accounts and tuition funds. The discussion included budget considerations and the temporary nature of the positions. The meeting concluded with a detailed discussion and unanimous approval of a revised meeting schedule for the school committee, including adjustments to subcommittee meeting dates and times to improve efficiency and accommodate public participation.