# Salem School Committee Meeting - September 22nd, 2026


**Body:** Salem Access TV - Education
**Date:** September 22, 2026
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Education, Grants & Funding


The Salem School Committee held a meeting on September 22, 2026, focusing primarily on the presentation and discussion of the district's 2026-2029 strategic plan and innovation agenda. The plan outlines four pillars: Elevate (enhancing instructional practices and student readiness), Empower (developing and diversifying the educator workforce), Belong (fostering inclusive and trusting school communities), and Strengthen (improving operational systems and resource allocation). Committee members discussed the importance of metrics for tracking progress, budget considerations, and community engagement. Updates were provided on school consolidations, including financial savings from merging schools and improvements in alternative program facilities. Transportation updates highlighted a new partnership with Healy Bus Company and efforts to improve route consistency and safety. The committee also voted unanimously to suspend the usual three readings and immediately adopt the revised Protect Act policy, along with adopting revised wellness and medication administration policies. The strategic plan will be further reviewed with metrics presented at the next meeting before final adoption.

**Source:** Salem Access TV - Education