Whitman-Hanson Regional School District, School Committee - September 23, 2026 Meeting

The Whitman-Hanson Regional School District School Committee met on September 23, 2026, to discuss a variety of topics including updates from parent organizations (PACs and PTOs) about fundraising efforts and support for school enrichment activities. Significant procurement-related discussions included the approval of overnight athletic field trips with no cost to the district, acceptance of a $260 donation for an air conditioning unit installation at Indian Head school, and detailed deliberations on capital projects and budget planning. The committee approved the capital project list to be sent to the towns for spring town meetings and voted to establish a capital stabilization fund to manage leftover funds from capital projects more transparently. They also reviewed and approved amendments to the regional agreement affecting capital and operational assessments. Additionally, the committee discussed the development of a new adult evening enrichment program requiring further planning on fee structures and staffing before launch. The meeting included motions passed unanimously related to capital projects, policy adoptions, and committee appointments, reflecting ongoing efforts to improve fiscal transparency and community engagement in district operations.