# 9.16.2026 Fall River School Committee

The Fall River School Committee held a regular meeting on September 16, 2026, focusing extensively on school operations, policy updates, and budgetary matters. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of budgets for alternative education programs such as Evolve, RPA, and the virtual school, with a combined budget of approximately $2.48 million. The committee addressed staffing challenges, particularly the difficulty in hiring math and science teachers, and discussed the use of asynchronous learning platforms like Egenuity as interim solutions. They also reviewed capital improvement projects, including the nearly $800,000 renovation of the Henry Lord playground and updates on the Bishop Connley PreK playground construction. The committee approved several grant applications totaling over $13 million, including entitlement and competitive grants, with motions to receive further presentations and updates on specific grants such as early college and dual language programs. Policy revisions were considered for vandalism reporting and expense reimbursement, with motions to refer some policies back to subcommittees for further refinement. Additionally, the committee discussed human resources enhancements, including the proposed appointment of an associate director of human resources, though the motion initially failed due to salary concerns. The meeting also covered attendance policies, student enrollment data, and the role of advisory task forces. Several motions related to procurement, budget approvals, and policy amendments were passed, reflecting ongoing efforts to manage resources, improve educational services, and maintain facilities within the Fall River Public Schools.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Education, Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Grants & Funding, Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** September 17, 2026

### Sources
- [9.16.2026 Fall River School Committee](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FvVhMtwbxDM) - Fall River Government TV