# Marblehead School Committee Meeting

The Marblehead Public Schools (MPS) School Committee convened on September 17, 2026, to discuss various educational and operational updates. Key procurement-related items included the acceptance of a $15,385 donation from the Rotary Club of Marblehead to support social-emotional learning (SEAL) instruction at Brown and Glover schools, and grants totaling $93,000 from the Friends of the Marblehead Public Schools. The committee also approved the disposition of obsolete classroom inventory, including gasoline and diesel engines and transmissions. Additionally, the committee reviewed and approved policy ACL regarding interactions with law enforcement officers. Discussions on budget transparency and goal setting for FY27 were held, focusing on data-informed decision-making and strategic planning, though no new budget allocations or contract awards were reported. The meeting also covered updates on special education program standardization, student services, and technology policies, including cell phone use and AI protocols in schools.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Education
**Topics:** Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 18, 2026

### Sources
- [Marblehead School Committee Meeting](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fEBZk60BBts) - MPS School Committee