The Holliston Public Schools School Committee convened on March 27, 2025, to discuss various updates and address community concerns. The meeting began with announcements highlighting the start of spring sports and a field trip for the arts department to Boston. Additionally, the French immersion students recently departed for France as part of an exchange program, while the global citizens program is set to travel to Italy during April break.
The committee noted that the sophomore and freshman semi-formal dance held last week was successful. In recognition of student achievements, junior Adele Boggess from the Holliston Chorus and Band department will participate in the State's Chorus Festival. The meeting also included a presentation by addiction survivor Steven Hill, which was well-received.
As the meeting progressed, the committee addressed academic matters, including the recent MCAS English assessments for tenth graders and the start of the Investment Club led by Mr. Mullins. With Term 3 concluding next week and AP finals approaching, there was discussion about confusion surrounding AP science classes, particularly regarding their credit allocation. This topic is expected to be revisited in detail during the program of study discussion.
The committee then moved to individual comments, where members expressed their appreciation for the recent production of "Grease," highlighting the talent of the students involved. Public comments followed, with Anne Butler, a parent, voicing concerns regarding the proposed AB schedule. She emphasized the need for clearer communication and stability in scheduling, expressing frustration over the rapid changes and lack of confidence in the administration's decision-making process.
The meeting concluded with a commitment to address the community's concerns and ensure that students can focus on their studies without uncertainty about future scheduling. The committee plans to continue discussions on the AB schedule and other academic matters in upcoming meetings.