School Committee Approves Surplus Tech, Executive Session
The Millbury School Committee declared outdated technology surplus and entered executive session over active litigation. Members voted 5-0 Thursday both to approve the surplus declaration and, in a roll-call vote, to discuss litigation strategy behind closed doors.
School Committee · Meeting of August 27, 2026
MILLBURY — The Millbury School Committee declared outdated technology surplus and entered executive session over active litigation. Members voted 5-0 Thursday both to approve the surplus declaration and, in a roll-call vote, to discuss litigation strategy behind closed doors. Business Manager Patrick Mara said New England Sports Floors of Lowell will replace the Jr./Sr.
High gymnasium's wood floor for $201,700, after the Board of Selectmen authorized up to $500,000 in town funding on August 11 to bridge costs while insurance payments are pending. Attorney Brianna Rawl flagged liability concerns on a bullying-prevention policy rewrite, warning the proposed procedures were "quite detailed and lengthy." Director of Teaching and Learning Boutiette reported the district welcomed six new teachers, two guidance counselors and a new nurse at orientation. The committee also heard that 119 students and 60 staff members took part in this summer's five-week Extended School Year program at the Shaw School.
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Source: the School Committee meeting of August 27, 2026, reported from the official video recording and transcript.
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