June 25, 2026 Meeting

• Payment of Bills:
  • 46-2026 Date: 5/18/26 Amount: $1,135,754.02
  • 48-2026 Date: 6/1/26 Amount: $736,776.81
• Approval of Minutes: Motion by Ms. Devine without a second to accept the approval of minutes. Discussion: Ms. Dickerman shared her opinion that the Meeting of the Whole minutes were not an accurate representation or substantive and did not include inappropriate comments that were made. Ms. Dickerman advised that she would be voting no and suggested a roll call vote for minute approval. Ms. McClean voiced that comments involving minor children have no place in political differences, further sharing that if there is a grievance between committee members it should be addressed with that elected official. Ms. Graziano urged that comments be to the agenda. Ms. McClean stated her intent to vote no on minutes which are not transparent or complete (in her opinion). She suggested that all meetings be recorded via Zoom.
  
  A roll call vote was taken: Dickerman-No, McClean-No, Devine, Nardone, Graziano-Yes, motion passed 3-2
  • Meeting of the Whole 6/4/26
    
    Roll call vote for regular meeting minutes of 6/4/26. Motion passed unanimously
     
  • Regular Meeting 6/4/26

REPORT OF THE SUPERINTENDENT:
Superintendent Curtin extended congratulations to:
-409 high school and 35 evening graduates, thanks expressed to Dean Bonner and Tom Sheehin
-WHTC-Mean Girl nominees for lighting design-Cooper McCarthy and Natalie Yusume and supporting actor-Cameron Peacock
-Girls Ruby for a great season

Thanks expressed to:
-Families and Parent Councils for end of year celebrations
-Weymouth Public School Staff

Administrators will meet in a couple of weeks for professional development and to discuss district vision, initiatives, safety plans, discipline laws, curriculum, Tier 1 instruction as well as school improvement plans in preparation for the strategic plan release in August.

There are ~50 families remaining for re-registeration for 6th grade.

Superintendent Curtin thanked Assistant Superintendent Smith, Alyssa Bosse, Faith Howland, Amy Mohr, and Robin Howard for their help in securing a transportation contract.

Assistant Superintendent Smith shared the Transportation Re-Bid opening was June 22 and First Student was the lone bidder NRT attended, however did not submit a bid. Mr. Smith read an excerpt from their letter of response:

‘This decision was not made lightly. We recognize the importance of student transportation and the significant responsibility associated with safely and reliably transporting the students of Weymouth each day. Given the timing of the anticipated award and the scale of the transportation program, we do not believe it would be in the best interest of the District, its students, families, or staff for NRT to pursue a startup of this magnitude within the limited implementation period available.

As a company, we place a great deal of value on ensuring that any transportation program we undertake is positioned for long-term success from day one. In this instance, we believe the responsible decision is to step aside rather than risk a transition timeline that may not provide the level of preparation and support that the Weymouth community deserves.

A letter of intent to award has been sent to First Student contingent upon School Committee vote, performance bond, and facility/garaging lease agreement. The bond and lease have been received. The 5 yr contract is ~$16.6M ($500K less than the initial bid submission)

Letters (attached to these minutes) of thanks and appreciation for Superintendent Curtin from Town Council members MacDougall, Kelly, and Donovan as well as Mayor Molisse were read into the record.

NEW BUSINESS
Ms. Devine reviewed MASC updates to policies, language, and dates:
A. First Reading: Policy ECAB - Access to Buildings and Grounds - Ms. Mary-Ellen Devine
New policy for WPS. 5th paragraph-suggested added language ‘and to personnel whose work requires it.’

B. First Reading: Policy JFBB-1 - School Choice - Ms. Mary-Ellen Devine
Existing policy for WPS. Added ‘That any sibling of a student already enrolled in the district shall receive priority for admission.’

C. First Reading: Policy JKAA - Time-Out, Seclusion, and Physical Restraint of Students - Ms. Mary-Ellen Devine
Existing policy for WPS. Paragraph 3 of Time-Out Seclusion, added language
- ‘not extend beyond the point at which a student has achieved a calm and regulated state.’
-’the staff member initiating the time out shall inform the student’s guardian of the time out within 24 hours of the event and consist of pertinent information including antecedent, behavior, location and duration.
Paragraph 1 of Physical Space Inspection, added language
-’In addition, in accordance with regulation, SEPAC or their designees will be provided with the opportunity to inspect these spaces at least once a year or in the event of program relocation.’
Bullet 2 for Inspection Checklist -’with access to sensory tools that promote self regulation. (Ex., weighted blanket, soft/flexible seating, crash pad, soft stuffed toy)’

Suggestion made to change inspect to observe for Paragraph 1, Physical Space Inspection. Discussion had whether SEPAC or the school committee can observe. It was shared that the school committee has the opportunity through the Superintendent to observe.

Above policies are posted on the website and moved to the second reading.

D. Ratification of SEIU 888 Maintenance Successor Agreement, 2026-2029 (Action Requested)
Motion by Ms. Graziano and seconded by Mrs. Nardone to ratify SEIU 888 Maintenance Successor Agreement, 2026-29. Roll call vote. Ms. Devine recused herself from vote. Motion passed..

E. Ratification of SEIU 888 Custodians Successor Agreement, 2026-2029 (Action Requested)
Motion by Ms. Graziano and seconded by Ms. Devine to ratify SEIU 888 Custodian Successor Agreement, 2026-29. Roll call vote. Motion passed unanimously.

F. Ratification of AFSCME Traffic Supervisors Successor Agreement, 2025-2028 (Action Requested)
Motion by Ms. Graziano and seconded by Ms. Devine to ratify AFSCME Traffic Supervisors Successor Agreement, 2025-28. Roll call vote. Motion passed unanimously.

G. Ratification of SEIU Van Drivers and Monitors Successor Agreement, 2026-2029 (Action Requested)
Motion by Ms. Graziano and seconded by Ms. Devine to ratify SEIU Van Drivers Successor Agreement, 2026-29. Roll call vote. Motion passed unanimously.

H. Approval of 2026-27 Fee & Rate Schedule (Action Requested) - Asst. Superintendent Brian Smith
Fee’s have been discussed through the year and reviewed at the 6/24/budget subcommittee meeting.

Motion by Ms. Graziano and seconded by Mrs. Nardone to approve the 2026-27 Fee and Rate Schedule. Roll call vote. Motion passed unanimously.

I. Annual Report of the Health & Safety Committee - Ms. Tina Conte (WEA) & Asst. Superintendent Brian Smith
An overview of the annual report (attached to these minutes) was given. Highlighted topics: District procedures
-Streamling procedures related to health, safety and security
-Improved communication, building of a database to compile data Staffing
-Added positions to address safety
-Initiate journal/log for each building to identify issues
-Continue to address staffing needs Training
-180 members safety care trained (1 and 2 day training-deescalation verbal and physical, restraint)
Next year the committee will review the charter for proactive response to staff and student health and safety needs

J. Acceptance of 5-Year Student Home-to-School Transportation Contract (Action Requested)
Motion by Ms. Graziano and seconded by Ms. Devine to accept the 5 year student home to school transportation contract. Motion passed unanimously.

PUBLIC COMMENT
In accordance with Policy BEDH.

-Kim Ferrera, 105 Charles Diersch St
Expressed concern that student private information may have been revealed and their civil rights infringed upon. She reminded that all students regardless of their disability have the right to a free, appropriate public education. She encouraged empathy and inclusion, collaboration and support for all students.

-Katie Monteiro, 8 Chancy St.
Shared her concern for the closure of Adams Academy and inquired about a plan on how the Adams Academy students' needs are being met. She voiced her worry for WPS student's mental health as well as reduced access to specialized settings.

-Mike Murphy, WEA President
Expressed his delight in having Ms. Curtin as the Superintendent of WPS.

He shared his worry and concern for staff safety even though there is a newly formed health and safety committee and urged the administration for safety of staff be a number one priority and advocated policy changes and action be taken on the suggestions of the safety committee. -

Katie Corrigan, Hamilton parent
Shared concern for her children’s safety and the increase in behavior issues at the Hamilton school. She encouraged increased support for staffing, proactive system levels, more than 2 days of safety care training and implored the administration to prioritize resources for a safer environment.

-Julia Brackin, Hamilton Teacher
Expressed concerns of safety for students and staff at the Hamilton school. She brought attention to the increase in significant severe student behavioral incidents. She shared her opinion that the broader needs of students and school are not being met and staff feel unsafe.

-Katie Cullen, Ivy Rd.
Shared concerns of safety and how her children have been affected by the increased behaviour incidents. She implored the district to employ more BCBAs and RBTs and have more trained personnel in the building.

-Mary Hannon, Hamilton parent
Shared her worry for her 3rd grade son’s safety and asked for more trained support for the teachers.

Ms. Dickerman expressed thanks to the community for their advocacy.

Ms. Lyons is a member of the health and safety committee.

Announcements:
-Last Day of School, June 26, 2026-½ day for all students

Next School Committee Meeting:
Regular Meeting: Thursday, August 20, 2026 - 6:00 p.m.

The Meeting adjourned at 7:06pm on the motion by Ms. Graziano and seconded by Ms. Devine. Motion passed unanimously.