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Every meeting since 2019, newest first. 127 meetings known but lacking minutes:
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2026
(42 meetings · 162 agenda items)
August
4
Tue
Regular Meeting (Summer)
For the purpose of discussing any and all business that may properly come before the Committee. A detailed agenda will be posted 48 hours in advance of the…
July
10
Fri
Special Meeting
To review and approve Recommendations put forth by the Superintendent. Please see agenda and attached meeting notice for additional details.
10
items
June
29
Mon
City Council and School Committee Joint Roundtable
The City Council will hold a Joint Roundtable/Working Meeting with the School Committee to discuss the Cambridge Preschool Program, including means testing and…
25
Thu
Special Meeting
To entertain a motion to convene in executive session for the purpose of discussing strategy for collective bargaining (CEA Units A&B, C, D, E, Family…
18
Thu
Special Meeting
To entertain a motion to convene in executive session for the purpose of discussing strategy for collective bargaining (CEA Units A&B, C, D, E, Family…
18
Thu
School Climate Subcommittee
For the purpose of reviewing ongoing efforts across Cambridge Public Schools, including at Cambridge Rindge and Latin School, to combat chronic absenteeism.…
17
Wed
Governance Subcommittee
Cancelled
CANCELLED - For the purpose of discussing School Committee rule changes for 2026-2027.
16
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Welcoming Community Ordinance · Approval of Amendment of the Contract with the Law Firm of Morgan Brown & Joy, LLP
25
items
8
Mon
Special Education & Student Supports Subcommittee
For the purpose of holding a public hearing on how the district documents incidents and notifies families when students are injured, restrained, or otherwise…
5
Fri
Special Meeting
To entertain a motion to convene in executive session for the purpose of discussing strategy for collective bargaining (CEA Units A&B, C, D and E) as an open…
2
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Contract Award: Amplify: Computer Software & Instructional Materials (FY27 Contract) · Contract Award: uAspire: Educational Support Services…
16
items
May
28
Thu
Buildings and Grounds Subcommittee
For the purpose of a brief update on 158 Spring Street.
26
Tue
Special Meeting
To entertain a motion to convene in executive session for the purpose of discussing strategy for collective bargaining (CEA Units A&B, C, D and E) as an open…
19
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Approval of the Appointment of the Position of Legal Counsel · Approval of the Appointment of the Position of Assistant Superintendent of…
15
items
12
Tue
Special Meeting
To entertain a motion to convene in executive session for the purpose of discussing strategy for collective bargaining (CEA Units A&B, C, D and E) as an open…
11
Mon
Communications & Community Relations Subcommittee
For the purpose of holding a community-focused working meeting to establish the remit (authority), scope of work (tasks and deliverables), and guardrails…
7
Thu
Curriculum & Achievement Subcommittee
For the purpose of receiving updates from the administration on two topics: the district’s approach to student screentime and the status of advanced learning…
5
Tue
Regular Meeting
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31
items
April
28
Tue
Special Meeting
For the purpose of discussing strategy for collective bargaining (CEA Units A&B, C, D and E) as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining…
14
Tue
Special Meeting
For the purpose of discussing strategy for collective bargaining (CEA Units A&B, C, D and E) as an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining…
8
Wed
Special Education & Supports Subcommittee
For the purpose of discussing family engagement in special education.
7
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Temporary Pause on Non-Essential Student Screen Use - Grades PreK through Grade 2 · Fiscal Year 2027 Recommended Budget
22
items
March
31
Tue
Communications & Community Relations Subcommittee
For the purpose of identifying structural barriers to community engagement and evaluating School Committee norms of engagement.
25
Wed
Budget Workshop
For the purpose of a Budget Workshop to review the FY27 Proposed Budget.
24
Tue
CANCELED- School Climate Subcommittee
For the purpose of discussing the district's ongoing efforts to instill trauma-informed practices into all elements of instruction across all school…
19
Thu
Curriculum & Achievement Subcommittee
For the purpose of Understanding Elementary Literacy Assessments.
18
Wed
Buildings and Grounds Subcommittee
For the purpose of a brief update on 158 Spring Street and on efforts to improve transportation efficiencies.
17
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Day & Residential Program Services not Available from the Cambridge Public Schools · Contract Award: Lesley University: Professional Development
10
items
11
Wed
Special Meeting
To entertain a motion to convene in executive session for the purposes of discussing a Level III grievance (CEA Units A&B) and collective bargaining (CEA Units…
4
Wed
City Council and School Committee Roundtable
For the purpose of discussing the FY27 Cambridge Public Schools budget priorities.
3
Tue
Regular Meeting of the School Committee
On the agenda: Day & Residential Program Services not Available from the Cambridge School Department
12
items
February
25
Wed
Governance Subcommittee
For the purpose of beginning discussions on potential School Committee rule changes, including but not limited to the two recent School Committee orders…
23
Mon
CANCELLED- School Committee and City Council Joint Roundtable
For the purpose of discussing the FY27 Cambridge Public Schools budget priorities.
6
Fri
Special Meeting
For a Retreat for the purpose of developing a process and timeline for establishing a new district strategic plan and discussing plan priorities.
3
Tue
Special Meeting
To entertain a motion to convene in executive session for the purpose of discussing strategy for collective bargaining (CEA Units A&B, C, D and E) as an open…
3
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Day & Residential Program Services not Available from the Cambridge School Department · Gifts/Miscellaneous Receipts
5
items
January
22
Thu
Special Meeting
To entertain a motion to convene in executive session for the purpose of discussing strategy for collective bargaining (CEA Units A&B, C, D and E) as an open…
20
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: 26-001: Approval of Amendment of the Contract with Law Firm Morgan, Brown & Joy LLP
10
items
16
Fri
Special Meeting
For the purpose of a Retreat to discuss roles, responsibilities and norms, develop agreements for communication and engagement between the School Committee and…
14
Wed
Special Meeting
For the purpose to entertain a motion to convene in executive session for the purpose of discussing strategy for collective bargaining (CEA Units A&B, C, D and…
6
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Approval of Amednment of the Contract with the Law Firm of Morgan, Brown & Joy, LLP
6
items
5
Mon
Special Meeting
For the purpose of an organizational meeting of the 2026-2027 School Committee-Elect.
2025
(59 meetings · 312 agenda items)
December
16
Tue
Regular Meeting of the School Committee
On the agenda: Approval of Cambridge Public Schools Competency Determination Policy (Second Reading) · Approval of Revisions to the High School Graduation…
11
items
2
Tue
Special Meeting
For the purpose to entertain a motion to convene in Executive Session to review and approve minutes from Executive Sessions held during the period of February…
2
Tue
Regular Meeting of the School Committee
On the agenda: Day & Residential Program Services not Available from the Cambridge School Department · Contract Award: TeachTown: Instructional Software…
11
items
November
21
Fri
CANCELLED- Governance Subcommittee
For the purpose of a follow-up discussion on Recommendation #25-282 from the November 18, 2025 School Committee meeting and related procurement and purchasing…
20
Thu
Building & Grounds
For the purpose of reviewing start times of schools in the context of transportation logistics, reviewing lottery and transfer data as part of identifying…
18
Tue
Regular Meeting of the School Committee
On the agenda: Approval of the FY2027 Draft School Committee Budget Process/Meeting Calendar
11
items
10
Mon
Joint City Council and School Committee Roundtable
For the purpose to discuss macro-economic trends in Cambridge and the City's FY27 Budget.
6
Thu
School Climate Subcommittee
For the purpose of broadening the circle of community members who know about the Dr. Karen Mapp approach to family engagement and what it could look like in…
October
31
Fri
Special Meeting
For the purpose of approving the contract for Mr. David Murphy, Superintendent of Schools.
29
Wed
Special Meeting
To entertain a motion to convene in executive session for the purpose of conducting a strategy session in preparation for contract negotiations with nonunion…
27
Mon
Special Meeting
To entertain a motion to convene in executive session for the purpose of conducting a strategy session in preparation for contract negotiations with nonunion…
24
Fri
Special Meeting
To entertain a motion to convene in executive session for the purpose of conducting a strategy session in preparation for contract negotiations with nonunion…
21
Tue
Regular Meeting of the School Committee
On the agenda: Approval of Cambridge Public Schools Middle School Pathway Exploration Policy (Second Reading)
8
items
7
Tue
Regular Meeting of the School Committee
On the agenda: Approval of Interdepartmental Agreement Between the Cambridge Public School Department & the Cambridge Public Health Commission
12
items
6
Mon
Special Meeting
For the purpose of appointing a new superintendent from the finalists. At the conclusion of the appointment, the Committee may convene in Executive Session for…
September
30
Tue
Special Meeting
For the purpose of interviewing finalist candidates for the position of Superintendent of Schools: Dr. Lourenço Garcia, Assistant Superintendent for the Revere…
29
Mon
Roundtable Discussion
For the purpose of discussing the superintendent search
16
Tue
Regular Meeting of the School Committee
On the agenda: Day & Residential Program Services not Available from the Cambridge School Department · Contract Award: Fire Equipment Inc.: Fire Alarm Services
15
items
2
Tue
Regular Meeting of the School Committee
On the agenda: Further the Superintendent Search · Approval of Revisions to Rights & Responsibilities Handbook (Second Reading)
15
items
August
5
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Approval of Revsions to Rights & Responsibilities (First Reading)
39
items
July
16
Wed
Special Meeting
For the purpose to entertain a motion to convene in executive session for the purpose to consider and interview applicants for the position of Superintendent…
15
Tue
Special Meeting
For the purpose to entertain a motion to convene in executive session for the purpose to consider and interview applicants for the position of Superintendent…
11
Fri
Special Meeting
For the purpose of reviewing Recommendations put forth by the administration.
5
items
June
24
Tue
Special Meeting
For the purpose of discussing and adopting the end-of-the-year summative composite evaluation for the Interim Superintendent.
20
Fri
Roundtable Discussion
For the purpose of discussing the superintendent search community feedback.
17
Tue
Regular Meeting of the School Committee
On the agenda: Preservation and Digitization of School Records · Contract Award: Gerry's Music Shop: Musical Instrument Repairs (FY26 Contract)
21
items
12
Thu
Buildings and Grounds Subcommittee
For the purpose to discuss the policy orders that the City Council has adopted related to exploring parking at CPSD secure parking lots and receive an update…
3
Tue
Regular Meeting of the School Committee
On the agenda: Day & Residential Program Services not Available from the Cambridge School Department
31
items
May
21
Wed
Special Meeting
For the purpose of discussing the Superintendent Search
20
Tue
Regular Meeting of the School Committee
On the agenda: Contract Award: The Stepping Stones Group: Special Education Staffing Services (FY26 Contract)
9
items
14
Wed
Special Meeting
For the purpose of discussing the superintendent search.
12
Mon
School Councils Ad Hoc Subcommittee
For the purposes of discussing the school improvement plan process, sharing an update on school council elections, and discussing methods of soliciting…
6
Tue
Regular Meeting of the School Committee
On the agenda: SY2025/2026 State School Choice-Recommendation for Non-Participation · Approval of Revisions to Rights & Responsibilities Handbook (Second…
28
items
April
29
Tue
Special Meeting
For the purpose of discussing the superintendent search.
25
Fri
Special Meeting
For the purpose of discussing bids submitted by search firms in connection with the search for a superintendent of schools.
15
Tue
Special Meeting CANCELED
To entertain a motion to convene in executive session to evaluate proposals submitted by search firms in connection with search for a superintendent of…
15
Tue
Regular Meeting of the School Committee
On the agenda: Teacher Evaluations and Paraprofessional Staffing · FY 2024-25 General Fund Budget Statutory Category Transfers
13
items
10
Thu
Special Education & Student Supports Subcommittee Meeting
For the purpose of discussing transportation in support of students with disabilities. CPS Office of Special Education and CPS Operational staff will provide…
1
Tue
Regular Meeting of the School Committee
On the agenda: Fiscal Year 2025 Recommended Budget
22
items
March
27
Thu
Communications & Community Relations Subcommittee
For the purpose of providing an overview of the various communications platforms that CPSD uses to distribute information to caregivers (the purpose / function…
26
Wed
Special Meeting
For the purpose of a Budget Workshop to review the FY26 Proposed Budget
19
Wed
Special Meeting
For the purpose of discussing the superintendent search.
18
Tue
Regular Meeting of the School Committee
On the agenda: Public Hearing on the FY26 Budget (3 minutes) 1a. Public Comment (3 minutes)
17
items
12
Wed
Special Meeting
For the purpose of the Interim Superintendent's FY26 Proposed Budget Presentation
10
Mon
Buildings & Grounds Subcommittee Meeting
For the purpose to discuss bus schedules for the next fiscal year, give an update on the planned work for the Spring Street building in relation to the…
6
Thu
Curriculum & Achievement Subcommittee Meeting
For the purpose to review an update on CPSD work on advanced learning and consider next steps in support of meeting student needs.
4
Tue
Regular Meeting of the School Committee
On the agenda: Tobin Montessori School Preliminary Report · Approval of Revisions to Civil Rights Grievance Procedures Policy
19
items
February
24
Mon
Joint City Council and School Committee Roundtable
For the purpose of discussing the FY26 Cambridge Public Schools budget priorities.
4
Tue
Special Meeting
For the purpose to entertain a motion to convene in executive session for the purposes of discussing strategy for impact bargaining as part of collective…
4
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Tobin Montessori School Preliminary Report · Dr. Robert S. Peterkin Condolence
9
items
January
28
Tue
Special Meeting
For the purpose of discussing the superintendent search.
28
Tue
School Councils Ad Hoc Subcommittee
For the purpose of discussing School Improvement Plan Protocols and Guidelines.
21
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Tobin Montessori School Preliminary Report · Dr. Robert S. Peterkin Condolence · Approval of Revisions to the Sexual Misconduct/Title IX Policy…
9
items
15
Wed
Special Meeting
For the purpose of entertaining a motion to convene in an Executive Session for the purposes of discussing charges brought against the Cambridge School…
14
Tue
School Councils Ad Hoc Subcommittee Meeting
For the purpose to provide a review of the School Council Handbook and Policy and an overview of the School Council Ad Hoc Subcommittee purpose and plan.
13
Mon
Joint City Council & School Committee Roundtable
For the purpose of discussing the City's universal pre-kindergarten program.
8
Wed
Special Meeting
For the purpose of entertaining a motion to convene in an Executive Session to hear two Level III grievances (CEA Units A&B) as part of collective bargaining…
7
Tue
Special Meeting
For the purpose of discussing the superintendent search.
7
Tue
Regular Meeting of the School Committee
On the agenda: Tobin Montessori School Preliminary Report · Contract Award: Day & Residential Program Services not Available from the Cambridge School…
7
items
2024
(65 meetings · 307 agenda items)
December
19
Thu
Special Meeting
for the purpose of discussing the superintendent search.
17
Tue
Regular Meeting of the School Committee
On the agenda: Tobin Montessori School Preliminary Report · Approval of the Transition of the Current Structure of the Kennedy/Longfellow School
10
items
10
Tue
Special Meeting of the School Committee
For the purpose of discussing the superintendent search.
5
Thu
Special Education & Student Supports Subcommittee
For the purpose of providing an overview of the new IEP format and CPS implementation.
3
Tue
Regular Meeting of the School Committee
On the agenda: 2024 Superintendent Search Timeline · Six Minutes Public Comment CEA President · Superintendent Search Process · Public Speaking Time
11
items
November
25
Mon
School Climate Subcommittee Meeting
For the purpose of discussing school climate with students from CPS upper schools.
19
Tue
Regular Meeting of the School Committee
For the purpose of discussing an and all business that may properly come before the School Committee
30
items
14
Thu
Buildings & Grounds Subcommittee Meeting
For the purpose of presenting our new Interim Chief Operating Officer to the community, and sharing an update on the long-range Facilities Condition Assessment…
12
Tue
Special Meeting of the School Committee
For the purpose of discussing the timeline for the Superintendent search.
October
30
Wed
Communications & Community Relations Subcommittee
For the purpose of providing an update on key findings from the spring 2024 Communications and Content Survey and to share an update on the CPSD's website…
29
Tue
Special Meeting
To entertain a motion to convene in Executive Session for the purpose of discussing strategy for contract negotiations with nonunion personnel (Interim…
28
Mon
Joint Roundtable of City Council and School Committee
For the purpose of discussing macro-economic trends in Cambridge and the City's budget
23
Wed
Curriculum & Achievement Subcommittee Meeting
For the purpose of a presentation about and discussion of CPSD’s current initiatives to foster best practices among district evaluators with the goal of…
22
Tue
Governance Subcommittee
For the purpose of reviewing the newly proposed items to the Rules of the School Committee for the 2024-2025 school year.
15
Tue
Roundtable Discussion
For the purpose of discussing the process for the superintendent search
15
Tue
Regular Meeting of the School Committee
On the agenda: 2024 Superintendent Search Timeline · Six Minutes Public Comment CEA President · Superintendent Search Process · Public Speaking Time
19
items
1
Tue
Regular Meeting of the School Committee
On the agenda: 2024 Superintendent Search Timeline · Day & Residential Program Services not Available from the Cambridge School Department
10
items
September
27
Fri
Special Meeting
For the purpose to entertain a motion to convene in Executive Session for the purpose of discussing strategy for contract negotiations with nonunion personnel…
17
Tue
Regular Meeting of the School Committee
On the agenda: Registration for Meeting Participation and Public Comment · 2024 Superintendent Search Timeline · Approval of Private School-NuVu Innovation…
11
items
10
Tue
Regular Meeting of the School Committee & Public Hearing on the Revisions to the Rights & Revisions Handbook
On the agenda: Registration for Meeting Participation and Public Comment · Establish a School Councils Subcommittee
23
items
August
6
Tue
Regular Meeting of the School Committee
On the agenda: Registration for Meeting Participation and Public Comment · Establish a School Councils Subcommittee
44
items
July
9
Tue
Special Education & Student Supports Subcommittee
For the purpose of providing an overview of the summer programming of the Multi-Tiered Systems of Supports and Interventions (MTSS) division and to discuss…
June
28
Fri
Special Meeting of the School Committee
For the purpose of voting on the following consent agenda items: 1.) Recommendation: Approval of Tentative Agreement with CEA Unit E (Paraprofessionals) for a…
2
items
25
Tue
Special Meeting
To discuss Superintendent transition plans and other related items.
18
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Day & Residential Services not available from the Cambridge School Department · Contract Award: Research for Better Teaching: Professional…
24
items
13
Thu
Special Meeting
For the purpose of entertaining a motion to convene in an Executive Session to hear a Level III grievance (AFSCME Council 93 Local 1611) as part of collective…
12
Wed
Communications & Community Relations Subcommittee
For the purpose of reviewing the Communications and Content Survey responses, discussing the district’s website and reviewing recent examples for improvement.
11
Tue
Curriculum & Achievement Subcommittee
For the purpose of discussing the upper schools math curriculum and programs.
4
Tue
Special Meeting
For the purpose of entertaining a motion to convene in Executive Session for the purpose of discussing strategy for contract negotiations and collective…
4
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Contract Award: The Metro Group Inc.: Chemical Water Treatment (FY25) · Contract Award: Sterling Business Products: Printing & Mailing Services…
15
items
3
Mon
Governance Subcommittee
For the purpose of reviewing the proposed additions and/or amendments to the Rules of the School Committee which were provisionally adopted on January 9, 2024.
May
30
Thu
Buildings & Grounds Subcommittee
For the purpose of sharing a list of upcoming summer projects and to discuss what is not being covered in the long-range Facilities Condition Assessment and…
29
Wed
Special Meeting
For the purpose to entertain a motion to convene in executive session for the purpose of conducting a strategy session in preparation for contract negotiations…
24
Fri
Special Meeting
For the purpose to entertain a motion to convene in executive session for the purpose of conducting a strategy session in preparation for contract negotiations…
22
Wed
Special Meeting
For the purpose to entertain a motion to convene in executive session for the purpose of conducting a strategy session in preparation for contract negotiations…
21
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Day & Residential Program Services not available from the Cambridge School Department
9
items
15
Wed
Special Meeting
For the purpose to entertain a motion to convene in executive session for the purpose of conducting a strategy session in preparation for contract negotiations…
10
Fri
Special Meeting
For the purpose to entertain a motion to convene in executive session for the purpose of conducting a strategy session in preparation for contract negotiations…
7
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: SY2024/2025 State School Choice-Recommendation for Non-Participation · Approval of the SY2024/2025 Cambridge Public School District Calendar
37
items
6
Mon
Special Meeting
For the purpose to entertain a motion to convene in executive session for the purpose of conducting a strategy session in preparation for contract negotiations…
2
Thu
School Climate Subcommittee
For the purpose of discussing the experience of students in grades six through eight.
1
Wed
Special Meeting
For the purpose to entertain a motion to convene in executive session for the purpose of conducting a strategy session in preparation for contract negotiations…
April
30
Tue
Special Meeting
For the purpose entertain a motion to convene in executive session for the purpose of conducting a strategy session in preparation for contract negotiations…
23
Tue
Special Meeting
For the purpose of entertaining a motion to consider the Superintendent’s Recommendation #24-060 (Genocide Education Grant) and to entertain a motion to…
10
Wed
CANCELLED Special Meeting
For the purpose of entertaining a motion to consider the Superintendent’s Recommendation #24-060 (Genocide Education Grant).
2
Tue
Special Meeting
For the purpose of conducting and discussing an evaluation of the Superintendent of Schools.
2
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: 2022-2023 Rules of the School Committee · Fiscal Year 2025 Recommended Budget · Approval of the Appointment of the Chief Financial Officer
13
items
1
Mon
Special Meeting
Entertain a motion to convene in executive session for the purpose of conducting a strategy session in preparation for contract negotiations with nonunion…
March
26
Tue
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to convene in an executive session for the purpose of conducting a strategy session in preparation for contract negotiations with…
19
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Public Hearing on FY25 Budget (3 minutes) 1a. Public Comment (3 minutes)
9
items
14
Thu
Special Meeting
Budget Workshop to review the FY25 Proposed Budget
12
Tue
Virtual Special Meeting
11
Mon
Buildings & Grounds Subcommittee
For the purpose of sharing the status of the Facilities Condition Assessment, hearing plans for solar panels and an urban farm at CRLS, proving an update on…
5
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Approval of Revisions to the High School Health Graduation Requirements (Second Reading)
10
items
4
Mon
Curriculum and Achievement Subcommittee
For the purpose for a discussion of Level Up.
February
28
Wed
Special Meeting
Entertain a motion to convene in executive session for the purpose of discussing strategy for collective bargaining (CEA Units C, D, and E, Family Liaisons,…
16
Fri
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to convene in an executive session for the purpose of conducting a strategy session in preparation for contract negotiations with…
6
Tue
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to convene in an executive session for the purpose of conducting a strategy session in preparation for contract negotiations with…
6
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Approval of Settlement of Cambridge Education Association Units A & B Grievance Number AB 04-23-24
12
items
5
Mon
Joint Roundtable Meeting between the City Council and the School Committee
January
23
Tue
Budget Workshop
For the purpose of a Budget Workshop to discuss FY25 Enrollment and Budget Projections.
16
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Approval of the Appointment of the Assistant Superintendent of Student Services
10
items
9
Tue
Special Meeting
The swearing-in of the remainder School Committee Elects, an organizational meeting to elect a Vice Chair, and the adoption of the 2024-2025 Rules of the…
2
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Approval of Revisions to the Controlled Choice Policy Regarding the Cambridge Preschool Program Admissions & Matriculation (First Reading)
8
items
1
Mon
Organizational Meeting
Organizational meeting of the 2024-2025 School Committee-Elect.
2023
(62 meetings · 314 agenda items)
December
19
Tue
Special Meeting
Discussing the self-evaluation of the 2022-2023 School Committee.
19
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Day & Residential Program Services not Available from the Cambridge Public Schools · Contract Award: CDW Government LLC: Computer Hardware &…
9
items
14
Thu
Cancelled- School Climate Subcommittee
For the purpose of discussing school climate surveys recently distributed to parents/caregivers via Parent Square and the construction and parameters of the…
13
Wed
Communications & Community Relations Subcommittee
For the purpose of reviewing the Strategic Communications Plan and for a website update from Information, Communication & Technology Services (ICTS).
11
Mon
Special Education & Student Supports Subcommittee
For the purpose of discussing Office of Student Services updates and planning for the spring.
5
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Report of the October 4, 2023 Special Education and Student Supports Subcommittee Meeting
8
items
November
28
Tue
Roundtable Meeting
A discussion focused on Mathematics with community partners and CPSD leaders, educators and staff.
21
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Report of the October 4, 2023 Special Education and Student Supports Subcommittee Meeting
19
items
14
Tue
Cancelled- Roundtable Meeting
A discussion focused on Mathematics with community partners and CPSD math staff in primary & secondary schools.
October
24
Tue
Buildings and Grounds
For the purpose of sharing the status and findings of the long-range Facilities Condition Assessment and Master Planning project and strategy, reviewing…
17
Tue
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to convene in Executive Session for the purposes of hearing a Level III grievance (CEA Units A&B) as part of collective bargaining and to…
17
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Approval of Private School Expansion to Include Grades 1 & 2: Tamim Academy School-8 Museum Way, Cambridge MA
14
items
12
Thu
School Climate
for the purpose of discussing school climate at the Cambridge Upper Schools with a focus on the following: student behavior, discipline policies and…
11
Wed
Curriculum and Achievement
For the purposes of an update on and a discussion of advanced learning supports.
4
Wed
Special Education & Student Supports
For the purpose of discussing the implementation of the Out-of-District & Private School Team, an OSS staffing update, and a presentation on the renaming of…
3
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Approval of Revisions to the 2023/2024 Cambridge Public School District Calendar
10
items
September
19
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: | Recommendation · Approval of Revisions to the Controlled Choice Policy (Second Reading) · Approval of Agreement for Parent Leave for Non-Union…
16
items
5
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Motion to Ensure Equitable Opportunities for All Students to Reach Higher Level Math, including Algebra Instruction Before 9th Grade
24
items
August
10
Thu
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to convene in Executive Session to discuss strategy for collective bargaining (CEA Units A&B) as an open meeting may have a detrimental…
8
Tue
Regular Meeting
Discussing any and all business that may properly come before the Committee.
35
items
July
11
Tue
Special Meeting
Discussing and adopting the End-of-Year Summative composite evaluation of the Superintendent.
1
items
June
27
Tue
Roundtable Meeting
Discussing the efforts towards RSTA program improvement.
20
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: School Council Handbooks · Day & Residential Program Services not Available fromt he Cambridge School Department
29
items
12
Mon
Special Education and Student Supports Subcommittee
Hear findings from the Special Education Executive Director, summer programming opportunities, and plans for the fall.
6
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: School Council Handbooks · Contract Award: Fishtank Learning: Professional Development & Computer Software Licenses
30
items
May
30
Tue
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to convene in Executive Session to discuss strategy for collective bargaining (CEA Units A&B) as an open meeting may have a detrimental…
25
Thu
Communications and Community Relations Subcommittee
Updates on CPSD caregiver and community communication and engagement work.
24
Wed
Buildings and Grounds Subcommittee
Discussing the ongoing long-range Facilities Condition Assessment and Master Planning project, for sharing any post-COVID protocol transitions being undertaken…
22
Mon
School Climate Subcommittee
To review and discuss school climate as it relates to student behavior and discipline and the related school district’s policies and procedures; and to review…
18
Thu
Curriculum and Achievement Subcommittee
Discussing the CPSD K-12 math curriculum and pathways.
16
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: School Council Handbooks · | Recommendation · MBTA Bus Order · Approval to Retain the Law Firem of Morgan Brown & Joy, LLP
22
items
10
Wed
City Council Finance Committee
Public Hearing to discuss the FY 2024 School Department Budget
9
Tue
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to convene in Executive Session to discuss strategy for collective bargaining (CEA Units A&B) as an open meeting may have a detrimental…
9
Tue
Roundtable Meeting
Discussing the District's Math curriculum and instructional practices and sharing plans to address Algebra I instruction in the 8th grade
2
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Public Hearing on Teacher Performance Standards (3 minutes): 1b. Public Hearing on School Choice (3 minutes): 1c. Public Comment (3 minutes)
15
items
April
26
Wed
Cancelled- School Climate Subcommittee Meeting
For the purpose to review and discuss school climate as it relates to student behavior and discipline related to the school district’s policies and procedures;…
24
Mon
Special Education and Student Supports Subcommittee Meeting
For the purpose to start the community conversation around Strategic Tutoring.
11
Tue
Special Meeting
The School Committee voting on the adoption of the proposed FY24 School Department Budget
1
items
4
Tue
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to convene in executive session for the purposes of hearing Level III grievances (CEA Units A&B) as part of collective bargaining as an…
4
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: MBTA Bus Order · Contract Award: IDSC Holdings, LLC: Calibration Machine · Contract Award: Systematic Special Education Support LLC: Consulting…
11
items
March
30
Thu
Special Meeting
Reviewing and discussing the FY24 Proposed Budget
28
Tue
Special Meeting
Budget Workshop to review the FY24 Proposed Budget
24
Fri
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to convene in executive session to hear a Level III grievance (AFSCME Council 93 Local 1611) as part of collective bargaining as an open…
23
Thu
Special Meeting
Budget Workshop to review the FY24 Proposed Budget
21
Tue
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to convene in Executive Session to discuss strategy for collective bargaining (CEA Units A&B) as an open meeting may have a detrimental…
21
Tue
Regular Meeting & Public Hearing on the FY24 Budget
On the agenda: Public Hearing on FY24 Budget (3 minutes) 1a. Public Comment (3 minutes) · Updating Tolerance of Hate Crimes Policy · MBTA Bus Order
14
items
14
Tue
Special Meeting
A presentation from the Cambridge Charter Review Committee and a discussion to share feedback, comments, and questions about the Cambridge City Charter.
7
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: MBTA Bus Order · Approval of Revisions to the School Entrance Age Policy · Approval of Revisions to the School Admission Policy
20
items
1
Wed
School Climate Subcommittee Meeting
For the purpose of discussing and reviewing the 2022 Teen and Middle Grades Health Survey, and related school climate surveys.
February
28
Tue
Special Meeting
For the purpose of entertaining a motion to convene in Executive Session for hearing Level III grievances as part of collective bargaining (CEA Units A&B) and…
16
Thu
Communications and Community Relations Subcommittee
For the purpose of reviewing the proposed CPSD School Council Handbook.
14
Tue
Joint Roundtable Meeting between the City Council and the School Committee
Receiving updates from the City Manager, Superintendent, and the Cambridge Office of Early Childhood on the next steps toward the implementation of universal…
7
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: MBTA Bus Order · Contract Award: Ascentis Corporation: Time & Attendance System · Contract Award: Leadership Academy: Professional Development
13
items
January
31
Tue
Cancelled- Roundtable Meeting
Discussing the progress towards RSTA program improvement.
30
Mon
Joint Roundtable Meeting between the City Council and the School Committee
25
Wed
Buildings and Grounds Sub-Committee
Discussing updates on Long Range Building Study and non-COVID safety concerns vs benefits of allowing parents again to enter buildings to drop younger…
24
Tue
Special Meeting- Budget Workshop
A Budget Workshop to discuss FY 2024 Enrollment & Budget Projections, an ESSER plan update, and projections for FY24.
23
Mon
Special Education and Student Supports Subcommittee Meeting
For the purpose to update the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) framework, introduce the Director of Special Education, and discuss the tiered literacy…
19
Thu
Curriculum and Achievement Subcommittee Meeting
For the purpose of discussing the CPSD instructional framework review, and to discuss a student proposal to grant gym credit for theater participation.
17
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: MBTA Bus Order · Approval of Global Revisions to Policies in the School Committee Policy Manual (Second Reading)
12
items
10
Tue
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to convene in Executive Session to discuss strategy for collective bargaining (CEA Units A&B) as an open meeting may have a detrimental…
3
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: MBTA Bus Order · Approval of Global Revisions to Policies in the School Committee Policy Manual (First Reading)
11
items
2022
(65 meetings · 307 agenda items)
December
22
Thu
Roundtable Meeting
Discussing the efforts towards the RSTA program improvement.
20
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: MBTA Bus Order · FY22-23 General Fund Budget Statutory Tranfers · Approval of Revisions to the Cambridge Public Schoos Acceptable Use Policy…
13
items
15
Thu
Communications and Community Relations Sub-Committee
Discussing the school communications platform (ParentSquare) and an update on the school council handbook review process.
13
Tue
Roundtable Meeting
Discussing target settings in the district plan.
6
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: | Recommendation · Contract Award: Sunbelt Rentals: Equipment Rentals · Contract Award: Systemic Special Education: Consulting Services
10
items
November
30
Wed
Buildings and Grounds Sub-Committee
Discussing strategies for energy management given the increase in costs and more complex systems of the new building, the status of the Accelerated Repair…
15
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Day & Residential Program Service not Available from the Cambridge School Department · Contract Award: Lexia Learning Systems, LLC: Professional…
16
items
1
Tue
Special Meeting
Approving the contract of Dr. Victoria Greer, Superintendent of Schools.
1
items
1
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Gifts/Miscellaneous Receipts
1
items
October
27
Thu
Retreat Meeting
Discussing target settings within the district plan
25
Tue
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to convene in Executive Session to discuss strategy for contract negotiations with non-union personnel (Superintendent).
25
Tue
Roundtable Meeting
Discussing the findings of the RSTA review and identify specific findings and recommendations to plan for program improvement.
18
Tue
Special Meeting
Approving the contract of Dr. Victoria Greer, Superintendent of Schools
1
items
18
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Afterschool Transportation · Contract Award: Engage2learn: Professional Development
6
items
13
Thu
Communications and Community Relations Sub-Committee
Discussing school councils and the school council handbook.
11
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Afterschool Transportation · Day & Residential Program Services not Available from the Cambridge School Department
14
items
3
Mon
Special Education and Student Supports Sub-Committee
Discussing the new structure of the Office of Student Services, facilitate a process around policy, and to review the following policies: Policy Plan for…
September
28
Wed
Buildings and Grounds Sub-Committee
Discussing socializing the latest changes to COVID Protocols, updates on the Long-Range Building study, sharing policies being considered for review during the…
27
Tue
Cancelled- Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to convene in executive session for the purpose of hearing a Level III Grievance (CEA Units A&B) as part of collective bargaining and for…
20
Tue
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to convene in Executive Session to discuss strategy for collective bargaining (CEA Units A&B) as an open meeting may have a detrimental…
20
Tue
Regular Meting
On the agenda: Afterschool Transportation · Day & Residential Program Services not Available from the Cambridge School Department
22
items
15
Thu
Curriculum and Achievement Sub-Committee
Discussing CPSD's academic achievement policy, and CPSD policy related to the education of English language learners.
13
Tue
Retreat Meeting
Outlining priorities and planning for SY22-23.
12
Mon
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to convene to discuss strategy for contract negotiations with non-union personnel (Superintendent).
August
23
Tue
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to convene in Executive Session immediately after the Regular Meeting to discuss strategy for contract negotiations with non-union…
23
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Afterschool Transportation · Approval of Family & Medical Leave, Parental Leave & Small Necessities Leave Policy (Second Reading)
13
items
9
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: CPS Non-Discrimination Policy Updates · Approval of Family & Medical Leave, Parental Leave & Small Necessities Leave Policy (First Reading)
39
items
June
30
Thu
Special Meeting
Discussing and voting on Superintendent Recommendations and any business that may properly come before the Committee.
2
items
28
Tue
Special Meeting
Discussing and voting on Superintendent Recommendations, unfinished business items, and presenting the appointments of the Chief of Academics & Schools and the…
4
items
27
Mon
Buildings and Grounds Sub-Committee
Reviewing the status of the RFP for Long Range Building study and reviewing recent updates to the health & safety protocols
23
Thu
Cancelled- Communications and Community Relations Sub-Committee
21
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Contract Award: Paper Education Co. Inc.: Educational Support
36
items
14
Tue
Special Meeting
Considering the appointment of the Assistant Superintendent of Student Services.
13
Mon
Special Education and Student Supports Sub-Committee
Discussing the methodologies of teaching reading and best practices Advanced Learner Supports Division for the fall and prioritizing policies to be updated.
7
Tue
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to convene in Executive Session immediately after the Regular Meeting to discuss strategy for collective bargaining (CEA Units A&B) and…
7
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Approval of the Level III Response to Cambridge Education Association ("CEA") Grievance AB-01-21-22
18
items
May
27
Fri
Retreat Meeting
Retreat to discuss the District Planning Framework.
17
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Title IX Policy Updates · Contract Award: Gaggle.Net, Inc. · Contract Award: Apple, Inc. · Contract Award: McGraw Hill Education
19
items
11
Wed
City Council Finance Committee
Public Hearing to discuss the FY 2023 School Department Budget
3
Tue
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to convene in Executive Session to discuss strategy for collective bargaining (CEA Units A&B) and strategy for contract negotiations with…
April
26
Tue
Retreat Meeting
Retreat to discuss and receive training from the Massachusetts Association of School Committees (MASC) on the evaluation process for the Superintendent of…
26
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Public Hearing on School Choice (3 minutes) 1a. Public Comment (3 minutes) · SY2022/2023 State School Choice Program-Recommendation for…
34
items
12
Tue
Special Education and Student Supports Sub-Committee
Discussing summer program opportunities within CPS and DHSP (Department of Human Service Programs) and reviewing the policy around after-school programs for…
12
Tue
Building and Grounds Sub-Committee
Discussing the latest thinking around the Framework for COVID-19 Management and updates to the health & safety protocols.
5
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Approval of the Fiscal Year 2023 Recommended Budget
13
items
March
29
Tue
Special Meeting
Budget Workshop on the FY 23 Proposed Budget
25
Fri
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to convene in Executive Session to hear a Level III Grievance (CEA Unit A) as part of collective bargaining and to discuss strategy for…
24
Thu
Special Meeting
Public Hearing on the FY 2023 Proposed Budget.
22
Tue
Special Meeting
Budget Workshop on the purposed FY23 Budget
17
Thu
Special Meeting
Reviewing the Superintendent's FY23 Proposed Budget and ESSER III Plan.
15
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Approval of Agreement Regarding Cambridge Education Association E Educational Stipend for School Years 2019-2020 & 2020-2021
9
items
7
Mon
Special Education and Student Supports Sub-Committee
Reviewing policies under the Office of Student Services
1
Tue
Regular Meeting
Discussing any and all business that may properly come before the Committee.
5
items
February
15
Tue
Regular Meeting
Discussing any and all business that may properly come before the Committee.
7
items
14
Mon
Joint Roundtable Meeting between the City Council and the School Committee
Receiving an update from the City Manager and relevant departments on the next steps towards the implementation of universal Pre-K in Cambridge.
8
Tue
Joint Roundtable Meeting between the City Council and the School Committee
Discussing priorities for the FY23 School Budget.
2
Wed
Special Meeting
Approving and ratifying the Addendum to the contract for Dr. Victoria Greer.
1
items
1
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Approval of Revisions to Cambridge Public Schools Chapter 74 CVTE (Career/Vocational Technical Education) Student Admission Policy (Second…
10
items
January
26
Wed
Building and Grounds Sub-Committee
Discussing current updates to the health & safety protocols being considered, including the state's new at-home rapid testing program, the mask mandate, travel…
25
Tue
Roundtable
Introducing the Youth Resource Officers Program to the School Committee.
22
Sat
Retreat Meeting
Discussing roles and responsibilities, developing agreements for communications and engagement between the School Committee and Superintendent, and developing…
18
Tue
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to enter into in Executive Session to discuss strategy for collective bargaining (all CEA Units and Food Service) and to discuss strategy…
18
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Day & Residential Services not Available from the Cambridge School Department
5
items
4
Tue
Regular Meeting
Discussing any and all business that may properly come before the Committee.
8
items
3
Mon
Organizational Meeting
2021
(81 meetings · 313 agenda items)
December
28
Tue
Cancelled- Special Meeting
Approving and ratifying the Addendum to the contract for Dr. Victoria Greer, effective January 1, 2022.
1
items
21
Tue
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to enter into Executive Session to discuss strategy with respect to litigation/arbitration and to discuss strategy for contract…
21
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Afterschool Transportation · Approval of Interim Language Regarding the Indoor Mask Mandate for the Cambridge Public Schools
16
items
17
Fri
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to enter into Executive Session to discuss strategy for contract negotiations for non-union personnel (Interim Superintendent of Schools).
14
Tue
Roundtable
Reviewing the Superintendent's Entry Plan Findings and discussing next steps in response to the Findings.
7
Tue
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to enter into Executive Session to discuss strategy for contract negotiations for non-union personnel (Interim Superintendent of Schools).
7
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Afterschool Transportation
14
items
6
Mon
Special Education and Student Supports Sub-Committee
Introducing the new leadership and goals of the Office of Student Services, hearing updates from the Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC), and…
2
Thu
Building and Grounds Sub-Commmittee
Starting discussions on the health & safety protocols as it appears that we will not eradicate COVID-19 and we are unlikely to eliminate it.
November
30
Tue
School Climate Sub-Committee
29
Mon
Joint Roundtable Meeting between the City Council and School Committee
Discussing the past election, including but not limited to new practices and polling locations in Cambridge with the City Manager, Election Commission, and any…
16
Tue
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to enter into Executive Session to discuss strategy for contract negotiations for non-union personnel (Interim Superintendent).
16
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Afterschool Transportation
14
items
9
Tue
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to enter into Executive Session to discuss strategy for contract negotiations for non-union personnel (Interim Superintendent of Schools)
October
19
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Afterschool Transportation · Contract Award: Day & Residential Program Services Not Available from Cambridge Public Schools
9
items
12
Tue
Building & Grounds Sub-Committee
Discuss the special state senate primary and election, the scope of the RFP for long-range building study whose costs were approved by the city this summer and…
5
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Approval of Private School-Malik Academy-Return to Original Location at 808 Memorial Drive, Cambridge Massachusetts
16
items
September
21
Tue
Regular Meeting
Discussing any and all business that may properly come before the Committee.
18
items
14
Tue
Special Meeting
Interviewing a finalist candidate for the position of Executive Secretary to the School Committee.
14
Tue
Roundtable
Discussing the district's framework and process for designing the use of the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund Three (ESSER 3).
10
Fri
Retreat Meeting
Discussing roles and responsibilities, developing agreements for communication and engagement between the School Committee and Superintendent, and developing a…
August
31
Tue
Special Meeting
Discussing and voting on Superintendent Recommendations, and any business specifically related to COVID-19.
8
items
3
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Toxic Pesticides · Report of the July 26, 2021 Buildings and Grounds Sub-Committee · Condolences - Robert Favreau · Condolences - Robert Moses
4
items
3
Tue
Hybrid Executive Session
Entertaining a motion to enter into Executive Session to discuss strategy for collective bargaining (CEA Units A&B)
July
26
Mon
Building & Grounds Sub-Committee
Discuss recommendations from the Safety & Health Working Group for the start of the school year in the autumn.
14
Wed
Retreat
Discussing roles and responsibilities, developing agreements for communication and engagement between the School Committee and Superintendent, and developing a…
June
25
Fri
Special Meeting
Approving and ratifying the contract for Dr. Victoria Greer as Interim Superintendent of Schools effective July 1, 2021.
1
items
22
Tue
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to enter into Executive Session to discuss strategy for contract negotiations for (Interim Superintendent).
15
Tue
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to enter into Executive Session to discuss strategy for contract negotiations for (Interim Superintendent).
15
Tue
Regular Meeting
Discussing any and all business that may properly come before the Committee
22
items
7
Mon
Building & Grounds Sub-Committee
Continue discussing the Election Commission's proposal of using the additional schools in 2021 that were used in 2020.
1
Tue
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to enter into Executive Session to discuss strategy for contract negotiations for (Interim Superintendent).
1
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Day & Residential Services Not Available from the Cambridge School Department · Contract Award: NRT Bus, Inc.: Transportation Services
49
items
May
26
Wed
Special Education and Student Supports Sub-Committee
Discussing updates on summer programs available to scholars, strategic planning for the fall, and an update on the outstanding evaluations.
26
Wed
Building & Grounds Sub-Committee
Discussing the changes/updates to the safety manual reviewed by the health & safety working group.
25
Tue
School Climate Sub-Committee
Discussing the individual check-in practices used in schools this school year.
19
Wed
City Council Finance Committee
Public Hearing to discuss the FY 2022 School Department Budget
18
Tue
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to convene in Executive Session for the purposes of discussing bargaining strategy for CEA Units (A & B).
18
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Misogyny and gender-based harassment and assault · Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine · Eversource · Buildings and Grounds Sub-Committee Minutes
8
items
12
Wed
Building and Grounds Sub-Committee
Discuss the health & safety working group recommended changes/updates to the safety manual, the planned temporary move of the Tobin School and discuss the…
11
Tue
Special Meeting
Voting on the retention of an attorney to begin contract negotiations and entertaining a motion to enter into executive session to discuss strategy for…
6
Thu
Special Meeting
Considering the appointment of the Interim Superintendent of Schools.
4
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: SY2021/2022 State School Choice Program Recommendation for Non-Participation
19
items
April
28
Wed
Special Education and Student Supports Sub-Committee
Highlight Autism Acceptance Month, to discuss what CPS is doing to support autistic scholars including transition services, and the resources available to…
27
Tue
Special Meeting
Interviewing finalist candidates for the position of Interim Superintendent of Schools.
15
Thu
Special Meeting
Hearing public comment regarding interim superintendent candidates, and for the School Committee to discuss and vote next steps in the process including School…
13
Tue
Special Meeting
School Committee Vote of Adoption of the FY 2022 Superintendent Budget, Adoption of the SY2021-2022 Cambridge Public Schools District Calendar, and a…
12
Mon
Curriculum & Achievement Sub-Committee
6
Tue
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to convene in Executive Session to discuss strategy for collective bargaining (CEA Units A&B, C, D and E; AFSCME Council 93, Local 1611;…
6
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Expansion of in-person learning · Approval SY2021-2022 Cambridge Public Schools District Calendar
18
items
1
Thu
Building & Grounds Sub-Committee
Discussing the health & safety working group discussions on expanded in-person learning preparations, the Tobin School construction project and a request from…
March
30
Tue
Special Meeting
School Committee Review of the FY 22 Proposed Budget
25
Thu
Special Meeting
Discussing the Ad-Hoc Superintendent Search Sub-Committee’s recommendations for candidates to move forward in the interview process for Interim Superintendent.
25
Thu
Budget Sub-Committee
Public Hearing on the FY 2022 Proposed Budget
24
Wed
Special Education and Students Support Sub-Committee
Discussing the information regarding spring MCAS implementation and accommodations, building empathy, and summer services for scholars with an IEPs/504
23
Tue
Special Meeting
School Committee Review of the FY 22 Proposed Budget
22
Mon
School Climate Sub-Committee
Discussing mental health and social emotional learning plans for SY 21-22
20
Sat
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion for the Ad Hoc Sub-Committee to convene in Executive Session to a preliminary screening of applicants for the position of Superintendent…
18
Thu
Special Meeting
17
Wed
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion for the Ad Hoc Sub-Committee to convene in Executive Session to conduct preliminary screening of applications for the position of…
16
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: JET Program · Expansion of in-person learning · Approval SY2021-2022 Cambridge Public Schools District Calendar
14
items
12
Fri
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion for the Ad Hoc Sub-Committee to convene in Executive Session to conduct a preliminary screening of applicants for the position of…
2
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Condolence Resolution on Zandy Bard · JET Program · Expansion of in-person learning
26
items
February
25
Thu
Special Meeting
Adopting any recommendations of the Ad-Hoc Superintendent Search Sub-Committee.
25
Thu
Special Education and Student Supports Sub-Committee
Discussing the information regarding Grid B and Grid C services, and what it will look like for 4th, 5th, upper, and high school scholars.
24
Wed
Governance Sub-Committee
Continuing to discuss the code of ethics of the School Committee
23
Tue
Ad-Hoc Superintendent Search Sub-Committee
Reviewing an Interim Superintendent job posting and discussing the selection process
12
Fri
Special Meeting
Specify the nature of the Superintendent Search, 2) Determine whether the district will oversee its own process or seek assistance from a consultant, and 3)…
11
Thu
Budget Community Meeting
9
Tue
Special Meeting
Preliminary discussion on the Superintendent’s Search Timeline
9
Tue
Roundtable Meeting of the School Committee and the City Council
Beginning preliminary discussions on the FY 22 School Department Budget
2
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Situation Room Update · JET Program · Early College · Expansion of in-person learning · Contract Award: Quadient Inc.: Postage Machine Leases
19
items
January
26
Tue
Special Meeting
Finalizing the FY 2022 Budget Guidelines
26
Tue
Hybrid Executive Session
Entertaining a motion to enter into Executive Session to discuss strategy for collective bargaining (CEA Units A&B, C, D and E; AFSCME Council 93, Local 1611;…
25
Mon
Buildings & Grounds Sub-Committee
Discussing the safety policies as part of the plan for expanding in-person learning and on-going review of the health metrics.
21
Thu
Special Education and Student Supports Sub-Committee
Discussing the re-opening plan for scholars receiving specialized services/education and OSS educators, including safety, in-person services, and additional…
19
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Proactive Education Motion · JET Program · Early College · Approval of the Expanded In-Person Learning Plan for Grades 4-12 Beginning March 1,…
17
items
14
Thu
Special Meeting- Budget Workshop
Discussing the FY 2022 Initial Budget and Enrollment Projections, Budget Process and Key Dates, and School Committee Budget Guidelines.
12
Tue
Special Meeting
Discussing the Superintendent’s proposed plan for expanding in-person learning for February
12
Tue
Curriculum & Achievement Sub-Committee
Discussing the successes, challenges, learnings, opportunities and needs of remote learning in CPSD this spring, looking ahead to the fall semester.
5
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: JET Program · Early College · Approval to Align School Opening and Closing with “Schools and Path to Zero” Framework
20
items
2020
(106 meetings · 271 agenda items)
December
22
Tue
Special Meeting
Discuss revisions to COVID-19 opening and closing metrics and vote on 1) a modification to the Safety and Facilities manual provision for 6 foot distancing for…
18
Fri
Buildings and Grounds Sub-Committee
Discussing safety policies as part of the plan for expanding in-person learning and ongoing review of the health metrics.
15
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: PHD Metric · Approval of CRLS Winter Sports Season for Swimming, Diving & Basketball SY2020-2021
8
items
11
Fri
Buildings and Grounds Sub-Committee
Discussing safety policies as part of the plan for expanding in-person learning and the health metrics to ensure they reflect the disproportionate risk of…
8
Tue
Roundtable
Discussing the opportunities and challenges of this exceptional year with all principals at the Upper Schools, CRLS, and HSEP.
4
Fri
Buildings and Grounds Sub-Committee
Discussing safety policies and the health metrics to ensure they reflect the disproportionate risk of COVID-19 to some communities and as part of the plan for…
2
Wed
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to convene in Executive Session for the purpose of hearing a Level III grievance (CEA Unit A and B) as part of collective bargaining as…
2
Wed
School Climate Sub-Committee
Discussing revisions to the elementary school check-in policy
1
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: School Principals Check ins · PHD Metric · Approval of CRLS Winter Sports Participation Schedule Proposal SY2020-2021
16
items
November
19
Thu
Buildings and Grounds Sub-Committee
Discussing safety policies and the health metrics to ensure they reflect the disproportionate risk of COVID-19 to some communities and as part of the plan for…
18
Wed
Special Education and Students Supports Sub-Committee
Discussing the reading level benchmark data, resources to scholars reading below grade level, dyslexia indicators, and professional development to educators.
18
Wed
Roundtable Meeting
Discussing ways that the disproportionate impact of COVID-19 on communities of color may be factored more explicitly into the CPS Re-opening Plan’s metrics.
17
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: School Closings · BLDGS and Grounds Daily Metrics · Day & Residential Program Services not Available From the Cambridge School Department
20
items
12
Thu
Special Meeting
Discussing proposed updated metrics for CPS re-opening plan and consider the calendared motion from Buildings and Grounds subcommittee on updated metrics.
10
Tue
Joint Roundtable Meeting between the City Council and the School Committee
Discussing the impact of COVID-19 on Cambridge Public Schools.
5
Thu
Special Meeting
To discuss and accept the Building and Grounds Sub-Committee recommendation to adopt updated metrics for CPS re-opening plan; and to consider a motion for the…
5
Thu
Governance Sub-Committee
Discussing the code of ethics of the School Committee and reviewing ways to support school councils
October
30
Fri
Buildings & Grounds Sub-Committee
Discussing the COVID-19 Safety & Facilities Manual and the health metrics of the reopening data dashboard.
29
Thu
Special Event with CPS Scholars and School Committee Members
28
Wed
Special Education and Student Supports Sub-Committee
Reviewing and discussing the OSS safety manual and OSS school coordination and collaboration.
27
Tue
Roundtable Meeting
Discussing the opportunities and challenges of this exceptional year with all elementary school principals.
20
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Day & Residential Program Services Not Available From the Cambridge School Department · Contract Award: CDW Government LLC: Instructional…
14
items
14
Wed
Curriculum and Achievement Sub-Committee
6
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Ratification of Vote Taken in Executive Session on September 29, 2020
16
items
September
30
Wed
Special Education and Student Supports Sub-Committee
Discussing the School Committee’s contingency motion for in-person services for scholars on an IEP and how accommodations are met/adjusted for remote scholars.
29
Tue
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to enter into executive session for hearing two Level III grievances (AFSCME 1611 and CEA Unit A) as part of collective bargaining and…
25
Fri
Special Meeting
Retreat with the Superintendent of Schools focusing on Operating Protocols and the School Committee Norms.
22
Tue
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to convene in Executive Session for hearing a Level III grievance (CEA Units A&B) as part of collective bargaining.
18
Fri
Buildings & Grounds Sub-Committee
Discussing the COVID-19 Safety & Facilities Manual, and the ventilation metrics and recommendations in particular.
16
Wed
Governance Sub-Committee Meeting
Discussing the code of ethics of the School Committee.
15
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: MCAS Moratorium · Power Standards · Childcare Options · Parent University · Approval of Private School-Ecole Francaise Greater Boston (EFGB)
22
items
10
Thu
School Climate Sub-Committee
Discussing social emotional and mental health supports for CPSD scholars in the 2020-21 school year.
8
Tue
Roundtable Meeting
Discussing the work of the Educator Collaboratives and the tools developed for educators for the launch of the 2020-21 school year.
3
Thu
Special Meeting
Discussing and voting on Superintendent Recommendations, including a recommendation for the CRLS students to participate in Athletics for the 2020-21 school…
3
Thu
Cancelled- Cancelled- Buildings & Grounds Sub-Committee Meeting
Discussing the COVID-19 Safety & Facilities Manual, and the ventilation metrics and recommendations in particular.
2
Wed
Cancelled- Cancelled- Governance Sub-Committee Meeting
Discussing the code of ethics of the School Committee.
August
27
Thu
Special Meeting
Reviewing and accepting the End-of-Cycle Summative Evaluation Composite Report for Dr. Kenneth Salim, Superintendent of Schools.
25
Tue
School Climate Sub-Committee
Discussing emergent proposals and plans for supporting CPSD scholars’ social, emotional and mental health in the 2020-21 school year.
24
Mon
Special Meeting
Discussing an evaluation of the Superintendent of Schools.
21
Fri
Buildings & Grounds Sub-Committee
Discussing the COVID-19 Safety & Facilities Manual and the ventilation audit/recommendations in particular
20
Thu
Special Meeting
Discussing 1) the distance learning report based on spring learning experiences, 2) plans for remote learning for the upcoming school year, 3) voting on…
18
Tue
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to convene in Executive Session to discuss strategy for collective bargaining (CEA Units A&B, C, D and E)
14
Fri
Buildings & Grounds Sub-Committee
Discuss the facilities plans in general and in response to the COVID-19 recovery plan in particular.
11
Tue
Joint Roundtable-Working Meeting- City Council and School Committee
6
Thu
Special Meeting
Voting on the Proposed Re-opening Model for the 2020-21 school year, before it is submitted to the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education on August…
5
Wed
Special Education and Students Supports Sub-Committee Meeting
Creating a space for families of Special education scholars to discuss concerns and hopes for the fall plan.
4
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Policies for the rights of black staff and scholars · Support of H. 4737 · Parent University
30
items
July
30
Thu
Curriculum & Achievement Sub-Committee
Discussing curriculum planning for the Fall, including remote, in-person and hybrid.
28
Tue
Special Meeting & Motion for Executive Session
Reviewing the preliminary reopening plans to be submitted to the Massachusetts Department of Elementary & Secondary Education for an in person learning model,…
24
Fri
Building & Grounds Sub-Committee
Continuing to discuss the facilities plans in general and in response to the COVID-19 recovery plan in particular.
23
Thu
Communications and Community Relations Sub-Committee Meeting
Discussing referred Motion #20-99 regarding establishing a “Caregiver University”.
21
Tue
Special Meeting
Discussing the Proposed Re-opening Models, Superintendent’s Recommendations, and School Committee Reports and Minutes.
17
Fri
Special Education and Students Supports Sub-Committee
Discussing what we learned from the Spring, and planning for the Fall, including remote, in-person and hybrid, with a focus on emerging models.
17
Fri
Curriculum and Achievement Sub-Committee
Discussing curriculum planning for the Fall, including remote, in-person and hybrid.
15
Wed
School Climate Sub-Committee
Discussing the Administration’s proposal for individual check-ins.
14
Tue
Special Meeting
Discussing CPSD’s three learning models for school re-openings in the fall: 1) an in-person model with safety-requirements, 2) a hybrid model, and 3) a…
13
Mon
Curriculum and Achievement Sub-Committee
Discussing curriculum planning for the Fall, including remote, in-person and hybrid.
9
Thu
Communications and Community Relations Sub-Committee
Discussing communications needs, opportunities and challenges this summer and coming academic year.
8
Wed
Building & Grounds Sub-Committee
To continue discussing the facilities plans in general and in response to the COVID-19 recovery plan in particular.
June
30
Tue
Special Meeting
Discussing and voting on Superintendent Recommendations, School Committee Official Minutes and any business specifically related to COVID-19.
30
Tue
Curriculum and Achievement Sub-Committee
Discussing curriculum planning for the Fall, including remote, in-person and hybrid, with a focus on emerging models.
23
Tue
Special Meeting
Discussing the School Committee summer calendar.
19
Fri
Buildings and Grounds Sub-Committee
Discuss the facilities plans in general and in response to the COVID-19 recovery plan in particular.
18
Thu
Cancelled- Special Meeting
For the purpose of a retreat with the Superintendent of Schools focusing on Operating Protocols and the School Committee Norms.
16
Tue
Special Meeting Meeting
Confirming the recommendations and appointments of the Assistant Superintendent of Elementary Education and the Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Education.
16
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Support of H. 4737 · Parent University · Approval to Waive the Cambridge Public Schools Student Meal Balances as of March 13, 2020
46
items
5
Fri
Buildings & Grounds Sub-Committee
Continuing to discuss the facilities plans in general and in response to the COVID-19 recovery plan in particular.
4
Thu
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to enter into executive session to discuss strategy for collecting bargaining (CEA Units A&B)
3
Wed
City Council Budget Hearing
Discuss the FY 2021 School Department Budget. School Committee Members and School Department administrators are requested to attend
2
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: FY19-20 General Fund Statutory Transfers · Day & Residential Program Services not Available From the Cambridge School Department
27
items
May
28
Thu
Special Meeting
Continuing the conversation about a COVID-19 recovery plan with a focus on special education supports and services
22
Fri
Governance Sub-Committee
Discussing the code of ethics of the School Committee.
22
Fri
Buildings & Grounds Sub-Committee
Discussing the facilities plans in general and in response to the COVID-19 recovery plan in particular.
19
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Budget Approval · SY2020- 2021 State School Choice Program- Recommendation for Non-Participation
8
items
14
Thu
Special Meeting
Continuing the conversation about a COVID-19 recovery and learning plan.
12
Tue
Special Meeting
Discussing the appeal to the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education regarding the determination of the last day of school for the…
7
Thu
Special Meeting
Engaging the community in a conversation about a COVID-19 plan, in light of the extended school closures and updated remote learning guidance provided by the…
5
Tue
Regular School Committee Meeting
On the agenda: Approval of Fiscal Year 2021 Recommended Budget
26
items
April
28
Tue
Budget Workshop
Discuss potential adjustments to the FY 2021 Proposed Budget.
17
Fri
Special Education and Student Support Sub-Committee
Build and strengthen partnerships with outside organizations and institutions – such as neighboring universities and OST groups that will; 2. Create an…
17
Fri
Curriculum and Achievement Sub-Committee
Discussing current Distance Learning Plan and discussing planning for the return to in-person learning and for the summer.
14
Tue
Special Meeting
Continuing the Public Hearing on the FY21 Proposed School Department Budget followed by a Budget Workshop.
9
Thu
School Climate Sub-Committee
Discussing social emotional support that students and families can expect from our schools as well as to share tips, strategies and resources for enduring this…
7
Tue
Executive Session
Entertaining a motion to convene in executive session to discuss strategy for collective bargaining (CEA Units A&B)
March
31
Tue
Special Meeting
Discussing COVID-19 Emergency Preparedness updates.
31
Tue
Budget Workshop
24
Tue
Cancelled- Cancelled- Roundtable Meeting
Continuing discussions on the FY 21 School Department budget
17
Tue
Cancelled- CANCELLED- Regular Meeting & Public Hearing on the FY21 Budget
On the agenda: Approval of SY2020-2021 Cambridge Public Schools District Calendar · Day & Residential Services not Available from The Cambridge School…
6
items
12
Thu
Special Meeting
The Superintendent’s presentation of the FY21 Proposed School Department Budget
3
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Day & Residential Services Not Available from the Cambridge School Department · Contract Award: Integration Partner: Telecommunication Services
11
items
3
Tue
Executive Session
Entertaining a motion to enter into Executive Session to discuss strategy for collective bargaining with CEA Units A&B
February
11
Tue
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to go into Executive Session to for the purposes of hearing Level III grievances with the CEA Units A&B and CEA Unit E as part of…
11
Tue
Roundtable Meeting
Beginning preliminary discussions on the FY 21 School Department budget.
6
Thu
Special Meeting
An update on the FY20-21 Budget Development.
4
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: FY19-20 General Fund Budget Statutory Transfers · Approval of Private: Allium Montessori Elementary School
6
items
4
Tue
Executive Session
Entertaining a motion to enter into Executive Session for discussing strategy for bargaining
1
Sat
Special Meeting
Retreat focusing on an overview of the District Wide Framework and the current goals and objectives for the district, School Committee Norms, Role of…
January
28
Tue
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to enter into Executive Session to discuss strategy for collective bargaining for the CEA Units A&B and Unit C
28
Tue
Budget Retreat
Reviewing input from Community Meetings on the Budget.
25
Sat
Budget Sub-Committee Meeting
21
Tue
Regular Meeting
Discussing any and all business that may properly come before the Committee.
10
items
21
Tue
Budget Sub-Committee Meeting
Community Meeting #1 inviting input from the Public and Staff on the FY 20-21 School Department Budget Priorities
14
Tue
Executive Session
Entertaining a motion to enter into Executive Session for discussing strategy for collective bargaining (CEA Units A&B) and discussing strategy for litigation
14
Tue
Budget Retreat
Discussing the FY2021 Initial Budget and Enrollment Projections.
7
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Advanced Learners Teacher · Day; Residential Program Services not Available From the Cambridge Public School Department
5
items
6
Mon
Organizational Meeting
2019
(76 meetings · 353 agenda items)
December
17
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Remedial Course Reimbursements · Roundtable on Upper Schools · New Montessori School · Minutes · Advanced Learners Teacher
11
items
10
Tue
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to enter into Executive Session for discussing strategy with respect to a Level III grievance heard as part of collective bargaining and…
10
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Remedial Course Reimbursements · Advanced Learners Teacher
7
items
3
Tue
Cancelled- Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Remedial Course Reimbursements · Advanced Learners Teacher
7
items
3
Tue
Cancelled- Executive Session
Entertaining a motion to enter into Executive Session for hearing a Level III CEA Unit C grievance and discussing strategy with respect to a Level III…
2
Mon
Roundtable Meeting
2
Mon
Roundtable
November
19
Tue
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to enter into Executive Session for hearing a Level III grievance (CEA Unit C) as part of collective bargaining and discussing strategy…
19
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Dyslexia Screening · Advanced Learners Teacher · Day & Residential Program Services not Available From the Cambridge Public School Department
13
items
12
Tue
Roundtable Meeting
Discussing co-teaching and inclusive practices
October
24
Thu
Athletic Eligibility Ad-Hoc Sub-Committee
Discussing the roll-out and current structure of the Athletic Eligibility Policy for the 19-20 school year and any other business regarding CRLS Athletics.
22
Tue
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to enter into Executive Session for discussing strategy for collective bargaining and litigation (CEA Units A, B, C and Unit E)
22
Tue
Roundtable Meeting
15
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Oppose Cannabis Dispensary near King Open · Report on Summer Reading Expectations · 9-12-19 Communication Sub-Committee Report · Summer Learning
30
items
1
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: PreK-gr. 2 Suspension Data Request · Attendance Violations Information Request · Create policy for earning HS Credit
18
items
1
Tue
Executive Session
Entertaining a motion to enter into Executive Session for considering the adoption of a proposed contract for Superintendent of Schools
September
27
Fri
Buildings and Grounds Sub-Committee
26
Thu
Governance Sub-Committee
Discussing recommendations that will improve the CPSD budget process, and to discuss the possibility of religious accommodations in the CPS Food Services…
24
Tue
Community Relations Sub-Committee
Continue discussion of Controlled Choice, School Committee outreach to school communities any other business to come before the Sub-Committee
17
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: School Names & Slavery Namesake Ties · 6-13-19 Report Community Relations Sub-Committee · Leveling Up · No funds for plastic water bottles ·…
22
items
12
Thu
Communication Sub-Committee
Reviewing the Social Media Policy, explore info-graphics design campaign to increase student awareness on district policies, and to discuss district…
10
Tue
Special Meeting
Retreat with the School Committee, the Superintendent of Schools and any other invited School District Senior Administrators focusing on Strategic Outcomes and…
3
Tue
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to convene in Executive Session for the purpose of contract negotiations with non-union personnel (Superintendent)
3
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: School Names & Slavery Namesake Ties · Leveling Up · Update on bldg. projects from old SC Orders · No funds for plastic water bottles · Dyselxia…
23
items
August
22
Thu
Special Meeting
Conducting and discussing an evaluation of the Superintendent of Schools
6
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Comm. Sub-Comm Social Media Policy 2nd Reading · Leveling Up · Dyslexia Screening · Update on bldg. projects from old SC Orders
30
items
June
18
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Leveling Up · Dyslexia Screening · Supt provide update of special education transportation · No funds for plastic water bottles
25
items
18
Tue
Executive Session
Entertaining a motion to enter into executive session to discuss collective bargaining and litigation strategy with respect to the CEA Units A&B Level III…
13
Thu
Community Relations Sub-Committee
Review updates on the district exit surveys, review ways to increase School Committee and community engagement, review the report on Controlled Choice and any…
13
Thu
Cancelled- School Climate Sub-Committee
Discussing the current climate within the CRLS athletic department.
13
Thu
Athletic Eligibility Ad-Hoc Sub-Committee
Discussing the new policy to be rolled out in the Spring and any other business that may come before the Sub-Committee.
4
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Leveling Up · Dyslexia Screening
50
items
4
Tue
Executive Session
Entertaining a motion to enter into Executive Session for hearing a Level III grievance filed by the Cambridge Education Association Units A&B as part of…
May
28
Tue
Roundtable Meeting
Discussing Inclusive Practices & Disproportionality in Special Education
21
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Leveling Up · Day & Residential Program Services not Available from the Cambridge School Department
13
items
20
Mon
Buildings and Grounds Sub-Committee
Reviewing the facilities policy, update on building plans, and to review status of past School committee Motions related to building plans for the upper schools
14
Tue
Roundtable Meeting
9
Thu
Cancelled- School Climate Sub-Committee
Discussing the current climate within the CRLS athletic department.
8
Wed
City Council Finance Committee
Public Hearing to discuss the FY 2020 School Department Budget. School Committee Members and School Department administrators are requested to attend.
8
Wed
Attendance Violation Policy Ad Hoc Sub-Committee
Discussing the CRLS Attendance Violation Policy
7
Tue
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to enter into executive session to discuss strategy for contract negotiations with non-union personnel
7
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Sub-Committee Meeting Times · External Audit of Level Up ELA Classes · SY2019/2020 State School Choice Program- Recommendation for…
22
items
April
30
Tue
Cancelled- Buildings & Grounds Sub-Committee
Review the facilities policy, an update on building plans and any other business that may properly come before the Sub-Committee
24
Wed
Special Education and Student Supports Sub-Committee
Discussing the student and parent experience of the Individual Education Plan (IEP) process and meetings.
23
Tue
Governance Sub-Committee
Reviewing and making recommendations to the CPSD School Committee Budget process and to discuss better governance practices for the CPSD School Committee
11
Thu
School Climate Sub-Committee
Discussing the work of the district’s Professional Development by the Educator Leaders for Equity
8
Mon
Communication Sub-Committee
Reviewing edits to the proposed CPSD Social Media Policy and other recommended agenda items for future meetings
2
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Policy Revisions by AV Policy Ad-Hoc Sub-committee · External Audit of Level Up ELA Classes · Fiscal Year 2020 Recommended Budget
25
items
2
Tue
Executive Session
Entertaining a motion to enter into executive session to discuss strategy for collective bargaining (Units A and B and Unit E)
March
27
Wed
Cancelled- Curriculum and Achievement Sub-Committee
Creating a uniformed, standardized way of ensuring that all students are transitioning from grade to grade with the necessary skills to begin the following…
27
Wed
Buildings and Grounds Sub-Committee
Discussing issues related to custodial services and permitting, district enrollment projections, facilities rental fees and any other business that may…
26
Tue
Special Meeting
Review of the proposed FY 2020 Budget and a discussion of potential revisions.
25
Mon
Special Education and Student Supports Sub-Committee
Discussing the District’s reading curriculum, Fundations, Multi-Tiered Student Supports, and reading interventions, including Reading Recovery.
21
Thu
Cancelled- Special Meeting
A review of the proposed FY 2020 Budget.
20
Wed
Buildings and Grounds Sub-Committee
To start discussions and identify issues related to custodial services and permitting issues as well as district enrollment projections
19
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Estimated Transportation Cost of Ending All Schools At Same Time · Day & Residential Program Services not Available from The Cambridge School…
11
items
14
Thu
Special Meeting
A review of the proposed FY 2020 Budget.
13
Wed
Roundtable Meeting- City Council and School Committee
Beginning preliminary discussions on the FY 20 School Department budget
12
Tue
Special Meeting
The Superintendent’s presentation of the FY 2020 Proposed School Department Budget to the School Committee.
5
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Approval of Proposal to Improve School Schedules To Advance Equity (Second Reading)
16
items
February
28
Thu
Cancelled- Special Education and Student Supports Sub-Committee Meeting
Discussing the District’s reading curriculum, Fundations, Multi-Tiered Student Supports, and reading interventions, including Reading Recovery
27
Wed
Cancelled- Curriculum & Achievement Sub-Committee Meeting
Creating a uniformed, standardized way of ensuring that all students are transitioning from grade to grade with the necessary skills to begin the following…
26
Tue
Roundtable-Working Meeting between the City Council and School Committee
Discussing plans for the Tobin/VLUS school design and construction process.
26
Tue
Athletic Eligibility Ad-Hoc Sub-Committee Meeting
Discussing the new policy to be rolled out in the spring season
14
Thu
Budget Sub-Committee Meeting
Public Hearing inviting input from the Public on the FY 20 School Department Budget Priorities
12
Tue
Cancelled- Roundtable Meeting
Beginning preliminary discussions on the FY 20 School Department budget
6
Wed
Communications Sub-Committee
Reviewing draft social media policy for the district and discuss internal communications between the CPS Administration team and the School Committee.
5
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: Approval of Proposal to Improve School Schedules To Advance Equity (First Reading)
15
items
2
Sat
Cancelled- Budget Sub-Committee Meeting
Public Hearing inviting the input from the Public regarding the FY 2020 School Department Budget Priorities
January
30
Wed
Curriculum & Achievement Sub-Committee Meeting
Creating a uniformed, standardized way of ensuring that all students are transitioning from grade to grade with the necessary skills to begin the following…
29
Tue
Special Meeting
29
Tue
Budget Sub-Committee Meeting
Public Hearing inviting input from the Public on the FY 20 School Department Budget Priorities
22
Tue
Roundtable Meeting
22
Tue
Budget Sub-Committee Meeting
Public Hearing inviting the input of Educators and Members of the Community regarding the FY 2020 School Department Budget Priorities
15
Tue
Special Meeting
Entertaining a motion to enter into executive for the purposes of discussing litigation/arbitration and collective bargaining strategy (AFSCME, Council 93,…
15
Tue
Regular Meeting
On the agenda: SC and Adminstration consider listed data for budget needs · FY18-19 General Fund Budget Statutory Transfers
15
items