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The Boston School Committee previewed an all-day cellphone ban and approved $787,501 for custodian raises. Superintendent Mary Skipper said the device policy, covering phones, tablets and smartwatches, could begin "the first day of the 2027-2028 school year," pending a January 2027 vote.
Boston School Committee advances Madison Park's 1,800-student rebuild plan.
Boston School Committee approves AI policy, decade-old OAG update, and two private schools at a June 10 marathon session.
Boston School Committee approves $22.8 million supplemental budget request and rejects school choice program for a 32nd consecutive year.
BOSTON -- April 15, 2026, Boston School Committee votes 6-0 to pursue state grant for Melvin H. King South End Academy renovation. The committee authorized a Massachusetts School Building Authority Statement of Interest application
Boston School Committee votes 6-1 to close four schools serving predominantly Black and Latino students, effective 2027.
Boston School Committee hears overwhelming opposition to proposed closure of four small schools ahead of a December 17 vote.
Boston School Committee receives closure proposals for three schools, approves $18.7 million in federal grants.
Boston School Committee approves exam school admissions overhaul on 4-2 vote.
Boston School Committee extends Superintendent Skipper's contract through 2030 and approves $51 million in grants.
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