School Committee approves six learning assistants, finalizes strategic plan
School Committee · Meeting of August 24, 2026
Weston Schools approve six new learning assistants in the district's largest staffing request of this kind. Director Martha Bakken told the School Committee that Individual Education Program needs shifted over the summer, requiring the additional support positions. Member Kenneth Newberg agreed the request represents an unprecedented staffing addition for Weston.
The Committee also finalized the 2026-2031 Strategic Plan, establishing metrics for student academic growth, extracurricular participation, and school safety culture. Superintendent Dr. Karen Zaleski reported the district did not receive a $227,900 competitive PRISM grant for English Language Arts curriculum or a $30,000 genocide education grant, though administration reallocated operating budget funds to continue both academic initiatives.
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Source: the School Committee meeting of August 24, 2026, reported from the official video recording and transcript.
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