Student panel discusses class selection and mental health pressures
Weston Student Advisory Committee examines academic pressure and mental health issues surrounding course selection. Four student members convened with School Committee member Daina Selvig and faculty advisor Erin McCarthy to discuss these challenges in advanced course selection. Selvig reported on
School Committee · Meeting of March 12, 2026
Weston Student Advisory Committee examines academic pressure and mental health issues surrounding course selection. Four student members convened with School Committee member Daina Selvig and faculty advisor Erin McCarthy to discuss these challenges in advanced course selection. Selvig reported on an ongoing review of the sports substitution policy, which may expand eligibility to include students in organized sports outside school, contingent on Office of Teaching and Learning exploration of a verified process.
The committee approved prior meeting minutes and heard updates on school budget approval and Weston Education Association negotiations.
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Source: the School Committee meeting of March 12, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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