Mass. Association of School Committees
Join us for a timely Legal Learning Lunch exploring the recent Mahmoud decision and its implications for school districts. This session will provide an overview of the case, its impact on parental rights when parent’s raise objections to curriculum based upon their religious beliefs and what the ruling means for local school committees and administrators...
You are invited to join the second session of a new series of equity-centered Lunch and Learn webinars sponsored and facilitated by Division X. This series is open to all members and is especially valuable for those seeking to strengthen their capacity to govern with clarity, purpose, and equity at the center. Many school committees...
Join MASC as we host an informal conversation for all of our membership to gain a comprehensive understanding of the resolutions to be considered at the upcoming MASC Delegate Assembly. To prepare for the meeting, you can learn more about the resolutions on our website here. The team will provide an in-depth analysis of each resolution and...
Subcommittees can be powerful tools for school committees when used thoughtfully and in compliance with the Open Meeting Law. This Learning Lunch will provide a practical overview of Subcommittees, including how subcommittees are properly formed, what meeting and posting requirements apply, and how they differ from advisory groups or individual member assignments. Participants will also...
Hosted by Division X, this Learning Lunch is open to all members and serves as the first session in a two-part series. Each session stands alone, and attendees are welcome to participate in one or both. Dr. Darnisa Amante-Jackson will host a dynamic and interactive Lunch and Learn for MASC members on January 23rd from...
New Member Onboarding - Your first meeting as a School Committee Member can be overwhelming. Join us to talk about effective new member onboarding and share your best practices to help your new members hit the ground running. MASC staff will share the requirements, our resources, and the resources of your fellow committee members from...
School committee members play a critical role in shaping district budgets, even if they aren’t responsible for drafting them. This Learning Lunch will walk participants through the school committee’s role in the budgeting process, key decision points throughout the fiscal year, and how to ask the right questions to ensure alignment with district priorities and...
Join us for an important conversation about the growing movement to make personal finance a graduation requirement in Massachusetts public schools. As students prepare for life beyond high school, they face increasingly complex financial decisions—from student loans and credit cards to budgeting, taxes, and long-term savings. Cohosted by the Financial Empowerment Network, this Learning Lunch...
Join MASC staff for a timely update on key education-related legislation as the formal legislative session draws to a close in the coming months. This Learning Lunch will highlight MASC’s current advocacy priorities, what remains in play on Beacon Hill, and where school committee voices can still have the greatest impact. The session will also...
Join your colleagues from across the Commonwealth for 70 Minutes on Chapter 70! This session will provide on how education funding works (and doesn’t!) in Massachusetts. We’ll review how the formula works, what factors impact each district’s allocation, what “hold harmless” means, and more. Whether you’re new to school finance or looking for a refresher, this session...
The Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) process can feel complex, but school committees play a critical role at every stage. This Learning Lunch will walk participants through the MSBA process with a focus on the responsibilities, decision points, and best practices for school committees. Attendees will gain a clearer understanding of governance versus management, how...
Please join MASC staff and current Chairs for Chair Chat - an informal discussion between chairs and aspiring chairs about the ins and outs of all things Role of the Chair. We will also talk about how you can start a Chair Chat group in your area!