Mass. Association of School Committees
Join Division VIII for a special meeting as we unveil the winning design of our lapel pin contest. After reviewing a range of creative and thoughtful submissions, we are excited to recognize the selected design that will represent Division VIII moving forward. This session will highlight the inspiration behind the winning entry, acknowledge participants, and...
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...
Join your fellow Division VIII members for a regional cluster meeting hosted at Whittier Tech beginning at 9 AM. This gathering provides an opportunity for school committee members to connect with colleagues, share updates from across the division, and discuss issues and initiatives impacting districts in our region. *Note: specific agenda and details will be...
As we prepare to address state financial aid to school districts, join us for a timely discussion on the key issues we must bring before the Legislature during House and Senate deliberations—and the inevitable conference committee process that follows. This is an opportunity to share ideas, exchange information, and discuss effective strategies to ensure your...
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...
The hallmark of an effective school committee is how well its members understand their roles and the issues they need to address in these challenging times. This training program, developed and presented by the MASC Academy for School Leadership, is designed to introduce new and aspiring school committee members to the Eight Key Components of...
Join us for an in-person Division III meeting on Thursday, May 14th, at 6PM at Southeastern Regional. This meeting will feature a legislative update with state legislators, providing valuable insights into key education policy discussions. Dinner will be served. This is a great opportunity to connect with fellow school committee members, hear directly from legislators, and discuss issues impacting our...
The hallmark of an effective school committee is how well its members understand their roles and the issues they need to address in these challenging times. This training program, developed and presented by the MASC Academy for School Leadership, is designed to introduce new and aspiring school committee members to the Eight Key Components of...
On May 20th, Division V of the Massachusetts Association of School Committees (MASC), working alongside collaborating Divisions I, IV, VI, and VII, is pleased to present A Briefing on Funding and State Graduation Standards (Virtual 6-7pm EST) School committees across the Commonwealth could be facing a perfect fiscal storm of budgeting with the additional issue...
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!
The hallmark of an effective school committee is how well its members understand their roles and the issues they need to address in these challenging times. This training program, developed and presented by the MASC Academy for School Leadership, is designed to introduce new and aspiring school committee members to the Eight Key Components of...
Join your fellow Division VIII members for a regional cluster meeting hosted at Keefe Tech. This gathering provides an opportunity for school committee members to connect with colleagues, share updates from across the division, and discuss issues and initiatives impacting districts in our region. *Note: specific agenda and details will be shared as we get...