Mass. Association of School Committees
Join MASC Rural Schools Committee co-chairs Jessica Corwin and Martha Thurber for a look at the challenges facing rural schools – those that are unique and those common to all districts. This workshop will present a brief history of the fight for rural school equity in Massachusetts, review the findings of multiple commissions and reports on...
Join us for an informative session on the evolving landscape of collective bargaining. This Learning Lunch will cover key trends shaping negotiations, recent legal and policy developments, and essential guidance for school committees navigating the bargaining process. Leading the discussion is Elizabeth Valerio of Valerio Dominello & Hillman, LLC. With extensive experience representing school committees...
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 School...
Save the Date! Members of Vocational-Technical School Committees from across the state (MASC Division VIII) have a cluster meeting scheduled for Saturday, March 15th at 9:30am at Tri-County Regional in Franklin. Agenda MASC Division VIII Updates A presentation from the Tri-County Building Committee: a comprehensive overview of the MSBA application process and the current status...
Are you feeling overwhelmed this year? Sometimes serving on a school committee can feel like a lot! Fortunately, you are not alone. Join colleagues from Division IV for a Lunchtime Zoom Roundtable Discussion about some of the biggest topics facing school committee members today. Breakout rooms to discuss the biggest challenges facing school committee members....
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 School...
With the many difficult decisions School Committee Members have to make, what are best practices for dealing with public outcry? How do we manage challenging public comment periods, an influx of e-mails, social media accusations, requests for comments from the press? Join us for an interactive discussion on how to handle public engagement during a...
Join us for an in-person Division III meeting on Thursday, April 10, at 6:30 PM 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...
Join us for a deep dive into Chapter 70! This session will provide an overview of how the formula works, what factors impact each district’s allocation, and how recent policy changes and budget proposals may affect your community. Whether you're new to school finance or looking for a refresher, this session will help you better...
MASC’s annual legislative day at the State House is scheduled for Tuesday, May 6, 2025. Please join the MASC Team as we review what to expect at Day on the Hill, advocacy techniques, and our legislative priorities for the year.