The Souhegan Cooperative School Board approved the guiding coalition's recommendation to hire G&D Associates for the strategic futures project, effective immediately. The motion passed.
The board unanimously passed a motion to accept consent agenda items one, three, and four. A motion to accept consent agenda item two, draft minutes for August 20, 2026, passed with one abstention.
Regarding facilities, the board noted new Director James McCain will contribute to refreshing the capital improvement plan and discussed moving certain predictable expenses, like painting and carpet replacement, from the operating budget to capital reserve funding. The board also addressed a resolution to an electrical grounding issue.
Miss Grunt requested guidance on whether to present findings from the town-wide CIP program to the SAU board or the Souhegan board; the four chairs will discuss the timing of this presentation to avoid conflicts with the budget-heavy meeting schedule.
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The Amherst School Board unanimously voted 5-0 to pursue Option A for the Wilkins School renovation project. This option features a gym addition located closer to the front entrance and cafeteria, allowing for shared facilities, and consolidates the building footprint to preserve rear field space. The estimated project cost is approximately $33 million, with a "$50 million anchor" including bond interest mentioned by a speaker. If a bond passes next year, construction would target 2029 for completion in phases, starting with the gym and classroom wing. The board approved sending next step instructions to Banwell Architects to proceed with schematic design development for Option A. The meeting concluded with a unanimous vote to enter non-public session.
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The Mont Vernon School Board addressed ongoing busing disruptions with contractor STA. SPEAKER_8 apologized for the service issues, citing late route information and unprepared STA offices. To resolve this, SPEAKER_12 stated a dedicated staff member coordinates daily with STA, and late notices are sent to parents. MB3, a problematic route, now has a consistent driver. The Board discussed the lack of GPS navigation for drivers, despite operational tracking in the contract, and requested cost information to potentially mandate GPS units. Regarding policy, the Board held a first reading for several items but took no action, waiting for a second reading. The Board heard public complaints about late buses. SPEAKER_12 confirmed that a "20 minutes late" notice indicates arrival approximately five minutes after the scheduled pickup time.Finally, the Board approved draft meeting minutes from August 19 and August 20, 2026, and adjourned.
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On August 20, 2026, the SAU 39 Board addressed policy updates and budget matters. The board appointed Dan McCer to the SAU 39 budget committee via motion and second. Policy JFAB, concerning open enrollment, was presented for introduction before moving to individual district boards for final approval. Several policies were sent to district boards for updates: Policy DF's review date was approved for update, while first reads included policies EPB (school safety), C policies, and E safety policies, all involving minor wording changes. The board approved the consent agenda, which included draft minutes from May and June and a budget transfer request, with Mr. White making the motion. The meeting concluded with the group breaking out into individual district sessions and subsequently beginning a retreat.
The Amherst School Board amended and approved June 22 draft minutes by roll call (Beam, Oakley, White: all yes). July 6 draft minutes were approved by roll call with Gold and Frank in favor; White abstained as he was not present. For open enrollment, the board completed a first read of policy JFA, aligning with the district's decision to accept one non-resident student. Implementation will coordinate with Mont Vernon and Souhegan for consistency. An Aspen Ridge Communications filmer portfolio was presented for informational purposes only (no spending approved). The board entered non-public session under RSA 91-A:3, II(c), (e), and (k), and subsequently approved a "best interest" placement. Summer work updates noted the window repair project and roofing at AMS are scheduled for completion by the start of school. Dave Fultz begins as Superintendent July 26. The next policy meeting is scheduled for Friday.
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