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reporting the outcome of the transportation decision

At the July 30 School Committee meeting, the board approved $67,500 to add a second middle school bus for the 2026-27 school year. This follows a policy misapplication that left several 7th and 8th graders without transportation. https://meetingwatch.org/ma/watertown/school-committee/2026-07-30/ #MeetingWatch #WatertownMA

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flagging upcoming decisions that will impact families

The School Committee is moving toward 'a la carte' busing and changes to school start times. These discussions are slated for the 2027-28 budget season. Residents should prepare to weigh in on how these changes impact student... https://meetingwatch.org/ma/watertown/school-committee/2026-07-30/ #MeetingWatch #WatertownMA

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highlighting the need for better communication and the shift in transit expectations

During the 7/30 meeting, members noted that the district needs to 'over-communicate' regarding big changes. After a policy error left middle schoolers without buses, the board is now looking at shifting more responsibility to... https://meetingwatch.org/ma/watertown/school-committee/2026-07-30/ #MeetingWatch #WatertownMA

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A policy error left several Watertown middle schoolers without transportation. Here is how the School Committee responded at their July 30 meeting. 🧵 #MeetingWatch #WatertownMA

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The Superintendent reported that a misapplication of busing policy regarding 6th graders caused 7th and 8th graders living further away to be overlooked. To fix this, the board approved $67,500 for a second middle school bus for the 2026-27 school year.

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Looking ahead, the board is discussing 'a la carte' busing options and potential changes to school start times. These topics will be revisited during the 2027-28 budget season. Expect these decisions to directly impact your morning routine.

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Committee members also emphasized that the district must do a better job of communicating changes to parents and educating students on using public transit. Stay tuned as these transportation policies continue to evolve. https://meetingwatch.org/ma/watertown/school-committee/2026-07-30/

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At the July 30 School Committee meeting, the board addressed a significant issue regarding middle school transportation. The Superintendent revealed that a misapplication of current busing policy regarding 6th graders resulted in 7th and 8th graders living further away being overlooked for transportation services.

To resolve this, the board voted to approve the purchase of a second middle school bus for the 2026-2027 school year, at a net cost of approximately $67,500 using revolving funds. During the discussion, committee members emphasized the need for the district to 'over-communicate' with families when making major changes to ensure parents aren't caught off guard.

Looking forward, the committee is beginning to weigh future shifts in transportation policy. Discussions regarding 'a la carte' busing options and the impact of potential school start time changes are expected to resurface during the 2027-2028 budget season. Residents should keep a close eye on these upcoming budget discussions, as they will likely change how students get to school. https://meetingwatch.org/ma/watertown/school-committee/2026-07-30/ #MeetingWatch #WatertownMA