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Meeting report · School Committee Upcoming

School Committee — July 9, 2026

WhenThu, July 9, 2026 · 10:00 AM–11:30 AM
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Committee reviews numerous student health, safety, and financial policies during July meeting

The School Committee will review a large volume of policies for potential approval. These include student health and safety protocols regarding physical restraint, medication administration, life-threatening allergies, and communicable diseases. Additionally, the board will consider policies regarding universal free school meals, meal charge policies, and student fees.

Following the policy review, John Bellaire will present a Safe Schools Resolution. The meeting will also include updates on Capital Planning and the EFPBC, as well as a vote to approve contracts for District Child Care, Hardware, and FSMC. The session will conclude with an executive session to discuss negotiation strategies for nonunion personnel and the Winchester Educators Association.

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Items scheduled for discussion, from the posted agenda.
  1. 1
    Approval of physical restraint and medical procedures policies
  2. 2
    Approval of universal free school meals and meal charge policies
  3. 3
    Presentation of Safe Schools Resolution
  4. 4
    Approval of District Child Care, Hardware, and FSMC contracts
  5. 5
    Strategy sessions regarding negotiations with the Winchester Educators Association

Why this matters

Residents should note the significant updates to student health, safety, and nutrition policies that govern daily school operations. The committee is also preparing for upcoming collective bargaining negotiations with school staff, which may impact future labor agreements.

Brief generated from the posted agenda by litellm::gemma-4-26b on 2026-07-07. Not a substitute for attending or watching the meeting.

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