Westborough School Committee Goals 2023-2024
Maintain Academic Excellence
● Review and utilize student achievement data, including MCAS, to monitor academic
progress and identify areas for growth and improvement.
● Monitor and maintain rigorous curriculum Standards, including assessment of inclusion
and co-teaching practices, as well as Universal Design for Learning (UDL) strategies that
promote achievement for all students.
● Increase capacity of staff to recognize and respond to bias and continue programming to
address diversity, equity, and inclusion.
● Maintain implementation of social emotional learning programming and support
strategies that ensure a positive and productive learning environment for all students
and staff.
● Continue to provide a safe and equitable environment for students and teachers to
thrive
Governance and Policy
● Review, approve, and maintain proactive and aligned policies to support student success
and academic excellence in conjunction with the Massachusetts Association of School
Committees (MASC) and Massachusetts General Law.
● Enforce polices to ensure a level playing field for all students
● Assure that policies and procures remain accessible to parents and students
● Monitor implementation of the district’s strategic Plan
Fiscally Responsible Budgeting
● Ensure all budgetary decisions are data driven to provide for the success of all students
including Special Education and English language learners, in the district while
maintaining fiscal responsibility.
● Ensure the budget adequately supports the district’s mission, vision and goals and
secures necessary resources, as identified by the Superintendent, to implement the
district-wide strategic plan.
● Continue to maintain buildings and grounds to help prevent large unforeseen
repairs and expenses
○ Work with municipal officials in support of town financial planning and in concert
with the town’s approved financial policies.
Communication
● Promote student and school activities, happenings and accomplishments through
available communication channels.
● Include teaching and learning highlights and student recognitions at scheduled school
committee meetings.
● Update parents and the community on facility needs and projects.
● Provide transparent, clear and consistent communication on all school issues with the
community about the budget process and about opportunities to provide input.
● Maintain collaborative relations with legislative leaders.
● Review as necessary means and methods to receive information from the community
associated with the responsibilities of the School Committee
2022-2023
2021-2022
2020-2021
2019-2020
2018-2019
2017-2018
2016-2017
2015-2016