Connie Barr Ends Campaign from School Committee
March 24, 2025 • At the end of her sixth term on the committee, Barr announced Sunday she would no longer seek reelection. After 18...
Surveys Indicate Parent-Student Disconnect on Cell Phones
March 19, 2025 • Following research and feedback from the school community, administrators suggested how different grade levels could manage phone use in their schools....
A Crowded Race for Needham School Committee
March 17, 2025 • In a highly contested race for School Committee, three incumbents will defend their seats against three challengers vying to join the...
Budget Restraints Impact School Staffing
January 31, 2025 • Needham Public Schools prepare to reduce staff to compensate for an anticipated $2.25 million budget shortfall. After wrestling with the numbers...
School Dept Wrestles with Incomplete Budget Picture
January 16, 2025 • After hearing from the Needham Town Manager, and facing hard decisions on next year’s budget, the Needham School Committee will postpone...
Budget Process Begins for School Department
December 20, 2024 • Town boards are wrapping up business for 2024, but the Needham School Committee is preparing their wish list for 2025 and...