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Handbooks Passed, Absentee Policy Changes Not Present
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Handbooks Passed, Absentee Policy Changes Not Present

May 21, 2026 • The School Committee approved updated handbooks that included guidelines around physical restraint and timeout policies, as newly recommended by the state,...

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Cameron Morsberger
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Addressing Absenteeism Through Policy
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Addressing Absenteeism Through Policy

March 5, 2026 • The effectiveness of the credit system is being put to the test at Needham High School, with the hope of promoting...

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Melissa Marchese
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