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Mansfield School Committee Meeting
Minutes for Tuesday, January 13,2026 1-f f_
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An Open Meeting of the Mansfield School Committee was held on Tuesday, Japary,13, 2026/in fir, orF %AB of the
Town Hall. The open meeting session was called to order by Chair Jenn Wais4i 6 b9/p.m.
Members Present: Administration Present:
Jenn Walsh, Chair Michelle McKeon, Superintendent `
Jenifer Sellon, Vice Chair Amy Bright, Assistant Superintendent of Teaching & Learning
Lynn Cavicchi Jessica Davis, Assistant Superintendent Student Services
Diane Ready Matthew Violette, Director of Finance and Operations
Open position
Members Absent:
none
The chair asked for a motion to enter into Executive Session under Exception No. No. 3. To discuss strategy
with respect to collective bargaining or litigation if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on
the bargaining or litigating position of the public body and the chair so declares regarding:
Mansfield Educators Association Flex Block Agreement
Paraprofessionals Association Memorandum of Agreement for extra -curricular pay rates
Mansfield Educators Association Negotiations update
Motion by: Jenifer Sellon / Lynn Cavicchi
ROLL CALL Vote:
Jenifer Sellon
aye
Jenn Walsh
aye
Diane Ready
aye
Lynn Cavicchi
aye
Motion Carries 4— 0
Return from Executive Session at 6:32 pm.
Public Speak: None
Administrative Reports:
Superintendent McKeon announced that the Mansfield Educators Association and the School Committee have
come to an agreement to continue with the Mansfield High School Flex Block moving forward.
Assistant Superintendent Jessica Davis announced that the Paraprofessionals Association and the School
Committee have come to an agreement regarding pay for extra -curricular student activities.
Director of Finance and Operations Matthew Violette provided an update on the FY27 budget process. The
TriBoard provided new guidance to meet a $5 million deficit. The school district has gone back and met with every
principal in order to identify potential cuts. The revised budget will be presented to the Budget Subcommittee on
1/29.
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Approved 1.27-26
Mansfield School Committee Meeting
Minutes for Tuesday, January 13, 2026
In Person room 3AB and Virtually using GoToWebinar
New Business:
Consideration of Field Trip• MHS Percussion Group to Toms River, NJ
Band Director Justin DeJoy presented this trip. In order to qualify for the Dayton World Competition in April, we
must attend this qualifying meet. The students will depart MHS on Friday after School and return on Sunday
evening. He broke down the itinerary and cost information. The net cost for each student is approximately $300.
Motion to approve the MHS Percussion Field Trip to Toms River, NJ by Jen Sellon / Diane Ready
Motion carries 4 — 0.
Consideration of Field Trip: MHS Percussion Group to Dayton, OH
Band Director Justin DeJoy presented this trip. The Dayton World Competition in April is the most anticipated trip
for our Percussion Group. The students will depart MHS early Wednesday morning and return late Saturday night.
He broke down the itinerary and cost information. The net cost for each student is approximately $1,200 however
costs can be offset by fund raisers. Students and chaperones will travel by coach bus but while in Ohio,
coordinators will rent a car for any needed errands or emergencies.
Lynn Cavicchi asked who rents the car? Is it the district or Justin? She is concerned with liability. Matt Violette will
look into this and respond.
Diane Ready asked if scholarship were available? Yes, we have never excluded a student who could not afford to
pay. Students or families can reach out to Justin.
Motion to approve the MHS Percussion Field Trip to Dayton, OH by Jen Sellon / Diane Ready
Motion carries 4 — 0.
Consideration of 2026-27 District Fees
Director Matt Violette began by letting school committee know that The District does not foresee significant fee
changes; however, as budget development continues, we reserve the right to revisit fees and will re -approach
School Committee with any changes. Summary information for FY27:
QMS Activities (Cross Country and Color Guard) will increase from $150 to $200 per session per an agreed
upon vote in FY25.
Summer School rates for non-resident were removed, discount for a second course was removed.
However, the entire Summer School process is being reviewed and changes to rates may apply.
Lynn Cavicchi reminded the district of the following: Food Services fees need to be reviewed every summer after
the Feds announce their annual fee recommendations. Summer School rates and changes to Summer Camp need
to be looked at early enough for publications in the spring. Diane Ready asked who pays for the bus. All students
grades 7 —12, Students under 2 miles for K — 6. Fees adjusted for families receiving state aid.
Motion to approve the FY26 District Fees as proposed by Jen Sellon / Diane Ready
Motion carries 4 — 0.
School Committee Business:
To replace Steve Schoonveld, Jen Sellon volunteered to be on the audit committee if the need arises for a meeting.
This will be reconsidered when a new person is appointed to the committee on January 27r".
In the fall, Superintendent McKeon recommended a list of indicators to be used for her evaluation. These were
developed based on DESE recommendations and the current needs of the District.
Diane Ready asked how the committee will evaluate ensuring instructional practices if they are not in the
classroom to witness. Michelle will create a grid and provide evidence for each indicator. The committee can
request more information if needed. Lynn Cavicchi asked for the timeline for this year. The committee and
Michelle discussed options to manage the changes in members. Should the evaluation take place prior to the
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Approved 1-27.26
Mansfield School Committee Meeting
Minutes for Tuesday, January 13, 2026
In Person room 3AB and Virtually using GoToWebinar
At 7:16 p.m., Chair Walsh called for a motion to adjourn.
Motion to adjourn by Jenifer Sellon / Lynn Cavicchi
Motion Passes 4 - 0
Respectfully Submitted,
Diane Nugent, Administrative Assistant to
Superintendent & School Committee
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