Regional School Committee hires interim special education director.
The Amherst-Pelham Regional School Committee appointed Joan Smith as interim director of special education through June 30, 2026. The superintendent recommended the appointment, and Chair Sarahbess Kenney moved to approve with Vice Chair William Sherr seconding. The committee voted 6 yes, 0 no,
Amherst-Pelham Regional School Committee · Meeting of April 14, 2026
AMHERST — The Amherst-Pelham Regional School Committee appointed Joan Smith as interim director of special education through June 30, 2026. The superintendent recommended the appointment, and Chair Sarahbess Kenney moved to approve with Vice Chair William Sherr seconding. The committee voted 6 yes, 0 no, with 3 abstentions from Bridget Hynes, Andrew Hart, and Rachel Figurasmith.
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Source: the Amherst-Pelham Regional School Committee meeting of April 14, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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