School Committee maintains start times despite Amethyst Brook construction
Amherst School Committee voted to maintain current start times for 2026-27 school year. Laura Jane Hunter moved that any future changes require extensive research, community input, and a formal process; the motion passed with Vice Chair Bridget Hynes supporting and member Sarah Marshall opposed.
Amherst School Committee Meeting · Meeting of October 13, 2026
Amherst School Committee voted to maintain current start times for 2026-27 school year. Laura Jane Hunter moved that any future changes require extensive research, community input, and a formal process; the motion passed with Vice Chair Bridget Hynes supporting and member Sarah Marshall opposed. Superintendent Dr.
Z recommended waiting for a transportation efficiency study amid six months of disruption from Fort River demolition at Amethyst Brook. The committee accepted approximately $856.30 in gifts to school discretionary and scholarship funds.
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Source: the Amherst School Committee Meeting meeting of October 13, 2026, compiled from the official minutes.
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