School Committee

Ayer School Committee ratifies three union contracts covering staff through 2029. At a brief July 2 meeting, the committee voted unanimously to approve 2026-2029 collective bargaining agreements for clerical, custodial, and paraprofessional employees.

Ayer-Shirley School Committee unanimously approves $651,949 E&D transfer to wipe out FY25 general fund deficit.

Ayer-Shirley School Committee authorizes up to $500,000 in reserve funds to close FY26 budget.

Ayer-Shirley School Committee approves 2026-27 meeting calendar and hears three student showcases.

Ayer-Shirley School Committee rescheduled its next meeting to March 17 to beat the state's 45-day budget certification deadline.

Ayer-Shirley Regional School District is projecting double-digit assessment increases for FY27, with Ayer facing an 11.9 percent hike and Shirley a 14.7 percent increase. Superintendent Dr.

Ayer-Shirley Regional School Committee ratifies teacher contract and earmarks $300,000 for high school fields project.

Ayer-Shirley Regional School Committee ratifies teacher contract and earmarks $300,000 for high school fields project.