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The Superintendent, in her first meeting, presented a report, entry plan, and goals for the 2026-2027 school year. The committee approved the consent agenda, including a $64.43 donation to Gloucester High School, approved the Superintendent's seat on the Northshore Education Consortium Board, and approved acceptance of three grants totaling $173,091.

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THE GLOUCESTER PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Our mission is for all students to be successful, engaged, lifelong learners.

School Committee Meeting Minutes

Wednesday, August 12, 2026 Gloucester High School Library and via Zoom 32 Leslie O. Johnson Road, Gloucester, MA 01930 6:00 p.m.

Members Present - Kathleen Clancy, Chairperson - William Melvin, Vice Chairperson (Arrived at 6:26 pm) - Heather Dagle - Andrea Liacos - Paul Lundberg, Mayor (via Zoom) - Melissa Teixeira Prince

Administration Present - Amy Pasquarello, Superintendent - Catherine Tucker, Assistant Superintendent

Also Present - Cyndy Taymore (Superintendent Pasquarello's Mentor and Coach)

Members Absent - Laura Wiessen, Secretary

This meeting was conducted with the School Committee in person and the public participating in person and remotely via Zoom.

I. CALL TO ORDER – Chairperson Clancy called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m. and stated the mission of the Gloucester Public Schools.

Effective August 16, 2023, the public is welcome to attend meetings in person. Alternatively, the public may attend through the Zoom link provided on the agenda. The meeting notice will reflect if the meeting is via Zoom only. As the recent amendments to the Open Meeting Law allow, the School Committee may continue to hold meetings remotely. Please note the in-person meeting will not be suspended or terminated if technological problems interrupt the remote connection. If you are calling in on a phone, you can press Star 9 (*9) to request to speak. If you are watching on a computer or device, there is a "raise hand" button that you can tap or press to request to speak. Please use either of these options during Oral Communications to be recognized to speak.

See below link to the meeting recording: https://gloucester-ma-gov.zoom.us/rec/share/8jEPXorD99oY-keVQ9l6Xdr3FmRVWHTwPxhPjgwQzocHq9zBSXT0CGIeam7_MBaJ.3gNio5qiOEhhj0-m

II. SALUTE TO THE FLAG/MOMENT OF SILENCE

III. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — None

IV. COMMENTS FROM THE CHAIRPERSON — None

V. RECOGNITIONS — None

VI. CONSENT AGENDA

A. Approval of Meeting Minutes B. Approval of Warrants C. Approval of Transfers D. Approval of Donation

  1. To accept a donation of $64.43 to Gloucester High School from FY 2026 Ohiopyle Prints - Spirit Wear Commission.

On a motion by Ms. Prince, seconded by Ms. Dagle, it was unanimously

VOTED: By Roll Call Vote: - Ms. Dagle - Yes - Chairperson Clancy - Yes - Ms. Liacos - Yes - Mayor Lundberg - Yes - Ms. Prince - Yes

To approve the consent agenda as noted above.

VII. DELIBERATIONS ON EDUCATIONAL ISSUES/SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT

A. Superintendent's Report

This was Amy Pasquarello's first meeting as Superintendent. She presented and the committee discussed a slideshow of her report "Everyday Matters. Everybody Belongs. Everybody Learns." She informed the committee about the following things that she has been doing since July as Superintendent:

  • The 2026 Paul J. Andrews Summer Executive Institute - She attended with Dr. Tucker
  • Listen and Learn Update
  • Summer Leadership Meetings
  • Community Resource Fair
  • Opening Day

Superintendent Pasquarello welcomed Dr. Catherine Tucker who spoke about the following things that she has been doing since July as Assistant Superintendent:

  • Math and Literacy Coach Meetings
  • Visits to Summer Learning Program
  • Attended Middle School Play
  • Working with District Leadership
  • Assisted Principals with Interviews
  • Planning New Staff Orientation and Mentorship Program

B. Superintendent Entry Plan

Superintendent Pasquarello presented and the committee discussed a slideshow of her Entry Plan. She also introduced her mentor and coach, Cyndy Taymore, whom she will be working with for the next three years. Ms. Taymore spoke about her work with Superintendent Pasquarello and answered questions of the committee.

Entry Plan: Superintendent Pasquarello stated that her entry plan outlines a phased approach for the transition to Superintendent, outlining the following three phases:

Phase 1 - Listen and Learn (July to November 2026) Phase 2 - Synthesize and Validate (November 2026 to January 2027) Phase 3 - Act and Communicate (January - Ongoing, 2027)

Superintendent Pasquarello also spoke about maintaining momentum during her transition while keeping the District's four strategic priorities, as follows:

  1. Student Belonging and Engagement
  2. Instructional Strenth
  3. SEL and Mental Health
  4. Special Education Excellence

C. Superintendent Goals for the School Year 2026-2027

Superintendent Pasquarello presented and the committee discussed a slideshow of her Goals for the School Year 2026-2027, as follows:

Goal 1 - Effective Entry and Direction Setting Goal 2 - Maintaining Momentum during the Transition Goal 3 - New Superintendent Induction Program

See below link to the meeting recording/presentation: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1NiwH47NdnsfeD7C5TMxdMh2RnrnXfYRX/view

VIII. SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS — None

IX. ACTION

A. Vote for the Superintendent to be on the Northshore Education Consortium Board

On a motion by Ms. Liacos, seconded by Ms. Prince, it was unanimously

VOTED: By Roll Call Vote: - Ms. Dagle - Yes - Chairperson Clancy - Yes - Ms. Liacos - Yes - Mayor Lundberg - Yes - Ms. Melvin - Ms. Prince - Yes

To approve the Superintendent to be on the Northshore Education Consortium Board.

B. Acceptance of Grant

  1. FY27 FC 310 McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Grant of $25,000.

On a motion by Chairperson Clancy, seconded by Ms. Dagle, it was unanimously

VOTED: By Roll Call Vote: - Ms. Dagle - Yes - Chairperson Clancy - Yes - Ms. Liacos - Yes - Mayor Lundberg - Yes - Ms. Melvin - Ms. Prince - Yes

To approve the FY27 FC 310 McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Grant of $25,000.

  1. GHS FY 27 FC 400 Perkins - Strengthening Career and Technical Education Grant of $36,760.

  2. O'Maley FY27 FC 646 21st Century Community Learning Center Grant of $111,331.

On a motion by Chairperson Clancy seconded by Ms. Liacos, it was unanimously

VOTED: By Roll Call Vote: - Ms. Dagle - Yes - Chairperson Clancy - Yes - Ms. Liacos - Yes - Mayor Lundberg - Yes - Ms. Melvin - Ms. Prince - Yes

To approve the GHS FY 27 FC 400 Perkins - Strengthening Career and Technical Education Grant of $36,760 and to approve the O'Maley FY27 FC 646 21st Century Community Learning Center Grant of $111,331.

X. DISCUSSION/OTHER COMMUNICATION/OLD AND NEW BUSINESS — None

XI. ADJOURNMENT

On a motion by Mr. Melvin, seconded by Ms. Liacos, it was unanimously

VOTED: By Roll Call Vote: - Ms. Dagle - Yes - Chairperson Clancy - Yes - Ms. Liacos - Yes - Mayor Lundberg - Yes - Ms. Melvin - Ms. Prince - Yes

To adjourn the School Committee Meeting of August 12, 2026, at 7:08 pm.

All reference documents and reports are filed in the Superintendent's Office. A zoom recording of this meeting is available on the Gloucester Schools website (Also linked in these minutes).

Stephanie Delisi Recording Secretary

Agenda

The committee will hear the Superintendent's Report, Superintendent Entry Plan, Superintendent Goals for School Year 2026-2027, and a Summer PD and Learning Update. It will also vote on the Superintendent joining the Northshore Education Consortium Board, accept a $71.78 donation to Gloucester High School, and accept three grants: a $25,000 McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Grant, a $36,760 Perkins Career and Technical Education Grant, and a $111,331 21st Century Community Learning Center Grant.

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Gloucester Public Schools

School Committee

Every Day Matters. Everybody Belongs. Everybody Learns.

Posted: 2026 AUG -7

GLOUCESTER SCHOOL COMMITTEE MEETING

WEDNESDAY, August 12, 2026 6:00 pm Gloucester High School Library, 32 Leslie O. Johnson Road, Gloucester, MA 01930 Meetings are Recorded

The public is welcome to attend meetings in person or, alternatively, through the Zoom link provided on the agenda. The meeting notice will reflect if the meeting is via Zoom only. As Open Meeting Law allows, the School Committee may continue to hold meetings remotely. Please note the in-person meeting will not be suspended or terminated if technological problems interrupt the remote connection.

If you are calling in on a phone, you can press Star 9 (9) to request to speak. If you are watching on a computer or device, there is a "raise hand" button that you can tap or press to request to speak. Please use either of these options during oral communications to be recognized to speak.*

Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://gloucester-ma-gov.zoom.us/j/84802471673 Or Telephone: (309) 205-3325 or (312) 626-6799 Webinar ID: 848 0247 1673

Please visit http://gloucester-ma.gov/remote-public-meetings for instructions and guidance on how to join a remote meeting.

AGENDA

I. CALL TO ORDER/STATEMENT OF MISSION/ROLL CALL

II. SALUTE TO THE FLAG

III. **ORAL COMMUNICATIONS

IV. COMMENTS FROM THE CHAIRPERSON

V. RECOGNITIONS

Our Mission is for all Students to be Successful, Engaged, Lifelong Learners

VI. CONSENT AGENDA - A. Approval of Meeting Minutes - B. *Approval of Warrants - C. Approval of Transfers - D. Acceptance of Donations 1. To accept a donation of $71.78 to Gloucester High School Donations from FY2026 Ohiopyle Prints - Spirit Wear Commission.

VII. DELIBERATIONS ON EDUCATION ISSUES/SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT - A. Superintendent's Report - B. Superintendent Entry Plan - C. Superintendent Goals for School Year 2026-2027 - D. Summer PD and Learning Update

VIII. SUB-COMMITTEE REPORTS (Items listed under X. ACTION may be brought forward with reports)

IX. ACTION - A. Vote for the Superintendent to be on the Northshore Education Consortium Board - B. Acceptance of Grants 1. FY27 FC 310 McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Grant of $25,000 2. GHS FY27 FC 400 Perkins - Strengthening Career and Technical Education Grant of $36,760 3. O'Maley FY27 FC 646 21st Century Community Learning Center Grant of $111,331

X. DISCUSSION/OTHER COMMUNICATION/OLD AND NEW BUSINESS

XI. ADJOURNMENT

The listing of matters is those reasonably anticipated by the Chair, which may be discussed at the meeting. Not all items may in fact be discussed and other items not listed may also be brought up for discussion to the extent permitted by law. Action items may include motions that come out of sub-committees.

*Enclosures

**Oral Communication: The public shall have the opportunity at every regular School Committee meeting to be heard under Oral Communications. Oral Communications shall allow any resident who has a request or complaint of any nature relative to the School Committee business to appear before the School Committee, state their problem without debate, and the matter may be referred to the proper sub-committee.

For items that are on the agenda, members of the public may address the Committee with the permission of the Chair. Persons speaking under Oral Communications shall be limited to three (3) minutes each and shall submit a copy of their prepared communication to the Recording Secretary.

Calendar of School Committee and Subcommittee Meetings

School Committee – Meetings are at 6:00 p.m. unless otherwise noted. They will be held at the GHS Library, 32 Leslie O. Johnson Road

  • Wednesday, August 12, 2026
  • Wednesday, August 26, 2026
  • Wednesday, September 9, 2026
  • Wednesday, September 23, 2026
  • Wednesday, October 14, 2026
  • Wednesday, October 28, 2026
  • Wednesday, November 4, 2026
  • Wednesday, November 18, 2026
  • Wednesday, December 2, 2026
  • Wednesday, December 16, 2026
  • Wednesday, January 13, 2027
  • Wednesday, January 27, 2027
  • Wednesday, February 24, 2027
  • Wednesday, March 10, 2027
  • Wednesday, March 24, 2027
  • Wednesday, April 7, 2027
  • Wednesday, April 28, 2027
  • Wednesday, May 12, 2027
  • Wednesday, May 26, 2027
  • Wednesday, June 9, 2027
  • Wednesday, June 23, 2027

Building & Finance Subcommittee – Meetings are at 5:00 p.m., unless otherwise noted. They will be held at the GHS Library, 32 Leslie O. Johnson Road

  • Wednesday, September 16, 2026
  • Wednesday, October 7, 2026
  • *Tuesday, November 10, 2026
  • Wednesday, December 9, 2026
  • Wednesday, January 20, 2027
  • Wednesday, February 3, 2027
  • *Thursday, February 4, 2027
  • Wednesday, February 10, 2027
  • Wednesday, March 3, 2027
  • Wednesday, April 14, 2027
  • Wednesday, May 19, 2027
  • Wednesday, June 16, 2027

Program Subcommittee – Meetings are at 5:00 pm, unless otherwise noted. They will be at GHS Library, 32 Leslie O. Johnson Road

  • Wednesday, September 30, 2026
  • Wednesday, October 21, 2026
  • Wednesday, January 6, 2027
  • Wednesday, March 31, 2027
  • Wednesday, May 5, 2027

Personnel Subcommittee – Meetings will be held at the GHS Library, 32 Leslie O. Johnson Road

*Meetings with an asterisk do not follow the usual weeks/days in the month

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