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March 10, 2025
38 recorded votes, 3 with disagreement.
Sources: Official minutes (PDF)
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Present: Kevin Aguiar, Tom Khoury, Mimi Larrivee, Paul E. Coogan
Absent: Bobby Bailey, Collin Dias, Shelli Pereira
During the meeting:
- Reconvened after executive session at 7:38 p.m.; absent: Bailey, Pereira
- Reconvened after executive session at 10:14 p.m.; all present
- Larrivee was recorded absent for 1 of the 38 votes
- Khoury was recorded absent for 1 of the 38 votes
- Bailey arrived late (5:35pm)
- Pereira arrived late (5:46 pm)
- Dias arrived late (6:26pm)
Every vote, in order
Allow Mr. Dias to report on this subcommittee once he arrives at the meeting
To allow Mr. Dias to report on this subcommittee once he arrives at the meeting.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Aguiar-Ms. Pereira: To allow Mr. Dias to report on this subcommittee once he arrives at the meeting. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent(Dias); Motion passed.” (Motion: Aguiar, second: Pereira)
Approve the following minutes: Regular School Committee Meeting 01.13.25 and Instructional Subcommittee Meeting 02.05.25
To approve the following minutes: Regular School Committee Meeting 01.13.25 and Instructional Subcommittee Meeting 02.05.25.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Aguiar-Ms. Larrivee: To approve the following minutes: Regular School Committee Meeting 01.13.25 and Instructional Subcommittee Meeting 02.05.25. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent(Bailey); Motion passed.” (Motion: Aguiar, second: Larrivee)
Approve all Travel Requests
To approve all Travel Requests.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Khoury-Ms. Larrivee: To approve all Travel Requests. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Khoury, second: Larrivee)
Accept all Donations
To accept all Donations.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Dias-Mr. Khoury: To accept all Donations. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Dias, second: Khoury)
Approve the following grants- 0245-21st CCLC Enhanced Programs for Students with IEPs; Applied Learning-Kuss; Applied Learning-Morton Grants
To approve the following grants- 0245-21st CCLC Enhanced Programs for Students with IEPs; Applied Learning-Kuss; Applied Learning-Morton Grants.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Aguiar-Mr. Dias: To approve the following grants- 0245-21st CCLC Enhanced Programs for Students with IEPs; Applied Learning-Kuss; Applied Learning-Morton Grants. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Aguiar, second: Dias)
Approve FC 0274 IEP Grant
To approve FC 0274 IEP Grant.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Dias-Mr. Bailey: To approve FC 0274 IEP Grant. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Dias, second: Bailey)
Approve the FC 0311 Supporting Students Behavioral & Mental Health and Wellness grant
To approve the FC 0311 Supporting Students Behavioral & Mental Health and Wellness grant.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Dias-Ms. Pereira : To approve the FC 0311 Supporting Students Behavioral & Mental Health and Wellness grant. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Dias, second: Pereira)
Approve the Project Lead the Way grant
To approve the Project Lead the Way grant.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Aguiar-Mr. Dias: To approve the Project Lead the Way grant. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Aguiar, second: Dias)
Approve the Bristol County Commissioners Opioid Funding grant
To approve the Bristol County Commissioners Opioid Funding grant.
The minutes give a count of 7–0, but the roll call they print (Aguiar yes, Bailey absent, Coogan yes, Dias yes, Khoury yes, Larrivee abstained, Pereira yes) adds up to 5–0. Until the School Committee office confirms which is right, this vote is not counted on members’ pages.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Dias-Mr. Bailey: To approve the Bristol County Commissioners Opioid Funding grant. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Dias, second: Bailey)
Approve all contracts
To approve all contracts.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Dias-Mr. Khoury: To approve all contracts. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Dias, second: Khoury)
Approve the usage of Durfee High School for the Durfee Alumni Association to host a Multi Year Reunion on June 28, 2025
To approve the usage of Durfee High School for the Durfee Alumni Association to host a Multi Year Reunion on June 28, 2025.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Larrivee-Ms. Pereira: To approve the usage of Durfee High School for the Durfee Alumni Association to host a Multi Year Reunion on June 28, 2025. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Larrivee, second: Pereira)
Approve the usage of Durfee High School parking lot to hold a BBQ cook-off a request from the Veterans Association of Bristol County to be held on July 18, 2025
To approve the usage of Durfee High School parking lot to hold a BBQ cook-off a request from the Veterans Association of Bristol County to be held on July 18, 2025, July 19, 2025 and July 20, 2025.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Khoury-Ms. Pereira: To approve the usage of Durfee High School parking lot to hold a BBQ cook-off a request from the Veterans Association of Bristol County to be held on July 18, 2025, July 19, 2025 and July 20, 2025. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Khoury, second: Pereira)
Approve the Fall River Youth Soccer Association Lease Renewal
To approve the Fall River Youth Soccer Association Lease Renewal as referred by the Facilities and Operations subcommittee.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Khoury-Ms. Larrivee: To approve the Fall River Youth Soccer Association Lease Renewal as referred by the Facilities and Operations subcommittee. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Khoury, second: Larrivee)
Approve Grades 3-5 Health Curriculum Pilot
To approve Grades 3-5 Health Curriculum Pilot as referred by the Instructional subcommittee.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Larrivee-Mr. Khoury: To approve Grades 3-5 Health Curriculum Pilot as referred by the Instructional subcommittee. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent(Dias); Motion passed.” (Motion: Larrivee, second: Khoury)
Approve the International Teacher Partnership
To approve the International Teacher Partnership as referred by the Instructional subcommittee.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Khoury-Ms. Pereira: To approve the International Teacher Partnership as referred by the Instructional subcommittee. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Khoury, second: Pereira)
Approve the School Committee meeting calendar for School Year 2025-2026
To approve the School Committee meeting calendar for School Year 2025-2026.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Khoury-Mr. Dias: To approve the School Committee meeting calendar for School Year 2025-2026. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Khoury, second: Dias)
Approve the PASS Position Conversion- Instructional Support Liaison to a Paraprofessional
To approve the PASS Position Conversion- Instructional Support Liaison to a Paraprofessional.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Aguiar-Mr. Khoury: To approve the PASS Position Conversion- Instructional Support Liaison to a Paraprofessional. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Aguiar, second: Khoury)
Approve a Three Year Contract for Yellow Bus, McKinney Vento and Athletic/Activity Trip services
To approve a Three Year Contract for Yellow Bus, McKinney Vento and Athletic/Activity Trip services as referred by the Facilities and Operations.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Khoury- Ms. Larrivee: To approve a Three Year Contract for Yellow Bus, McKinney Vento and Athletic/Activity Trip services as referred by the Facilities and Operations. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Khoury, second: Larrivee)
Approve the First Amendment to the lease agreement between the Roman Catholic Bishop of Fall River and the Fall River Public Schools
To approve the First Amendment to the lease agreement between the Roman Catholic Bishop of Fall River and the Fall River Public Schools as referred by the Facilities and Operations subcommittee.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Khoury- Mr. Dias: To approve the First Amendment to the lease agreement between the Roman Catholic Bishop of Fall River and the Fall River Public Schools as referred by the Facilities and Operations subcommittee. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Khoury, second: Dias)
Grant to withdraw item Policy BDE from agenda
Grant to withdraw item Policy BDE from agenda.
Yes: Aguiar, DiasNo: Coogan, Khoury, Larrivee, PereiraAbstained: Bailey
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Dias- Mr. Aguiar: Grant to withdraw item Policy BDE from agenda. … 2 were in favor(Aguiar, Dias); 4 were opposed; 1 Abstained (Bailey).” (Motion: Dias, second: Aguiar)
Enter into recess
To enter into recess.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Aguiar-Mayor Coogan : To enter into recess. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Aguiar, second: Coogan)
Rescind the vote to approve the Fall River Youth Soccer Association Lease Renewal
To rescind the vote to approve the Fall River Youth Soccer Association Lease Renewal.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Dias- Ms. Larrivee: To rescind the vote to approve the Fall River Youth Soccer Association Lease Renewal. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Dias, second: Larrivee)
Rescind the vote to approve Grades 3-5 Health Curriculum Pilot
To rescind the vote to approve Grades 3-5 Health Curriculum Pilot.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Larrivee- Mr. Aguiar: To rescind the vote to approve Grades 3-5 Health Curriculum Pilot. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Larrivee, second: Aguiar)
Rescind the vote to approve the International Teacher Partnership
To rescind the vote to approve the International Teacher Partnership.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Aguiar- Mr. Dias: To rescind the vote to approve the International Teacher Partnership. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Aguiar, second: Dias)
Rescind the vote to approve a three year contract for Yellow Bus, McKinney Vento and Athletic/Activity trip services
To rescind the vote to approve a three year contract for Yellow Bus, McKinney Vento and Athletic/Activity trip services.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Aguiar - Ms. Larrivee: To rescind the vote to approve a three year contract for Yellow Bus, McKinney Vento and Athletic/Activity trip services. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Aguiar, second: Larrivee)
Rescind the vote to approve the First Amendment to the lease agreement between the Roman Catholic Bishop of Fall River and the Fall River Public Schools
To rescind the vote to approve the First Amendment to the lease agreement between the Roman Catholic Bishop of Fall River and the Fall River Public Schools.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Aguiar- Mr. Dias: To rescind the vote to approve the First Amendment to the lease agreement between the Roman Catholic Bishop of Fall River and the Fall River Public Schools. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Aguiar, second: Dias)
Rescind the vote to approve to withdraw Policy BDE from the agenda
To rescind the vote to approve to withdraw Policy BDE from the agenda
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Larrivee- Mr. Dias: To rescind the vote to approve to withdraw Policy BDE from the agenda … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Larrivee, second: Dias)
Refer to the Policy Subcommittee the Creation of a Fall RIver Public Schools Policy of Parent Advisory Council Representation
To refer to the Policy Subcommittee the Creation of a Fall RIver Public Schools Policy of Parent Advisory Council Representation as referred by the the Parent and Community Outreach subcommittee.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Dias- Mr. Aguiar: To refer to the Policy Subcommittee the Creation of a Fall RIver Public Schools Policy of Parent Advisory Council Representation as referred by the the Parent and Community Outreach subcommittee. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Dias, second: Aguiar)
Refer the discussion with the administration to livestream subcommittee meeting to the Technology Subcommittee
To refer the discussion with the administration to livestream subcommittee meeting to the Technology Subcommittee.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Aguiar- Mr. Dias: To refer the discussion with the administration to livestream subcommittee meeting to the Technology Subcommittee. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Aguiar, second: Dias)
Grant to withdraw agenda items to have the superintendent retain the services of an auditing firm, or conduct a review, and bring proposals before the committee
Grant to withdraw agenda items to have the superintendent retain the services of an auditing firm, or conduct a review, and bring proposals before the committee.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Dias- Ms. Pereira: Grant to withdraw agenda items to have the superintendent retain the services of an auditing firm, or conduct a review, and bring proposals before the committee. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Dias, second: Pereira)
Send agenda item to have the superintendent pause any future engagements with Attorney Michael Joyce, and seek the services of an outside attorney on retainer
To send agenda item to have the superintendent pause any future engagements with Attorney Michael Joyce, and seek the services of an outside attorney on retainer, in order to save money for the Quarterly Finance Committee Meeting.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Aguiar- Mr. Dias: To send agenda item to have the superintendent pause any future engagements with Attorney Michael Joyce, and seek the services of an outside attorney on retainer, in order to save money for the Quarterly Finance Committee Meeting. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Aguiar, second: Dias)
Refer a review of how much the district spends on out of district conferences, travel reimbursements to the Policy Subcommittee and to create a policy which wil
To refer a review of how much the district spends on out of district conferences, travel reimbursements to the Policy Subcommittee and to create a policy which will require out of district travel that surpasses one night to require School Committee approval.
Yes: Aguiar, Bailey, Coogan, Dias, PereiraNo: Khoury, Larrivee
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Aguiar- Mr. Dias: To refer a review of how much the district spends on out of district conferences, travel reimbursements to the Policy Subcommittee and to create a policy which will require out of district travel that surpasses one night to require School Committee approval. … 5 were in favor; 2 were opposed (Khoury, Larrivee).” (Motion: Aguiar, second: Dias)
Pass the first reading of the following legislative bills: House Docket No. 64-An Act relative to MSBA school funding ; House Docket No. 2787- An Act to improve
To pass the first reading of the following legislative bills: House Docket No. 64-An Act relative to MSBA school funding ; House Docket No. 2787- An Act to improve indoor air quality for highly-impacted communities
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Aguiar- Ms. Pereira : To pass the first reading of the following legislative bills: House Docket No. 64-An Act relative to MSBA school funding ; House Docket No. 2787- An Act to improve indoor air quality for highly-impacted communities … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion passed.” (Motion: Aguiar, second: Pereira)
Mr, Bailey: To accept and place the FYI portion of the agenda on file
Mr. Dias- Mr, Bailey: To accept and place the FYI portion of the agenda on file.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Dias- Mr, Bailey: To accept and place the FYI portion of the agenda on file. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion Passed.”
Add the topic of Unfunded mandate to the next School Committee agenda for discussion
To add the topic of Unfunded mandate to the next School Committee agenda for discussion.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Dias- Mr. Aguiar: To add the topic of Unfunded mandate to the next School Committee agenda for discussion. … 5 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion Passed; 2 were Absent(Larrivee, Pereira).” (Motion: Dias, second: Aguiar)
Enter into the executive session
To enter into the executive session.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Mr. Dias-Ms. Larrivee: To enter into the executive session. … 6 were in favor; None were opposed; 1 was Absent(Khoury).” (Motion: Dias, second: Larrivee)
Approve the Executive Session minutes for 2.10.25 Regular School Committee Meeting
To approve the Executive Session minutes for 2.10.25 Regular School Committee Meeting.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Larrivee–Ms. Dias: To approve the Executive Session minutes for 2.10.25 Regular School Committee Meeting. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion Passed.” (Motion: Larrivee, second: Dias)
Adjourn
To adjourn.
From the minutes
“MOTION: Ms. Larrivee-Mr. Khoury: To adjourn. … 7 were in favor; None were opposed; Motion Passed (10:15 pm).” (Motion: Larrivee, second: Khoury)
From the Fall River School Committee’s official approved minutes: January 2022 to January 2023 from the district’s BoardDocs site, and later meetings from the district’s School Committee minutes folder, which the district links from its School Committee portal. Every vote in these minutes is a roll call with each member named; we check every count against the names and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades officials; votes and attendance are shown exactly as the minutes record them. Photos are newer, not from 2022–2023: Mayor Coogan from the City of Fall River (fallriverma.gov); Kevin Aguiar from the Fall River School Committee’s member page (fallriverschools.org); Paul Hart from the City of Fall River’s official member photo (fallriverma.gov); Sara Rodrigues from Fall River Reporter (June 2024 interview); Shelli Pereira from a Fall River Community Media candidate video (YouTube); Mimi Larrivee from People Incorporated (peopleincfr.org); Bobby Bailey from a Fall River Community Media video (YouTube). Tom Khoury, Collin Dias, Emanuel Moniz, Ana C. Riley and Shanell Stewart: from the Fall River School Committee’s member page (district portal).
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