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SUMMARY: BHRSD School Committee — August 27, 2026

Berkshire Hills School Committee Opens Year with New Member, $574K Rural Aid boost, Unanimous Handbook Approval

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Convened 6:00 pm

Adjourned 6:37 pm

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  • [2:41] Superintendent Peter Dillon announced a new school committee member from Stockbridge, Heather Campbell — a parent of recent graduates, jointly appointed by member Jason St. Peter, member Sarah Bourla, and the Stockbridge Select Board. She was not present but is expected at the next meeting.

  • [3:47] Dillon reported the district’s state rural aid allocation has risen to $574,764, calling it “really really good news” and noting the committee will discuss how to use the increase at a future meeting.

  • [19:53] The committee voted unanimously, 7–0, to approve all three district school handbooks (elementary, middle, and high school) after members confirmed the revisio…

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