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M.A.S.S. urges Governor Healey not to opt in to the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit
M.A.S.S. issued a position paper that cautions Governor Healey about the potential negative impact on Massachusetts public schools.
Meet Alicia Williams, M.A.S.S. Legislative Analyst
Alicia is participating in a full-time Doctoral Residency with M.A.S.S. to support our legislative advocacy work.
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M.A.S.S. President Karen Crebase reflects on her career and the power of gratitude.
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Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents
(opens in a new tab)The Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents, originated in 1973, is the only statewide organization dedicated to the unique professional and advocacy concerns of school superintendents and assistant superintendents.
M.A.S.S. released a position paper today on the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit, urging Governor Maura Healey not to opt in to the program.
The position paper, approved by our Executive Committee, asserts that the new law was designed to favor private schools and essentially will function as a school voucher.
If adopted in Massachusetts, the program would have a significant negative impact on public schools, particularly if it exacerbates the declining enrollment that many of our school districts are already experiencing.
“At first blush, it could appear that public and private schools alike stand to gain from an influx of donations,” said Mary Bourque, Executive Director of M.A.S.S. “But a closer read of the law affirms that the deck is heavily stacked against public schools.”
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🌩️ We’re pleased to present “Leading in Turbulent Times,” a five-part professional learning module focused on political leadership, communications, and equity. It is open to M.A.S.S. members who are Assistant Superintendents and other central office administrators.
🍎 The series is led by Kenneth Salim, Ed.D., a coach/facilitator in the New Superintendent Induction Program (NSIP) and former Massachusetts superintendent.
📚 Drawing on contemporary case studies and concepts from Amanda Ripley’s book “High Conflict,” participants will apply political leadership frameworks to their work and practice communication strategies that can be used when a community is divided by complex and polarizing issues.
🗓️ The series will be offered in the winter and spring, with each section limited to 10 participants. Each section will include a three-hour in-person session, followed by four 90-minute virtual sessions.
❄️ Winter Session (November – March): bit.ly/4iUh8WY
🌼 Spring Session (February – May): bit.ly/4r0MiOD
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Director of Teaching and Learning – Northampton Public Schools – M.A.S.S.
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