For the first time in more than a decade, Franklin County Technical School plans to cut staff as part of the fiscal year 2027 budget, citing high health insurance costs and limited state aid.
The cuts include a librarian, a carpentry instructor, two paraprofessionals, a public relations specialist, and a part-time math instructor. Additionally, an English teacher set to retire will not be replaced as part of these reductions.
We are asking residents, parents, and educational stakeholders to sign this petition today, urging the school board to rescind these firings and return to the budget to balance the books.
You can also attend the meeting and speak up:
Date: March 11, 2026
Location: Franklin County Technical School Library Conference Room 82 Industrial Blvd. Turners Falls, MA 01376
Time: 7:30pm
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If you are a member of this community, your voice matters. Please add your signature to this petition.
It will be delivered to the school board at their March 11th meeting.