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Our state’s over-reliance on local property taxes to support public schools disadvantages Pittsfield’s students and other New Hampshire students who live in towns that are often referred to as “property-poor” towns, towns with limited ability to support its students. In multiple rulings, the New Hampshire Supreme Court has clearly affirmed the state’s responsibility to support…

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Pittsfield Families, Well, it’s been quite a spring, hasn’t it? We are very thankful to our families for your support during this challenging time.  We hope that our Pittsfield families are remaining healthy and are looking forward to a positive, if unusual, summer school vacation. This week’s updates follow; reminder, bold titles indicate new information…

Pittsfield Families, What a time!  While we acknowledge that we need ongoing support from family and friends all the time, our need for support is magnified as we add new stress in our lives.  We sincerely hope that you are taking care of your needs and remind you that our children and youth have resources…

We strongly encourage all Pittsfield voters to cast your ballot in favor of our proposed new teacher contract. This important vote will be held from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 19, at Town Hall. The proposed contract is a one-year agreement that maintains the same salary schedule and benefits offered that were…

School Meeting 7:00 p.m., Thursday, August 17, PES Vote on Teacher Contract Tuesday, September 19, Town Hall What is SB2? “SB2” is the name of the official ballot referenda form of government. (For more information on SB2, see https://www.revenue.nh.gov/mun-prop/municipal/documents/sb2-tech-assistance.pdf) SB2 can replace the traditional town meeting form of government for voting on school funding, teacher…