Our Why

Imagine a future where our schools are designed to meet the needs of the community, from our taxpayers to our students. A place where teachers feel supported, not overwhelmed, and students thrive in the best possible learning environment. Picture a community that celebrates its outstanding, sustainable schools. What would that look and feel like for your family? For all of us?

Everything is on the table.

You may have heard about the challenges of recent years and the tough choices we’ve had to make to balance the budget. The funding we receive from our towns and the state is no longer keeping up with the external factors driving up costs in our current system. The reality is, the way we’ve structured and funded education over the past 50 years is no longer enough to meet the fast-changing needs of today.

We’re taking this on because we believe in our students and our community. Our goal is to build something sustainable that will endure for decades—not just patchwork solutions for another budget cycle. Our ever-changing world demands more from both our educators and our graduates. We are committed to ensuring every student has the opportunity to reach their full potential and that our educators have the resources they need to support that goal. At the same time, we also recognize that our community must be able to afford our schools. This isn’t just about saving money; it’s about being smart with the resources we have. Acton-Boxborough has evolved, and our students need new skills that our current system isn’t equipped to provide.

That’s why we’re reimagining how we approach education—rethinking everything from the number of schools and grade configurations to how we match students with the best opportunities for growth. While there’s still much to explore, we’re excited about the possibilities ahead.

We know this process brings uncertainty, and that can be scary. But we’re committed to designing a sustainable, innovative structure that allows us all to rise together and meet the challenges of the next 50 years.