Board hears potential $300 increase for STEM Academy tuition; no vote taken

During discussion of agenda item 6.01, the board heard that the STEM Academy is expected to propose an increase of around $300 per student for next year. Presenters said they were waiting on final figures from CBCC before any formal action.

Board members and staff discussed program capacity and interest: members confirmed students had applied and been selected for available spots, and the transcript records a total of 29 applicants for the program though the response was not tied to a single named speaker. Trustees said the division supports STEM and CTE programs and expressed disappointment at missing an opportunity to secure additional seats for Amherst students this year; they encouraged staff to monitor future openings.

No motion or vote on tuition or contract changes for the STEM Academy was recorded during the meeting; trustees treated the item as informational and requested final numbers from CBCC before taking any action.