BPS Vision and Strategy
In 2019, Billerica Public Schools had just undergone the "Billerica 2019" transition, which involved the opening of the new high school, the closing of the Vining School, the redistricting of elementary and middle schools, and a change in the district's grade configuration. The district is now looking into the future, asking the questions:
What is our vision for education for students in Billerica for 2020 and beyond?
In order to support students for their futures, what goals do we need to set, and how do we get there?
With these guiding questions, we enter into our visioning and strategic planning, which will guide the district in the work of cultivating educational programming that serves all of our students and families.
Community Vision Forums
Virtual forums were held for anyone in the Billerica community to participate and give voice to the district's vision and strategy planning. Below includes the dates when the forums were held.
Wednesday, December 15, 7-8pm (Focus Audience - High School)
Thursday, January 27, 7-8pm (Focus Audience - Elementary/Preschool)
Wednesday, February 2, 7-8pm (Focus Audience - Middle School)
Tuesday, March 15, 12-1pm (All Audiences)
Working Groups
There are four (4) working groups currently working on different areas of the vision and strategy:
Curriculum and Instruction
School Climate
Racial Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Facilities and Budget
Steering Committee Members
David Adams, Teacher, BMHS
Kylie Cadet, Student
Alicia Corrigan, Parent
Danielle DeCesaro, Parent
Julie Doherty, Parent
Mark Efstratiou, School Committee Chair
Matt Flood, Assistant Principal, BMHS
Amit Gandhi, Parent
Jill Geiser, Assistant Superintendent
Christine Gibelli, Principal, Parker ES
Robin Hulsoor, Director of Finance and Operations
Brittany Marshall, Assistant Principal, Marshall MS
Tim Piwowar, Superintendent
James Sforza, K-7 STEM Curriculum Coordinator
Kevin Sharkey, School Counselor, Locke MS
Brenna Woods, Teacher, Ditson ES
Saish Yennampelli, Student