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School Committee Notes, April 14, 2026

April 22, 2026
Electronics Policy The School Committee had its first discussion on a potential electronic device policy for the Belmont schools. While schools, notably Belmont High School, have policies on cell phones and electronic devices, this policy would be a district-wide standard. School Committee…

Survey Collects Town Meeting Feedback

April 22, 2026
In a survey that garnered responses from nearly half the Town Meeting membership, 71% said Town Meeting should be a hybrid between in-person and remote. Of the 140 responses, 31, or 22%, said hybrid meetings should be offered only to those who…

Bill Aims to Provide Support to Family Caregivers

April 21, 2026
Wendy Drexler had been her husband’s caregiver for several years when she walked into the bathroom to find him brushing his teeth with a razor and some muscle cream. “That was a threshold moment, where it just became clear I couldn’t keep…

The Film Festival Returns for 25th Year

April 18, 2026
It all started 25 years ago with Naomi Ellenberg-Dukas and a movie,”Babes in Arms.” Now, the International Film Festival, presented by Belmont World Film, has become a staple for the community, embracing movies and multiculturalism. The festival’s opening ceremony took place on…

Jonathan Libby Appointed Student Services Director

April 18, 2026
Jonathan Libby was appointed Student Services Director by the Belmont School Committee on March 24 after serving as the interim director since November. Prior to becoming the interim director, Libby was the assistant director of Student Services. He joined the district in…

See This Year’s Outstanding Teacher Award Recipients

April 17, 2026
The Foundation for Belmont Education (FBE) officially announced the 2026 recipients of the Outstanding Teacher Awards. The awards recognize the “extraordinary contributions made by teachers in the Belmont Public Schools,” according to the FBE. Community members and students nominate teachers from across…
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See This Year’s Outstanding Teacher Award Recipients

April 17, 2026
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The Foundation for Belmont Education (FBE) officially announced the 2026 recipients of the Outstanding Teacher Awards. The awards recognize the “extraordinary contributions made by teachers in the Belmont Public Schools,” according to the FBE. Community members and students nominate teachers from across…

BHS Sports Wrap (April 6 – April 13)

April 15, 2026
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Girls Lacrosse: Belmont went 1-1 this stretch, falling to Reading, 16-5, on April 7 before rebounding with a 12-5 win over Watertown on April 9. Junior Natalie Merrow led the offense against Reading with three goals, while freshman Ellie Siegert tallied three…

Celebrating the Arrival of Spring

April 15, 2026
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Concentrating on her target, Olivia Chen, 5, threw her arrow like a javelin during a game of “pitch pot” on April 11, outside the Belmont Public Library. She and her 2-year-old sister Rylee were there enjoying activities and crafts at the Qingming…
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Select Board Notes, April 6, 2026

April 15, 2026
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Lubien Named CFO The town hired Geoffrey Lubien as its new chief financial officer. “We had 30 applicants for the position; we then narrowed it down to eight, we interviewed six,” said Town Administrator Patrice Garvin. “[The position received] a lot of…

Chenery Chorus to Return to Fenway Park

April 13, 2026
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The Chenery Upper Elementary School chorus will be returning to Fenway Park on May 23 to sing the national anthem before the game against the Minnesota Twins. “There is so much pride; these kids work so hard every day,” said Sara Carson,…

Belmont’s Ties To Historic Disaster

April 12, 2026
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While many are familiar with the fictional story of Jack and Rose in James Cameron’s famous film, “Titanic,” fewer are familiar with Belmont’s connection to the historic tragedy. In fact, three distinct stories—those of two former Belmont residents and a New York…

BHS Sports Wrap (March 27 – April 3)

April 9, 2026
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Girls Lacrosse: Belmont opened its season with two wins, beating Weston 13-11 on Mar. 31, and Melrose 14-9 on Apr. 2. Senior captain Sydney Mun has been anchoring Belmont’s early-season offense, scoring nine goals over the first two games. Boys Lacrosse: The…

A Parental Guide to College Decisions

April 7, 2026
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A Parental Guide to College Decisions By Shealagh Sullivan, Belmont Voice staff Belmont High School seniors are beginning to make their college decisions – the culmination of four years of late night study sessions, extracurricular activities, and hours spent on applications and…
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