The Berkshire County Education Task Force has recommended all schools join together in a countywide district over the next decade.
The Berkshire County Education Task Force says bringing all of the county’s schools together could save the region $34 million a year. The group says it would increase state funding aid and address drops in student enrollment across the 32 communities.
State Representative Smitty Pignatelli, of the 4th Berkshire District says, it’s a bold initiative.
“My only hesitation is, is I have haven’t heard much about streamlining the curriculum,” Pignatelli says. “I haven’t heard much about how to make things more affordable.”
The Democrat has long pushed for combined services.
“I don’t think we have ten years to wait for the perfect plan,” Pignatelli says.
Pignatelli is calling on school leadership to begin consolidation talks immediately.
