The system would compare dollars spent in certain areas to grades and test scores, he said. This type of system is not being used in New England currently. The school department has not had a permanent business manager since former manager Frank Inzirillo resigned from his position in March after being accused of misusing school funds. Robert Paul, interim business manager, has been working with the school since Inzirillo left. The school committee is reviewing approximately 25 resumes of applicants for the manager s position.
Several applicants have municipal business management experience.
A new business manager is expected to be chosen by the end of July. We re asking for a lot. We re asking people to take on a long-term burden. Remaining hopeful that the override will pass, Dever said it would put into play all the key objectives for maintaining and improving the school department and avoid major cuts to staff and programs that have proven to be extremely effective. The override would help the schools for a minimum of five years, Dever said.