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Committee approved Howie Barber to lead finance and operations
What happened
After two public finalist interviews, the committee unanimously approved Superintendent James Carter's recommendation to appoint Howard “Howie” Barber as Assistant Superintendent of Finance & Operations, subject to contract negotiations.
Why it matters to families
The position oversees the district budget, facilities, transportation, procurement, and other operations during the high-school MSBA process and a broader leadership transition.
The evidence
June 22 minutes document equal-format public interviews for two finalists; June 29 minutes record the recommendation, qualifications, discussion, and 5-0 approval.
The source
June 29, 2026 School Committee minutesSee the full record for Holliston Public Schools.
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