JACKSON — With a record turnout of more than 170 people, voters overwhelmingly approved a pair of tuition articles by secret ballot paving the way for students to choose between attending Fryeburg Academy and Kennett High School at the annual Jackson School Meeting in the Whitney Center on Thursday night.
Article No. 7 sought voter approval to enter into a 10-year tuition agreement with Fryeburg Academy, July 1, 2027-June 30, 2037. It was approved 139-30.
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