Malden
EDUCATION
The Beantown Pub’s building is being converted into Suffolk dorms
Suffolk University said the pub will continue to be in the business there after the conversion. Suffolk University will turn a former office building into a dorm, but not just any office building. The university, whose student population is only growing, acquired an 11-story office at 101 Tremont St. for...
Universal free school meals program sees successful first year
BOSTON, MA (FRANKLIN COUNTY NOW) — In the first year of state-funded universal free school meals, 12.2 million more lunches and 9 million more breakfasts were served over the previous year. Governor Healey announced nearly seven out of ten students are eating school lunches now, which frequently feature local food sources.
Boston Police Gift Care Packages to New College Students in Community-Support Effort
In a notable act of communal support, Boston's District E-13 Community Service Office has extended a helping hand to recent high school graduates. The students were treated to an event filled with beverages, refreshments, and engaging conversations with local law enforcement officers about their future endeavors, according to an official statement from the Boston Police Department.
‘One room, a whole lot of love’: Historic segregation-era Cornland School restored as museum in Chesapeake
CHESAPEAKE — A globe of the world before Russia became a country. An American flag with 48 stars. An oil lamp, three wooden pencils and a hand bell. A beloved pillar-like potbelly stove anchoring the center of the room. A signature from “Kathryn” penned in 1933 in a book nestled under an antique wooden school desk. About 80 years ago, those were a few items students of the Cornland School — ...
Cambridge School Committee Approves Union Contracts for Paraprofessionals, Family Liaisons
Graham and Parks Alternative Public School is located at 44 Linnean St. The Cambridge School Committee approved contracts with paraprofessionals and family liaisons during a special meeting on Friday. By Frank S. Zhou. The Cambridge School Committee approved contracts with paraprofessionals and family liaisons at a special meeting on Friday,...
Town to investigate alleged discrimination in schools
An independent investigator will be procured by interim Superintendent John Robidoux by July 19 to determine the merit of internal discrimination allegations between district personnel. The School Committee granted permission to Robidoux in a vote, allotting $25,000 toward the initiative. In an email to the district, former interim Superintendent Theresa...
Swampscott opens schools to the public
Benjamin PierceSWAMPSCOTT — The School Committee voted unanimously to approve the district’s community use of school facilities policy for the 2024 to 2025 school year. In addition to regular public school activity, some notable entities the policy authorizes use for are town public hearings and activities, local nonprofit and noncommercial activities, parent-teacher activities, and Swampscott Recreation […] The post Swampscott opens schools to the public appeared first on Itemlive.
Nahant superintendent calls it a career
Benjamin PierceNAHANT — After nearly 50 years in education, Superintendent of Schools Tony Pierantozzi officially retired on Monday. The New Jersey native’s career started right after he graduated from Rutgers University in 1968, when he became a social studies teacher in the district of Scarsdale, N.Y. Pierantozzi would remain in the role until 1983, when he […] The post Nahant superintendent calls it a career appeared first on Itemlive.
Lynnfield dials up cellphone school policy
The School Committee met to discuss changes to various policies, including a new cellphone and related electronic devices policy, at its meeting on Thursday. At the beginning of the meeting, Committee Chair Kate DePrizio said she had heard some confusion, and clarified the meeting was only for discussion and there would be no votes taken.
City Council postpones action on former Everett High; approves Feasibility Study for new High School
The Everett City Council voted to postpone action on appropriating $10 million for a new roof on the old Everett High School – located at 548 Broadway – pending more information on how much it would cost to renovate the building to house seventh- and eighth-graders, but approved a $2 million request for a Feasibility Study for a new High School at their meeting Monday, June 24. The vote on the roof funding was 7-4 with Councillors-at-Large John Hanlon and Katy Rogers, Ward 1 Councillor Wayne Matewsky and Ward 3 Councillor Anthony DiPierro in dissent. The vote on the money for the Feasibility Study was 9-2 with Councillors-at-Large Guerline Alcy Jabouin and Michael Marchese in opposition.
Masco’s 50th anniversary for class of 1974
Masconomet Regional High School’s Class of 1974 is set to celebrate its 50th reunion. The event will be held on Sunday, October 6, 2024, from noon to 4 p.m. at Gloucester Elks Club, 97 Atlantic Road #101, Gloucester. The cost is $100 for a buffet lunch. There will be...
Emerson faculty, staff, and students left in the dark following news of impending layoffs
Faculty say there is no information on the extent of the problem, casting a shadow on summer vacation. Some Emerson faculty, staff and students are saying there’s a dark cloud over their campus this summer, following an announcement of impending layoffs and budget cuts that failed to disclose specific details.
Financial Issues Force 124-Year-Old Massachusetts College to Close
Eastern Nazarene College in Quincy, Massachusetts is closing due to "persisting financial issues." Eastern Nazarene College, a fully accredited Christian liberal arts college, was founded in 1900. Dr. David W. Bowser, Chair of the Board of Trustees of Eastern Nazarene College, said in a press statement, "We know this news...
Another Installment of Academic Honors for Bedford College Students
Here is another installment of academic awards and honors announcements about Bedford residents sent to The Bedford Citizen from the academic institutions. There will be more to come. Etringer and Kusa, Local Emerson College Students, Earn Dean’s List Honors. The following students are named to Emerson College’s Dean’s List...
51 graduate from MMA-Suffolk leadership program
Fifty-one graduates received their certificates in Local Government Leadership and Management this spring as the MMA-Suffolk program completed its 21st and 22nd classes. More than 500 municipal officials have completed the Certificate in Local Government Leadership and Management program since its inception in 2011. The MMA and Suffolk University program...
Kent Wheeler named new AD at Marblehead High
He’s been around the hallways of Marblehead High School for a long time, and now, he gets to command the athletics ship. Kent Wheeler has been named the school’s athletic director, beginning this past Monday and replacing former AD Greg Ceglarski. A social studies teacher at the school,...
Newton high-school students return, awed, from European tour with Boston Philharmonic Youth Orchestra
After preparing to perform at the top five concert halls in Europe, June 15-25, the six Newton high-school members of the Boston Philharmonic Youth Orchestra (BPYO) have returned and four have shared their thoughts on the trip with Fig City News. Claire Lee, a violinist in the BPYO feels like...
Beyond Walls in public schools discussion put on hold
Emily RosenbergLYNN– The school committee tabled a proposal from Beyond Walls to install murals in Breed Middle School and Classical High School at its last meeting. Al Wilson, executive director of Beyond Walls, explained that the nonprofit organization has funds to install two murals by professional artists this August on two Lynn buildings and it has […] The post Beyond Walls in public schools discussion put on hold appeared first on Itemlive.
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.