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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.
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.
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.
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...
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.
Lynn provides more pre-K seats for the upcoming school year
Paul HalloranLYNN — More students in the city will be learning at a younger age thanks to a significant increase in the number of preschool seats that will be offered in the 2024-25 school year. After adding 97 preschool seats in the recently concluded school year, Lynn Public Schools will provide an additional 118 seats in […] The post Lynn provides more pre-K seats for the upcoming school year appeared first on Itemlive.
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...
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.
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...
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,...
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.
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...
Bugler clinic at Marblehead High to mix fun and fundamentals
Steve KrauseMARBLEHEAD — There are some things about sports that never change. Modern sports often look nothing like their predecessors, and nowhere is this more evident than basketball. But, says Marblehead High alumni Patrick Bugler, fundamentals are the same now as they were back in the set-shot era. “The game of basketball has definitely changed,” said […] The post Bugler clinic at Marblehead High to mix fun and fundamentals appeared first on Itemlive.
Chief Freitag Graduates from Intensive Public Leadership Program to Enhance CAFMA's Service to the Community
Limitations and increased public scrutiny. Chief Freitag joined an esteemed cohort of 62 students, including peers from the fire service, law enforcement, and various government positions, including elected officials. Participants attended from across the world, including Ireland and the Philippines. This diverse group engaged in a combination of traditional and hands-on learning experiences designed to enhance their leadership capabilities.
Montserrat College of Art Awarded $105,000 Cummings Grant
Montserrat College of Art is one of 150 local non-profits that will share in $30 million through the Cummings Foundation’s major annual grants program. The Beverly-based college was selected from 715 applicants during a competitive review process. It will receive $105,000 over three years. The grant will grow Montserrat’s...
Fox Hill Bulding Comm. endorses schematic design
BURLINGTON - The Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) is expected to vote on the final schematic design plan for the new Fox Hill Elementary School at a meeting in August. It will head to the state with the full endorsement from the Fox Hill Building Committee, who formally supported the...
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