Colleagues, I hope everyone’s final weeks of the school year have been productive. We had a terrific high school graduation last Friday night and I want to give a special shout out to Dr. Chisum and especially Assistant Principal Lynn… Continue Reading Superintendent’s Bulletin 06/09/2017
Superintendent’s Bulletin 06/02/2017
Colleagues, Happy June!! Today remains one of my favorite days of the year as we celebrate the graduation of our Senior class from Wellesley High School. In many ways, these students reflect our capstone project as a school district. The… Continue Reading Superintendent’s Bulletin 06/02/2017
Superintendent’s Bulletin 05/26/2017
Colleagues, A few thoughts to share with you before you head out to enjoy the holiday weekend. First, I want to acknowledge the exemplary service of Jonathan Simon, as his 8+ year tenure as WTA President comes to an end.… Continue Reading Superintendent’s Bulletin 05/26/2017
Superintendent’s Bulletin 05/19/2017
Colleagues, After yesterday’s tragic accident at Schofield, our team in once again engaged in the important work of supporting families and students and coordinating efforts with Town authorities. Throughout all of this, I am reminded how often our work extends… Continue Reading Superintendent’s Bulletin 05/19/2017
Superintendent’s Bulletin 05/12/2017
Colleagues, I attended two separate convenings this week where global education and 21st Century learning were discussed. A few things stood out. First, social and emotional learning continue to be themes that educators are discussing internationally. Second, American schools are… Continue Reading Superintendent’s Bulletin 05/12/2017
Superintendent’s Bulletin 05/05/2017
ENJOY THE WEEKEND! Calendar 05/09/17 – C & I Proposals Due (Deadline Extended) 05/09/17 – Meeting RE: Investigation Followup – 5:00 – 6:00 pm (Note New Date) 05/09/17 – SC Meeting – 7 pm – Town Hall 05/12/17 – Open… Continue Reading Superintendent’s Bulletin 05/05/2017
Superintendent’s Bulletin 04/28/2017
Dear Colleagues: I hope everyone had an enjoyable and restful April break. I especially want to thank the members of our staff who served as chaperones for field trips last week—and throughout the year! Our programs so often extend beyond… Continue Reading Superintendent’s Bulletin 04/28/2017
Superintendent’s Bulletin 04/14/2017
HAVE A GREAT APRIL BREAK! Calendar 04/07 – 04/26 – K-12 Art Show – Wellesley Free Library 04/14 – 04/21/17 – School Vacation Week 04/25/17 – Annual Town Meeting (cont’d) WMS – 7 pm 05/01/17 – Deadline for non-resident… Continue Reading Superintendent’s Bulletin 04/14/2017
Superintendent’s Bulletin 04/07/2017
Colleagues, Last night at WHS, our graduating seniors from the METCO Program offered reflections on their time in Wellesley. This is the second year we have organized this program and once again I believe everyone in the audience experienced a… Continue Reading Superintendent’s Bulletin 04/07/2017
Superintendent’s Bulletin 03/31/2017
Colleagues, This week, Wellesley’s Annual Town Meeting convened for its first two nights. (For those who don’t know, Wellesley has a representative town meeting format with 240 elected Town Meeting Members representing eight precincts.) After presenting our budget for FY2018… Continue Reading Superintendent’s Bulletin 03/31/2017