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Principal’s Message

Dear Hunnewell Families, During our Professional Development Day, the Wellesley Public Schools team engaged in meaningful conversations inspired by Miseducated by Brandon P. Fleming. His story and insights sparked reflections on the essence of education and the pivotal role relationships… Continue reading Principal’s Message

School Messenger December 6, 2024December 6, 2024 News Read more

Principal’s Message

Dear Hunnewell Families, As Thanksgiving approaches, this is not your typical “what I am thankful for” letter. Instead, it’s a reflection on how gratitude truly emerges—not just from grand celebrations, but from the simple, often mundane, moments that quietly build… Continue reading Principal’s Message

School Messenger November 22, 2024November 22, 2024 News Read more

Principal’s Message

Dear Hunnewell Families,  I want to take a moment to express my gratitude for our community’s wonderful participation and engagement during last night’s School Committee Conversation with Dr. Lussier and Mrs. Ofenlock. It was an inspiring and productive evening that… Continue reading Principal’s Message

School Messenger November 15, 2024November 15, 2024 News Read more

Principal’s Message

Dear Hunnewell Parents, In our quest to raise successful children, it’s easy to focus on grades, test scores, and academic milestones. These are tangible markers of progress, and they are important in many ways. But there is another set of… Continue reading Principal’s Message

School Messenger November 8, 2024November 8, 2024 News Read more

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Dear Hunnewell Parents, Wow! What an awesome Hunnewell Hawks Halloween Parade! I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for your incredible support during our Halloween Parade. It was truly a delightful celebration, filled with smiles, laughter,… Continue reading Principal’s Message

School Messenger November 1, 2024November 1, 2024 News Read more

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Hello Hunnewell Parents, “You are exactly where you need to be!” This phrase can be life-changing when applied to challenging situations like parenting. When we say, “This isn’t working out the way I wanted, and this is exactly where I… Continue reading Principal’s Message

School Messenger October 25, 2024October 28, 2024 News Read more

Principal’s Message

Dear Hunnewell Parents, As we journey together through this school year, I am reminded of the words of George Washington: “I hope I shall possess firmness and virtue enough to maintain what I consider the most enviable of all titles… Continue reading Principal’s Message

School Messenger October 18, 2024October 28, 2024 News Read more

Principal’s Message

Dear Hunnewell Community, I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to Mr. Ligon for organizing such a wonderful “Before the School Party” that kicked off our Walk, Bike, and Roll to School event. It was a… Continue reading Principal’s Message

School Messenger October 11, 2024October 28, 2024 News Read more

Principal’s Message

Hello Hunnewell, I apologize for the Friday Newsletter on Saturday morning. When things begin to get stressful or if one needs a little break, it is highly advisable to march down to the kindergarten rooms and hang out for a… Continue reading Principal’s Message

School Messenger October 5, 2024October 28, 2024 News Read more

Principal’s Message

Dear Hunnewell Parents,   As we navigate the busy rhythms of school and life, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on something that often gets lost in the rush: the importance of our time and how we spend… Continue reading Principal’s Message

School Messenger September 27, 2024October 28, 2024 News Read more
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