The new Director of Student Services, Jenniffer O'Connell, gave her entry plan presentation to the School Committee on Nov. 17 after four months of data gathering. She focused on her process of interviews with key stakeholders as she transitioned into the role. She also spoke of her goal for data-driven leadership that is transparent while respecting student privacy. The … [Read more...] about School Committee hears Student Services’ new administrator’s plan
Education
LHS to perform ‘Dirty Rotten Scoundrels’
The Lynnfield High School play is beginning it's run of Dirty Rotten Scoundrels this weekend. There will be showings Thursday, Nov. 20 at 7 p.m., Friday, Nov. 21 at 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 22 at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 23, at 2 p.m. Tickets are $17 for adults and $15 for students and seniors. Tickets can be purchased at ticketstage.com/T/LFHS or at the box office starting … [Read more...] about LHS to perform ‘Dirty Rotten Scoundrels’
Data shows schools remain on the rise
Lynnfield Public Schools Assistant Superintendent Adam Federico presented data on LPS' performance during the School Committee meeting on Nov. 4. Alongside representatives from each of the grade level groups (elementary, middle, and high school), he showed that Lynnfield's students are meeting or exceeding state expectations at a rate better than statewide average in every … [Read more...] about Data shows schools remain on the rise
Educational trust fuels student innovation
The School Committee and Superintendent Thomas Geary listened to a presentation about the Lynnfield Educational Trust from Co-Presidents Erin Howard and Kathryn Price. "LET is a volunteer-run nonprofit organization. It was created by a group of parents back in 1990. Essentially, we raise money to fund projects that are outside the regular school budget," Howard … [Read more...] about Educational trust fuels student innovation
Lynnfield students bridge worlds with eco-conscious Day of the Dead altar
More than 150 students in Lynnfield Middle School’s Spanish classes recently created a Day of the Dead community alter titled "Butterflies & Memories." The students, in collaboration with Casa de Artesanos and A Healthy Lynnfield, created this art installation to share a cultural heritage while also stressing sustainable art and mental health awareness. This Mexican … [Read more...] about Lynnfield students bridge worlds with eco-conscious Day of the Dead altar