To the Lynnfield Community: After long consideration and discussion with my family, I have decided not to seek a fifth term on the Lynnfield School Committee. This was not an easy decision, as I have truly valued my time serving on the Committee and serving our community. There are countless people I look forward to recognizing and thanking, and I will do so this spring … [Read more...] about LTTE: Why I will not seek a fifth term
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School Committee sparks debate on fourth goal
The School Committee discussed its goals for the upcoming school year, which are items within the Committee's governance to support the work of the district, according to Chair Kristen Elworthy. She noted that the process of discussing the Committee’s goals began last June, and there were three goals ready to be presented that night and will be voted on at the next … [Read more...] about School Committee sparks debate on fourth goal
School Committee to hold December office hours
The School Committee will be holding office hours throughout the 2025-2026 school year, with the next office hours on Dec. 1 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Panera. December office hours will focus on discussions about academic achievement and MCAS scores in the district. Community members are welcome to come to office hours to talk about this topic or to ask any questions they have or … [Read more...] about School Committee to hold December office hours
School Committee hears Student Services’ new administrator’s plan
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
Lynnfield passes new graduation requirements to replace MCAS
The School Committee met last Tuesday to hear Fiscal Year 26 budget status updates from Superintendent Tom Geary, as well as to vote on three outstanding resolutions, including one that replaces the MCAS graduation requirement, which was removed by a state ballot question last year. The first resolution was to enact the new Competency Determination policy in the wake of … [Read more...] about Lynnfield passes new graduation requirements to replace MCAS