Dear editor: Upon learning that Kristen Elworthy and Jenny Sheehan, both one-year term School Committee incumbents, pulled papers to run for three-year term seats, I felt it was imperative for the Lynnfield community to gain a better understanding of the true quality of character of these two individuals. To say that I have serious reservations about both candidates is an … [Read more...] about LTTE: Community deserves better candidates for school committee
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Lynnfield school candidate pulls papers prematurely
Confusion regarding nomination papers for election to the School Committee arose last week after a mistake with the town clerk’s office resulted in papers being offered to current Lynnfield School Committee member Jenny Sheehan before the Jan. 2 availability date. Town Administrator Rob Dolan explained to The Daily Item on Monday that his office is aware of what happened and … [Read more...] about Lynnfield school candidate pulls papers prematurely
LTTE: Lynnfield deserves strong school leadership
Dear Lynnfield friends and neighbors: Lynnfield has been home to my family for 20 years. During this time, my husband and I have volunteered on a multitude of town boards, committees, PTOs, and youth sports organizations to give back and contribute positively to our small community. While serving in these volunteer and elected positions, I had the privilege of working with … [Read more...] about LTTE: Lynnfield deserves strong school leadership
School Committee backlash continues
The School Committee passed a new public comment policy at its meeting last Tuesday that was followed by another public participation with backlash from residents. The only change to the new public comment policy limits public public participation to up to five minutes. The policy change passed with a vote of three to two. School Committee members Jamie Hayman and Kate … [Read more...] about School Committee backlash continues
School Committee launches official Facebook page
The Lynnfield School Committee recently launched its unified Facebook page, titled Lynnfield School Committee. The description on the Facebook page states it will be updated by the committee chair and vice chair, who are currently Kristen Elworthy and Jenny Sheehan, respectively. Before this, each school committee member had their own official school committee Facebook … [Read more...] about School Committee launches official Facebook page