The results of the 2024 Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) testing has demonstrated a continued need for emphasis on English and mathematics. With both seeing a decrease in the amount of students who exceed or meet expectations, state leaders cite the need for more progress to be made and resources devoted to improving the performance. “Change in … [Read more...] about MCAS results mixed: Lynnfield above state average
Superintendent Tom Geary
School Committee elects new chair, faces backlash over allegations
The School Committee elected a new chair, addressed its meeting on Sept. 11, and listened to the public’s response at its meeting Tuesday, Sept. 24. More than 50 community members filled the room in support of School Committee Member Jamie Hayman following the events of the Sept. 11 meeting in which Former Chair Kate DePrizio publicly accused Hayman of threatening her and … [Read more...] about School Committee elects new chair, faces backlash over allegations
Hate allegations prompt high school teacher’s dismissal
Superintendent Tom Geary released a statement Monday to address the termination of a Lynnfield High School substitute teacher who allegedly engaged in hate-based ideologies. Lynnfield High School Principal Patricia Puglisi sent an email to the LHS community Monday morning addressing allegations of Jarek Reihner’s alleged connections to hate-based ideological groups and her … [Read more...] about Hate allegations prompt high school teacher’s dismissal
Police close investigation of School Committee clash
The Police Department closed the case on claims made by School Committee Chair Kate DePrizio at the School Committee meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 11 and deemed it to be a civil issue. At the meeting, DePrizio read an email she sent to School Committee member Jamie Hayman earlier that morning. The email asked Hayman to be aware of his position as a member of the School … [Read more...] about Police close investigation of School Committee clash
Lynnfield students are back to school
Lynnfield Public Schools began its school year Wednesday, Aug. 28 with smiles across the district. “Overall, the first day was fantastic,” Superintendent Thomas Geary said. “There was a lot of energy and excitement at all four schools. I had many positive conversations with teachers and principals throughout the day, and there was great enthusiasm welcoming our students back … [Read more...] about Lynnfield students are back to school