To teenagers everywhere: everything is so hard right now. I feel the saddest for you. It’s not easy being your age and dealing with all of this. You are amazing, you’ve handled this with grace and confidence, and you are making a difference. ♥️♥️♥️
Been thinking a lot about equity, access and the pandemic’s silver linings. Why on earth wouldn’t we continue with Virtual Parent-Teacher Conferences, IEPs and School Committee meetings if it increases family engagement and more members of our school community can participate?
Today is my last day as Superintendent of Taunton Public Schools, and this is my last official
@tpssuper
tweet. Sending my heartfelt thanks to the entire Taunton school community for 10 incredible years. Great people, great city, great schools, and my heart's with you always.
Still getting lots of parent requests for remote learning in light of Omicron, so feel compelled to write this tweet. Even if we wanted to, MA Supts can't offer remote learning this year b/c DESE says this doesn't count for time-on-learning. Please pass it along.
The CDC reports that WA, NY, and MA have the highest number of COVID-19 cases reported in the U.S. Did you know that 12 states in the U.S. have closed their public schools, and MA isn’t one of them?
Hey, LPS! A winter storm warning is in effect, so there will be NO SCHOOL THURSDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2020. No remote or in-person learning; just a good old fashioned snow day! Enjoy! ❄️⛄️❄️
To all my present and former students and students everywhere - we need your help! Please,please, no parks, no play dates, no parties, no get-togethers! Please stay home and
#DoYourPart
! You are amazing , and you will make a difference!
When a discussion about a safe return to schools is reduced to a bureaucratic debate about how many desks fit into a classroom at 3 feet apart, it’s a classic Strawman’s Fallacy. The issue with a full and safe return to school in the fall is far more complex.
NO SCHOOL TOMORROW. In collaboration with several of my counterparts, Lexington Public Schools will be closed tomorrow and at minimum for the next two weeks. More information to follow.
I have the BEST news to share today! Our COVID-19 PCR saliva test results are in! All 616 staff members who participated this week tested NEGATIVE! Thank you to our nurses and to our enormous group of volunteers who made this possible!
#LexGetScreened
Many children benefit from in-person learning. If you want it to continue, we need your help. Social distancing and masks are a must. A neighboring HS is now full remote after 19 new COVID-19 cases. Avoid social gatherings this 🎃 and
#DoYourPart
! 💙 💛
MA MCAS scores released today. Happy to see the State picking on suburban school systems for a change (we can take it). Sad to see misleading comparisons being drawn between pre-pandemic student performance (2019) and now (2021). Our kids deserve better.
“Finally, don’t take extreme positions and don’t assume bad faith from people with different views than yours. We should listen to scientists because their positions come from data and expertise, and listen to teachers because their positions come from experience and expertise.”
Hats off to the Superintendents and School Committee members in Florida who are doing what’s right and not what’s easy. Your New England counterparts are with you!
#KidsFirst
#MaskUp
SCHOOL IS CANCELLED FOR THE NEXT TWO DAYS. THERE WILL BE NO SCHOOL ON JANUARY 4, 2018 AND JANUARY 5, 2018. Due to the impending storm, the Mayor has announced the opening of an emergency shelter, operated by Taunton Emergency Management Agency, in the Parker Middle School gym.
No remote or in-person classes for Lexington Public Schools on TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2021; just another good old-fashioned snow day! Snow days in my childhood meant French Toast, chili and snow forts! Would ♥️ to see how your family celebrates! Enjoy!
#SnowStorm2021
Dear Critics:These are hard times for everyone. Let’s not forget that those in public education are real people, with real lives & real family responsibilities, just like you. LPS staff are the best, they’re giving it their all & they have my full support.
Today, we begin our transition to “in-person” teaching and learning in the Lexington Public Schools! Everyone is doing great, and it warms my heart to see our students and staff back together again! ♥️
Lexington, we did it!! The MSBA Board just voted to invite Lexington into its eligibility period, the 1st step in a 5+ yearlong process for a new/ renovated Lexington HS! 💙💛🙏
@TownOfLexMA
NO SCHOOL ON TUESDAY, MARCH 13, 2018. A winter storm warning is in effect for southeastern MA. Near blizzard conditions are possible. Stay safe!
#oneweekuntilspring
When I was a kid growing up in Maine, snow days meant you hunkered down, stayed home with family, and off the treacherous roads. There were no play dates or parties. Please read Dr. Asaf Bitton’s important advice for all families.
We are all so proud of our hard-working SC Chair who is about to graduate from Lesley University with a MEd in moderate disabilities! (Sorry
@SCuthbo
- just had to tweet!). Congrats! 🎉🎊🎈
Last night one of our custodians stopped by my office to share a funny story. He said he overheard a teacher talking to an elementary student remotely. The teacher said, “I’m going to see you in person next week!” The kid said, “Good b/c I really need to get out of this house!”
Here’s what working from home looks like! Sara, my executive assistant, is one multi-tasking Mom who is ALL IN!!! Here she is with her adorable (and feisty!) daughter, Emmaline. (TY to her husband, Graham, for snapping this great action shot!).
We got some terrific news today! The MSBA voted to invite Lexington into the capital pipeline for a new or renovated LHS! 🙌 What does this mean? Taxpayers can look forward to a significant state investment in this project. Feasibility Study here we come! 🎉 ♥️🙏
THIS JUST IN: The Lexington Board of Health just voted unanimously to lift the Town-wide mask mandate for all, effective on March 9, 2022 at 12:01 a.m.
Happy last day of school to our talented TPS students! You’re the best, and you’ll be missed. Have a wonderful summer! “Here lies my past, Goodbye I have kissed it; Thank you kids, I wouldn’t have missed it.” ~Ogden Nash
#lastdayofschool
Just read this letter for the first time. The situation we’re in isn’t the fault of the Unions, SC members, or school leaders. The pandemic is our common enemy, and we’d all do well to keep that in mind.
#BetterDaysAhead
Changing your mind makes you a better leader. It demonstrates humility, confidence & an ability to actively listen & learn. Leaders who change their minds put egos aside & do what’s righ for others. I, for one, truly appreciate Commissioner Riley’s mid-course masking correction.
NO SCHOOL TODAY, MARCH 2, 2018. Due to hazardous high winds and potential flooding throughout the community, all Taunton Public Schools are cancelled today.
Today is our last official school day for the 2019-2020 school year!!! My heartfelt thanks and gratitude to all our students, staff, and families for your endless patience, collaboration, and innovation during these last 3 months. Have a wonderful summer!
NO SCHOOL ON WEDNESDAY, MARCH 14, 2018; HOWEVER, SCHOOL WILL BE IN SESSION ON FRIDAY, MARCH 16, 2018. Forecast calling for more snow next week, so the Professional Development Day is canceled. Friday, March 16th will be a regular school day for all students and TPS employees.
Just had the best virtual discussion with Sara Mei, our terrific Lexington School Committee student liaison! Sara’s going to help me create student-friendly versions of our remote learning plans, including videos for younger kids!
#joyinlearning
@splashswimmer04
Big TY to everyone who helped get test kits and masks out to LPS staff today (and tomorrow)! Great teamwork, as always! 🙌 We strongly encourage families to get a rapid test BEFORE sending child back to school on Tuesday. Test & Stay & pooled testing resume this week. Please RT!
First day of school for LPS educators tomorrow! 💙💛 Feeling excited and so grateful. Here's to another great year! "Every moment is a fresh beginning." ~T.S. Eliot
AS OF 3/14, OUR LAST DAY OF SCHOOL IS FRIDAY, JUNE 22, 2018. We just double-checked all of the school cancellations to date. We bought back a day by having a regular school day this Friday. Hopefully no more storms or school closures!
#SpringIs6DaysAway
Congrats to our THS Lady Tigers: the 2018 ALL STATE SOFTBALL CHAMPS! What an incredible ending to a great season and a terrific year! Way to go, girls! So proud of you!!!
#TigerPride
Saddened by today’s national events. We are better than this. “Not one of us can rest, be happy, be at home, be at peace with ourselves, until we end hatred and division.” —John Lewis
Words can’t describe how proud we are of former LHS graduate Emma Riley! 💙💛 She’s now working for
@POTUS
, as the White House Communications Chief of Staff! Her honest, humble & poignant speech tonight reminded every graduate they’ve got what it takes.
@Emma_E_Riley
Just got a call from Chief Walsh saying a person with 8 followers is trying to cancel school. You know what they say: “imitation is the best form of flattery.” If you don’t get a TPS robocall & you don’t see a cancellation on tv, then we’re not cancelled!
#doyourhomework
#HappyWorldTeachersDay
to our incredible Lexington Public Schools teachers! This year has been tougher than ever, and you are appreciated more than you know. Thank you for your all you do for our students. You are everything to them. ♥️
Oh my goodness, the best news ever! Not one but two Massachusetts PTA Award Winners from Lexington Public Schools!! Shoutout to our Elementary Teacher and Principal of the Year! Congrats to Ms. Carpenter and Ms. Daley! Thank you for all you do! We are so, so proud of you!! ♥️♥️♥️
Really proud to be in Nashville tonight with Mr. Jared Cassedy and his husband Brad! So great to celebrate Jared and 29 other talented 2022 Music Teachers of Excellence! Thank you for inspiring our students every day! 🎶
@LexPerformArts
Shoutout to fourth grade teacher, Mr. Washington! He told his Hastings students that today might be a good day to look extra snazzy, and then they learned why. MR. DE'SHAWN WASHINGTON IS MA TEACHER OF THE YEAR!! The Hastings All School Assembly was pure joy!
#joyinteaching
🎉
Hey, everyone! Just wanted to say thank you and Happy New Year! We couldn’t have survived the last year without you, and we are so happy to kick off 2022 together. So grateful for you! Wishing you a very Happy New Year! 🎊🎆🎈
LPS Remote Learning will continue through the April break. June 18th is our last day of school. 98% of LPS staff and 80% of LPS parents in favor. Next LPS Parent Update on Monday. TY to all who completed our survey!
Say what? Total disregard for the complexities of a pandemic education. MA is better than this. “Districts will get at least two weeks notice before students will be required to return to in-person learning full-time,” Riley said.
In Maine for my grandmother’s memorial service and look who I just ran into! It’s Mr. Midge McConnell, my junior high school principal! Such a kind, distinguished man; I haven’t seen him in over 30 years, and he hasn’t changed a bit! ♥️
“For what it’s worth...I hope you live a life you’re proud of, and if you find you’re not, I hope you have the strength to start over again." —F. Scott Fitzgerald
We are all so proud of you, Ariana Hargrove! Congratulations! 🎉🎊🎈 Ayanna Pressley, Make-A-Wish surprise local student with trip to Spelman College in Atlanta - Boston News, Weather, Sports | WHDH 7News
PSA: in case you haven't heard, random anonymous Twitter accounts aren't Lexington parents.
#NotFollowedByAnyoneYoureFollowing
is a tell-tale sign. Apparently, the powers that be are not ok with statements of fact. My New Year's Resolution? More of the truth.
#HappyNewYear2022
Beautiful, moving words from the youngest First National Poet Laureate: “But while democracy can be periodically delayed, it can never be defeated.”
@TheAmandaGorman
Exciting news! Maria Hastings Elementary School was just named a National Blue Ribbon School! Congratulations 🎉 to our dedicated Hastings students, staff, and families! Bridge, Clarke & Harrington previously received the honor.
SNOW DAY! ❄️ A winter storm warning is in effect, and all Lexington Public Schools will be closed on FRIDAY, JANUARY 7, 2022. For those who have scheduled appointments, the LPS Vaccination Clinic at CO is still on. Stay safe and warm!
It's
#SchoolPrincipalsDay
!! It's one of the toughest jobs around, and so truly grateful for our terrific team! Let's hear it for LPS principals past & present and school principals everywhere!
#joyinleading
Look at my old girl. She loves hanging her chin off the top railing, closing her eyes, taking in the smells of the fresh forest, and listening to the birds. I will never forget these perfect nights with her. ♥️
Well done, Lexington Public Schools! Thanks to our dedicated students, staff, and families, our nurses just shipped over 600 PCR COVID-19 staff tests through FedEx for screening! Hooray for LPS! Hooray for our nurses!
#FirstRound
@lexingtonnurses
#LexGetScreened
One 14 year old Lexington High student used her voice and talent to start a movement. We are so proud of Phoebe, and if she can do it, so can you! LPS students, we believe in you!! 💙 💛
Welcome to the world, Declan Thomas Geary, born Sunday at 8:47 a.m. Baby Declan’s Dad is Tom Geary, our dedicated LHS custodian and all-around great guy. Congrats to Tom and Melissa! 🎉
A new recruit to help run the Superintendent's Office! Emmaline Jorge stopped by today to say "hi" and help manage the office! She has her Mom's take charge look already, don't you think?! 💕
Seeing lots of negativity out there at the State level. Not many can say they’ve led through a once-in-a-lifetime pandemic. It’s much easier to criticize than to suspend judgment and show support for our leaders.
#WhenTheGoingGetsTough
#LetsStickTogether
Back-to-school planning during a pandemic is a challenge for everyone, everywhere, but we can do this! Here’s a a sneak peek of our updated LPS Back-to-School Blueprint to be presented on 07-21-2020!
Will masks be required in the Lexington Public Schools? What are the vaccination rates? What will teaching and learning look like in the Performing Arts? Click here to learn more about our LPS COVID-19 Back-to-School plans!
Need a smile today? Meet sweet baby girl, Emmaline Jorge, daughter of Sara (Calvino) and Graham! 7 pounds, 9.5 ounces, and 20.5 inches of perfection! ♥️
#COBaby
#July29th
Feeling so hopeful today! Sounds like most LPS staff are or will be vaccinated in the very near future, thanks to the efforts of many, including our parents who organized
#LexGetVaccinated
, the Lexington Fire Department, and LPS staff helping LPS staff! 🙌
Today is Nat’l Custodian and Maintenance Appreciation Day! So grateful for Olga and Fred here at Central Office - and for all our LPS custodial and facilities employees!
It's Admin. Council Retreat, 2022! Feeling blessed to work with such a fun, hard-working, talented & wacky crew! Here's to another great year! 💙💛
#joyinleading
"School's out for summer!" 🎶 It was a tough year in so many ways, but we did it!! Now it's time for some well-deserved R & R; you have earned it!! Best wishes to those moving on and a heartfelt thank you to all our terrific students, staff & families! 💙💛