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Husband, proud Dad, Superintendent of Swansea Public Schools, graduate and post-graduate of Providence College

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For almost 11 yrs since her accident, our daughter, and my hero, Amanda, has fought everyday to overcome seemingly insurmountable odds to finally obtain her HS diploma today on her 22nd bday! Hug your babies everyday and appreciate the gifts that they are... #SUPERPROUD
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11 years ago today our ‘baby girl’ survived a near drowning and, although it’s been a long, long bumpy road, she always continues to amaze me with her perseverance, tenacity, caring demeanor and sense of humor... #myhero #7strong #pandaday2020
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Please keep in mind that our school nurses are doing their best to keep folks informed and are working diligently (and overtime) to adhere to the guidance set forth by the state so that we can keep our students and staff as safe as possible. #kindnessmatters
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One night, shortly before my daughter passed away she said to me, “Dad, you know you can’t make everyone happy and you can’t control how they think, you can only try your hardest to do the right thing.” Pretty wise words from a 23 year old…. #humbleandkind
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Please keep in mind that closing school is to assist with social distancing, so be mindful of activities this week that are in group settings as that will negate what closing schools is trying to accomplish...continue being vigilant with cold/flu protocols. Be well
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Due to timing of the heaviest snow, and for safety of students and staff, school in Swansea will be cancelled today, 12/3/19. Be safe, be well!
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Happy Valentines Day. This is a poem that our daughter Amanda wrote for her school newspaper many years ago. She was definitely wise beyond her years. I miss her so much, but she continues to make an impact on the world. ❤️
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After considering a delay, I feel it's prudent to cancel school in Swansea for tomorrow. Safety is paramount #studentscomefirst Be safe!
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With 'All this Snow' and in the interest of continued safety for students, staff, and community members, Swansea Public Schools will be canceled again tomorrow, Friday 1/5/18...please be safe! #StudentsComeFirst #WeAreAllCardinals
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It’s been a year since we lost our beautiful Amanda. My wife and I spent the day in NH (a place she loved) and tried to make her proud by going to Zebs for penny candy, snowshoeing in the Flume Gorge for over two miles and finishing the day w salad and cheese pizza. ❤️🐼
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Due to ongoing community concerns, SPS will be closed the week of March 16-20, 2020. We will reassess to determine if further closure is needed and will communicate that accordingly. Stay safe, Be Well
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Governor Baker has suspended school through April 6 at this point. I will share updates as they become available. Remember that social distancing is real and needs to be in place. Be well
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Due to the timing of the incoming snow storm, and the fact that Swansea sits solidly in the 6-8 inch range on the forecast, we will have no school tomorrow, January 7, 2022. This will be a typical, good old fashioned New England snow day. Stay safe, mask up and be well !!
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I very rarely post personal ‘stuff’ but my wife and I finally become Grammie and Grampie a week ago and he’s just too cute not to share 😊👶
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The impending storm has convinced me to cancel school for Swansea tomorrow 3/4/19 Be Well and stay safe!
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On July 5, our family celebrates “Panda Day” It has been 10 years since her accident and we are thankful every day that she is still here to share her love, kindness and humor! Cherish your loved ones each and every day! #myhero
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My daughter (who is blind) has a sense of humor that makes me recalibrate my outlook on life...her shirt (in Braille) says ‘if you can read this you’re too close’ Had to share bc she cracks me up and inspires me every day...
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Amanda was a staunch advocate for equity diversity and human rights in general...on International Women’s Day, I swear I can still hear her say, “I am woman, hear me roar!”...still making a difference ❤️🐻‍❄️
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Earth Day was always an important day for Amanda (this was her helping to plant garden last year) I’m planning on planting a tree this year in her memory. 🌳🌏 She used to say, “we can’t take our earth for granted, we all have to do our part”
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On behalf of Swansea Public Schools, Sending positive thoughts and prayers to Jacob’s family at this very difficult time.
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Tricky storm heading this way...I’m seeing totals anywhere from 2-6” Unless something more steadfast is in place, I likely won’t be making any call for Swansea Schools until 5:00ish tomorrow morning 12/3...stay tuned here for updates!
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I have to brag for a minute: I’m so proud of my daughter, Amanda, who presented today at a tech conference in Portland, ME, where she also received an honorarium from conference hosts...she never ceases to amaze us!
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Swansea will have a 2 hour delay tomorrow, Monday February 13. Any update will be by 5:30 am...this is a tough storm to call. Be safe!
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Congratulations to @costa12chris on publicly being named the next principal of @JosephCaseHS at Monday night’s SC meeting!! #awesome
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1978 just called to tell me to cancel school for Swansea tomorrow! Stay warm, be safe and be careful if you need to travel! See you Friday!
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Cardinals Flying By! So happy to see so many staff driving the bus routes to say hi to the kids!! #awesome #community #proud @Gardner_02777 @esbrownschool @SwanseaPolice
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Blessed by the continued support for our beautiful daughter. The donations in her memory allowed the Amanda Robidoux Reading Nook to be created as a tribute at the Barrington Public Library! 🐼❤️
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As is the case with any snow storm, I do my best to make the most prudent decision to keep students and staff safe based upon info I have available....I will be working on that decision, in earnest, around 3:30 and any change to the day will be posted here first! Be well
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The commissioner has stated that schools will not go past the 185th day built into their calendars. For SPS that is June 19. There are still many things that need to be worked out and I do not have all the answers yet, but I will keep updating folks as best as I can...be well
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Swansea Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, 1/4/18 due to impending storm! Be safe! Stay tuned for further announcements #StudentsComeFirst #WeAreAllCardinals
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Have to love New England! Swansea will have NO school tomorrow, Tuesday March 13, 2018. Stay safe, be well!
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Due to the uncertainty of tomorrow’s impending storm, Swansea will have an early release 2/12/19: Half-day schedule applies. Be safe! @casejrhigh @JosephCaseHS @HoyleSchool @lutherschool @esbrownschool @Gardner_02777
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At the onset many decisions needed to be made in the moment, then Gov and commissioner set guidelines, now back to us for decisions: Good Friday and April break staying as is, I believe Staff, Ss & Ps need the week to reset. Be well stay safe... #TogetherWeWillPrevail
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Swansea Schools stands by the decision to provide much needed in-person T/L to as many students as possible and in the safest manner possible...the hybrid model is not ideal but some in-person connection is better for students than none! #WeAreAllCardinals #StudentsComeFirst
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Weather kicked up in last half hour…due to safety issues, no school in Swansea today 10/27/21 stay safe
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With the impending accumulations projected to be 6-10, or higher, it is prudent that school in Swansea be canceled for Tues 3/14. Be safe!
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So...sharing a proud papa moment... our daughter Amanda, with the help of her vision teacher submitted poems to Kaleidoscope magazine several months ago...she has now been published!! So proud!!! Check out page 18! 🎉
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#proudpapa Congrats to our daughter, Katie, and our new son-in-law, Tyler! They make such a great couple 😊💍💥
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I am so proud our custodial staff who have been working tirelessly to deep clean our schools during this situation...our admin team and staff have been working hard to get alternate enrichment activities and resources on google platform & websites. Kudos to all!! #CardinalsRock
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Having Thanksgiving dinner with my raging vegetarian!!! T-shirt says ‘I Don’t eat my Friends’ 🤣
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So proud of our daughter Katie who found out today that she passed her nursing boards on her 1st try...now she’s officially Nurse Katie, RN, BSN #nursesrock #ProudPapa
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Based on timing of the storm, Swansea Schools will have a 2 hour delay Thursday 2/28/19 Be Safe!
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The Governor just announced school closure for the remainder of this year. Updates re continued remote learning to follow. Stay safe, Be well @JosephCaseHS @casejrhigh @LutherSchool @esbrownschool @Gardner_02777 @HoyleSchool
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It’s an awesome day to witness my beautiful daughter marry my new son in law...🎉😊 #blessed
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A letter from me is being sent out today to our Swansea Schools Community re students returning to five days a week in-person learning: K-5: April 5 9-12: April 12 6-8: April 26 #excited #finishstrong
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Congrats Cardinals Class of 2019! Keep moving forward and never let the rain get you down 😊 #SuperProud @JosephCaseHS
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Given the pending storm tomorrow, 2/1/21, Swansea School buildings will be closed and the district will engage in remote teaching and learning for all grades. I will adjust accordingly if there are widespread power outages. Be well! Stay safe!
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This pic was taken unbeknownst to me, but it is what I love most about my job...when all the ‘stuff’ is swirling around....I remember, ‘This is why I got into education!’ #itsthelittlethingsthatarereallythebigthings
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Sporting the blue and gold today for World Down Syndrome Day #SwanseaWDSD
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"TODAY" SHOW STARS: Swansea teacher and son dance their way to Super Bowl
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Swansea public schools will be having a half day early release tomorrow 2/4/22 due to the impending freeze that is slated to hit the area in the early afternoon. @Gardner_02777 @casejrhigh @JosephCaseHS @esbrownschool @LutherSchool @ewhite_white Stay safe!
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2019 turkey swinging by admin...who could it be?!? @casejrhigh
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When the directives come down from the state next week, we will outline our plans for what school will look like in the fall for Swansea...with things changing daily, decisions are difficult and fluid...please know that all scenarios are being explored... Be Well
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The timing of this storm is horrible...school in Swansea is canceled for today 3/10. Be safe. #studentscomefirst
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All of our lives are crazy, tenuous, and in need of severe flexibility given the daily changes. We are in a pandemic and expecting absolute answers in a time when nothing is absolute is unfair and sets people up for failure... #studentscomefirst
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Thanks to all that shared their passion, input and feedback last night. Swansea will be proceeding with a Hybrid model for the fall. A parent survey is being sent out today & will be posted on the website, so please take the time to fill this out for EACH of your children Be well
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Are you ready for some football!!?? Thanks Lance for prepping field for the big game! Looks great! @CaseSports @JosephCaseHS @Coach_Palladino @Coach_Azulay @casehighprinc
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Given the timing of the storm and the removal of snow in morning, Swansea will be fully remote on Monday 2/8. Be safe.
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Tomorrow, May 1 is National Principal’s Day. I want to thank all 6 of our principals for all the difficult work they do everyday...in these times, that work has been compounded, please join me in celebrating them!
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Almost there Class of 2019! Thanks Lance for the awesome stadium accents to celebrate the day tomorrow! #awesomeness @JosephCaseHS
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Due to ransom ware attack, our network is shutdown. School is canceled tomorrow 1/4/23. Principals will be sending one call and it the cancellation will be posted on news stations this evening. @JosephCaseHS @casejrhigh @esbrownschool @Gardner_02777 @HoyleSchool @LutherSchool
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Swansea will have a 90 min delay tomorrow, Wednesday March 14. If there needs to be change to this decision, it will be made by 5:30. Thanks and be safe!
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23 years ago I married my best friend...and she’s still as beautiful as ever ❤️
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Due to wide spread power outages and many impassable roads, Swansea is cancelling school today, 10/30. Be safe!
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Your state champs!!! Congratulations lady cardinals!!!
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A lot of guidance released this week, a lot of discussions and decisions to make, a lot of frustration, angst and worry. I am confident, though, that our Swansea community will move forward in the most appropriate, safe and meaningful way to get students and staff back in school
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Ready for St. Patrick’s Day...figured we needed a bit o’ levity...🍀🍀🍀
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Governor Baker just announced closure of schools will continue, at this point, until May 4. Further updates will be shared out accordingly. Stay safe, be well @casejrhigh @esbrownschool @LutherSchool @Gardner_02777 @HoyleSchool @JosephCaseHS @ewhite_white
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Proud of our teachers, paras, SACs, guidance, nurses, secretaries, tech guys, custodians, maintenance workers, kitchen workers, admin building staff and van drivers who continue to work diligently for our students! #SuperProud #TogetherWeWillPrevail #community #WeAreAllCardinals
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First day of SY 2020 is in the books! It was great to see students back in the buildings and things moving forward!! Thanks to all the staff, students and parents who have worked so hard to help get us back to teaching and learning!! #WeAreAllCardinals
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Thank you, thank you, thank you to all of the members of our Swansea Community who came out tonight and voted in support of our students’ Much appreciated! 🎉🎉 @JosephCaseHS @Gardner_02777 @lutherschool @HoyleSchool @casejrhigh @esbrownschool #StudentsComeFirst
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Well deserved and better late than never!!! Congrats Mr. Costa on being chosen THE Assistant Principal of the Year!!! @costa12chris @JosephCaseHS #supeeproud @casejrhigh @HoyleSchool @esbrownschool @LutherSchool @Gardner_02777 @ewhite_white
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So proud of our ‘baby boy’ graduating today from Fairfield! Been a tumultuous ride over the past 4 years for sure! Definitely a bittersweet occasion…🎉👨‍🎓🦌
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So proud of our administrative team who have worked tirelessly with our staff to ensure that we are moving forward in a way that provides empathy, positivity and learning that is meaningful in this difficult time. Our SPS staff are superstars and I am humbled by the efforts! ❤️
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Congratulations @casehighprinc I think tonight’s tribute spoke volumes about your impact. Wishing you the best luck and prosperity in your retirement! Be well, be safe and take care! You will be missed! @JosephCaseHS
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@superswansea16
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His Fight is Our Fight! Admin building showing our support for Brayden! #BraydenStrong 💪🧡💪🧡 @casejrhigh @JosephCaseHS @esbrownschool @LutherSchool @Gardner_02777 @HoyleSchool @ewhite_white
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As the 19-20 school year comes to a close tomorrow, I just want to reiterate how proud I am of our students, staff, parents & admins! This has been a trying year to say the least. Enjoy the summer, stay safe and be well! #Perseverance #community #takesavillage #WeAreAllCardinals
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Happy Earth Day!! 🌎 This was always one of Amanda’s favorite days! I know our ‘go green’ girl is smiling down today! ❤️🌎🐼
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Swansea will have an early release tomorrow, March 21, 2018. No afternoon activities and no PM preK. Be safe!
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So I am sooo proud of all the graduates, staff and students for making our 1st annual Senior Stroll a huge success! Thank you! Here’s some more pics of JHS-Brown-gardner run! @JosephCaseHS @casejrhigh @esbrownschool @Gardner_02777 @HoyleSchool @Luther_School @JulianneLimaTV
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I’m so excited to be in-person on Monday to welcome our Swansea staff back for the kick off of 21-22! We may be masked, but we’ll be back in the buildings and ready to go for students on Tuesday! @Gardner_02777 @HoyleSchool @LutherSchool @esbrownschool @casejrhigh @JosephCaseHS
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This week is Teacher Appreciation Week, I am so proud of the work our teachers do ‘normally’...but at this time I have to say that our teachers have brought T/L to the next level! THANK YOU for all that you do! #StudentsComeFirst and you demonstrate that everyday! #SuperProud
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Sending positive thoughts and prayers on behalf of our Swansea School community to the family and friends of Cam Audet. A tragic loss of life much too soon. Counselors will be available at the HS today from 9-11 @CaseSports @JosephCaseHS
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Humbled by the opportunity to 'perform' tonite in The Drowsy Chaperone! Great bunch of talented students! TY! @MrJeronimo_Case @case_theatre
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Congratulations to Swansea’s Class of 2018! 🎓🎉🎈 Enjoy the day, stand proudly, make good decisions, keep each other safe, thank your parents and loved ones, be kind, be agents of change and always remember; We Are All Cardinals! @JchsClass18 @JosephCaseHS
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My wish for 2019 is that we model kindness, empathy, understanding and tolerance. That we continue to work as a community to embody these values and instill them in our Ss so they grow to understand that there is no room for hatred. #community #positivity #WeAreAllCardinals
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So proud of our daughter, Katie, for completing her accelerated nursing degree through Northeastern and getting ‘pinned’ today! #proud
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I'd like to take a moment to wish our whole Swansea Community a very happy and healthy Thanksgiving holiday! Take time to cherish loved ones and to be thankful for the good things in life! Be well...
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22 years ago, I married this beautiful woman; the love of my life...I’m a mighty lucky guy!
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I just want to say how impressed, and proud, I am with the tenacity, creativity, and flexibility that our Swansea educators have demonstrated throughout this school year. It is difficult for everyone, but our educators have never worked harder ensuring that Students Come First!
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My nana always said, “love the ones you love each and every day, you never know what tomorrow brings.” ...a wise woman was my nana...hug your babies!
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Sending our Somerset neighbors sincere condolences and positive thoughts on behalf of Swansea Public Schools @schoonoverjeff
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Jeff Schoonover
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Thank you to all of our custodians, maintenance, transportation staff, DPW and Ryan Nadeau (and crew) that came in and worked hard today to make sure we’re up and ready for students and staff tomorrow!! #community #takesavillage #StudentsComeFirst
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Thank you @casehighprinc for all of your years of service to Swansea Public Schools! You leave @JosephCaseHS a better place then when you began. Enjoy your retirement, you’ve definitely earned it! #goodluck #youwillbemissed #youwillalwaysbeacardinal #SuperProud …see you soon
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Final dismissal @JosephCaseHS . My heart is full. ❤️
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Excited to announce that Swansea just got one step closer in the process of building a new junior high with MSBA’s acceptance of us into the next phase of their program! @casejrhigh @JosephCaseHS @esbrownschool @Gardner_02777 @HoyleSchool @LutherSchool @ewhite_white #proud
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Preventative measures have been taken! 😂😂 Now go get ‘em Cardinals! @CaseSports @JosephCaseHS
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25 years ago I married this beautiful woman. There have been many joys and many heartbreaks over those years but we’ve persevered together. Now I’m looking forward to holding hands with my best friend for the next 25…and beyond!❤️
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As an update...we are still (anxiously) awaiting Governor Baker’s release of his plan for reopening of the schools for the fall. Once the plans are announced, we will continue working on putting those plans into action based upon the directives. #patienceissupposedtobeavirtue
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