As early voting begins this week, we want to take this opportunity to reiterate the position of M.A.S.S. opposing Question 2. ![]()
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🎓 If approved, Question 2 would eliminate the only statewide standard for high school graduation in Massachusetts.![]()
🎓 The ballot question fails to stipulate a replacement for MCAS exams as a graduation requirement, leaving each city and town to set their own standards for earning a high school diploma.![]()
🎓 At the same time, we believe that Grade 10 MCAS exams alone are insufficient as the statewide standard for graduation and have called upon State leaders to begin a process immediately after Election Day – regardless of the outcome of Question 2 – for developing and adopting a more comprehensive set of requirements for students to demonstrate competency.![]()
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We also believe it is important to clarify the scope of Question 2. The ballot question:![]()
🚫 Does not reduce or eliminate MCAS testing at any grade level.![]()
🚫 Does not change the use of MCAS exams in the State accountability system.![]()
🚫 Does not stipulate a new statewide standard for high school graduation.![]()
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The recent Boston Globe editorial opposing Question 2 underscores the importance of the high school graduation requirement as a critical factor in Massachusetts’ success leading the nation in education reform. The editorial also counters some of the arguments in favor of Question 2 and corrects misinformation about the ballot question. Read the editorial: bit.ly/3Y4Cghl![]()
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➡️ M.A.S.S. position statement on Question 2: bit.ly/3N1icHH![]()
➡️ M.A.S.S. letter to State leaders: bit.ly/3ZTUXXz![]()
➡️ No on 2: Protect Our Kids’ Future (campaign website): bit.ly/4eCNdh1![]()
➡️ Secretary of State’s Information for Voters Book: bit.ly/3BCJm54
The second profile in our Superintendent Spotlight series features M.A.S.S. President Dr. Armand Pires. Read about the career path that led Armand to his tenth year as Superintendent of Medway Public Schools, as well as his thoughts about the challenges and opportunities facing Superintendents across the Commonwealth. bit.ly/3ZR71sr
Dr. Michael Jette, new Superintendent of Hull Public Schools, is featured in The Hull Times for presenting his entry plan and goals for the year ahead. bit.ly/47CjwtO
Maricel Goris, Deputy Superintendent for Lynn Public Schools , is featured in the Daily Item for her selection in Cohort 6 of DESE’s Influence 100 program. The two-year fellowship aims to “increase the racial and ethnic diversity of superintendents in Massachusetts, create more culturally responsive districts and leaders across the Commonwealth, and promote better outcomes for students.” bit.ly/47xSAeH
Job Posting: Assistant Superintendent for Finance, Operations, and Human Resources![]()
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REPORTS TO: Superintendent of Schools SUPERVISES: Business Office Staff, Facilities and Maintenance Staff, Human Resources Staff QUALIFICATIONS: •Master’s Degree in education, business administrat...