Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents
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News & Updates
M.A.S.S. urges MA Congressional Delegation to intervene on USDOE
The letter asks for Congressional support to protect federal education funding.
Gratitude to Russell Johnston
We are grateful for Dr. Johnston's distinguished service in Massachusetts.
Superintendent Spotlight
Superintendent Spotlight: Dr. Michael F. Fitzpatrick
"Doc" Fitzpatrick will retire in June after leading the district for 31 years.
Assistant Superintendent Spotlight: Lori A. Gallivan
Ms. Gallivan is a strong advocate for professional learning among Assistant Superintendents.
Upcoming Events
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2024/10/30/
- Connecticut Valley Superintendents RoundtableFri Apr 4 2025, 12:30pm EDT
- MSSN Facilitator MeetingFri Apr 4 2025, 9:00am EDT - 2:00pm EDT
- WELN CommitteeMon Apr 7 2025, 08:00am EDT - 09:00am EDT
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Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents
The Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents, originated in 1973, is the only statewide organization dedicated to the unique professional and advocacy concerns of school superintendents and assistant superintendents.
Check out the latest issue of “Supe Scoop” for important news about M.A.S.S. and PK-12 education in Massachusetts.
In this edition…
🇺🇸 Letter to Congress: USDOE Funding
🏅 Superintendent of the Year
🎤 WELN Conference
💬 Spotlight: Dr. Michael F. Fitzpatrick
📈 Joint Statement: Budget Pressures
🎓 Graduation Council
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M.A.S.S. leaders sent a letter to the Massachusetts Congressional Delegation, requesting their intervention to maintain the US Department of Education and protect $2 billion in federal education funding for Massachusetts, as well as $106 million in pandemic recovery funds revoked last week from 20 Massachusetts school districts. bit.ly/4ldmMlK … See MoreSee Less
The School Committee has extended the contract of Stefan Czaporowski as Superintendent of the Westfield Public Schools through June 30, 2028. Congratulations! bit.ly/4lhBt7F … See MoreSee Less


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