Welcome to Superintendent Spotlight, a new feature where we highlight stories about our members (Superintendents and Assistant Superintendents) and the critical roles they play in ensuring a great public education for the students and families of Massachusetts. Visit this page for news and announcements about our members, as well as profiles of some of the professionals who lead school districts across the Commonwealth.
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MEMBER NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
- Kathryn (Katie) Roberts has been named permanent Superintendent of the Hingham Public Schools.
- The Daily Times Chronicle highlights Superintendent Dr. Thomas Milaschewski‘s plans to elevate the Reading Public Schools.
- Dr. Michael Jette, the new Superintendent of Hull Public Schools, is featured in The Hull Times for presenting his entry plan and goals for the year ahead.
- 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 School Committee has extended the contract of Nantucket Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Elizabeth (Beth) Hallett by an additional three years – through June 30, 2029.
- Three Massachusetts Superintendents are featured in the latest issue of SchoolCEO Magazine for innovative leadership practices:
- Dianne Kelly, Revere Public Schools, “Not the Same Old Story: How Dr. Dianne Kelly is working to rewrite the K-12 rule book.”
- Teresa Murphy, Mansfield Public Schools, “The VIP Treatment: Creating experiences for teacher retention and recruitment.”
- Dr. Robert Tremblay, Framingham Public Schools, “Pics or It Didn’t Happen: Using digital marketing to amplify experiences.”
- The School Committee has extended the contract of Bill Runey, Superintendent of the Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School District, by an additional three years – through June 30, 2028.
- Aaron Polansky, Superintendent-Director of Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical High School, was recently inducted into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame.
- Dr. Sonia Dinnall, the new Superintendent of Springfield Public Schools, was featured in New England Public Media on plans and priorities for the new school year.
- The Chelsea Record highlighted the work of Dr. Almi Abeyta, Superintendent of Chelsea Public Schools, and her leadership team to launch the Chelsea Children’s Cabinet.
- Andrew O’Leary, Superintendent of New Bedford Public Schools, published a commentary in the New Bedford Light about school segregation.
MEMBER PROFILES
Marcus L. Ware, Ed.D., Superintendent, Chicopee
Armand Pires, Ph.D. Superintendent, Medway
Barbara Malkas, Ed.D., Superintendent, North Adams
More profiles coming soon…
To submit an item for a Superintendent Spotlight
M.A.S.S. members, please let us know if you or a fellow Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent:
- receive an honor, award, or recognition,
- are featured in the media for an innovation or achievement,
- publish a guest column or other opinion piece on PK-12 education issues,
- attain an academic degree or other professional advancement,
- are appointed to a new position, or
- have other news to share about your tenure or career.
Please note: We know that there are many stories to share about successes in your schools and your district, but Spotlight stories will be specifically about YOU — our members.
To submit your news, please complete this form.