Current Nashoba Superintendent Brooke Clenchy, who has held the post since August 2016, announced she was resigning in February, with her final day being May 28. Wednesday 12:30PM - 2:00PM. 50 Mechanic Street, Bolton, MA 01740; 978.779.0539 . Clenchy was appointed superintendent of the Nashoba Regional School District in August 2016, after serving as Senior Associate Commissioner of the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and previously as superintendent in the Ashland and Winchendon school districts. She had to make that decision (knowing) that powerful people in her region would be opposed (to canceling), he said. A newly renovated science academy in Stow is used for science and engineering instruction for elementary students. The district is studying getting kindergarteners back into classrooms and this week sent a survey out to parents. 3002 Superintendent of Schools Dr. Todd Maguire, Ext. The committee is also meeting on Thursday, May 27, at 7 p.m., to deliberate. The Nashoba Regional School District is comprised of two elementary schools, one PK-8 school, two middle schools, and one high school. I am so grateful to the outstanding employees across the district, including principals and assistant principals,teachers, librarians, aides, administrative staff, custodians and so many others, wrote Clenchy in her resignation letter. This ensures that our teachers have access to the latest tools and techniques to educate our students. That search process began in January. A weekly community newspaper serving Stow, Mass. Click Here for Agendas and Meeting Materials. Wednesday night, the Nashoba Regional School Committee voted to work with the Mass. In the past year during the COVID-19 pandemic, Boynton oversaw the transition to a hybrid learning model. I can see her smile, feel her energy. Along with the comprehensive core curriculum at each school, a broad range of programs including art, music, computer technology, and a comprehensive health program is offered at all levels K-8. A goodly number of people with children in IEP found the language disconcerting. Fitzgibbons said he was impressed with Dalys comprehensive knowledge of the whole job and that she was extremely well prepared for the interview. The names were announced Wednesday night. When the Ayer Shirley Regional School District School Committee met on Feb. 15, it revisited a topic that hasn't received much airtime: Submitting a statement of . At the joint school committee meeting Monday, Clenchy and the two other finalists, Chariho (R.I.) Regional School District Assistant Superintendent Jane Daley and Uxbridge Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Frank Tiano answered a series of questions that each received 15 minutes before their interviews. The PreK-12 Nashoba Regional School District includes students from the towns of Bolton, Lancaster, and Stow. 439670 Hwy 144 East Nashoba, Oklahoma 74558 Phone: 918-755-4343 Fax: 918-755-4418. [14], The district participated in a school choice program that was ended in 2015, due to a lack of space available for incoming students, especially in the high school, although already enrolled students were allowed to remain. The announcement came fromNashoba Regional School District Superintendent Brooke Clenchy. The area maintains its rural character with working farms and commercial apple orchards. Clenchy said they are focused on kindergarten because that is when students are learning to read, plus it is an easier discussion if the district does not have to worry about time on learning; that criteria, set by the state, begins at grade 1. She has extensive experience as superintendent of several other systems and was one of two senior associate commissioners of the state Department of Elementary and Secondary Education . In the fall, Nashoba enlisted the support of HEARD Strategy and Storytelling, a local marketing agency that donated its services to help with the rebranding process. Superintendent's Office Business and Finance Facilities Health Services Human Resources Nutrition Services Pupil Personnel Services Teaching and Learning Technology School Committee School Committee Members School Committee Members Terms of Office Calendars 2022-2023 SC Planning Calendar 2022-2023 School Year Calendar 50 Mechanic Street, Bolton, MA 01740; 978.779.0539 . Het CTI-programma, zei Heidi Riccio, de superintendent van Essex Tech, is een uitbreiding van de missie van de school als hulpmiddel, het biedt een basis voor een carrire in het vak en voorziet tegelijkertijd in een behoefte aan personeel. Nashoba Regional School District. Superintendent of Schools Brooke Clenchy will be resigning at the end of the current academic year. Nashoba Regional School District superintendent The Nashoba Regional School District School Committee has voted unanimously to approve "Nashoba Wolves" as the new Nashoba High. 4. Downing's appointment is subject to successful negotiations on a contract. I thank you and your colleagues for the support that you have provided me over the last five years. Clenchy has led Nashoba since 2016. 3. February 24, 2023 at 4:00 a.m. Correspondingly, each school-house was turned into a district. The original Hale building burned down in 1963 and was rebuilt in 1964. She came across as just a very genuine person. It is clear that the Districts students always come first in your minds and your actions. A poll of members found support for all three candidates, which led to a discussion of how their particular qualities best suited the position. [11], In the early 2000s, the district faced some financial issues. Boynton will assume the principal role following Steve Cullinane, a longtime teacher and assistant principal at NRHS, who has served as interim principal since late 2019. Beth Choquette, the principal at the Bridge Street School in Northampton, a position she has held since 2012; her original classroom experience was as a music teacher; Kirk Downing, currently the assistant superintendent of teaching, learning and innovation at the Natick Public Schools, a job he has held since 2018; and. Westford MA 01886. 439670 Hwy 144 East Nashoba, Oklahoma 74558 Phone: 918-755-4343 Fax: 918-755 . A letter is being sent out, Wednesday, March 16, Chairman Kathy Codianne said, to parents after the committee met March 15 to finalize the letter and an application form. (Feb. 3, 2021) The Nashoba Regional School Committee voted to accept Nashoba Regional School District Superintendent Brooke Clenchys resignation, which was provided pursuant to Section9 of her employment contract. He went into the classrooms. Joint school committee chair Judy Lindahal, also vice chair of the Eastham School Committee, said she was impressed that Tiano does a week-long residency in each school building. "Twenty percent of the student body is in special education," Gleason said. She holds a masters degree of arts in educational administration/curriculum from Gonzaga University in Spokane, Wash. Lindahl, Briere, and regional committee chair Chris Easley will negotiate a one-year contract for Clenchys services. The High School offers several Advanced Placement courses and an extensive variety of elective courses in all content areas as well as in the performing arts, visual arts, family and consumer science, and technology areas. After the layoffs, the libraries at the schools were run by volunteers, including retired librarians and the former librarians. Stewarts first choice was Daly, whose regional district is named for three towns in Rhode Island. Clenchy also worked for the state Department of Elementary and Secondary Education from 2014 to 2016. On April 12, Clenchy was named the interim superintendent of the Nauset schools. The Nashoba Regional School Committee is expected to initiate a professional search for Clenchys replacement and will be discussing that at its Feb. 10 meeting. The Nashoba School Committee issued a press release Wednesday night. District Calendar . The Nashoba Regional School District is a school district that is based in Bolton, Massachusetts and also serves the towns of Lancaster and Stow. Bob Dubis, Joseph Dubis, Carroll Young, Joe Dubis, Rufus Bassett. The committee voted for a 15-member committee consisting of the following:one elementary school teacher; one middle school teacher; one high school teacher; one central office staff; one principal; one parent with an elementary school child; one parent with a middle school child; one parent with a high school child; one parent with a child in special education; one parent with experience that would bring a diversity and inclusion perspective on a candidate; one town administrator; and four School Committee members. 3021 Assistant Superintendent of Schools For individual school contact information, see the School Contact Page. Superintendent's Contract; Stipend Schedule; Substitute Teaching; Unit A Evaluation Procedure; Nutrition Services; Pupil Personnel Services. Implementation of full-day kindergarten across the district This was a long-sought priority for parents and it required the alignment of major financial and logistical resources. I wanted to be sure that the School Committee had as much time as possible to make plans for the next school year. I think were looking for regional experience. Assistance Program for Lead in School Water, Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA or Act), Request for Student's Special Education Record, Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC), Digital Literacy and Computer Science MA Frameworks, 2022 - 2023 School Committee Meeting Calendar, News/Press Releases from the School Committee, Diversity, Equity, Awareness and Racial Justice, Regional Agreement Amendment Advisory Committee, Inactive Subcommittees / Advisory Committees. [3], The Nashoba Regional School District was established in March, 1951 and was originally planned to serve about 400 students. They are supported and assisted in the classroom by approximately 110 certified and non-certified tutors and aides. In March, 1953, Stow withdrew from the district, although it later rejoined. A committee of administrators and teachers sets the agenda for all early release days, professional development days, and a professional development newsletter. Nashoba Public Schools. [18][21] Other security measures, like a buzzer by the entrance, have also been implemented. The time, however, feels right to explore the next chapter of my professional career. She served as a senior associate commissioner with the state . But they also felt that Roche might be able to better inspire and connect with the community. The only rooms that did not, the locker rooms, will not be used. ", Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Association of School Committees (MASC) as its consultant, at a price not to exceed $13,000, to help with the search. Current Superintendent Brooke Clenchy gave her notice in February and her final day is May 28. The names were announced Wednesday night.. The regional committees vice chair, Judith Schumacher, was a strong voice for Clenchy. Educate All Students To Their Full Potential Dr. Curtis Bates, Interim Superintendent George P. King, Jr, Assistant . She was the first person who said, Brooke, you take this little group of students over here, and I want you to work them on this. That initial inspiration has driven me all those years later. Clenchy also cited the daily inspiration of her staff, communities, and students. We are genuinely excited to have a leader with such passion and vision join our District.. Superintendent's Office Business and Finance Facilities Health Services Human Resources Nutrition Services Pupil Personnel Services Teaching and Learning Technology School Committee School Committee Members School Committee Members Terms of Office Calendars 2022-2023 SC Planning Calendar 2022-2023 School Year Calendar The School Committee had an executive session Wednesday night "to conduct strategy sessions in preparation for negotiations with non union personnel or to conduct collective bargaining sessions or contract negotiations with nonunion personnel - superintendent of schools.". Clenchy became the superintendent in August 2016, after serving as senior associate commissioner of the Mass. Both are posted below: Busing is still a "huge question," with 204 students (or approximately 102 per cohort) needing buses. . The groups quoted prices of $9,500, $12,966 and $19,500 respectively. She didnt seem to flinch.. "Superintendent Clenchy has been a transformational leader whose work has led to meaningful improvements to learning, district operations and physical environment for our students and staff," Codianne wrote. Reach her at 508-626-3919 or zrazzaq@wickedlocal.com. May 10th, 2018 - Current Openings Anticipated Vacancies for the 2018 2019 Academic Year Assistant Superintendent Nashoba Regional School District 4 ELL Teacher Hale Middle School . BOLTON, Mass. She has also overseen the districts response to the COVID-19 pandemic, including remote learning initiatives to ensure the continuity of educational services during the public health crisis.Superintendent Clenchy has been a transformational leader whose work has led to meaningful improvements to learning, district operations and the physical environment for our students and staff, said Kathy Codianne, School Committee Chairperson. The three town administrators would choose one to serve on the committee. Nashoba Public Schools. e district employs approximately 225 certified regular education staff and 80 certified special education staff. [18][19] Another space saving measure has been to add portable classrooms. There are three principal groups that do these consultations: MASC (Mass. Related Links: Nashoba Valley Regional Vocational Technical. The process was guided by a Mascot Committee composed of administrators, teachers, coaches, alumni, and high school students. "I am so grateful to the outstanding employees across the district, including principals and assistant principals, teachers, librarians, aides, administrative staff, custodians and so many others," Clenchy said in her resignation letter. ORLEANS Pending contract negotiations, Nashoba Regional School District Superintendent Brooke Clenchy will serve as interim superintendent of the Nauset Regional School District for the 2021-22 school year. BOLTON - A help wanted sign is going up at the Nashoba Regional School District. By: Nashoba Regional District superintendent search application set for parents to apply. For that search, the superintendent was put on leave and an interim was chosen to fill the position, a part of the job Codianne said she hopes to avoid; she was the person responsible for finding the interim last time. It has taught us that we can leverage technology to deliver education that is comparable to in-person learning.". With a strong sense of accomplishment of the work that my team and I have done in collaboration with the School Committee, I submit my resignation as Superintendent of the Nashoba Regional School District effective at the end of the 2020-21 academic year. Clenchy came to Nauset from the Nashoba School District, where she was hired as superintendent in 2016. The district is committed to providing ongoing relevant professional development activities for all teachers. Other work experience includes superintendencies in Ashland (2012-14) and Winchendon (2008-12) as well as a district in Washburn, Maine (2003-07). Brooke Clenchy will become the Nauset Regional School District's interim superintendent on July 1. Prior to that, she led and taught in schools in Canada. 1:00 BOLTON - Three candidates - including a familiar face - have been named finalists for the Nashoba Regional School District superintendent position. Kathleen Boynton was chosen from three finalists. [23] In 2015, the district started a program that provided all eighth graders with Chromebooks in order to enhance the learning experience for students. BOLTON The process of selecting a new superintendent of schools is moving toward selection of a screening committee. Nashoba Regional School District 12 Green Road Bolton, MA 01740 Grades: 9-12 Opened: 1961 Last renovation: 2001 Square footage: 194,500 Enrollment: 987 . Monday is posted for 6 [/,/ to reorganize the committee before the 7 p.m. Interview. A stakeholder survey was posted via social media and on the schools website in December where students, families, alumni, faculty, and community members had the opportunity to voice their ideas for the new mascot. In September, 2002, the district eliminated media specialists (ie. [13] The district got a new superintendent, Michael Wood, to help the district financially recover. For faster navigation, this Iframe is preloading the Wikiwand page for Nashoba Regional School District . During a meeting of the Nashoba Regional School Committee, members were torn between Downing and Fitchburg High School Principal Jeremy Roche, who had previously served in a variety of roles at Nashoba Regional High School, including as principal from 2007 and 2011. In that time, with the support of the School Committee, my team and I have been able to create tremendous stability, even as theCOVID-19 pandemic over the last eleven months has threatened the health and economic security of residents across the Districts three communities. The Committee then held student voice sessions, inviting all high school and middle school students to join the virtual meetings to brainstorm ideas to further narrow the choices to two options - the Wolves or the Golden Bears. The academy closed down about twenty years later, likely because the other area schools had improved in quality. Superintendent's Reports Nashoba Notable Awards Upcoming District Meetings Click Here for Agendas and Meeting Materials 01 Mar Wednesday 12:30PM - 2:00PM Audit Advisory Meeting 01 Mar Wednesday 6:00PM - 6:30PM Budget and Warrant Subcommittee Meeting 01 Mar Wednesday 6:30PM - 8:30PM School Committee Meeting 06 Mar Monday 7:00PM - 8:00PM In a press release sent to local media, the Nashoba Regional School District announced that Superintendent Brooke Clenchy has tendered her resignation, effective at the end of this school year. Superintendent's Office Business and Finance Facilities Health Services Human Resources Nutrition Services Pupil Personnel Services Teaching and Learning Technology School Committee School Committee Members School Committee Members Terms of Office Calendars 2022-2023 SC Planning Calendar 2022-2023 School Year Calendar "A child is what a child is. PHOTO COURTESY OF ROBIN DUBIS ZIBRAT. "She is a great representative for our district," Clenchy said. A search for Conrads permanent successor will begin in the fall. Jeremy Roche, currently a principal at Fitchburg High School; prior to that, he was principal at Nashoba Regional High School from 2007-2011, assistant principal from 1999-2007, and an English teacher from 1996. 2. Early students in the area that would eventually become the district were usually taught privately, often by the minister. Log In. Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Finally, the community was surveyed in March, and overwhelmingly favored the Wolves by 84%. Also included was the resignation letter sent to the School Committee by Clenchy. Boynton earned a bachelors degree from American University, a masters degree in teaching from Boston College, and a masters degree in organizational management from Endicott College. It has taught us that we can leverage technology to deliver education that is comparable to in-person learning. She has also served as superintendent in Ashland and Winchendon as well as Washburn, Maine, and has also led and taught in schools in Canada. The committee debated the two candidates and held two more deadlocked votes. They are supported and assisted in the classroom by approximately 110 certified and non-certified tutors and aides. [10], The district also includes education programs for preschoolers. [2], As transportation became easier in the early 1900s, this early school district system was done away with completely, replacing the local primary schools with ones for entire towns Stow opened Union School in 1902. Association of School Committees (MASC) as its consultant, at a price not to exceed $13,000, to help with. The vote April 7 followed a thoughtful, collaborative process to explore mascot ideas from the broader school community and to retire the Chieftains nickname. [8] Even after the district grew to encompass students starting in kindergarten, pre-highschool students had little exposure to students from the other towns in the district, other than through programs like sports camps, like the Nashoba Summer Baseball Camp, which was founded in 2002. The school used the building and grounds of Stow Academy until 1903, when the building was rebuilt. Boynton has worked in secondary education for over 25 years. They then reworked the application form. Interim Principal Stephen Cullinane said the administrative team and custodians have been labeling halls as one way and figuring out procedures for cleaning. Also included was the resignation letter sent to the School Committee by Clenchy. By 1789, the town had grown to five school-houses, at which time the state legislature mandated the creation of small school districts that would serve a fraction of a town. 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