‘Listener, learner’ Jennifer Scott joining principals at CCHS
Scott brings a varied background to the new role as assistant principal, having worked as a teacher and instructional coach.
Education
Principal Justin Cameron departing CMS after 9 years
Cameron is leaving to accept a leadership role overseeing student services and special education in Ashland Public Schools.
Residents push back on School Committee after chair elections
Some say the process discounted a board member’s voice and undermined the committees’ commitment to inclusion.
Schools look to widen student medication and restraint policies
Schools Superintendent Laurie Hunter proposed changes that broaden the responsibilities of school officials.
Photos: They love Lucey
Outgoing Willard Principal Matthew Lucey was surprised with a celebration honoring his years of leadership.
Amid jostling, school panels elect Waterson, Pisharody chairs
School Committee member Michael Williams lost four bids for a post while former members questioned the appointments.
Parents voice concerns as schools put cellphone policy on hold
Parents urged a closer look at technology use, including cellphones and screen time, at a recent School Committee meeting.
CMS solar project progressing without hoped-for $1.4M state grant
The Acton Municipal Light Plant is pursuing a private financing arrangement that could allow construction to begin soon.
A portrait of the artist(s): Students honored at art show
CCHS Class of 2026 urged to seize the day
“Today is not the end of something. It is the beginning of everything.”
‘Hate is hate’: DOJ compliance a first step, school leaders say
School Committee members voiced discomfort with the district’s revised anti-harassment and nondiscrimination policies.
School officials seek long-term fix after latest Thoreau fire
District leaders say they’re looking to redesign the heating and sprinkler system that caused two fires in the last five years.