Now that the dust has settled from the resignation of Superintendent Dr. John Buckey, let’s focus on the School Committee. It’s been nine weeks since Buckey’s departure on Aug. 2, and yet we are no closer to understanding why the School Committee wanted him gone. It's only natural that community members have come up with their own explanations, connecting dots that may or … [Read more...] about What’s the deal between the superintendent and the School Committee?
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School Committee to search for new interim superintendent, releases executive-session minutes
The School Committee welcomed two representatives from the New England School Development Council to its Friday morning meeting, seeking assistance in the hiring process for an interim superintendent of schools. While Michelle Cresta was named acting superintendent after the resignation of Dr. John Buckey, the committee now plans to hire a different person to serve as … [Read more...] about School Committee to search for new interim superintendent, releases executive-session minutes
Public heard for first time since super resignation
The School Committee met in public Friday afternoon for the first time since the resignation of former Superintendent of Schools Dr. John Buckey last week. This was also the committee’s first public meeting since the decision to cancel a vote about exercising the early-termination clause in Buckey’s contract. More than 150 participants tuned into the meeting on Zoom, and … [Read more...] about Public heard for first time since super resignation
Public heard for first time since superintendent’s resignation
The School Committee met in public Friday afternoon for the first time since the resignation of former Superintendent of Schools Dr. John Buckey last week. This was also the committee’s first public meeting since the decision to cancel a vote about exercising the early-termination clause in Buckey’s contract. More than 150 participants tuned into the meeting on Zoom, and … [Read more...] about Public heard for first time since superintendent’s resignation
Recess expansion considered in Marblehead
School Committee members met publicly for the first time since Superintendent Dr. John Buckey’s resignation for a Policy Subcommittee meeting to discuss the district’s recess and athletic policies Friday. More than 50 people attended the meeting, which was led by Committee member Jenn Schaeffner. The district’s new acting superintendent, Michelle Cresta, also spoke … [Read more...] about Recess expansion considered in Marblehead