“It doesn’t make sense for politicians in Hartford to mandate day-by-day curriculum plans. I know Ann (Carabillo), you’re going to say it was all designed by experts, but it’s still a political process.” – BOE member Cody Kittle Continue Reading →
Kathleen Stowe
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Greenwich BOE Votes Unanimously to Rescind Face Mask Policy in Schools, Effective March 1, 2022
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“We feel like we have a lot of positive indicators to move in this direction. It’s a great step forward, and we’re very hopeful for the rest of the year.” – Dr. Toni Jones, Greenwich Schools Superintendent Continue Reading →
Filed under: Health, Schools, Christina Downey, Cody Kittle, Dr. Toni Jones, Greenwich Schools, Joe Kelly, Karen Hirsh
BOE Public Comment Focuses on “Free Speech,” Students Eating Outdoors in the Cold
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During Thursday’s public hearing portion of the meeting, there were comments on policy 9325, as well as the practice of teachers bringing students outdoors for lunch in winter. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Schools, Carl Higbie, Cody Kittle, Dr. Toni Jones, Greenwich Schools, Jackie Homan, James Waters, Karen Kowalski
LETTER: Time to Bring Back Rationality in Politics; Vote Mercanti-Anthony and Kittle for BOE
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“What we do not need on the Board of Education is
more controversial personalities who will unnecessarily inject fringe ideologies into every issue that comes before the board.” – Greg Piccininno Continue Reading →
Filed under: Board of Education, Cody Kittle, Greg Piccininno, Kathleen Stowe, Laura Kostin, Michael-Joseph Mercanti-Anthony
Fiery Board of Ed Debate Touches on Masks, Curriculum, Capital, Achievement Gap, Social-Emotional Learning
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In the speed round of questions, candidates were asked if they agreed with the views of the group who call themselves Greenwich Patriots. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Schools, Board of Education, Cody Kittle, curriculum, Dr. Toni Jones, Greenwich Schools, Joe Kelly, Kara Philbin
Greenwich DTC Formally Endorses Candidates for the 2021 Municipal Election
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“At their July 21st meeting, pursuant to state law, the Greenwich Democratic Town Committee formally endorsed an impressive group of candidates for the 2021 municipal elections. They are consistently well-qualified and well-versed in how town government works.” – Greenwich DTC Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Bill Grad, Bill Kelly, David Weisbrod, Dawn Fortunato, Donnie Romeo, Howard Richman, Janet Stone McGuigan
PHOTOS: GHS Class of 2021 Celebrates a Live Graduation on the Heels of Historic Pandemic
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The Greenwich High School class of 2021 was able to enjoy a live graduation.
“We have the rare opportunity to experience everything in our lives as though it is for the first time. So go and make your firsts.” – Meredith Blanchard, Class of 2021 president Continue Reading →
Filed under: Schools, 2021, Christina Downey, Colin Speaker, COVID-19, Dr. Toni Jones, GHS class of 2021, Greenwich High School
Greenwich DTC’s Nominating Committee Recommends Candidates for Municipal Election
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The Nominating Committee of the Greenwich Democratic Town Committee announced on Monday a full slate of candidates for the upcoming municipal elections. Pursuant to state law, the DTC will hold its nominating convention to endorse candidates at its July 21 meeting. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Bill Grad, Bill Kelly, David Weisbrod, Dawn Fortunato, Donnie Romeo, DTC, Elizabeth Krumeich
BOE Extends Schools Chief Contract 2 Years Despite Reluctance of Two Members
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After some angry voices during the public hearing, Dr. Toni Jones was given glowing reviews from six board members. Two board members said they’d prefer a one year contract extension instead of two, in order not to “tie the hands” of new members of the board in the fall. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Schools, Barbara O'Neill, Board of Education, Central Middle School, Christina Downey, Covid, Dr. Toni Jones, Greenwich High School
Forum Announced: Fixing Greenwich Public Schools Infrastructure – The Plan and the Cost
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Panelists will include Schools Superintendent Dr. Toni Jones, Chief Operating Officer Sean O’Keefe, Facilities Director Dan Watson, School Board chair Peter Bernstein and Vice chair Kathleen Stowe. Continue Reading →