Though Peter Sherr was absent, the Board of Education voted unanimously for current chair Peter Bernstein to retain his position. Continue Reading →
Bernstein Wins Unanimously in BOE Vote for Another Term as Chair
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Greenwich Schools Convocation Kicks off with Standing Ovation for Ralph Mayo
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There was much energy in the air at convocation which was held in the GHS performing arts center on Monday morning. Speakers included Ralph Mayo, Peter Bernstein, student government president Alexander Kosyakov, GEA president Carol Sutton, and CT Teacher of the Year Program Michele Giorlando DeRosa.
The event concluded with a keynote address from motivational speaker, Eric Sheninger Continue Reading →
Filed under: Schools, Alexander Kosyakov, Amy DiNicola-Hickman, Bill Bogardus, Bob Stacy, Bobby Darula, Carol Sutton, Christine Kovac
BOE Votes Unanimously to Appoint EMS Principal Ralph Mayo as Interim Superintendent of Greenwich Schools
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In the packed board room at Havemeyer, Mr. Mayo received a standing ovation from all who attended. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Schools, Dr. Jill Gildea, Eastern Middle School, Greenwich Public Schools, Kathleen Stowe, Peter Bernstein, Ralph Mayo
BOE to Superintendent: Slice “Opportunity Block” to Half Hour
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Without a full 45 minute opportunity block, it will not be possible to offer students a full credit course at the end of the school day. The BOE advised the administration to devise a structured 30 minutes for students who are not excused for sports or school sanctioned activity so that they don’t just leave school early. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Schools, Barbara O'Neil, Dr. Chris Winters, Dr. Jill Gildea, Gaetane Francis, Greenwich High School, Jennifer Dayton, Kathleen Stowe
Letter: I wonder where current elected officials stand on national issues
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“Our only hope is you, me, us, standing together – becoming informed and voting – for what is decent and fair for all. The 2018 election, although not Presidential, is crucial.” – Monica Prihoda, RTM Old Greenwich District 6 Continue Reading →
Filed under: Letter to the Editor, Greenwich Republican Town Committee, Monica Prihoda, Peter Bernstein, Peter Tesei, Richard DePreta, Sandy Litvack
Feedback Is Plentiful on Greenwich Schools Facilities 15-Year, $750,000,000 Plan
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The idea of demolishing CMS and dispersing students to expanded EMS and WMS middle schools did not go down well. Parkway received only a mention. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Schools, Dr. Jill Gildea, facilities master plan, Janet McMahon, Jennifer Dayton, Peter Bernstein, Russell Davidson
BOE Approves Gildea’s Start/End Time Creative Solution for GHS: The “Opportunity Block”
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Dr. Gildea proposed a creative solution to the “pain points” in this year’s new GHS start/end times. The idea of a non-rotating “opportunity block” at the end of the day would allow athletes to leave for games without missing a core academic subject. Most of the board members reacted very favorably. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Schools, Barbara O'Neill, Dr. Chris Winters, Dr. Gaetane Francis, Dr. Jill Gildea, Jennifer Dayton, Kathleen Stowe, Lauren Rabin
Gildea: No discussions about returning to the old school start time. We’re seeking a logistics solution.
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After parents and students urged the Superintendent and BOE not to roll back start times, Greenwich Schools Superintendent said the start/end time steering committee is focusing on logistics, not on a roll back of start times. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Schools, Alissa Landberg, Board of Education, Dr. Chris Winters, Dr. Jill Gildea, Greenwich High School, Greg Goldstein, Jennifer Dayton
Greenwich Schools Community Service Awards Shine a Light on Extraordinary Students
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In addition to awards for students at all the elementary, middle schools and GHS students – one in each of the five houses – the Fleishman Award for Community Service, which WMS principal called “The Ernie,” went to René Lapointe Jameson. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Schools, Volunteering, Brigid Barry, Dana Tulotta, David Walko, Dr. Chris Winters, Dr. Jill Gildea, Ernest Fleishman
Is Charter Change Dead? We’ll See on Thursday Morning at the Board of Selectmen Meeting
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On Thursday, Nov 30, the Board of Selectmen will meet to honor outgoing Selectman Drew Marzullo and to discuss the issue of charter change. Continue Reading →