Monday, May 21, 2012
Tufts University's class of 2012 graduated Sunday.
Above photos are courtesy of Tufts University. Tufts University graduated its class of 2012 Sunday morning in front of thousands that gathered in The Green. Eric Greitens, an author, humanitarian and former Navy Seal, gave the commencement speech, in which he implored students to dedicate their lives to the things that bring them joy, but also contribute to society. "There are infinite possibilities for you for joy, for service, to make a contribution, and we need all of you to find your vocation," Greitens said. "To develop your joys, your passions, and to match them to the world’s great needs." Do you have a photo from the ceremony? Upload it to the gallery above.
Sunday, May 20, 2012
Eric Greitens will speak at today's commencement ceremony. Some Tufts athletes celebrated graduation early.
Eric Greitens, a Navy SEAL, Rhodes Scholar, humanitarian and author will give the commencement address at Tufts University this morning. Read more about Greitens here. Ceremonies begin at 9 a.m. on the Tufts University quad. Some graduating Tufts seniors celebrated their graduations early. Athletes from the women's softball team and men's lacrosse team will be playing in NCAA tournaments during commencement and had special ceremonies ahead of time, a Tufts tradition. The softball team earned a spot in the NCAA finals tournament in Virgina, and the lacrosse team is moving to the national semi-finals after a victory over RIT on Wednesday.
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Tufts University
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Friday, May 18, 2012
Tony Pierantozzi received the Presidents Award from the Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents, according to an announcement from the school district.
Editor's note: The following is from Somerville Public Schools: Somerville, MA – Somerville Public Schools Superintendent Tony Pierantozzi was recognized this afternoon as a 2012 Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents (M.A.S.S.) President’s Award winner. Pierantozzi was one of four Superintendents from throughout Massachusetts receiving this distinction. Dr. Mitchell Chester, Commissioner of the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education joined M.A.S.S. President, Maureen LaCroix in recognizing the award recipients for their leadership in public education at the President’s Annual Spring Meeting held in Marlborough, Massachusetts today. “I’m extremely honored and humbled to join my colleagues in …
Thursday, April 26, 2012
A look at the Chapter 70 funding estimated for the next fiscal year.
Taking into consideration the size of its overall population, Somerville receives a lower amount of state education funding, per capita, than do most other communities in Greater Boston. Somerville, with a population of about 76,000, is expected to receive about $19.3 million in Chapter 70 education funding in the upcoming fiscal year (though that number is subject to change, see below.) Compare that to Chealsea, with a population of around 37,500 and expected Chapter 70 funding of about $56 million, or Everett (population around 38,000; funding around $49 million.) Even Boston is expected to receive more state education funding per capita. See our chart below. Of course, many communites receive even less state funding, per capita, than …
Sunday, April 15, 2012
It's the 20th year Kennedy School students have competed at the national level, making the Somerville school the most successful school in the state, according to Kennedy School officials.
Editor's note: The following is from the John F. Kennedy Elementary School: ------------------------------- Kennedy Student Proves Again “That They Do Know Much About History!” On Saturday, March 31st fourteen students from the Kennedy School took part in the Massachusetts National History Day competition, with over 200 students competing from all over the state; the Kennedy school had a successful day. Of the six projects that competed, five won awards. Three of the projects will be heading to the University of Maryland on June 12th to compete in the national contest. This will be the Kennedy’s twentieth year competing at National’s making it the most successful middle school in Massachusetts. History Day has been proven successful …
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John F. Kennedy Elementary School
5 Cherry St, Somerville, MA
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Saturday, April 14, 2012
Williams will discuss politics and election coverage on April 23. Nobel Peace Prize winner Muhammad Yunus, "father of microcredit," will speak April 20.
Brian Williams, anchor of NBC Nightly News, will discuss politics and election coverage at the seventh annual Edward R. Murrow Forum on Issues in Journalism at Tufts University on April 23, according to an announcement from the university. The forum takes place at 12 p.m. at the Granoff Music Center, and it's free and open to the public. Muhammad Yunus, winner of the Nobel Peace Prize in 2006, is considered a father of the microcredit movement and was named one of "the 12 greatest entrepreneurs of our time" by Fortune Magazine. He speaks at 4 p.m. on April 20 at the Aidekman Arts Center. Those interested in seeing Yunus should reserve free tickets by calling Heather Montana at 617-627-4230.
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Cohen Auditorium at Tufts University
40 Talbot Ave, Medford, MA
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Granoff Music Center at Tufts University
20 Talbot Ave, Medford, MA
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Monday, April 2, 2012
Mazza comes to Somerville from the Holyoke public school system.
Editor's note: The following was provided by Somerville Public Schools: --------------------------------------- CHAD MAZZA NAMED PRINCIPAL AT THE WINTER HILL COMMUNITY SCHOOL Seasoned School Principal Takes Senior Leadership Position at Winter Hill Somerville, MA – Somerville Public Schools Superintendent, Tony Pierantozzi, announces that Chad Mazza will take the Principal position at the Winter Hill Community School. Mr. Mazza, who will be relocating to the Boston area, brings seven years of K-8 leadership experience to his new post and will join the Somerville Public Schools leadership team after serving as Principal for six years in the Holyoke Public Schools. He is currently completing his first year as the Principal of the Lt. Elm J…
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Winter Hill Community School
115 Sycamore St, Somerville, MA
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Greitens will speak at the university's graduation ceremonies on May 20.
Editor's note: The following, provided by Tufts University, announces Eric Greitens as the university's 2012 commencement speaker. If you're curious about Greitens, check out this appearance he made on the Colbert Report. ---------------- Eric Greitens to Deliver Tufts' Commencement Address May 20 Humanitarian, Author and Navy SEAL to Receive Honorary Degree; Will Be Joined by Distinguished Educator, Biologist, Humanitarian, Social Entrepreneur MEDFORD/SOMERVILLE, Mass. – Eric Greitens, humanitarian, award-winning author, and decorated Navy SEAL officer, will deliver Tufts University's commencement address on Sunday, May 20, 2012. Greitens was born and raised in Missouri. After graduating from Duke University, he was selected as a …
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Tufts University
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Friday, March 30, 2012
DePasquale has been with the Somerville schools since 2000.
It's been a big week for hiring in the Somerville Public Schools district. On Wednesday, the district announced the hiring or John Oteri as headmaster of Somerville High School and Jill Geiser as principal of the Healey School. Friday, the district announced it hired Margaret DePasquale as principal of the the Next Wave and Full Circle schools, which are alternative middle school and high schools for students with special needs. Below is the announcement from Somerville Public Schools: MARGARET DEPASQUALE NAMED PRINCIPAL OF NEXT WAVE / FULL CIRCLE Dedicated Leader/Educator Takes on Senior Position after 12 Years at Next Wave/Full Circle Somerville, MA – Somerville Public Schools (SPS) Superintendent, Tony Pierantozzi, announced last night …
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Next Wave Junior High
8 Bonair St, Somerville, MA
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Full Circle High School
11 Otis St, Somerville, MA
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Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Geiser comes to Somerville from a middle school in Lawrence.
On Wednesday morning, Somerville Public Schools announced two major hires. John Oteri, currently an assistant pricinpal at Somerville High School, was named headmaster of that school. In addition, Jill S. Geiser was named principal of the Healey School. Below is the announcement from Somerville Public Schools regarding the hire of Geiser: JILL S. GEISER NAMED PRINCIPAL AT THE HEALEY SCHOOL Dynamic School Leader takes Healey School Senior Position Somerville, MA – Somerville Public Schools Superintendent, Tony Pierantozzi, announced last night that Jill S. Geiser will take the Principal position at the Arthur D. Healey School. Ms. Geiser takes the senior leadership position at the Healey School after serving three years as Principal of the…
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Arthur D. Healey School
5 Meacham St, Somerville, MA
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Chris Orchard
4:55 pm on Friday, April 27, 2012
Thanks, Luc, for that excellent information. more ›