Education - Marblehead Current

08 Jun

Fourth graders get muddy for Marblehead’s future oyster reefs

Leigh BlanderEducation, Environment, Top Stories

At low tide Friday morning along the muddy shoreline of Lead Mills, about 20 Tower School fourth-grade students watched intently as George Thatos explained how a stack of specially designed plates could help restore an entire marine ecosystem. Moments later, the lesson shifted from classroom theory to hands-on science. With his boots sinking deep into the muck of Salem Harbor, Thatos waded toward the water carrying one of his oyster reef restoration devices. A cluster of students trailed behind eagerly — a few venturing a…

05 Jun

Marblehead Class of 2026 graduates, embarks on new chapter

Luca TedescoEducation, Marblehead Public Schools, Top Stories

“Class of 2026, today is about us,” were the words from Marblehead High School salutatorian Ian Chemel during an address to the graduating class of 2026 at Piper Field on Friday night. “We’re done! We did it! We got up for that dreaded 7:55 a.m. bell however many hundreds of times," Chemel added. "We pushed through probably thousands of pages of notes and who knows how many essays and lab reports and presentations. On this day of celebration, I hope we can all take a…

03 Jun

Music, food & history to mark Marblehead Juneteenth celebration

Leigh BlanderEducation, Entertainment, Local News

The town of Marblehead, in partnership with the North Shore Juneteenth Association, will host an expanded community Juneteenth celebration June 12 on the Abbot Hall lawn, bringing together residents for an afternoon of music, food, culture and reflection. The free event will take place from 4 to 6 p.m. and will honor the history, culture and significance of Juneteenth through performances, education and community connection. Residents and visitors of all ages are invited to attend. Marblehead students hold Juneteenth flags at a past celebration outside…

02 Jun

COLUMN: School Committee update

Submitted ContentEducation, Local News, Marblehead Public Schools

June 9 override ballot: What you need to know Marblehead voters will see three override questions on the June 9 ballot. Here is a brief recap of why the override was proposed and how the vote works. Why the override is needed The School Committee approved a $47.6 million FY27 budget that required eliminating 18.25 FTE positions. This is the first time in recent memory that the district’s total budget has been reduced in dollar terms. To close the $3.1 million gap, the district used…

01 Jun

Headlight: June 3, 2026

Headlight StaffEducation, Headlight

Check out the final issue of Marblehead High School’s Headlight for the 2025-26 school year. In this edition: Assistant Editor Anna Cruikshank, a sophomore, reports on the future plans of the MHS Class of 2026. Sophomore reporter Jack Buckley recaps a successful season for the MHS JV baseball team. Assistant Editor Evan Eisen reflects on what he has learned from two years of working in the Headlight newsroom. Headlight June 3, 2026 Layout - FinalDownload

01 Jun

CURRENT EVENTS: Marblehead’s best bets coming up

Leigh BlanderCommunity Resources, Culture, Education, Entertainment, Local History, Recreation, Top Stories

Current Events spotlights notable happenings around town in the coming week. To submit a listing, email Current Editor Leigh Blander at lblander@marbleheadnews.org Jazz evening Thursday, June 4, 7-10:30 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.)The jazz artist Alex Minasian Quartet will perform at The Marblehead Arts Association, 8 Hooper St. Enjoy a cash bar. Tickets are $35 and can be purchased at tickettailor.com/events/marbleheadarts/2182376 or in advance at the Marblehead Art Association or at Arnould Gallery. The Heritage Friend Event Thursday, June 4, 5:30-7 p.m. Join Essex Heritage for an evening exploring hidden histories…

01 Jun

Preschoolers plant garden to feed families in need

Grey CollinsCommunity Resources, Community Service, Education, Environment, Health, Nonprofit corner, Religion, Top Stories

On Wednesday morning, May 20, the raised gardens on Community Road were buzzing with activity, as preschool students spent the morning digging in the earth, planting vegetables and learning about gardening from their teachers. Soon, the fruits (and vegetables) of their labor will be delivered to the Marblehead Food Pantry by the Manna Project to provide those struggling with food insecurity with fresh produce. JCC preschoolers plant vegetables and fruits, which will be harvested for the Marblehead Food Pantry. It's part of the Manna Project.…

29 May

Marblehead Senior Project showcase reveals talents, interests of Class of 2026

Leigh BlanderArt, Business, Culture, Education, Entertainment, Fashion, Health, Marblehead Public Schools, Top Stories

Marblehead High School seniors shared everything from dog-training techniques to motorcycle repair, kayak building and social media marketing during the school’s annual Senior Project Gallery Walk on Friday, May 29, where nearly 170 students presented months of independent work to parents, teachers, School Committee members and Superintendent John Robidoux. Held inside the high school field house, the event highlighted the wide range of interests pursued by the Class of 2026 through internships, creative projects, research and hands-on learning experiences. For senior Callie Curtis, the project…

28 May

New Brick Kitchen exhibit centers humanity of enslaved people

Leigh BlanderEducation, Local History, Top Stories

A new permanent exhibit opening June 1 at the Marblehead Museum’s Brick Kitchen seeks to tell a difficult but deeply human story about the lives of enslaved people who lived and worked in Marblehead. Housed inside the museum’s newly restored Brick Kitchen building on Washington Street, the exhibit features 10 striking portraits by Peabody artist Yamanda Wright representing enslaved individuals whose stories were uncovered through years of archival research. Lauren McCormack, director of the Marblehead Museum, stands inside the new Brick Kitchen exhibit, which opens…

26 May

Brown School students lace up for Fun Run

Leigh BlanderEducation, Local News, Marblehead Public Schools

About 450 Brown School pre-K through third-grade students dressed in a rainbow of colors and raised more than $31,000 during the school community’s 10th annual Fun Run on May 21. Principal Mary Maxfield and Brown School mascot Hoppy the Frog warm up with 450 Brown School students before the 10th annual Fun Run.COURTESY PHOTOS / HAYLEY MARTIN Wearing tie-dyed t-shirts, the kids, ages 3-10, celebrated fitness and school spirit. The fundraiser received donations from 22 states and countries around the world, as far away as Uruguay. Over…