Marblehead Public Schools

Good people of Marblehead Public Schools: “The best thing about the past is it shows you what not to bring into your future.” I came across this quote — without attribution, unfortunately — as I was beginning to think about the close of another academic year nearly upon us. With a month left until graduation, I find myself beginning to reflect on the year, what we have achieved and what goals and priorities we need to consider for next year. I am sure our soon-to-be graduates are also beginning to look back on their MPS journey. I doubt many seniors feel they are the same person they were at MVMS or Village. That is not to suggest they don’t have fond memories from their experiences there, but they have grown, matured and evolved. Looking back at our past experiences, su...

Good people of Marblehead Public Schools: The first week of May has been brimming with activity, and as you read today’s update it seems like the next several weeks will be as well. Town Meeting, Town Meeting, Town Meeting — three productive nights bear repeating. Thank you to the good people of Marblehead for voting overwhelmingly (534-230) at the second night of Town Meeting to approve a $2.5 million property tax override. This important proposal to provide level funding for our town and school departments now goes to a town-wide vote on June 20. Town Meeting is always an interesting insight into our community and a celebration of democracy in action. Perhaps the best capture of Town Meeting was provided by longtime Marblehead resident Jay Michaud when he said, “I don’t have...