Social Media and Schools
An article in yesterday’s New York Times captures the dilemma schools face as we encourage the use of more social media in our schools. Teachers, parents, and students use the new media as a primary...
View ArticleHappy Holidays!
My Favorite Munchkin Max Hoping that all of our Bedford families have a wonderful holiday season! In the coming week, take the time to relax and savor the company of those who are most important to...
View ArticleUpdate: FY 2013 Budget
Here’s a quick update on the status of our FY2013 Budget. The Finance Committee has approved the FY 2013 School Committee Budget for $32,787,202, a 3.38% increase over FY2012. It is important to...
View ArticleHenry Turner Appointed Bedford High School Principal
I am very pleased to report that Henry Turner has accepted the Bedford High School Principal position starting July 1st. By way of background, Henry has been a Housemaster at Newton South High School...
View ArticleGood Luck to BHS Teams Headed to the Division 3 North Semi-Finals
Good luck to the two Bedford High School teams headed to the Division 3 North Semi-Finals. Girls’ Basketball: St. John’s Prep Danvers at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 7th. Hockey: Chelmsford Forum at...
View ArticleEnjoy the 2012 April Vacation
Just a quick note to say have a great April Vacation Week. As we head into the vacation break, we do so with an approved budget for FY2013. Special thanks to the Bedford School Committee, the...
View ArticleStrategic Plan 2012-2017
The 2012-2017 Strategic Plan for the Bedford Public Schools has been approved by the Bedcord School Committee. The Strategic Plan has been designed as a roadmap for the future articulating key system...
View ArticleJohn Glenn Middle School Places 16th in National Math Contest
I am pleased to announce that the National Assessment and Testing Administration (NAEP) has determined that John Glenn Middle School has some of the best middle school mathematicians in the country, as...
View ArticleCongratulations to the Bedford High School Girls Tennis Team
Congratulations to the Bedford High School Girls Tennis Team, winners of the Division 3 North Sectionals and the South Division. Look for details in the morning on BHS website on the State Finals...
View ArticleThank You to a Special Community
As I begin my final days in the Bedford Public Schools, I want to say thank you to a special community that has been so supportive of our schools during my 15 year tenure. When I came to Bedford in...
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