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Superintendent's Update
by Needham Public Schools Superintendent's Update 24 Jan '17

24 Jan '17

Dear Needham Families: Allow me to share a few updates as we begin a new week of learning in the Needham Schools: *• Bus Updates on Twitter* There are times a bus or van can be delayed due to road conditions or a mechanical issue. Parents and students who wish to receive updates about school transportation can sign on to Twitter to receive timely, updated, and helpful alerts: https://twitter.com/NeedhamPSTrans Parents and students are also encouraged to follow me on Twitter to receive important school news and updates, including weather-related school cancellations: https://twitter.com/NPS_Supt Give it a try! *• Needham Unplugged* Again this year the Needham Public Schools will support the efforts of Needham Youth Services on Thursday, March 9th when we will observe Needham Unplugged <http://www.needhamma.gov/index.aspx?nid=113>, a community-wide event in which students, parents, teachers, and residents "unplug" from hectic lives for an evening free of meetings, community events, and homework. *• Superintendent's Blog * This month's post is co-authored by School Committee Chair Sue Neckes and me: Superintendent's Blog <http://npssuperintendent.blogspot.com/> We discuss a recent parent concern about the assignment and placement process for students. *• School Committee Technology & Learning Open House *The School Committee will host a spring Open House featuring technology learning, student demonstrations, and STEM related projects at the Needham High School Da Vinci Lab on Saturday, March 25th from 9 until 10:30 a.m. Please mark the date! *• Screenagers* The Needham Schools, Needham Youth Services, and Needham PTCs are excited to show the new documentary, Screenagers <http://www.screenagersmovie.com/> , at Newman on Wednesday, March 29th at 7:00 p.m. The documentary shares insights into how to understand and navigate the digital world in which our young people are immersed. A brief panel discussion will follow the showing. Ticket and registration information will be available soon. As always, please feel free to contact me with any questions or comments: 781.455.0400, x203 or dan_gutekanst(a)needham.k12.ma.us Dan Gutekanst Superintendent of Schools

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Superintendent's Update
by Needham Public Schools Superintendent's Update 02 Jan '17

02 Jan '17

January 2, 2017 Dear Needham Families: Happy New Year! I hope that Needham's families relaxed with some down time, reading, laughter, and meals enjoyed together over the holidays. My wife Karen and I were very pleased to have our three daughters home for Christmas, and we were sad to see them leave to return to DC, Baltimore, and Newark. It was just great to have them home! Allow me to share a few items as we begin the New Year: • *School Budget & Public Hearing* The School Committee is currently reviewing a proposed 5.57% increase in the budget for the 2017-18 school year (FY18). The budget plan maintains services in the schools and provides the resources required to address enrollment growth and special education needs. To view my presentation of the budget to the School Committee and learn more about the budget planning process: NPS FY18 Budget Documents <http://rwd1.needham.k12.ma.us/finance/Budget#Budget%20FY18> The School Committee encourages you to attend the upcoming *Budget Hearing* *scheduled at 7:00 p.m. for Tuesday, January 17th* at Broadmeadow to learn more about the plan and voice your ideas, questions, concerns, and comments. *• Martin Luther King Celebration *Once again this year the schools will partner with the Needham Diversity Committee, Needham Clergy Association, and Needham Human Rights Commission to celebrate the life and meaning of Dr. King. Please plan on joining us at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, January 16, 2016 at Needham High School for reflections, poetry, music, and more. *• Superintendent's Blog* My recent post addresses the FY18 Budget plan: Superintendent's Blog <http://npssuperintendent.blogspot.com/> As always, please feel free to contact me with any questions or comments: 781.455.0400, x203 or dan_gutekanst(a)needham.k12.ma.us Best wishes for a healthy and happy 2017! Dan Gutekanst Superintendent of Schools

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