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Superintendent's Update
by Needham Public Schools Superintendent's Update 14 Jan '11

14 Jan '11

Dear Parents and Guardians: Let me take this opportunity to wish you and your families a very Happy New Year! Allow me also to share three important updates: Budget Hearing The School Committee is currently considering a 5.1% increase in the budget for the 2011-12 school year (FY12). The budget plan addresses growing enrollment at the secondary level by adding new teachers at Pollard and the high school, and the proposal also provides funding for increased and mandated special education costs. The School Committee is working closely with the school administration, Finance Committee, and Town Manager's office to ensure that resources are available to provide a quality educational program for each Needham student. However, providing adequate resources for schools has become increasingly challenging, especially as Federal stimulus dollars are depleted. For example, over $500,000 in one time stimulus funds will be used to balance this budget plan, but these funds will not be available in subsequent years. The School Committee invites you to attend the upcoming Budget Hearing scheduled for Tuesday, January 18th at 7:00 p.m. at Broadmeadow to learn more about the budget proposal and share your comments, questions, and concerns. It will be critical for parents to weigh in on the budget and offer your perspective and voice. You may view an outline of the proposed NPS budget on the district's website: [ http://rwd1.needham.k12.ma.us/finance/Budget#FY12 ]FY12 School Budget Plan Life Threatening Food Allergy Policy The School Committee recently adopted a new policy designed to guide practices, procedures, and decision-making around the management of life threatening food allergies (LTFA) in our schools. The intent of the policy is to minimize the risk of exposure to allergens that pose a threat to students; to educate all members of the school community about LTFA, and to plan for the individual needs of students with LFTA. Key points of the policy for Life-threatening Food Allergy include the following: -An individualized health care plan including accommodations for prevention and emergency response is developed for each student with a LTFA. -School programs are not declared as allergen free and foods with known allergens (peanuts, tree nuts, milk, etc.) are not banned. -School and classroom programs are food free unless the food is tied to the curriculum; the use of food as a reward or incentive is prohibited. -Bake sales will not be permitted during the school day at any school and beyond school hours at the elementary level. -Principals, school nurses, and staff will collaborate now and throughout the winter months to ensure uniform and effective procedures are in place that address this policy. For more about the policy, please visit the district's website: [ http://rwd1.needham.k12.ma.us/health_services/ ]Life Threatening Food Allergy Policy and Information Martin Luther King Community Celebration Parents, students, and members of the community are invited to attend next Monday's (January 17th) observance of Martin Luther King Day at Needham High School beginning at 10:00 a.m. in the school's auditorium. Please join the Needham Clergy Association, The Town of Needham Human Rights Committee, and the Needham Public Schools as we "Bring the dream to Needham... and live the dream together!" Finally, many thanks for your patience and understanding as we live through a New England winter and try to balance snow and ice removal with student safety. I saw many students at Pollard and the high school today, and they assured me they spent at least some time studying and reading over the last couple of days. (I think you know this, but let me repeat it: Needham's young people are superb and a real pleasure to work with!) As always, please feel free to contact me with questions or comments. Sincerely, Dan Gutekanst Superintendent of Schools 781.455.0400 x 203 dan_gutekanst(a)needham.k12.ma.us

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Superintendent's Update
by Needham Public Schools Superintendent's Update 13 Dec '10

13 Dec '10

Dear Parents and Guardians: I have received some inquiries from parents about holiday gifts to teachers and staff. Over the years, Needham parents have proven to be extremely thoughtful and generous when it comes to thanking teachers and other staff for their work with their children. Unfortunately, gift giving has become more complicated each year, and now specific state ethics laws, policies, and regulations prohibit all staff (including teachers, aides, athletic coaches, crossing guards, bus drivers, administrators, etc.) from receiving even small tokens of appreciation without the staff member filing an official disclosure of the gift. The Massachusetts State Ethics Commission allows the following: A teacher may receive one class gift of up to $150 in value once per year from the class as long as it is clear that the gift is from the entire class and not just a few students in the classroom. Any gift in excess of $150 to the teacher is prohibited by law. A teacher or staff member may receive a gift of up to $50 in value from an individual student/family who did not contribute to the class gift in the example above as long as the staff member files a disclosure form with the school system. Any gift, including gift cards, jewelry, tickets, clothing, beverages, etc., over $50 in value is prohibited by law. Staff members may receive perishable items (e.g., food, flowers) up to $50 in value as long as the staff member shares the item(s) with members of the school community. These items do not need to be disclosed by the teacher. Parents may show their appreciation to individual teachers/staff members by making a donation to the school's PTC or even to the Needham Education Foundation (NEF). In turn the PTC may provide funds for an educational gift to the classroom, and the NEF provides funds for innovative educational programs. These organizations have well-established procedures for the distribution of funds to schools and individual classrooms, and such donations are not affected by either School Committee policy or the State Ethics Commission rules. If you make a donation to the PTC or NEF in a staff member's name, that staff member does not need to file a disclosure. Rules and policy aside, it should be noted that the generosity of some individuals and groups has also raised questions as to the appropriateness of holiday and end-of-year gifts to staff. While saying thank you to a teacher or school employee who has had a profound influence on a child is commendable, I am concerned that there may be an expectation that staff gifts are required at certain times of the school year. That is certainly not the case, and I want to be very clear on this point. While I believe expressions of appreciation and letters or notes thanking people are highly treasured by the staff, no family or individual should feel obligated or pressured to do anything more for a school employee. I am not attempting to discourage gift giving or saying thank you to a special employee. Rather, my purpose is to point out the state law and enlist voluntary compliance with these requirements. Parents with questions are encouraged to speak with the principal or call me directly. Many thanks for your help, cooperation, and good spirit! Sincerely, Dan Gutekanst, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools 781.455.0400, x203 dan_gutekanst(a)needham.k12.ma.us

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Superintendent's Update
by Needham Public Schools Superintendent's Update 07 Dec '10

07 Dec '10

Dear Parents and Guardians: A few updates: 2011-12 Budget Plan I will present a preliminary budget recommendation for the 2011-12 school year (FY12) to the School Committee this evening. I will be recommending a budget of $48 million, an increase of 5.1% over the current school year. Developing the budget this year has again been a challenge, especially within the context of a difficult economic climate. School administrators and staff developed the budget knowing that the Needham community has high expectations for student learning and achievement but limited resources to fund all school programs. If approved, this request allows us to meet all contractual obligations, provide additional funding for special education services, and address some enrollment growth at the secondary level. The School Committee invites you to participate in the upcoming budget discussion and attend a budget hearing scheduled for January 18th to learn about the proposal and share feedback and comments. Beginning tomorrow you may view the FY12 preliminary budget proposal in the "News" section of the district's website. Bullying Prevention Plan Over the last few months, the district has collaborated with parents, teachers and community members to create a document entitled, "Bullying Prevention and Intervention Plan", which will also be presented at the School Committee meeting tonight. The School Committee will vote to adopt the plan at its meeting on December 21st. The Bullying Prevention Plan and our work with students, staff, and families will continue to evolve over the next few months as we further develop our curriculum, professional development model, and parent education program. Please take a few minutes to read the plan, and if you wish, provide comments and feedback. The plan can be found at our district's homepage under "News": http://www.needham.k12.ma.us/ Comments should be sent to: christine_brumbach(a)needham.k12.ma.us Student Award Congratulations to two Needham High School students, Rebecca Noble and Ethan Samet-Marram, who will receive the Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents' (MASS) Award presented annually to two outstanding seniors who demonstrate exemplary academic success in high school. These two young people, both of whom are at the top of their class, clearly represent the finest of our students, and their hard work and passion for learning reflects the values of the Needham Public Schools: Scholarship, Citizenship, Community and Personal Growth. Thanks to their teachers for encouraging them and to their parents for supporting them. They will be honored at the December 21st School Committee meeting. Have a great week! Sincerely, Dan Gutekanst Superintendent of Needham Public Schools 781.455.0400 x203 dan_gutekanst(a)nnedham.k12.ma.us

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Superintendent's Update
by Needham Public Schools Superintendent's Update 24 Nov '10

24 Nov '10

Dear Parents and Guardians: Two updates to begin the Holiday weekend: New Emergency Communication System The school department has deployed an emergency notification system that will allow us to phone and email parents about school emergencies and weather-related school closures. Please make sure you have updated contact information in [ https://powerschool.needham.k12.ma.us/public/ ]Power School to ensure we have the most updated information for your student and family. Also, if you have not already done so, please go ahead and join the [ http://www.needhamma.gov/index.aspx?nid=1249 ]Town of Needham Emergency Notification System if you wish to be contacted by the Fire or Police Departments in the event of a Town-wide emergency. It is my sincere wish, of course, that during the coming winter season I will not need to call you about a school delay or cancellation. But we live in New England... Professional Status Congratulations to those teachers who recently received professional status in the Needham Public Schools after completing three years of successful service, training, and induction: Broadmeadow- Melissa Camhi, Jess Cohen Eliot- Mary Adkins, Kim Hoffman, Johanna Leate High Rock- Jonathan Glover, Kelly Robinson, Dina Spiropoulos NHS- Andrew Ames, Chris Ashley, Lisa Austin, Gretchen Ayoub, Jacques Bignet, Jane Chinnaswamy, Adam Cole, William Goldman, Jen Greenberg, Cathy Heller, Michelle Kelly, Cara O'Connell, Dana Plunkett, Leslie Portnoy Hillside- Elizabeth Hitron, Geoff Watts Mitchell- Lynn Gotwals, Michelle Sampson, Erin Santos, Maura Silverstein Cromwell Newman- Katherine Antonellis, Dana Cantor, Jane Crowley, Elinor Gregory, Heather Murphy, Katharine Schulein, Kim Winer Pollard- Alison Ashley, Casey Cohen, Jennifer Golenia, Kristen Gosselin, Christina Malinn, Amy McKenna, Mark Nolan, Lois Scribner, Emily Webering, Simon Berk, Jaclyn Daignealt, Also, district administrators and teachers Kirsten Witt-McGhee (Special education), Debbie Watters (Foreign Language), Mary Rizzuto (Science Center), and Cathy Heller (Special Education) received professional status. At the ceremony honoring these professionals, each spoke with enthusiasm about his/her students in the Needham Schools and the amount of support they have received from colleagues and parents in the last few years. We are proud to have them join our ranks! Happy Thanksgiving! Let me take this opportunity to wish you and your families a peaceful and restful Thanksgiving Holiday. I am looking forward to picking up two of my daughters at Logan later this evening and driving them home so we can join their younger sister and wonderful mom (and patient wife) for a peaceful holiday weekend. Like you, I am very thankful for my family! I am also thankful to know and to work with a talented staff, committed parents, a supportive community, and the exceptional young people of Needham. I am honored to be your superintendent, and I appreciate the opportunity you have given me. Go Rockets! Beat Wellesley! Dan Gutekanst Superintendent of Needham Public Schools 781.455.0400 x203 dan_gutekanst(a)nnedham.k12.ma.us

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Superintendent's Update
by Needham Public Schools Superintendent's Update 04 Nov '10

04 Nov '10

Dear Parents and Guardians: A few updates to conclude the week: Bullying Forum The Anti-Bullying Steering Committee will hold a community forum on Monday, November 15 from 7:00-8:30 pm at Broadmeadow School in the Performance Center. Parents, high school and middle school students, and community members are invited to attend in order to provide input as the school district formulates its state-mandated bullying prevention and intervention plan. We welcome your comments as we construct a meaningful plan for our district. New Emergency Communication System The school department will soon deploy an emergency notification system that will allow us to phone and email parents about school emergencies and weather-related school closures. Please make sure you have updated contact information in [ https://powerschool.needham.k12.ma.us/public/ ]Power School to ensure we have the most updated information for your student and family. I will send out a test voicemail and email within the next week to ensure we have the system up and running. School Committee Open House This Saturday, November 6th the Needham School Committee will hold its fall Open House, this year at Newman during the annual [ http://www.clubrunner.ca/CPrg/home/eventitem.asp?cid=3694&iid=108564&rtp=/C… ]Needham Rotary Club Pancake Scholarship Breakfast in the cafeteria. The Open House will be held from 9:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. and provides an informal opportunity for the School Committee to hear from parents and community members. Grab a stack of pancakes and stop by to say hello to your School Committee, ask a question, or make a suggestion. They are eager to meet you! As always, please contact me at 781.455.0400, x 203 or [ mailto:dan_gutekanst@needham.k12.ma.us ]dan_gutekanst(a)needham.k12.ma.us if you have a comment, question, or concern. Thanks, Dan Gutekanst Superintendent of Schools

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Superintendent's Update
by Needham Public Schools Superintendent's Update 18 Oct '10

18 Oct '10

Dear Parents and Guardians: I hope you enjoyed the weekend! A few brief updates to begin the week: Bullying Policy On October 5, 2010 The Needham School Committee adopted a Bullying Policy for the district. The Policy can be found on-line under "News" at [ http://www.needham.k12.ma.us/ ]http://www.needham.k12.ma.us/ . Within the policy you will find details about Needham Schools prohibition of bullying, definitions of bullying and cyber-bullying and our reporting and investigating procedures and obligations. I hope you will take a few moments to familiarize yourself with its contents. The district is continuing its work in response to the Anti-Bullying Law by developing a Bullying Prevention and Intervention Plan. This Plan has various sections, including the delineation of administrative responsibilities and annual staff and parent training and the documentation of our anti-bullying curriculum. Throughout October and November, various portions of the proposed district Bullying Prevention and Intervention Plan will be made available for student, parent and community comments and feedback through School Council, Student Council and parent organization meetings and Principals Newsletters. We welcome your comments as we construct a meaningful Plan for our district. Draft Goals Please review the Needham Schools' draft 2010-11 goals on the district's website: http://rwd1.needham.k12.ma.us/school_committee/ The School Committee will be discussing the goals at their regular meeting on October 19th and they welcome your feedback and comments: schoolcommittee(a)needham.k12.ma.us Calling All Engineers! Please join students and staff for a morning cup of coffee on Tuesday, October 26, 2010 from 8:00 until 9:30 a.m. at the Pollard Middle School to learn more about the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) initiatives we are developing in our schools. You will have an opportunity to learn more about: -The Needham elementary STEM program -Pollard's engineering and design course for 7th and 8th grade students -The fast growing FIRST LEGO League elementary program and much more... Teachers and students will share their experiences and answer your questions about how we are integrating STEM concepts into the Needham Public Schools experience. You will also have an opportunity to learn about how you can become involved in our work as we strive to prepare our students to meet the challenges and opportunities of the 21st Century. Please let us know if you are coming: rsvp(a)needham.k12.ma.us New Emergency Communication System The school department will soon deploy an emergency notification system that will allow us to phone and email parents about school emergencies and weather-related school closures. Please make sure you have updated contact information in [ https://powerschool.needham.k12.ma.us/public/ ]Power School to ensure we have the most updated information for your student and family. Also, if you have not already done so, please go ahead and join the [ http://www.needhamma.gov/index.aspx?nid=1249 ]Town of Needham Emergency Notification System if you wish to be contacted by the Fire or Police Departments in the event of a Town-wide emergency. School Committee Open House The Needham School Committee will hold its fall Open House, this year at Newman during the annual [ http://www.clubrunner.ca/CPrg/home/eventitem.asp?cid=3694&iid=108564&rtp=/C… ]Needham Rotary Club Pancake Scholarship Breakfast in the cafeteria. The Open House will be held from 9:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. and provides an informal opportunity for the School Committee to hear from parents and community members. Grab a stack of pancakes and stop by to say hello to your School Committee, ask a question, or make a suggestion. They are eager to meet you! Superintendent's Blog The [ http://npssuperintendent.blogspot.com/ ]Superintendent's Blog has recently been posted for October. I welcome your feedback. We have enjoyed a terrific opening to the school year. I am very impressed with the high level of engagement, creativity, enthusiasm, and learning evident in the classrooms I have been visiting. As always, please contact me at 781.455.0400, x 203 or dan_gutekanst(a)needham.k12.ma.us if you have a comment, question, or concern. Thanks! Dan Gutekanst Superintendent of Schools

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Superintendent's Update
by Needham Public Schools Superintendent's Update 14 Sep '10

14 Sep '10

Dear Parents and Guardians: Budget Update At its first meeting of the school year, the School Committee reviewed a draft document outlining general budget guidelines and priorities for the school year 2011-12 (Fiscal Year '12). Even though it seems early in the year to be discussing the budget process and priorities for next year, the development of the budget plan requires several months of work, and the priorities help guide the development of a thoughtful budget. The School Committee welcomes input, comments, and suggestions about the FY12 budget priorities before they vote on a final document at their October 5, 2010 meeting. You may read about the budget process and priorities here: [ http://npssuperintendent.blogspot.com/ ]Superintendent's Blog Please submit written comments via email to schoolcommittee(a)needham.k12.ma.us or you may post a comment if you wish. In addition, members of the community are welcome to provide feedback directly to the School Committee at its meeting scheduled for September 21, 2010 at Broadmeadow during the Public Participation portion of the meeting, beginning at 7:05 p.m. School Committee Open House November 6th The Needham School Committee will hold its annual Open House, this year on Saturday, November 6th at Newman during the annual [ http://www.clubrunner.ca/CPrg/Home/eventitem.asp?cid=3694&iid=108564&rtp=/C… ]Rotary Pancake Breakfast in the cafeteria. The Open House will be held from 9:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. and provides an informal opportunity for the School Committee to hear from parents and community members. Grab a stack of pancakes and stop by to say hello to your School Committee, ask a question, or make a suggestion. They are eager to meet you. Sincerely, Daniel Gutekanst, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools P.S. We are enjoying a great third week of schools!

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Superintendent's Update
by Needham Public Schools Superintendent's Update 07 Sep '10

07 Sep '10

Dear Parents and Guardians: As you may know, the Governor recently signed into law legislation that requires school districts to develop responses, procedures, and protocols to deal with bullying and cyber-bullying in schools. To learn more, you may read a Boston Globe article here: [ http://www.boston.com/news/local/breaking_news/2010/05/patrick_enacts.html ]Bullying Legislation (Boston Globe) Fortunately, the Needham Schools are already well positioned to deal with bullying behavior, and the principals have included in their school handbooks a code of discipline that outlines how they will respond to this kind of behavior. The new legislation requires all schools to develop and implement a specific bullying prevention plan by late December that ensures our schools are safe, healthy, and welcoming for all students. This fall, in collaboration with staff, parents, students, and members of the community, the Needham Schools will design a prevention plan that addresses bullying behavior, and we will share this plan with the community and School Committee before the end of the calendar year. Prior to the development of the prevention plan and to affirm that the Needham Schools will not tolerate bullying behavior, the School Committee has written a draft policy to address and confront bullying and cyber-bullying in Needham's schools and classrooms. You may read the draft policy by clicking on this link to the: [ http://rwd1.needham.k12.ma.us/school_committee/ ]School Committee Webpage The School Committee will review the policy at this evening's first meeting of the year and seeks input and comments about the proposed policy. The School Committee will consider all feedback and will vote on this policy at its October 5, 2010 meeting. Parents and community members wishing to comment about the proposed policy can email the School Committee: schoolcommittee(a)needham.k12.ma.us You are encouraged to share your comments and ideas. Sincerely, Daniel Gutekanst, Ed.D. Superintendent Needham Public Schools

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Superintendent's Update
by Needham Public Schools Superintendent's Update 01 Sep '10

01 Sep '10

Wednesday, September 1, 2010 Dear Parents and Guardians: Welcome to the 2010-11 school year! I hope your family enjoyed some time together this summer to rest and relax. We have had a wonderful opening to the new school year. Teachers were ready, buildings were clean, and your children arrived with eager smiles and plenty of energy for the year ahead. Please allow me to share a few updates as we begin a new school year together: 2010 Performance Report has been mailed out and should already be in your home. The report provides detailed information about Needham's schools, programs, and student achievement. We are very proud of the report and hope you find it valuable and useful. The Newman Elementary School Community welcomed a new principal, Jessica Peterson, who has been meeting with staff this summer and preparing for a new year. The Newman repair project started with prepatory work in the building and parking lot areas in anticipation of the entire renovation beginning next summer. Bullying Prevention and Training was on the agenda in each school this week. Principals are working closely with all staff to share updates and information about bullying and cyber-bullying and the district's response to bullying behavior. Next week the School Committee will hear an update about the steps we are taking as a district to comply with the recent legislation around bullying, and they will also consider a new district policy designed to address bullying in the schools. Parents can expect additional information and updates as we work to ensure our schools remain safe, secure, healthy, and respectful learning environments for all children. Calling all Engineers! This fall we would like to invite parents, Needham High graduates, neighbors, and other members of the Needham community who are engineers (electrical, computer, mechanical, etc.) or in related career fields to attend a breakfast and learn about some of the Science, Technology, Math, and Engineering initiatives we are pursuing in Needham's schools. If you or someone you know may be interested in receiving an invitation to the breakfast (date still to be determined), please send contact information to joyce_wiggin(a)needham.k12.ma.us Adult Education programs have been mailed out. For more information, please check the district's website: http://rwd1.needham.k12.ma.us/community_education/Adult%20Education Again this year we will strive to integrate the core values of Scholarship, Personal Growth, Citizenship, and Community into all of our work with Needhams students. We believe there is no higher purpose for the community than to ensure our children have an exceptional educational experience that will empower them as learners and citizens. Let me take this opportunity to wish each young person a successful school year! As always, please contact me now and throughout the year with questions, comments, and suggestions. I can be reached at 781.455.0400, extension 203 or [ mailto:dan_gutekanst@needham.k12.ma.us ]dan_gutekanst(a)needham.k12.ma.us Sincerely, Daniel E. Gutekanst, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools

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Superintendent's Update
by Needham Public Schools Superintendent's Update 18 Jun '10

18 Jun '10

Dear Parents and Guardians: As the year concludes, allow me to update you on a few items: District Goals Report The School Committee heard an update about the progress of the 2009-10 district goals at their last meting of the school year. Please click on [ http://rwd1.needham.k12.ma.us/school_committee/ ]2009-10 Goals Update to view the report and learn more about the work of our teachers, administrators, students, parents, and community members as we collaborate to support the Needham Schools. The Needham School Committee was also recently featured on a Needham Schools Spotlight cable program discussing the goals and the work they have accomplished this past year. Check out [ http://greisnet.com/tnc.nsf/Page%202!OpenPage ]The Needham Channel Program Schedule for broadcast times and information. Science Grant We were thrilled to learn that the Science Center was awarded a $69,000 grant from the Environmental Protection Agency for the next two years. Not only will this provide additional resources to enrich science education, particularly environmental education, this grant and others we are working on will help our budget in these challenging times. Student Learning and Graduation Congratulations to all of our students who showcased their efforts in the schools' art shows and performed so well in various concerts and music performances over the last several weeks. Additionally, throughout the district, teachers and staff have been working closely with students to prepare for exams, final class presentations, and exhibitions of student work. Recently, for example, a few Newman students (assisted by Joyce Silberman and Martha Wells) shared their science projects with the School Committee. The students, like all of the students I have been observing in classrooms, were earnest, articulate, and poised. Equally poised (and smiling broadly!) were the 365 members of the Needham High School Class of 2010 who received their diplomas on Memorial Field last week. Congratulations to the graduates and their families. School Committee Chair Connie Barr's graduation remarks may be found on the district's website: [ http://rwd1.needham.k12.ma.us/school_committee/ ]Dr. Barr's Graduation Speech Also, to view a Needham Schools Spotlight show featuring several NHS seniors who share their perspectives on their Needham experience, click on this link: [ http://www2.needham.k12.ma.us/nhs/TV-nps/09-10/Senior.htm ]Needham Schools Spotlight: Senior Perspectives Congratulations Retiring Staff! As our retiring teachers and staff conclude over 350 combined years of service to Needham's students, we wish them the blessings of good health and happiness in the years ahead: Linda Conneely, Marion Daley, Emilie Green, Pat Schuchard, Frances Fleming, Irene Guiney, Leo Hogan, Susan Duncan, Jim Modena, Jeanne Goodwin, Margie Modena, Maureen Graham, Gloria Krueger, Eva Horowitz, Gayle Pinshaw, Valerie Flynn Superintendent's Blog You may find my latest posting (a salute to the NHS Class of 2010) here: http://npssuperintendent.blogspot.com/ Finally, please know that I continue to be so impressed with Needham's young people and the work they have accomplished. Of course, we recognize that parents are their first and most important teachers, and we appreciate all you do to support our efforts in the classroom and schoolhouse. As I visit the schools, I observe enthusiastic and confident students who are eager to share their knowledge and help one another. It is clear that they embody the district's values of Scholarship, Citizenship, Community, and Personal Growth inside and outside of the classroom. I am very proud to be your superintendent of schools! Best wishes for a safe and healthy summer with your family and friends. Sincerely, Dan Gutekanst, Ed.D Superintendent dan_gutekanst(a)needham.k12.ma.us

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