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Superintendent's Update
by Needham Public Schools Superintendent's Update 10 Mar '23

10 Mar '23

March 10, 2023 Dear Needham Public Schools Families: Allow me to share the following updates: *• Virtual Coffee with the Superintendent* On Monday, March 20th at 7:00 p.m., I will host the next Virtual Coffee for families and parents. The link for the meeting is here: * Virtual Coffee with the Superintendent 03/20/23 at 7:00 p.m. <https://needham-k12-ma-us.zoom.us/j/87610745789?pwd=TEFuNTIybXNzbkNFdnNYWHl…> *I will share brief school updates and then provide time for open and direct conversation, comments, and questions from participants. The zoom meeting will last 45 minutes and will not be recorded; additional and planned dates include April 10 and May 22. I look forward to seeing you! *• Superintendent's Blog* My most recent post, The More Things Change.. <http://npssuperintendent.blogspot.com/>. is available now. *• 10 Minutes With... *The latest ten minute spotlight video features a conversation with our School Resource Officers, Joe Brienze, Nicole McMahan, and Rocket (!) is available here: 10 Minutes With... <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v08Ii5gHwQs> *• Staff Accolades *It's an honor to recognize the following staff members who have achieved personal and professional goals and/or have been supporting our schools and students in a variety of amazing ways: Needham High School music teacher *Spencer Parrish* led the high school jazz band to a Gold Medal performance at the Massachusetts Jazz Educators Association competition....Sunita Williams Elementary School 4th grade teacher *George Goneconto* recently brought his entire class to a School Committee meeting to share how they are incorporating the Portrait of a Needham Graduate competencies into creative work around environmental sustainability. . . High school teachers *Hans Batra* and *Dan Smalley *led dozens of robotics students and three teams to the FIRST Tech Challenge Championship at Andover High School last weekend. . . NHS social studies teacher *Cathy Dowd* presented with the Needham League of Women Voters (LWV) at this past week's Massachusetts Civics Learning Week symposium about the high school's Civics Showcase partnership with the LWV. Congrats also to three of our faculty members who have recently been named Doctors of Education: *Erica Spiegel* (Chicago School of Professional Psychology) from Sunita Williams, *Tamatha Bibbo *(Boston College) from Pollard, and *Jessica Downey* (Boston University) from High Rock. Kudos to them for completing an incredible learning journey and modeling for all students what it means to be a lifelong learner. Finally, this weekend check out Art in Bloom <https://needhamartinbloom.com/> at the Needham Library and observe some beautiful pieces curated by NHS teacher *Maria Sartori* and her colleagues, and don't forget about Beauty and the Beast <https://www.needham.k12.ma.us/departments/curriculum_and_academics/fine___p…> premiering at Newman thanks to the creative forces of *Kristen Mazzochi*, *Jonathan Vanderwoude*, and a host of others! Have a great weekend, and thank you for sharing your amazing children with us! Dan Gutekanst Superintendent of Schools Needham Public Schools 1330 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA 02492 *He/His/Him* 781-455-0400 x11203 dan_gutekanst(a)needham.k12.ma.us ATTENTION: If you speak a language other than English, language assistance services are available to you free of charge. Contact your child’s school for assistance. Chinese (Simplified): 请注意：如果您的母语不是英语，我们将免费提供您语言辅助服务。如需协助，请与您孩子的学校联系。 Spanish: ATENCION: Si usted habla un idioma que no sea el inglés, hay servicios de asistencia lingüística disponibles gratis. Contacte la escuela de su hijo para asistencia. Russian: ВНИМАНИЕ: Если вы не говорите на английском языке, для вас доступны бесплатные языковые сервисы на вашем языке. Обратитесь за помощью в школу, в которой учится ваш ребенок.

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Vaccine Clinic Thursday, March 9
by Needham Public Schools Superintendent's Update 08 Mar '23

08 Mar '23

Dear Needham Public Schools Families: Needham Public Schools is partnering with Latino Health to host a vaccine clinic on Thursday March 9th from 3:30-6:00 pm at the Eliot School. The clinic will provide childhood vaccines as well as COVID vaccines and boosters. Immunizations are available for children ages 6 months and older as well as adults. $25 gift cards are available for people receiving COVID-19 vaccines. You can pre-register using the link below https://home.color.com/vaccine/register/latinohealth?site=eliotschool Walk-ins are welcome! Location: Eliot School 135 Wellesley Ave., Needham MA 02494 If you have any questions, email mary_mccarthy(a)needham.k12.ma.us Respectfully, Dan Gutekanst Superintendent of Schools Needham Public Schools 1330 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA 02492 *He/His/Him* 781-455-0400 x11203 dan_gutekanst(a)needham.k12.ma.us ATTENTION: If you speak a language other than English, language assistance services are available to you free of charge. Contact your child’s school for assistance. Chinese (Simplified): 请注意：如果您的母语不是英语，我们将免费提供您语言辅助服务。如需协助，请与您孩子的学校联系。 Spanish: ATENCION: Si usted habla un idioma que no sea el inglés, hay servicios de asistencia lingüística disponibles gratis. Contacte la escuela de su hijo para asistencia. Russian: ВНИМАНИЕ: Если вы не говорите на английском языке, для вас доступны бесплатные языковые сервисы на вашем языке. Обратитесь за помощью в школу, в которой учится ваш ребенок.

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Superintendent's Update
by Needham Public Schools Superintendent's Update 06 Feb '23

06 Feb '23

Dear Needham Public Schools Families: Allow me to share the following updates as we begin a new week: *• **Virtual Morning Coffee with the Superintendent* On Monday, February 13th at 8:15 a.m. I will host the next Virtual Coffee with the Superintendent for families and parents. The link to the meeting is here: Virtual Coffee with the Superintendent 02/13/23 at 8:15 a.m. <https://needham-k12-ma-us.zoom.us/j/89318295456?pwd=NXFld2FxV2dJY1VOTzFZQmV…> This is an opportunity for open and direct conversation, comments, and questions from participants. The zoom meeting will last 45 minutes and will not be recorded; additional and planned dates include: March 20, April 10 and May 22. I look forward to seeing you! *• 2023-24 School Calendar *The calendar for next school year has been approved by the School Committee and posted on the district's website. Along with the school calendar, we have included a list of 2023-24 significant cultural and religious holidays and traditions members of our school community observe: 2023-24 School Calendar and Observances <https://cdn5-ss13.sharpschool.com/UserFiles/Servers/Server_64429/File/Calen…> *• Bullying Prevention & Intervention Plan *The district is in the midst of revising our Bullying Intervention Plan, and we welcome comments and questions about the draft plan: NPS Bullying Prevention and Intervention Plan February 2023 <https://docs.google.com/document/d/1E_EOhHsgqMGxzTGJMiUWDGSSgA3gxj0tTSzDWDr…>. If you have feedback, please email Mary Lammi, Assistant Superintendent for Student Support Services at mary_lammi(a)needham.k12.ma.us *• Superintendent's Blog *My latest post, Our Students are Pretty Awesome Outside of the Classroom, Too! <http://npssuperintendent.blogspot.com/> is available. As always, please reach out with questions or comments about your Needham Public Schools experience. Respectfully, Dan Gutekanst Superintendent of Schools Needham Public Schools 1330 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA 02492 *He/His/Him* 781-455-0400 x11203 dan_gutekanst(a)needham.k12.ma.us ATTENTION: If you speak a language other than English, language assistance services are available to you free of charge. Contact your child’s school for assistance. Chinese (Simplified): 请注意：如果您的母语不是英语，我们将免费提供您语言辅助服务。如需协助，请与您孩子的学校联系。 Spanish: ATENCION: Si usted habla un idioma que no sea el inglés, hay servicios de asistencia lingüística disponibles gratis. Contacte la escuela de su hijo para asistencia. Russian: ВНИМАНИЕ: Если вы не говорите на английском языке, для вас доступны бесплатные языковые сервисы на вашем языке. Обратитесь за помощью в школу, в которой учится ваш ребенок.

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Superintendent's Update
by Needham Public Schools Superintendent's Update 30 Dec '22

30 Dec '22

Dear Needham Public Schools Families: Happy New Year! I hope the December break provided ample space and time for families to gather and spend time together. My wife Karen and I enjoyed a peaceful Christmas holiday with our three daughters who flew in to celebrate. (The Southwest Air traveler stayed a little longer, so that was nice for us!) Allow me to share the following updates as we begin a new year and return to classes next week: *• Health and Safety *It's important, especially after the holiday gatherings and travel, for parents to assess the health of their child before sending them to school. If a child is not feeling well or has COVID symptoms, the child should stay home and be seen by a medical provider. If you have a question about your child's wellbeing or are in need of a COVID test kit, please contact your school nurse for information. The NPS remain a "mask friendly" learning environment, and we support students, staff, and families who choose to wear a mask upon return from the vacation period or throughout the school year. *• Virtual Coffee with the Superintendent* On Monday, January 9th at 8:00 p.m. I will host the next Virtual Coffee with the Superintendent for families and parents. The link to the meeting is here: Virtual Coffee with the Superintendent <https://needham-k12-ma-us.zoom.us/j/83562703664?pwd=ZVU5Z2V5VVhLdjQwODhiVDR…>01/09/23 Virtual Coffee 8:00 p.m. <https://needham-k12-ma-us.zoom.us/j/83562703664?pwd=ZVU5Z2V5VVhLdjQwODhiVDR…> During this meeting I will highlight five key efforts in our district's strategic plan, and then I will open up the conversation to general questions and comments from participants. The zoom meeting will last 45 minutes and will not be recorded; additional and planned dates include: February 13, March 20, April 10 and May 22. I look forward to seeing you! • 2023-24 School Year Budget Proposal Recently, I shared my preliminary budget proposal for the 2022-23 school year <https://cdn5-ss13.sharpschool.com/UserFiles/Servers/Server_64429/File/Depar…> (Fiscal Year 24) with the School Committee. I believe the budget proposal will provide the resources we need to continue to serve our students and address school and district priorities as outlined in the Portrait of a Needham Graduate Strategic Plan <https://drive.google.com/file/d/11mGJzHfu68nXd75-3XfNR_IoQrEczOxc/view?usp=…>. The School Committee will hold a Public Hearing on the budget on Tuesday, January 17th at 6:30 p.m. at Broadmeadow (also via zoom and cable television) and all community members, parents, students, and staff are welcome to participate. Detailed information about the budget plan is available on the district’s website: FY24 Budget Proposal <https://www.needham.k12.ma.us/departments/business__operations/business_off…> *• Superintendent's Blog* My most recent post, Reflections on Lunch Duty <http://npssuperintendent.blogspot.com/> is available. *• 10 Minutes With... *The latest and quick, 10 minute video featuring 5 New Year's Resolutions for 2023 <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nc9yQmR9ftE> is now available. Here's to a safe and healthy 2023 to you and your family! Dan Gutekanst Superintendent of Schools Needham Public Schools 1330 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA 02492 *He/His/Him* 781-455-0400 x11203 dan_gutekanst(a)needham.k12.ma.us ATTENTION: If you speak a language other than English, language assistance services are available to you free of charge. Contact your child’s school for assistance. Chinese (Simplified): 请注意：如果您的母语不是英语，我们将免费提供您语言辅助服务。如需协助，请与您孩子的学校联系。 Spanish: ATENCION: Si usted habla un idioma que no sea el inglés, hay servicios de asistencia lingüística disponibles gratis. Contacte la escuela de su hijo para asistencia. Russian: ВНИМАНИЕ: Если вы не говорите на английском языке, для вас доступны бесплатные языковые сервисы на вашем языке. Обратитесь за помощью в школу, в которой учится ваш ребенок.

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Superintendent's Update
by Needham Public Schools Superintendent's Update 03 Dec '22

03 Dec '22

Dear Needham Public Schools Families: Allow me to share the following updates: *• Virtual Coffee with the Superintendent* On Monday, December 5th at 6:30 p.m. I will host the next Virtual Coffee with the Superintendent for families and parents. The link to the meeting is here: 12/5/22 Virtual Coffee 6:30 p.m. <https://needham-k12-ma-us.zoom.us/j/88684367791?pwd=R05TakppcUJyRWJLK0lyZ3B…> During this meeting I will highlight efforts the district is making to promote school and student safety and then I will open up the conversation to general questions and comments from participants. The zoom meeting will last 45 minutes and will not be recorded; additional and planned dates include: January 9, February 13, March 20, April 10 and May 22. I look forward to seeing you! *• Early Release Student Behavior *Police Chief John Schlittler and I met with several local business leaders recently to discuss ideas and strategies to encourage more appropriate and respectful middle and high school student behavior within the community, especially on early release days. Business owners expressed gratitude for the majority of students who frequent restaurants and stores on early release days and are good customers and well behaved. But they expressed concern and frustration with some young people who, when they are crowded together into a small store or aisle, inevitably disrupt and disturb other customers and the operation of the business. In some cases, there is vandalism and litter which impacts the business and sometimes causes other customers to leave. Shop owners have experienced theft due to a few young people daring each other to steal candy. I am requesting that parents and guardians, particularly those of middle school students, talk to your children about their plans for visiting local businesses on early release days. Please share with them your expectations for their behavior while dining or patronizing a local business. There is an early release day this coming Wednesday, December 7th, so it is a great opportunity - and there is a real need - for families to discuss respectful, careful, and safe behavior within the community. Many thanks for your help! *• Superintendent's Blog *My latest post can be found here: The Elephant in the Room <http://npssuperintendent.blogspot.com/>. *• Weather Related Information *As we brace for another New England winter, please review information on weather related school closures, 2 hour delays or emergency closure: Inclement Weather Information <https://cdn5-ss13.sharpschool.com/UserFiles/Servers/Server_64429/File/Distr…> on the NPS website. The quickest way to get weather related school closings or other important information is to sign up for Twitter. For school updates and weather related school cancellations, go to https://twitter.com/@NPS_Supt *• Student Accolades *The Needham High School SALSA Club <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bJ5AC4oELkA> has been awarded the 2022 Norfolk County Peer Leadership Award for raising awareness about youth substance use prevention. The students were awarded $1,500 for their perfect score in the year-long "Team Rival" competition. This year marks the 7th straight year the Needham High School has won this award. Congratulations to the students for their efforts and advocacy! Enjoy the weekend and the week ahead! Dan Gutekanst Superintendent of Schools Needham Public Schools 1330 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA 02492 *He/His/Him* 781-455-0400 x11203 dan_gutekanst(a)needham.k12.ma.us ATTENTION: If you speak a language other than English, language assistance services are available to you free of charge. Contact your child’s school for assistance. Chinese (Simplified): 请注意：如果您的母语不是英语，我们将免费提供您语言辅助服务。如需协助，请与您孩子的学校联系。 Spanish: ATENCION: Si usted habla un idioma que no sea el inglés, hay servicios de asistencia lingüística disponibles gratis. Contacte la escuela de su hijo para asistencia. Russian: ВНИМАНИЕ: Если вы не говорите на английском языке, для вас доступны бесплатные языковые сервисы на вашем языке. Обратитесь за помощью в школу, в которой учится ваш ребенок.

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Virtual Coffee with the Superintendent: November 17th 6:30 p.m.
by Needham Public Schools Superintendent's Update 14 Nov '22

14 Nov '22

Dear Needham Public Schools Families: *• Virtual Coffee with the Superintendent* This year I will host several virtual opportunities for families and parents to connect with me to learn about school and district happenings as well as provide time for questions about our work in the NPS. The zoom meetings will last 45 minutes and the planned dates include: *November 17*, December 5, January 9, February 13, March 20, April 10 and May 22. This first virtual meeting will include a brief update on key findings in the district's Spring '22 survey of families, students, and staff These virtual meetings will not be recorded and the first Virtual Coffee will take place at 6:30 p.m. on November 17th at this link: Virtual Coffee with the Superintendent <https://needham-k12-ma-us.zoom.us/j/86793720047?pwd=QkFQQzNlMXZjTFhIY2prVjZ…> I look forward to seeing you! Dan Gutekanst Superintendent of Schools Needham Public Schools 1330 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA 02492 *He/His/Him* 781-455-0400 x11203 dan_gutekanst(a)needham.k12.ma.us ATTENTION: If you speak a language other than English, language assistance services are available to you free of charge. Contact your child’s school for assistance. Chinese (Simplified): 请注意：如果您的母语不是英语，我们将免费提供您语言辅助服务。如需协助，请与您孩子的学校联系。 Spanish: ATENCION: Si usted habla un idioma que no sea el inglés, hay servicios de asistencia lingüística disponibles gratis. Contacte la escuela de su hijo para asistencia. Russian: ВНИМАНИЕ: Если вы не говорите на английском языке, для вас доступны бесплатные языковые сервисы на вашем языке. Обратитесь за помощью в школу, в которой учится ваш ребенок.

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Booster and Flu Vaccine Clinic
by Needham Public Schools Superintendent's Update 08 Nov '22

08 Nov '22

Dear NeedhamPublic Schools Families: Needham Public Health is hosting their last large Flu and COVID vaccine clinic on Saturday 11/19 from 9-12pm at the CATH (300 Hillside Ave). Available vaccines are flu (regular and high-dose) and bivalent Pfizer for 5 years and up. Please schedule appointments at: https://home.color.com/vaccine/register/needham Additionally, Needham Public Health is hosting multiple ‘mini flu clinics’ for children 3 yrs and up. All clinics and openings are available here and additional clinics may be added as staffing allows: https://home.color.com/vaccine/register/needham. Each 'mini flu clinic' appointment is 10 minutes and the child will be vaccinated in a private space. If you have any questions, email hburnett(a)needhamma.gov. Sincerely, Dan Gutekanst Superintendent of Schools Needham Public Schools 1330 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA 02492 *He/His/Him* 781-455-0400 x11203 dan_gutekanst(a)needham.k12.ma.us ATTENTION: If you speak a language other than English, language assistance services are available to you free of charge. Contact your child’s school for assistance. Chinese (Simplified): 请注意：如果您的母语不是英语，我们将免费提供您语言辅助服务。如需协助，请与您孩子的学校联系。 Spanish: ATENCION: Si usted habla un idioma que no sea el inglés, hay servicios de asistencia lingüística disponibles gratis. Contacte la escuela de su hijo para asistencia. Russian: ВНИМАНИЕ: Если вы не говорите на английском языке, для вас доступны бесплатные языковые сервисы на вашем языке. Обратитесь за помощью в школу, в которой учится ваш ребенок.

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Superintendent's Update
by Needham Public Schools Superintendent's Update 31 Oct '22

31 Oct '22

Dear Needham Public Schools Families: Allow me to share a few updates as we begin the week: *• Virtual Coffee with the Superintendent* This year I will host several virtual opportunities for families and parents to connect with me to learn about school and district happenings as well as provide some time for questions about our work in the NPS. The zoom meetings will last 45 minutes and the planned dates include: November 17, December 5, January 9, February 13, March 20, April 10 and May 22. In order to engage families for whom English is a second language, Zoom offers translation captioning during the meeting in the following languages: French, Chinese, (Simplified) Japanese, German, Russian, Portuguese, Spanish, Ukrainian, and Korean. These virtual meetings will not be recorded and the first Virtual Coffee will take place at 6:30 p.m. on November 17th at this link: Virtual Coffee with the Superintendent <https://needham-k12-ma-us.zoom.us/j/86793720047?pwd=QkFQQzNlMXZjTFhIY2prVjZ…> I look forward to seeing you! *• 10 Minutes With...* Please check out the latest brief, 10 minute video featuring three high school seniors <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bJ5AC4oELkA> who are leading SALSA: Students Advocating for Life without Substance Abuse. Powerful student voices demonstrating that alcohol and drug use are not necessary to enjoy high school and beyond. *• Superintendent's Blog* My latest post, an open letter to Governor Charlie Baker can be found here: Dear Governor Baker, please read this! <http://npssuperintendent.blogspot.com/> • *Stay in Touch with School Happenings! *The quickest way to get weather-related school closings or other important information is on Twitter. For school updates, weather-related school cancellations, reminders, and photos, go to: https://twitter.com/@NPS_Supt Happy Halloween! Dan Gutekanst Superintendent of Schools Needham Public Schools 1330 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA 02492 *He/His/Him* 781-455-0400 x11203 dan_gutekanst(a)needham.k12.ma.us ATTENTION: If you speak a language other than English, language assistance services are available to you free of charge. Contact your child’s school for assistance. Chinese (Simplified): 请注意：如果您的母语不是英语，我们将免费提供您语言辅助服务。如需协助，请与您孩子的学校联系。 Spanish: ATENCION: Si usted habla un idioma que no sea el inglés, hay servicios de asistencia lingüística disponibles gratis. Contacte la escuela de su hijo para asistencia. Russian: ВНИМАНИЕ: Если вы не говорите на английском языке, для вас доступны бесплатные языковые сервисы на вашем языке. Обратитесь за помощью в школу, в которой учится ваш ребенок.

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COVID Booster and Flu Clinic October 15th
by Needham Public Schools Superintendent's Update 07 Oct '22

07 Oct '22

Dear Needham Public Schools Families: *Booster and Flu Clinic * With thanks to Needham parent and partner Bhuren Patel and Pelmeds Pharmacy, we are offering a COVID Booster and Flu shot clinic on Saturday, October 15th from 12:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. in the *Pollard Middle School* gym. Here is the link to register: Pollard Vaccine Clinic October 15, 2022 <https://calendly.com/pelmeds5/needham-public-pollard?month=2022-10> Have a great holiday weekend! Dan Gutekanst Superintendent of Schools Needham Public Schools 1330 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA 02492 *He/His/Him* 781-455-0400 x11203 dan_gutekanst(a)needham.k12.ma.us ATTENTION: If you speak a language other than English, language assistance services are available to you free of charge. Contact your child’s school for assistance. Chinese (Simplified): 请注意：如果您的母语不是英语，我们将免费提供您语言辅助服务。如需协助，请与您孩子的学校联系。 Spanish: ATENCION: Si usted habla un idioma que no sea el inglés, hay servicios de asistencia lingüística disponibles gratis. Contacte la escuela de su hijo para asistencia. Russian: ВНИМАНИЕ: Если вы не говорите на английском языке, для вас доступны бесплатные языковые сервисы на вашем языке. Обратитесь за помощью в школу, в которой учится ваш ребенок.

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Superintendent's Update
by Needham Public Schools Superintendent's Update 25 Sep '22

25 Sep '22

[image: Screen Shot 2019-09-09 at 2.30.24 PM (1) (1).png] Dear Needham Public Schools Families: Allow me to share the following information and updates: *• *2021-22 Performance Report The 2021-22 Performance Report has been published and will be mailed to Needham homes and businesses in the coming week. The online version is available here: 2021-22 Performance Report <https://drive.google.com/file/d/1aNBsy42ISEff9DOBdLjrp7l2rpaGGu0B/view?usp=…> *• Gun Violence: Beyond the Active Shooter Drill *In partnership with Massachusetts General Hospital's Center for Gun Violence Prevention, join us for a conversation about gun violence, school/student safety, and the trauma associated with violence on September 28th at 6:30 p.m. at Broadmeadow. For more information and to register: Beyond the Active Shooter Drill <https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uTaDSg27SDgjNybPuF0ieZ9nCXtq5ct4/view?usp=…> • *School Committee Open House *Members of the School Committee will be available to greet and meet families and the community at the Harvest Fair <https://members.charlesriverchamber.com/events/details/needham-harvest-fair…> on Sunday, October 2nd at Greene's Field from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This is an opportunity to meet your School Committee and ask them questions or share ideas. • *10 Minutes with... *Each month I produce a brief ten minute video highlighting the people and programs of the Needham Public Schools. This month's video is a conversation with School Committee Chair Matt Spengler and Vice Chair Andrea Longo Carter: 10 Minutes with Matt Spengler and Andrea Longo Carter <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MBkWMPfhqW0> Check it out! *• Superintendent's Blog* My latest post entitled What is School For? <http://npssuperintendent.blogspot.com/> highlights the latest information about the district's strategic plan and priorities. • *Student Accolades *Congratulations to Needham High School Senior Tara Standard who received the top score of 5 and was also one of only 343 students worldwide to earn every point possible on the Advanced Placement (AP) Drawing Exam! Congratulations also to NHS seniors Kevin Cooper, Steven Sun, Evangelos Tsingos, and Ella Yang who have been named semifinalists in the 2023 National Merit Scholarship Competition. • *Stay in Touch with School Happenings! *The quickest way to get weather-related school closings or other important information is on Twitter. For school updates, weather-related school cancellations, reminders, and photos, go to: https://twitter.com/@NPS_Supt Respectfully, Dan Gutekanst Superintendent of Schools Needham Public Schools 1330 Highland Avenue, Needham, MA 02492 *He/His/Him* 781-455-0400 x11203 dan_gutekanst(a)needham.k12.ma.us ATTENTION: If you speak a language other than English, language assistance services are available to you free of charge. Contact your child’s school for assistance. Chinese (Simplified): 请注意：如果您的母语不是英语，我们将免费提供您语言辅助服务。如需协助，请与您孩子的学校联系。 Spanish: ATENCION: Si usted habla un idioma que no sea el inglés, hay servicios de asistencia lingüística disponibles gratis. Contacte la escuela de su hijo para asistencia. Russian: ВНИМАНИЕ: Если вы не говорите на английском языке, для вас доступны бесплатные языковые сервисы на вашем языке. Обратитесь за помощью в школу, в которой учится ваш ребенок.

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