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Superintendent Weekly Update #2

Posted Date: 09/07/25 (11:21 AM)
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Superintendent's Update

Weekly Update #2 September 7, 2025

Diverse students

Leveling Up Culturally Responsive and Engaging Pedagogy "With a Little Help from our Friends"

District Intended Outcome: That we maintain the high performance of students meeting and exceeding district standards/expectations, increase performance of students performing below district standards/expectations, and reduce the predictable performance gap between groups of students performing at or above standards/expectations and groups of students performing below standards/expectations.

Our Educators and Students are Doing Amazing Things!



A Letter of Gratitude
I was thrilled to receive this letter on Thursday from former student Abby Barnicle. Please take a read to see the difference that Newington Public Schools teachers have made in her life.
Stars
Bob's Discount Furniture Donation
Bob's Discount Furniture Presents John Wallace Middle School with $2,500 Donation
Bob's Discount Furniture donated $2,500 to John Wallace Middle School through their community outreach program! This Random Act of Kindness "RAK" donation is one of many that Bob's Discount Furniture has participated in, donating to many worthy organizations in the area. The check was accepted by Dan Dias at Bob's Grand Opening Ceremony on Friday, August 29th. Dan plans to use the donation to support students in need.
Jen Rodriguez Receives NEA Travelers Award for Teaching Excellence
Jen Rodriguez, first grade teacher at Anna Reynolds, was selected along with 47 other educators nationwide to receive the 2026 NEA Foundation Travelers Award for Teaching Excellence! This award honors educators who make a lasting impact in their classrooms and communities.
Travelers Award Recipients
Officer Tim Buggee

A Day in the Life with SRO Tim Buggee


NHS School Resource Officer, Tim Buggee, was interviewed by Fox61 to share what his job entails by building safety and trust. His interview and the article can be found here. Tim is an outstanding SRO who continues to have a positive impact on the lives of students in Newington Schools.
helping hands

Everyday Hero 2025-26

Linked here is the Everyday Hero nomination form for this school year.

Thank you for considering nominating someone who has made a positive impact on NPS.
Coming Attractions
Coming Attractions
Equity
Equity
Celebrations and Condolences
Celebrations:

Condolences:
Jen Gizelis, pre-k teacher at John Paterson, lost her brother.
Brian Quigley, cafe aide at Elizabeth Green, lost his mother this week.
Be Well
Maureen