New faculty members participated in the annual New Staff Orientation event held by Seekonk Public Schools on Wednesday, Aug. 20, at Seekonk High School. (Photo Courtesy Seekonk Public Schools)
SEEKONK — Superintendent Rebecca Kidwell is pleased to announce that 12 new faculty and staff members were officially welcomed to Seekonk Public Schools at the District’s annual New Staff Orientation on Wednesday, Aug. 20.
The event, held at Seekonk High School, provided an opportunity for the new hires to familiarize themselves with the District’s mission, to meet key administrators, and to prepare for the upcoming academic year.
Superintendent Kidwell expressed her excitement about the new additions.
“We are thrilled to welcome this talented group of educators to our community,” said Superintendent Kidwell. “Their diverse experiences and commitment to student success will be invaluable to our schools. This orientation is a crucial step in ensuring they have the tools and support they need to thrive and make a positive impact on our students from day one.”
The half-day orientation, facilitated by Assistant Superintendent for Teaching and Learning Zachary Waddicor and Director of Technology and Digital Learning Trisha Leary, covered a comprehensive range of topics, including curriculum standards, school-specific procedures, technology integration, and professional development opportunities.
New staff also got the chance to tour their respective school buildings, see their classrooms, and collaborate with their new colleagues. All new members to the Seekonk Public Schools faculty receive a mentor teacher to help them acclimate to the school district and the broader community.
The new faculty members include:
- Lisa Baldwin (Hurley Middle School)
- Nicole Clarke (Aitken Elementary School)
- Annelise Cotillo (Hurley Middle School)
- Zachary DeBlois (Aitken Elementary School)
- Jayden Dias (Martin Elementary School)
- Charlene Ferrell (Aitken Elementary School)
- Magalis Goris (Hurley Middle School)
- Hannah Griswold (Aitken Elementary School)
- Melany Jimenez (Seekonk High School)
- Jared Moran (Seekonk High School)
- Julia Perkins (Martin Elementary School)
- Maggie Sheehan (Aitken Elementary School)
“We are confident that our new hires will strengthen the educational experience for all students at Seekonk Public Schools,” Superintendent Kidwell said. “The entire Seekonk community looks forward to a successful and productive school year ahead.”
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