Superintendent’s Report to the School Committee, 2/4/26

Masconomet High School NHS Inducts New Members

National Honor Society (NHS) Advisor Andrew Boeple reports that on January 29th, Masconomet High School inducted 74 new members into the NHS. It was a wonderful ceremony filled with proud students and families. The academic success of these students is due in large part to the dedication and hard work of the teachers they see every day. The NHS would like to thank teachers for being such caring and committed educators.

Mr. Boeple would also like to thank the NHS faculty council (Ellen Sheehy, Ryan Quadros, Rebecca Delmonico, Kim Marini, Ryan Quinn, Chris Love, Kathy Natale, and Alex Verdageur) for the many hours they spent reviewing applications and recommendations to select this year’s class, as well as Katie DiNardo for her support. Lastly, Meghan Murphy and Leah Campbell did an incredible job decorating the table on stage.

Masconomet Middle School Observes Holocaust Remembrance Day

Debbie Coltin, the Executive Director of the Lappin Foundation, a Jewish cultural and heritage organization, spoke to Masconomet Middle School students on January 29th in honor of Holocaust Remembrance Day. She told the story of a Holocaust survivor who documented her time in hiding in Poland during WWII in a series of journals. The program made a powerful impact on students and serves as an important reminder of why students need to hear the story of the Holocaust. Mrs. Coltin will be back on February 6 to continue her presentation to students.

Seal of Biliteracy Information

Each year, the Masconomet Regional World Language Department is pleased to offer
our 12th grade students the opportunity to earn the Seal of Biliteracy. The Seal of Biliteracy award recognizes students who have achieved a high level of proficiency in English and another language, such as a native language or an additional world language learned in school or another setting. It is an accomplishment that provides evidence to colleges and universities, as well as employers, of a student’s ability to engage as a global citizen.

Since 2022, an impressive number of seniors have earned the Seal of Biliteracy and the Seal of Biliteracy with Distinction. The languages represented include Spanish, French, Mandarin, Portuguese, Greek, Russian, and Korean. Participation in this program is voluntary and open to any grade 12 student. Students who are proficient in a home language other than English are also encouraged to participate by submitting this form by February 12, 2026.

To earn the Seal of Biliteracy, students must:

  • Earn a score of at least 472 on ELA MCAS to satisfy the English criteria
  • Demonstrate a high level of proficiency in a world language by attaining a proficiency score of at least Intermediate-High on the STAMP assessment in speaking, writing, reading, and listening
  • Students earning a score of at least 501 on the ELA MCAS and a proficiency level of Advanced-Low in a world language will receive the Seal of Biliteracy with Distinction.

Language assessments will be administered during the school day in March and April. The Seal of Biliteracy Qualifying Language Assessment is the STAMP 4S. Awards and recognition will be given to graduating seniors at the annual Awards Ceremony and at the graduation ceremony. A notation will be added to the student’s transcript. For more information on the Seal of Biliteracy, please contact Director of Teaching and Learning Kevin Cyr at kcyr@masconomet.org.

Culver Scholarship for Student Travel

Are you a candidate in the Global Diploma Program and interested in a travel scholarship opportunity? 

Our Masconomet Education Foundation (MEF) is funding up to 4 $1,000 scholarships each school year!

Application Process:

  • Complete the Scholarship Application.
  • Respond to the following question in a format of your choice (essay, video, slideshow presentation, etc.):
    • How will global travel contribute to your high school educational experience (or learning)?
  • Submit an application and your response to the question to Kevin Cyr, Director of Teaching and Learning – kcyr@masconomet.org

Eligibility:

  • Must be a Sophomore, Junior or Senior at Masconomet Regional High School.
  • Must be a candidate in the Global Competency Diploma Program.
  • Must be a student in good academic and social standing.
  • Limited to one PGC Global Competency Diploma Travel Scholarship during his/her high school career.
  • Priority will be given to financial need.
  • Scholarship eligibility will be determined using a 10-point system:
    • (5 points for work product, 4 points for financial need, 1 point for academic standing)

Please click on the link below to access the scholarship application: 

Pamela G. Culver Global Competency Diploma Travel Scholarship Application

Parent Coffee Schedule for February

This year, we will again be hosting as series of parent coffees on Friday mornings at 8:30 AM. These coffees are an opportunity for members of the public to meet with school principals, members of the District Administrative Team and me to ask questions and discuss issues that concern the Masconomet District. Our next scheduled Parent Coffees will be held at the High School on February 13 and at the Middle School February 27. All Parent Coffees are from 8:30 to 9:30 AM. Parents should report to the main office of their respective schools to check in for the parent coffee.

Please click here for the list of Principal’s Coffee Dates for the 2025-2026 School Year.

Stay in Touch with Masconomet

District Communications and Quick Reference Guide

Have a question or concern and don’t know where to start? The District Communications and Quick Reference Guide will get you in touch with the right person at Masconomet.

How We Communicate

“How We Communicate” outlines our District’s communication methods.

School Principals’ Blogs

Both our Middle and High School Principal’s publish weekly blogs with information from their schools.  For more school-specific info, please see the High School Principal’s Masco Memo and the Middle School Principal’s Weekly Update.

Masconomet’s Strategic Plan, 2023-2028

Masconomet 2025-2026 Strategic Initiative Goals

Masconomet’s Portrait of a Learner

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Superintendent’s Report to the School Committee, 1/21/26

Masconomet Earns Bronze Recognition from College Board

Masconomet has earned Bronze Recognition on the 2025 AP School Honor Roll! The AP School Honor Roll recognizes schools whose AP program are delivering results and broadening participation for students. Schools can earn the Honor Roll recognition annually based on criteria that reflect a commitment to increasing their school’s college-going culture, providing opportunities for students to earn college credit, and maximizing college readiness.


During the 2024–2025 academic year, Masco offered 19 AP courses, (across 32 sections), taught by 16 AP teachers. As a result, Masco earned Bronze Recognition on the 2025 AP School Honor Roll by meeting the following criteria:

  • “Corporate Culture:” 60% of Masco students (131/217) took at least one AP exam during high school.
  • “College Credit:” 52% of Masco students (113/217) scored a three or higher on at least one AP exam.
  • “College Optimization:” 3% of Masco students (7/217) took five or more AP exams.

Masconomet Students Participate in IDEAS Student Leadership Conference

On January 9th, six students representing ACE Club, GSA, and Model UN attended the IDEAS Student Leadership Conference at Lincoln-Sudbury High School. This all day conference invited students to become leaders in their school as they discussed building community within racial groups, recognizing stereotypes and other forms of discrimination, exploring the many aspects of identity, and recognizing the importance of advocacy and allyship. Our six were amazing: insightful, informed, inclusive,  and willing to share and contribute. The two facilitators from IDEAS recognized early in the day that the Masco students were committed and relied almost solely on them to guide the room full of students.  

Many, many thanks to MEF for their generous support of this important conference.  The ACE students plan to conduct several of the trainings with the ACE Club at large, as well as introduce one training at our annual multicultural multi-club potluck event this spring.   

Documentary Film Festival, 1/22 at 6:00 PM

Parent Coffee Schedule for January/February

This year, we will again be hosting as series of parent coffees on Friday mornings at 8:30 AM. These coffees are an opportunity for members of the public to meet with school principals, members of the District Administrative Team and me to ask questions and discuss issues that concern the Masconomet District. Our next scheduled Parent Coffees will be held at the High School on February 13 and at the Middle School on January 23 and February 27. All Parent Coffees are from 8:30 to 9:30 AM. Parents should report to the main office of their respective schools to check in for the parent coffee.

Please click here for the list of Principal’s Coffee Dates for the 2025-2026 School Year.

Stay in Touch with Masconomet

District Communications and Quick Reference Guide

Have a question or concern and don’t know where to start? The District Communications and Quick Reference Guide will get you in touch with the right person at Masconomet.

How We Communicate

“How We Communicate” outlines our District’s communication methods.

School Principals’ Blogs

Both our Middle and High School Principal’s publish weekly blogs with information from their schools.  For more school-specific info, please see the High School Principal’s Masco Memo and the Middle School Principal’s Weekly Update.

Masconomet’s Strategic Plan, 2023-2028

Masconomet 2025-2026 Strategic Initiative Goals

Masconomet’s Portrait of a Learner

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Superintendent’s Report to the School Committee, 1/7/26

Presentation of Feasibility Study for Renovation of Track, Softball and Tennis Facilities

In May of 2025, Boxford, Middleton and Topsfield Town Meetings approved funding for the creation of a feasibility study to renovate the track and address ADA compliance issues at Bunker Stadium, redevelop our softball facilities to address accessibility issues and bring them on par with our baseball facilities, and to replace and expand our tennis facilities.

In July of 2025, Masconomet engaged the services of Vision Sports Design to complete this study. Through the summer and fall of 2025, Vision Sports Design held several meetings with Masconomet Administration, including Athletic Director John Daileanes and Asst. Superintendent Jeff Sands, to review the current state of our facilities and discuss possible approaches. In November of 2025, Vision reviewed their draft design with the School Committee’s District Capital Investment Subcommittee DCI). At the January 7, 2026 School Committee Meeting, Vision Sports Design presented their design to the full School Committee.

The draft design includes elements that are essential to providing our students with high quality athletic facilities that are in compliance with Title IX and the Americans with Disabilities Act. In regards to the Bunker Stadium area, the design includes the replacement of the current track surface, which has reached the end of its useful life, and the addition of surfaced “D-Zone” areas for jumping events. The design also includes the addition of a modern irrigation system to the field at Bunker Stadium. The field is currently watered through an improvised system that lacks automated controls, making it very labor intensive to operate. Most importantly, the design includes the creation of new walkways around the stadium that are in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, including paved access for spectators to the visitor’s side of the field. The total estimated cost for the proposed renovations to the track and stadium in this design are $2.3M.

The current layout of varsity and junior varsity softball fields is inadequate at best. Spectators who wish to attend a varsity softball game must walk through the junior varsity field to do so, often while a junior varsity game is in progress, over a grass pathway that is difficult to navigate for those with mobility issues and impossible for wheelchair access. Our current softball facilities also lack the amenities that are enjoyed by our baseball team, including dugouts, storage areas, scoreboards, irrigation system, and batting cages. The proposed improvements to Masconomet’s softball facilities envision the relocation of the varsity softball field and the repurposing of current varsity softball field as a junior varsity field. The design includes proper access for spectators to both fields and the installation of amenities to bring our softball facilities on par with baseball. The estimated cost of renovating the softball facilities is $2.3M.

The third element of the proposed design is the renovation of our current tennis facilities. Several years ago, the four tennis courts at Masconomet underwent repairs to address cracks in the asphalt surface. These repairs are now failing and new cracks are appearing on the courts. The facility also lacks accessible pathways and adequate player and spectator areas. The proposed renovations to the tennis facility include the installation of a post-tension concrete court system that reduces the likelihood of cracks developing on the surface. The renovations also include the addition of a fifth court to address the current number of matches in a high school competition (three singles and two doubles matches). The proposed design also includes new walkways around the courts and seating areas for players and spectators. The estimated cost for renovating the tennis facilities is $1.5M.

The presentation of the feasibility study by Vision Sports Design to the School Committee, including itemized cost estimates for each aspect of the proposal is included below. If the School Committee decides to move forward with part or all of this project, the next step in the process would be to request funding from Boxford, Middleton and Topsfield for the creation of schematic designs and permitting of the project. At the conclusion of the presentation, the School Committee asked District Administration to seek a quote from Vision Sports Design for the cost of creating a schematic design and obtaining permits for this project.

Masco Site Plan_Presentation Softball_Track_Tennis 010726Download

Parent Coffee Schedule for January 2026

This year, we will again be hosting as series of parent coffees on Friday mornings at 8:30 AM. These coffees are an opportunity for members of the public to meet with school principals, members of the District Administrative Team and me to ask questions and discuss issues that concern the Masconomet District. Our next scheduled Parent Coffees will be held at the High School on January 16 and at the Middle School on January 23. All Parent Coffees are from 8:30 to 9:30 AM. Parents should report to the main office of their respective schools to check in for the parent coffee.

Please click here for the list of Principal’s Coffee Dates for the 2025-2026 School Year.

Community Notices

Stay in Touch with Masconomet

District Communications and Quick Reference Guide

Have a question or concern and don’t know where to start? The District Communications and Quick Reference Guide will get you in touch with the right person at Masconomet.

How We Communicate

“How We Communicate” outlines our District’s communication methods.

School Principals’ Blogs

Both our Middle and High School Principal’s publish weekly blogs with information from their schools.  For more school-specific info, please see the High School Principal’s Masco Memo and the Middle School Principal’s Weekly Update.

Masconomet’s Strategic Plan, 2023-2028

Masconomet 2025-2026 Strategic Initiative Goals

Masconomet’s Portrait of a Learner

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Superintendent’s Report to the School Committee, 12/17/25

Model UN Team Competes at St. John’s Prep

Masconomet DECA Team Achieves Unprecedented Success at DECA District 3 Career Development Conference: 80 Students Qualify for State Conference

The Masconomet DECA chapter had a strong showing at this year’s District 3 Career Development Conference, held on Wednesday, December 11, and Thursday, December 12, at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Danvers.

With more than 1,450 students from eleven schools competing in over 50 marketing, finance, hospitality, and entrepreneurship events, Masconomet stood out in both participation and performance. This year, 215 Masco students took the stage at Districts—and an impressive 80 students earned a spot at the DECA State Career Development Conference, taking place March 12 through March 14 in Boston. This milestone reflects the hard work, professionalism, and perseverance our students consistently demonstrate.

At Districts, team and series competitors completed a 100-question exam in November and delivered a roleplay—solving real-world business scenarios in front of a judge. Project competitors conducted in-depth research, developed written papers, and presented their solutions during the conference.

DECA is a co-curricular organization that prepares high school students for college and career success by fostering leadership, communication, critical thinking, and community engagement. Now in its eighth year at Masconomet, our chapter includes nearly one-quarter of the school’s student body. The program is led by Business Teachers Bryan Duplissie and Madison (Estes) Marc-Aurele, along with Business/Computer Science Teacher Jennifer Richard. The support of the Business and Computer Science Department and school administration continues to play a crucial role in our students’ achievements.

MASCO DECA District 2025 Winners 

PlaceCategoryName
1Entrepreneurship SeriesWill Allen
1Travel & Tourism Marketing Team Decision MakingAngelica Kotsiras / Anna Musial
1Buying and Merchandising OperationsJack Engel / Kai Hird / Kuin Hird
1Finance OperationsKaeley Forde / Hannah Mitchell
1Franchise Business PlanJordyn Fallis / Samia Lalikos
1Hospitality and Tourism Professional Selling EventKathleen Daly
PlaceCategoryName
2Principles of MarketingIsabella D’Addario
2Sports and Entertainment Marketing SeriesJack Kotsiras
2Buying and Merchandising Team Decision MakingCharlie Francis / Ryan Richardson
2Business Services OperationsDelilah Katsos / Hudson Rollins
2Sports & Entertainment Marketing OperationsLuke Fiedler / JJ Mckenna / Jonathan Pinelli
2Start-Up Business PlanAlessia Ross / Grace Ross
2Professional Selling EventSophia Carson
PlaceCategoryName
3Buying and Merchandising Team Decision MakingElise Clapp / Genevieve Clapp
3Travel & Tourism Marketing Team Decision MakingClara Emig / Evelyn Emig
3Business Services OperationsAva Gauvain / Maggie Llewellyn
3Hospitality & Tourism OperationsAyla Geraghty-Sari / Nicolle Sofronas
3Sports & Entertainment Marketing OperationsJohn Caron / Braden Gregerick / Akash Menon
3Community Giving ProjectColby Junge
3Sales ProjectJohn Green / Nathaniel Mroczek / Chester Thompson
3Integrated Marketing Campaign ServiceAva LeBlanc
3Financial ConsultingCaitlin Kohn
PlaceCategoryName
4Principles of MarketingMegan Mills
4Entrepreneurship SeriesArjun Shreyakar
4Entrepreneurship Team Decision MakingRania Aboujja / Lidia Alberta
4Travel & Tourism Marketing Team Decision MakingSilas Harrison / Lincoln Sandler
4Hospitality & Tourism OperationsJana Buisir / Tessa Rossi
4Sports & Entertainment Marketing OperationsTara Thompson
4Community Awareness ProjectClaudia Corsini / London Gray
4Innovation PlanTyler Johnson / Owen Quinn
4Hospitality and Tourism Professional Selling EventSadie Ludmar
PlaceCategoryName
5Automotive Services Marketing SeriesAlex Barrera
5Hotel and Lodging ManagementAnnabelle Leblanc
5Finance OperationsNatasha Bhatia / Madison Gibeau / Elizabeth Shoemaker
5Business Growth PlanColin Doherty / Danny Karas / Sam Richardson
5Innovation PlanAdam Mouhawil / Dylan Skladany
5Integrated Marketing Campaign ProductRachel Bushey / Gianna Martin / Stella Siewko
6Automotive Services Marketing SeriesLucien Raymond
6Hotel and Lodging ManagementAlejandro Rave
6Business Services OperationsAlex Cantalupo / Nino Stefanelli
6Hospitality & Tourism OperationsEmerson Odoardi / Ava Whitman
6Business Solutions ProjectRia Kundaliya / Adelyn Ventura
6Career Development ProjectAnna Gustafson / Maya Hunter
6Franchise Business PlanMia Antonakes / Charlotte Caron / Avery Casey

Parent Coffee Schedule

This year, we will again be hosting as series of parent coffees on Friday mornings at 8:30 AM. These coffees are an opportunity for members of the public to meet with school principals, members of the District Administrative Team and me to ask questions and discuss issues that concern the Masconomet District. Our next scheduled Parent Coffees will be held at the Middle School on December 19 and at the High School on January 16. All Parent Coffees are from 8:30 to 9:30 AM. Parents should report to the main office of their respective schools to check in for the parent coffee.

Please click here for the list of Principal’s Coffee Dates for the 2025-2026 School Year.

Community Notices

Stay in Touch with Masconomet

District Communications and Quick Reference Guide

Have a question or concern and don’t know where to start? The District Communications and Quick Reference Guide will get you in touch with the right person at Masconomet.

How We Communicate

“How We Communicate” outlines our District’s communication methods.

School Principals’ Blogs

Both our Middle and High School Principal’s publish weekly blogs with information from their schools.  For more school-specific info, please see the High School Principal’s Masco Memo and the Middle School Principal’s Weekly Update.

Masconomet’s Strategic Plan, 2023-2028

Masconomet 2025-2026 Strategic Initiative Goals

Masconomet’s Portrait of a Learner

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Superintendent’s Report to the School Committee, 12/3/25

Masconomet Cheerleading Wins State Championship

Congratulations to our Cheerleading Team for winning the State Championship in the “Small Co-Ed Division” at the 2025 Massachusetts School Administrators Association’s Fall Cheerleading Championships. The competition was held on Saturday, November 22nd at Worcester State University. The team posted a 95.3 score, which was 1.4 points ahead of second place Duxbury High School. The team was escorted home on Saturday evening by our local public safety departments and was honored with a “Rolling Rally” through the halls of the High School on the morning of November 24th. The video of the winning routine is below.

Masconomet High School’s “Days of Giving” begins December 8th

Every year, the Masconomet Peer Leaders sponsor “Days of Giving at Masconomet High School,” which focuses on giving and building community!  The Peer Leaders are again seeking donations of gifts and/or gift cards for adolescents aged 12 and up. This age range is specifically chosen to ensure that all children have a merry and bright holiday season. All collected items will go directly to students and families in the Tri-Town! Collection of donations will take place outside of the High School Library starting Monday, December 8th and ending on Friday, December 12th. 

All 9th graders and Peer Leaders will have their December meeting during M-block on Wednesday, December 3rd in the auditorium to kick off this event.

To continue with the month-long event, Peer Leading will also be sponsoring the following activities:

  1. Holiday-themed spirit week: Monday, December 15th – Tuesday, December 23rd.
  2. Holiday Door Decorating Contest: A competition amongst M-blocks to decorate the best door based on an assigned holiday theme!

High School Musical, December 4, 5, & 6

Parent Coffee Schedule

This year, we will again be hosting as series of parent coffees on Friday mornings at 8:30 AM. These coffees are an opportunity for members of the public to meet with school principals, members of the District Administrative Team and me to ask questions and discuss issues that concern the Masconomet District. Our next scheduled Parent Coffees will be held at the Middle School on December 19 and at the High School on December 12. All Parent Coffees are from 8:30 to 9:30 AM. Parents should report to the main office of their respective schools to check in for the parent coffee.

Please click here for the list of Principal’s Coffee Dates for the 2025-2026 School Year.

Community Notices

Stay in Touch with Masconomet

District Communications and Quick Reference Guide

Have a question or concern and don’t know where to start? The District Communications and Quick Reference Guide will get you in touch with the right person at Masconomet.

How We Communicate

“How We Communicate” outlines our District’s communication methods.

School Principals’ Blogs

Both our Middle and High School Principal’s publish weekly blogs with information from their schools.  For more school-specific info, please see the High School Principal’s Masco Memo and the Middle School Principal’s Weekly Update.

Masconomet’s Strategic Plan, 2023-2028

Masconomet 2025-2026 Strategic Initiative Goals

Masconomet’s Portrait of a Learner

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Superintendent’s Report to the School Committee, 11/19/25

Professional Learning – Faculty-Led Workshops 

Our educators recently completed the first round of Faculty-Led Workshops, and the participant response has been very positive. These professional learning opportunities empowered faculty to learn directly from their colleagues, strengthening collaboration and reinforcing the expertise within our own community.

Special thanks to the following Masconomet educators for building leadership capacity and facilitating these workshops:

Ellen Sheehy, Library Media Specialist

Al McCarthy, Instructional Technology Specialist, High School Computer Science Teacher

Ursina Amsler, Middle School Art Teacher

Madison Marc-Aurele, High School Business Teacher

Jennifer Richard, High School Business Teacher

Ben Hodges, Director of Digital Learning, Business and Computer Science Department Chair, 

Ai Li, Chinese/ELL Teacher

Jenna Gagnon, High School English Teacher

Christian LeBlanc, Middle School English Teacher

Nick Parianos, High School Wellness Teacher

These workshops reflected a wide range of professional interests and needs, including Technology Integration Tools, Self-Care, AI, Sheltered English Immersion, English Book Club, CPR/AED, and Paraeducator E-Learning. 

We are excited to share that the next round of professional learning workshops will resume on January 14, 2026, with several outside partners joining in as well. 

High School Musical, December 4, 5, & 6

Middle School Holiday Food Drive

The Masconomet Middle School Student Council is holding a Food Drive beginning on Monday, November 10th thru Wednesday, November 26th.

Many in the tri-town area are in need of support and rely on the donations of local citizens to fill the pantries during the holiday season.  If you can make a donation of any size the student council and the community at large greatly appreciate it!

Donation boxes will be located in most classrooms as well as in the main office area.  Student council members will be available each morning to total up each donation and will attribute the gathering to a team so that we can crown a champion.

Who will Receive Donations?

  • Trinity Church Food Pantry – Topsfield, MA
  • First Church Congregational Food Pantry – Boxford, MA
  • Acord Food Pantry – Hamilton, MA

Donations can also be made directly thru Amazon at the following link –

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/genericItemsPage/VU6Z62GT7H0P

If you would like to donate online please send a print out of your receipt with your student so that we can add it to the total!

Goals

Our primary goal is to provide food and personal hygiene items to those in need during this incredibly difficult time.  Any support that you and your family can provide would be greatly appreciated!

Prizes!

The winning M-Block will be awarded the most sought after trophy in the North Shore, the Canley Cup! (They will also have a party).

Food Items Wish List

Please click on the following LINK to find a list of the food items that we are seeking during our food drive.

Thank you for your support!

Youth Risk Behavior Survey Administered Today

The Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS) was administered today to all grades at Masconomet during M-Block. The YRBS is administered at Masconomet every other year by the Tri-Town Council. Separate surveys containing developmentally appropriate questions were administered at the Middle and High Schools. The YRBS is designed to monitor priority health risk behaviors that contribute to the leading causes of death, disease, injury, and social problems among youth. Questions in these anonymous surveys measured youth demographics, substance use, protective factors, depression, personal safety, and sexual health. YRBS results will be analyzed by the Tri-Town Council’s Youth Action Advisory Board (YAAB) and will be presented publicly next fall. The results of these surveys are used by Masconomet administration and faculty to develop programming to meet student needs.

Parent Coffee Schedule

This year, we will again be hosting as series of parent coffees on Friday mornings at 8:30 AM. These coffees are an opportunity for members of the public to meet with school principals, members of the District Administrative Team and me to ask questions and discuss issues that concern the Masconomet District. Our next scheduled Parent Coffees will be held at the Middle School on November 21 and December 19 and at the High School on December 12. All Parent Coffees are from 8:30 to 9:30 AM. Parents should report to the main office of their respective schools to check in for the parent coffee.

Please click here for the list of Principal’s Coffee Dates for the 2025-2026 School Year.

School Cancellation Notification Procedures

As we enter the winter season and the possibility of inclement weather, I wanted to share with you our procedures for communicating school cancellations and delayed openings.   

School cancellation or delayed opening announcements will first be communicated through “passive” means, such as Instagram and local news media outlets and then later through direct telephone contact through our Blackboard Communication System.

Once the decision is made to cancel or delay the start of school, it will be communicated through the following outlets:

Direct Contact Communications through Blackboard via telephone and email should be sent out prior to 8:30 PM if a decision to close or delay school has been reached on the evening prior or at 6:00 AM if a decision is made on the morning of the cancellation or delayed opening.

All Media Communications will be sent out as soon as a decision has been made regardless of the time, and should be before 5:30 AM on the morning of the cancellation/delay.

Instagram:  follow @masconometsuper.  This will always be the first place for school cancellation and delayed opening announcements.

Masconomet Website on the home page under “Superintendent News and Announcements.” www.masconomet.org

Community Notices

Stay in Touch with Masconomet

District Communications and Quick Reference Guide

Have a question or concern and don’t know where to start? The District Communications and Quick Reference Guide will get you in touch with the right person at Masconomet.

How We Communicate

“How We Communicate” outlines our District’s communication methods.

School Principals’ Blogs

Both our Middle and High School Principal’s publish weekly blogs with information from their schools.  For more school-specific info, please see the High School Principal’s Masco Memo and the Middle School Principal’s Weekly Update.

Masconomet’s Strategic Plan, 2023-2028

Masconomet 2025-2026 Strategic Initiative Goals

Masconomet’s Portrait of a Learner

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Superintendent’s Report to the School Committee, 11/5/25

MSBA Invites Masconomet into Feasibility Study Phase for Roof Replacement and HVAC Conversion Project

On Wednesday, Oct. 29, the Board of Directors of the Massachusetts School Building Authority invited Masconomet Middle School and Masconomet High School into the schematic design phase its Accelerated Repair Program. The Masconomet Regional School District submitted a proposal in April to replace the roof, and convert the heating/cooling systems to heat pumps at the Middle and High Schools. The Accelerated Repair Program supports improving learning environments for children and teachers, reducing energy use, and generating cost savings for districts.

The roof and heating/cooling systems have been identified as in need of repair or replacement for several years. The roof was last replaced in 2001, with an expected 20-year lifespan. The District completed extensive short-term repairs to the roof in 2019 that were expected to last approximately five years. 

Inconsistent heating/cooling has greatly interrupted the District’s ability to create conditions conducive to learning. The two current boilers in the Middle School are approximately 60 years old and in danger of failing. The High School’s boilers were installed in 2001. The lack of a functioning HVAC control system also hinders the ability to maintain appropriate classroom temperatures.

Replacing the current HVAC system with heat pumps will eliminate current issues with inconsistent heating and add the ability to provide air conditioning to all classroom spaces. Furthermore, new building systems will reduce energy costs and support ongoing conservation efforts. The project is expected to extend the life of the building for at least another 20 years.

“The District has been doing its best to keep up, but these systems are failing. Assistant Superintendent Jeff Sands and HVAC Technician Keith Starosciak have worked tirelessly to ensure our HVAC systems have remained operational. We’ve been very fortunate to have not had a catastrophe such as losing a boiler in the winter, where we would have to close school for multiple days,” Superintendent Michael Harvey said. “I would like to thank Mr. Sands and Mr. Starosciak for their work in developing our Statement of Interest submittal to the MSBA.  We’re grateful that the MSBA has accepted us into the Accelerated Repair Program, which will help us address these issues and be able to concentrate on education once again.”

 By entering the program, Masconomet can expect MSBA grant funding to significantly reduce the impact on taxpayers.

Voters in Boxford, Middleton, and Topsfield will be asked to support the funding for the schematic design phase at their spring Annual Town Meetings.  If approved, the District will develop schematic drawings and cost estimates for the roof replacement and HVAC work over the next 14 months.

8th Grade Parent Night at Masconomet High School on 11/13

On Thursday, November 13th, we invite parents of prospective 9th grade students to attend our annual 8th Grade Open House. This event is designed to help students and families joining the Masconomet Regional High School for the 2026–2027 school year to learn more about what we have to offer.

During the evening, you will hear from the principal, meet department heads, and explore some of the many clubs, activities, and athletic teams available at Masconomet.

Track Replacement and Softball and Tennis Facility Upgrade Project Update

Earlier this week, Asst. Superintendent Jeff Sands and I met with the design team from Vision Sports Design to review the latest draft design for renovations to our outdoor track, softball fields and tennis courts.  These plans include elements to address handicap access issues around the stadium and bring our softball facilities in line with baseball.  The plans will be reviewed with the School Committee’s Capital and Budget Working Group on November 21st and with the full School Committee this winter. 

Parent Coffee Schedule

This year, we will again be hosting as series of parent coffees on Friday mornings at 8:30 AM. These coffees are an opportunity for members of the public to meet with school principals, members of the District Administrative Team and me to ask questions and discuss issues that concern the Masconomet District. Our next scheduled Parent Coffees will be held at the High School on November 14 and at the Middle School on November 21. All Parent Coffees are from 8:30 to 9:30 AM. Parents should report to the main office of their respective schools to check in for the parent coffee.

Please click here for the list of Principal’s Coffee Dates for the 2025-2026 School Year.

School Cancellation Notification Procedures

As we enter the winter season and the possibility of inclement weather, I wanted to share with you our procedures for communicating school cancellations and delayed openings.   

School cancellation or delayed opening announcements will first be communicated through “passive” means, such as Instagram and local news media outlets and then later through direct telephone contact through our Blackboard Communication System.

Once the decision is made to cancel or delay the start of school, it will be communicated through the following outlets:

Direct Contact Communications through Blackboard via telephone and email should be sent out prior to 8:30 PM if a decision to close or delay school has been reached on the evening prior or at 6:00 AM if a decision is made on the morning of the cancellation or delayed opening.

All Media Communications will be sent out as soon as a decision has been made regardless of the time, and should be before 5:30 AM on the morning of the cancellation/delay.

Instagram:  follow @masconometsuper.  This will always be the first place for school cancellation and delayed opening announcements.

Masconomet Website on the home page under “Superintendent News and Announcements.” www.masconomet.org

Community Notices

Stay in Touch with Masconomet

District Communications and Quick Reference Guide

Have a question or concern and don’t know where to start? The District Communications and Quick Reference Guide will get you in touch with the right person at Masconomet.

How We Communicate

“How We Communicate” outlines our District’s communication methods.

School Principals’ Blogs

Both our Middle and High School Principal’s publish weekly blogs with information from their schools.  For more school-specific info, please see the High School Principal’s Masco Memo and the Middle School Principal’s Weekly Update.

Masconomet’s Strategic Plan, 2023-2028

Masconomet 2025-2026 Strategic Initiative Goals

Masconomet’s Portrait of a Learner

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Superintendent’s Report to the School Committee, 10/22/25

Masconomet Students Goss and Turco Featured in Boston Globe Article on Best Buddies Walk

Congratulations to Masconomet sophomore Matthew Goss and senior Olivia Turco on being featured in the October 16th edition of the Boston Globe in the article “Boxford teens walk in friendship for Best Buddies.” Matthew and Elizabeth participated on the “Matthew’s Troops” fundraising team in the Best Buddies Friendship Walk in Boston this past weekend. Both students are also active in our local Masconomet Best Buddies Chapter, which is facilitated by high school teacher Kevin Carens. Here’s a link to the article: https://www.bostonglobe.com/2025/10/16/metro/best-buddies-friendship-walk-boston-2025/?p1=BGSearch_Overlay_Results

Matthew Goss and Olivia Turco. photo: Boston Globe

DESE Hosts Public Comment Session on Chapter 70 Funding at Masconomet on 10/23

The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education will be conducting public listening sessions on the Chapter 70 Budget Formula this fall.  The first session will be here in the Masconomet Auditorium on Thursday, October 23rd from 4:30-6:30 PM.  More info on the sessions, including the process for speaking during the session or submitting written comments, can be found here:  https://www.doe.mass.edu/finance/chapter70/fy2026-local-contribution-study.html

State Reps. Ramos and Nguyen to present at Masconomet Middle School

State Representative Adrianne Ramos is scheduled to speak with our 7th graders on 10/23 and State Representative Tram Nguyen will speak to our 8th graders on 10/30 during M-Block. Both Representatives will be speaking to students about public service and community involvement.

Middle School Parent Teacher Conferences on 10/30

Conferences will take place on October 30 from 2:30-6:50pm. The link for parents to schedule conferences was sent out from the Middle School last week. Please call the Middle School Main Office with questions.

Internet Safety Presentation for Parents on 11/4

8th Grade Parent Night at Masconomet High School on 11/13

On Thursday, November 13th, we invite you to attend our annual 8th Grade Open House. This event is designed to help students and families joining the Masconomet Regional High School for the 2026–2027 school year to learn more about what we have to offer.

During the evening, you will hear from the principal, meet department heads, and explore some of the many clubs, activities, and athletic teams available at Masconomet.

We look forward to seeing you that evening! Please keep an eye out for more details regarding the evening.

Message Regarding Special Education Reductions at US Department of Education

As the impact of the Government Shutdown continues to unfold, we are hearing more and more stories about government layoffs, specifically at the United States Department of Education.  You may have seen the Boston Globe article regarding mass layoffs at the Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP).

We will continue to monitor the impact of the situation and make decisions about what is best for our students.  We want to assure you that despite what is happening on the federal level, we maintain our highest commitment to the students of the Tri-Town and Masco, and their legal right to an education.  We have a long history of providing an excellent educational experience through other turbulent times and we will work to continue that history.

If you have specific questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to your program coordinator or the Student Services Offices.

Parent Coffee Schedule

This year, we will again be hosting as series of parent coffees on Friday mornings at 8:30 AM. These coffees are an opportunity for members of the public to meet with school principals, members of the District Administrative Team and me to ask questions and discuss issues that concern the Masconomet District. Our next scheduled Parent Coffees will be held at the Middle School on October 24 and November 21 and at the High School on November 14. All Parent Coffees are from 8:30 to 9:30 AM. Parents should report to the main office of their respective schools to check in for the parent coffee.

Please click here for the list of Principal’s Coffee Dates for the 2025-2026 School Year.

Community Partner Notices

Stay in Touch with Masconomet

District Communications and Quick Reference Guide

Have a question or concern and don’t know where to start? The District Communications and Quick Reference Guide will get you in touch with the right person at Masconomet.

How We Communicate

“How We Communicate” outlines our District’s communication methods.

School Principals’ Blogs

Both our Middle and High School Principal’s publish weekly blogs with information from their schools.  For more school-specific info, please see the High School Principal’s Masco Memo and the Middle School Principal’s Weekly Update.

Masconomet’s Strategic Plan, 2023-2028

Masconomet 2025-2026 Strategic Initiative Goals

Masconomet’s Portrait of a Learner

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Superintendent’s Report to the School Committee, 10/8/25

Thank You To Our Middle School Science Teachers

In 2019, a group called OpenSciEd developed an open-sourced, high-quality, standards-based science program for grades 6-8. Last year, Masconomet Middle School was fortunate to receive a generous $44,700 grant from the One8 Foundation to support our adoption of the OpenSciEd curriculum over the next three years. This funding provides us with hands-on science materials as well as professional learning opportunities for both educators and administrators. 

We are especially grateful to the following teachers who recently attended a four-day Curriculum Launch in preparation for bringing OpenSciEd to our 7th and 8th-grade classrooms:

Grade 7:Grade 8:
Michael SuretteTimothy Brown
Deborah WescottPatrick Hogan
Caitlin Wrobel

As a result of their commitment, our teachers now possess a strong understanding of the OpenSciEd approach and pedagogy. This preparation ensures that students will experience science learning that is both rigorous and authentic.

Tri-Town Council Presents “The Secret Lives of Teen and Tweens” by John Mattleman

On Thursday, October 9 at 7:00 PM, the Tri Town Council presents speaker Jon Mattleman’s “The Secret Lives of Teens and Tweens”  in the Masco Auditorium. This is a Parent / Caring Adult Program. Mattleman’s presentation will provide insight into what’s going on in adolescent brains, the complexity of their lives (including anxiety, depression, suicide), what they do/say and why, and how caring adults can better support them.

The Tri-Town Council will also host an Open Gym in the Masconomet Field House from 7-9 PM on October 9th. Open to middle and high school youth, it’s a chance to get together and shoot hoops, play games, or just hang out.

Turf Field Update

Masconomet’s application for a permit to construct two artificial turf fields on our campus was reviewed at the Boxford Conservation Commission’s September 18th meeting. Stantec, the District’s designer on the project, has responded to all of the questions in the peer review study conducted at the Conservation Commission’s request by engineering firm Williams and Sparges. The Conservation Commission would now like the District to document its requirements for PFAS-free materials in the artificial turf. The project is due to be back before the Conservation Commission at its October 16th meeting.

Masconomet Music Parents Electronic Recycling Fundraiser, Saturday October 18th

PSAT for Masconomet 11th Grade, Wednesday October 15th

The Preliminary SAT, also known as the PSAT/NMSQT (National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test), is a practice version of the College Board SAT exam. This year, Masconomet will offer the PSAT to all current Juniors (class of 2027) on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, in the Field House. Juniors are automatically registered for the PSAT, and the Masconomet School District provides the exam at zero cost to families. Please check your email for additional information.

Middle School Parent Parent Conferences, Thursday October 30th

Middle School Parent Conferences will take place on October 30 from 2:30-6:50pm. Counselors will contact parents of struggling students to schedule appointment times and the general signups will open on October 16 at 6pm. A link will be sent to all parents and caregivers for the general signups.

Parent Coffee Schedule for October

This year, we will again be hosting as series of parent coffees on Friday mornings at 8:30 AM. These coffees are an opportunity for members of the public to meet with school principals, members of the District Administrative Team and me to ask questions and discuss issues that concern the Masconomet District. Our Parent Coffees this month will be held in the High School on October 17 and in the Middle School on October 24 from 8:30 to 9:30 AM. Parents should report to the main office of their respective schools to check in for the parent coffee.

Please click here for the list of Principal’s Coffee Dates for the 2025-2026 School Year.

Stay in Touch with Masconomet

District Communications and Quick Reference Guide

Have a question or concern and don’t know where to start? The District Communications and Quick Reference Guide will get you in touch with the right person at Masconomet.

How We Communicate

“How We Communicate” outlines our District’s communication methods.

School Principals’ Blogs

Both our Middle and High School Principal’s publish weekly blogs with information from their schools.  For more school-specific info, please see the High School Principal’s Masco Memo and the Middle School Principal’s Weekly Update.

Masconomet’s Strategic Plan, 2023-2028

Masconomet 2025-2026 Strategic Initiative Goals

Masconomet’s Portrait of a Learner

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Superintendent’s Report to the School Committee, 9/24/25

Upcoming Tri-Town Council Programs

Well Creativity Workshops: a guided youth program exploring the connection between creativity and wellness. This is a new workshop series, which is being piloted this fall in conjunction with our PhotoVoice program. The workshops are for middle or high school youth and will meet on 4 Wednesdays after school 1:30-3:30 at Tri-Town Council. The first is Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22 and the second is Nov. 5, 12, 19, Dec. 3. 

On Thursday, October 9 at 7:00 PM, the Tri Town Council presents speaker Jon Mattleman’s “The Secret Lives of Teens and Tweens”  in the Masco Auditorium. This is a Parent / Caring Adult Program. Mattleman’s presentation will provide insight into what’s going on in adolescent brains, the complexity of their lives (including anxiety, depression, suicide), what they do/say and why, and how caring adults can better support them.

The Tri-Town Council will also host an Open Gym in the Masconomet Field House from 7-9 PM on October 9th. Open to middle and high school youth, it’s a chance to get together and shoot hoops, play games, or just hang out.

Turf Field Update

Masconomet’s application for a permit to construct two artificial turf fields on our campus was reviewed at the Boxford Conservation Commission’s September 18th meeting. Stantec, the District’s designer on the project, has responded to all of the questions in the peer review study conducted at the Conservation Commission’s request by engineering firm Williams and Sparges. The Conservation Commission would now like the District to document its requirements for PFAS-free materials in the artificial turf. The project is due to be back before the Conservation Commission at its October 16th meeting.

Masconomet Education Foundation (MEF)

MEF is looking for parent volunteers! If you’re looking for a way to get to know Masco and make a difference in your child’s school experience, please consider getting involved with MEF. Through MEF, you will have the opportunity to work directly with teachers, department heads, principals, the superintendent, and other administrators to raise funds that directly benefit our students. These funds support enriching experiences like field trips, guest speakers, and new technology that enhance student learning.

MEF is always seeking new volunteers and would love to share more about the incredible programs they’ve supported over the years. For more information on MEF, please ego to www.mascoef.org  If you’d like to get involved, send an email to info@masconometeducationfoundation.org

Please considering joining Masconomet Parent Activities Committee (PAC)

Masconomet Parent Activities Committee (“PAC”) is the high school and middle school’s parent organization designed to sponsor activities and events that will enhance the educational and extra-curricular needs of our students by helping the teachers and faculty with various activities. PAC provides Tri-Town families the option to be involved by donating and/or volunteering at PAC sponsored events throughout the academic year. PAC cannot operate unless we get more parents to join.

PAC is currently looking fill the following positions on its board:

  • President
  • Vice-President
  • Secretary

PAC also needs a middle school parent rep and a grade 11 parent rep as well as parent volunteers during various events throughout the year.

If you are interested in learning more about PAC please reach out to freshman class rep, Tara Donnell- tarah02135@yahoo.com or senior class rep. Kathleena Scarpato -katscarp@gmail.com.

Stay in Touch with Masconomet

District Communications and Quick Reference Guide

Have a question or concern and don’t know where to start? The District Communications and Quick Reference Guide will get you in touch with the right person at Masconomet.

How We Communicate

“How We Communicate” outlines our District’s communication methods.

School Principals’ Blogs

Both our Middle and High School Principal’s publish weekly blogs with information from their schools.  For more school-specific info, please see the High School Principal’s Masco Memo and the Middle School Principal’s Weekly Update.

Masconomet’s Strategic Plan, 2023-2028

Masconomet 2025-2026 Strategic Initiative Goals

Masconomet’s Portrait of a Learner

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