Monday, August 31, 2009

Back to school for parents, too!

This fall, BPS will launch Parent University, a new program to help parents and other caregivers support student learning.

See coverage in the Boston Globe and on New England Cable News:

Wednesday, August 26, 2009

Additional school and district leaders named

Dr. Johnson has announced the appointment of additional school principals and district leaders for the upcoming school year.

Monday, August 17, 2009

"Middle O!" welcomes 6th graders to Fenway Park



Hundreds of incoming sixth grade students and their families visited Fenway Park yesterday for the first "Middle O!" celebration. The event welcomed students who will be entering BPS middle schools next month with food, games, prizes, resources, and readiness activities to help ensure a smooth transition. Mayor Menino, School Committee members and Superintendent Johnson joined middle school principals and other staff, partner organizations and volunteers, as well as special guest Wally the Green Monster, the Boston Red Sox mascot.