Each month I will be highlighting some of the great, and often unrecognized positive work by our students and staff members occurring across the Lynnfield Public Schools. These are direct anecdotes that have been shared with me recently from fellow staff members and families. Kudos to the following staff members for embodying our district's core values through their actions.
"I want to offer some praise and insight to you about Mr. Forster. He's making a lasting impact on school culture at the high school through his leadership of the Social Studies department, Student Council, Habitat for Humanity, Pioneer Pride, and numerous other initiatives that promote student leadership, service, and community. His willingness to step up wherever needed, and build a positive school environment exemplifies his exceptional dedication."
"I'm reaching out to recognize Morgan Festa and all she brings to the school community. I have three children in LPS and she has always been responsive and helpful in coordinating schedules. She consistently goes above and beyond and I really appreciate all she does."
"I can't say enough about the efforts of Ms. Lopiccolo, Ms. Doyle, Ms. Corcoran, Ms. Wein, Ms. Imbrogna, Ms. McNaughton, Ms. Mandile, Ms. Brennet, Ms. Reardon, Ms. DePalma, Ms. Galligani, and Ms. King this year. Their tireless teamwork, responsiveness, and commitment to all students at Huckleberry this year during some challenging situations has amazed me."
"Just sharing that seventh grade English teachers, Krista Wright and Sara Dowsing have embedded the LMS core values into everything they do. They have students reflect on how they have shown kindness, effort, and citizenship in class. At the end of class on Fridays, students reflect on their week and set tangible goals for the week ahead. They have infused the core values into their classroom so that they are not just words that are said but things students think about and work to demonstrate daily."
"I cannot believe that Summer Street School second grade teacher Lisa Forrest is retiring in December. For decades, she has been the heart of SSS, dedicating herself not only to her students but to the entire school community. Even when she has had challenging classes, she creates a calm environment filled with love. Each child always comes out of her class with more skills than they had to start. Almost every day Lisa will be heard in the halls saying “this kid is the best” and she means it -- and she convinces them of it, too, even if they weren’t so sure of themselves. Her Friday dance parties have become a joyful tradition that brings smiles throughout the hallways, and her quick wit and sense of humor brighten the days of both students and colleagues. Her unwavering dedication and compassion have left a lasting impact on generations of students and staff. Lisa Forrest is the best!"
