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At the Start of Graduation Season
As we begin graduation season across Springfield Public Schools, I find myself reflecting on what this moment really represents. This is my second graduation season as superintendent. And while the ceremonies matter, what stays with me most are the stories behind the diplomas. Not just what our students have done. But who they have become.
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Practicing Silence When It Matters Most
This month, I knew that I would be writing something from a very powerful message that I heard during Lenten season. And while I can’t remember the specific title of Rev. Dr. Atu White’s sermon, the points he made were potent! There are times when I’ve heard phrases repeatedly and they meant very little. And…
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ROSEMARY TRACY WOODS, A REMEMBRANCE
It is with the heaviest of hearts that we share the passing of our beloved founding director, Rosemary Tracy Woods, a devoted mother, proud grandmother, cherished friend, and irreplaceable pillar of the arts community.
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Pregnancy is a Family Affair: Community Support in Maternal & Child Health
A community-centered approach to maternal health is more important than ever. Massachusetts continues to experience persistent disparities in maternal morbidity and infant outcomes, with families of color disproportionately affected (MA DPH, 2024). For many expectant mothers, particularly Black, Brown, and immigrant women, culturally grounded support systems play a crucial role in bridging gaps created by…
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A Second Chance
Easter Sunday captures the essence of a second chance. The trial, the conviction, and the crucifixion all led to an empty tomb. With our Easter lilies in full bloom, believers gather across the commonwealth and the world with the unifying theme of a second chance. Coincidentally, April is also recognized as Second Chance Month. People…












