SNCARC Wins School Committee Support to Operate at Former Willett School Building-July 29, 1982

The Norwood School Committee supported SNCARC's plan to lease space at the former Willett School building on Westover Parkway for a 12-town habilitation center.

Peabody School Graduates Told Of Obligation To Support Education-June 25, 1982

School officials emphasize community obligations and moral commitments to public education during exercises at Junior High School South.

Norwood School Committee Votes Eliminate Youth Hangout-July 31, 1981

Following rampant vandalism, late-night drinking, and brush fires near Callahan Elementary School, the Norwood School Committee voted to fund a $6,000 clearing project to eliminate a notorious youth hangout.

School Committee’s Contract Dispute with Security Transportation Inc.-July 31, 1981

The dispute between the Norwood school committee and Security Transportation Inc., a transportation firm from Medford, Massachusetts, has reached a boiling point. The company filed a lawsuit against the committee … Continue reading School Committee’s Contract Dispute with Security Transportation Inc.-July 31, 1981

Norwood’s Attraction to Colleges-This Day In Norwood History-July 23, 1981

The town of Norwood has long been known for its rich history and cultural significance, but one aspect that often goes unnoticed is the town's appeal to colleges and educational … Continue reading Norwood’s Attraction to Colleges-This Day In Norwood History-July 23, 1981

School Committee Awards New Transportation Contracts-July 16, 1981

After a difficult budget cycle in 1980, the committee avoided controversy by budgeting accurately and selecting trusted local transportation providers.

Boosters Club Honors Championship High School Baseball Team at Banquet-June 26, 1981

Standout pitcher David Chenard wins MVP and Chris Cuff secures the Gormley Scholarship as Norwood honors its 14-4 championship varsity diamond squad.

Stack of textbooks including Algebra 1, History, Biology, English Literature, Chemistry, Physics, and Geometry on a school desk

Students Take Reins For Town Government Day-June 9, 1981

School Committee Pledges Paint And Textbook Inventory To Student Delegates The utilitarian gray paint covering the walls of the Norwood High School cafeteria may soon be replaced with student-designed artwork … Continue reading Students Take Reins For Town Government Day-June 9, 1981

Talk of the Town-June 7, 1981

A spectacular June day brings a massive graduation ceremony to Murray Field, while town officials lock horns over a ticking clock to salvage the old Civic Center lights before the bulldozers arrive.

Prescott School Principal John F. Monahan Named Norwood School Department Business Manager-August 14, 1980

After a yearlong vacancy, Prescott principal John F. Monahan was appointed school business manager, prompting administrative shifts for Alan Wonson at the Willett School.