ruth shea – Norwood Historical Society

November 6, 1980November 3, 2026 georgenhs School Closing, This Day In Norwood History

Proposition 2 1/2 Puts Willett School Closing on Hold-November 6, 1980

Facing potential budget reductions of up to $1 million from Proposition 2 1/2, Norwood school officials have placed the scheduled closure of Willett Elementary School on hold pending a comprehensive K-12 system review.

August 14, 1980August 12, 2026 georgenhs This Day In Norwood History, Town Government

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.

August 12, 1980August 12, 2026 georgenhs Norwood Public Schools, This Day In Norwood History

Henry O. Peabody School Director Ruth Shea Ponders Retirement After 14 Years-August 12, 1980

After 14 years expanding vocational education, Henry O. Peabody School director Ruth Shea ponders retirement while securing a 97 percent graduate job placement rate.

October 4, 1973September 27, 2026 georgenhs Norwood Public Schools, This Day In Norwood History

Proposal Would Combine High School and Henry O. Peabody School Facilities-October 4, 1973

The School Committee reviews a preliminary proposal to combine Norwood High School and Henry O. Peabody School facilities for a new career development and vocational program.