he summer of 1990 was a tumultuous time for the educators of Norwood, Massachusetts. As the new school year approached, the morale among teachers had reached an all-time low. According … Continue reading Norwood Teachers’ Morale Hit Low Point-July 18, 1990
Opening Salvos Fired in School Budget Battle-June 15, 1978
A $126,000 budget variance, classroom ratio disputes, and proposals to redistribute students stir debate at Norwood Town Meeting.
Meeting Ignores School Pleas, Cuts Budget By $126,558-June 15, 1971
A fierce debate over encumbered funds and municipal parity dominates a marathon Norwood Town Meeting session over the town budget.
Is Norwood’s Willett School Crowded Before It Opens?-June 8, 1968
On the eve of its grand opening, a newly constructed neighborhood school faces immediate scrutiny over surging class size projections and miscalculated local birth rates.
Schools Prepare for 5th Annual New Teacher Orientation-August 22, 1967
Superintendent Dr. Philip O. Coakley welcomed 58 incoming educators at the fifth annual teacher orientation institute at Prescott School, introducing new faculty across secondary and elementary schools.
Bios of New Norwood Public School Teachers-August 29, 1963
As the Norwood public school system prepares for the upcoming academic year, officials announced the appointment of 56 new teachers. Biographical profiles for the first 28 incoming educators highlight their … Continue reading Bios of New Norwood Public School Teachers-August 29, 1963
Norwood Woman Presents Bouquet To British Queen Elizabeth-July 28, 1949
Norwood native and exchange teacher Helen Robertson presented a bouquet of orchids to Queen Elizabeth at a Lambeth Palace garden party in London.
“Equal Pay” Law Applies To Only Two Women In Norwood Public Schools-This Day in Norwood History-June 8, 1947
June 8, 1947- "Only two women in the Norwood school system are entitled to salary equalization under the requirements of the so-called “equal pay" law it was determined by thel...."
School Board Studies Hockey Rink For School, New Schools, Sets New Weather Policy-This Day in Norwood History-June 30, 1946
The Norwood School Committee institutes a firm new inclement weather academic policy, launches cost evaluations for a high school hockey rink, and updates educational equipment for the local schools.
Buildings Are Being Razed Clearing Site For Convent-July 29, 1939
This Day In Norwood History-July 29, 1939-Buildings Are Being Razed Clearing Site For Convent