Eschewing a formal indoor smoking ban, Norwood School Committee members Rudith Berkowitz, Richard Joseph, Joan Cuff, and William Egan voluntarily chose to take hallway smoke breaks to safeguard Charles Saraca's health.
Mrs. Berkowitz Charges Board With Illegal Private Sessions-June 20, 1968
A high-stakes clash erupts as a new school official challenges automatic closed-door executive agendas.
Norwood Teachers Association Submits $1,000 Pay Increase Proposal-August 18, 1966
The Norwood Teachers Association submitted a $1,000-plus pay raise proposal as the school committee signed its first collective bargaining agreement amid debate led by John J. Cavanaugh and William Egan.
Debated Hockey Report Approved-June 8, 1964
A four-hour executive session log sparks a bitter 4-3 split on the school board, exposing a deep clash over administrative power and stadium safety.