Schools
Watertown Teachers Contact Approved by School Committee
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Following lengthy negotiations, teachers in the Watertown Public Schools have a new contract after the School Committee approved the deal on Monday night.
New Head of Perkins School for the Blind Looks to Build on Legacy, Advocate for the Visually Impaired
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Perkins School for the Blind President and CEO David Barth, right, speaks with a student during the White Cane Walk. (Courtesy of Perkins School for the Blind)
David Barth did not take the most direct route to becoming Perkins School for the Blind’s President and CEO, but he told Watertown News that the work helping some of the most vulnerable children get the education, services, and rights that they deserve is something he has done during his whole career.
Unwanted Surprises Drive Up Cost of Renovation of the City’s Parker Annex Building
The Parker Annex Building (Courtesy of City of Watertown)
City officials have learned what it’s like to renovate a 100+ year old building, and the unwanted surprises that come with it. On Tuesday night, the City Council approved a $373,000 budget transfer to cover the cost of unexpected additional repairs, as well as to insulate the Parker Annex.
Students, Families Formed “Bike Bus” to Get to Hosmer School This Spring
A group of Hosmer Elementary School students met at Casey Park on Fridays this Spring to form a Bike Bus and ride to school. (Contributed Photo)
During the spring, a group of students and their families rode their bicycles from the Southside to Hosmer Elementary School, forming what became known as the Bike Bus.
New Watertown High School Nearing Completion — See Photos
The large W adorns the wall of the glass stairwell near the intersection of Common and Spring streets. (Photo by Charlie Breitrose)
On a tour of the nearly completed new Watertown High School, a group saw classrooms that look ready to host classes, along with some of the gems of the new building: the gymnasium, the auditorium, and a two-story media center (a.k.a. the library).
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Police/Fire
Watertown Man Arrested for Bank Robbery in Boston
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Boston Police arrested a 60-year-old Watertown man for allegedly robbing a bank in Dorchester on Monday.
Entertainment
WHS Spring Musical ‘Anastasia’ This Week, Bandarama Next Week
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Fans of drama and music have two opportunities to see Watertown’s young performers in action at the Watertown High School spring musical and the districtwide Bandarama.
Schools
Watertown Student Makes Wentworth’s Dean’s List
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Wentworth Institute of Technology sent out the following announcement:
The following local student have made the Dean’s List at Wentworth Institute of Technology for the Fall 2022 semester.
Around Town
Come Tell the City What You Would Like Future Development in Watertown to Look Like
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Thursday night, residents, business owners, and others have the chance to let City officials know what they would like Watertown look like in the future. The new draft of the Comprehensive Plan, along with plans for the City’a open space and recreation assets, will be discussed at an open house where people can leave their input.
Sports
Watertown Grad Named Conference Rookie of the Year for Play at Hamilton College
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Hamilton College AthleticsWatertown grad and current Hamilton College player Taylor Lambo was voted NEASC Women’s Basketball Rookie of the. Year.
The following announcement was provided by Hamilton College Athletics:
Hamilton College forward Taylor Lambo ’26 (Watertown, Mass./Watertown HS) has been selected the 2023 New England Small College Athletic Conference (NESCAC) Women’s Basketball Rookie of the Year by the conference’s coaches.
Schools
Musicians Wanted for Friends of Watertown Music MusicFest
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Friends of Watertown Music is excited to announce the return of MusicFest! Come see local musicians and enjoy the musical instrument petting zoo on Friday April 28 from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm at the Watertown Middle School. All proceeds benefit music programs in Watertown schools.
Around Town
Watertown Non-Profit Matches $100,000 Challenge Grant for Adult Disability Services
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Jay Lupica presents a check to MAB Community Services for the Maxo Joseph Excellence in Direct Care Awards.
The following information was provided by MAB Community Services:
MAB Community Services, a leading social service agency supporting over 1,500 individuals with visual impairment, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and acquired brain injuries across Massachusetts, celebrated Wednesday matching a $100,000 challenge grant to fund the continuation of the Maxo Joseph Excellence in Direct Care Awards.