Cronin Shares District Changes in September Newsletter

With North Haven public schools entering their second week of classes, parents and students may have noticed several changes throughout the district. Superintendent Dr. Robert Cronin outlines the most notable additions and alterations in his recently-published September newsletter, beginning with a comment on Hurricane Irene's delaying of the start of class:

While the recent weather events made me begin to wonder if we were ever going to be able to get this year off the ground, I’m happy to report we have successfully completed our first week thanks to the efforts of many staff members. 

Cronin goes on to introduce the district's new Director of Student Services, Dana Corriveau, who had previously worked with the State Department of Education's Bureau of Special Education. While employed by the state, Corriveau helped pen a middling performance review of North Haven's special ed programs which was brought to light during a

Now on the district's payroll, Corriveau "brings a wealth of knowledge and experience with her that will benefit North Haven in our efforts to provide all students with strong educational programs," notes Cronin.

Also mentioned is the new bus company employed by North Haven for school transportation, The M&J Bus Company. According to Cronin, routes are still being finalized, and the superintendent asks for parents' patience while the new drivers get acclimatized.

Fifteen new staff members have been introduced to the schools, adds Cronin:

Clintonville has two new teachers in first grade, a new third
grade teacher (actually we’re happy to report that Mrs. Obuchowski is returning), along with a new library/media specialist. Montowese also has a new library/media specialist, a new health and physical education teacher, and new teachers in fourth and fifth grades. There is a new kindergarten teacher at Green Acres and Ridge Road welcomes a new first and second grade teacher.  Three new staff members join the Science Department at North Haven High School and we have now added a full time reading specialist to the high school staff.

How has the start of school been for you or your child? What do you think are the biggest issues in the district this year? Let us know in the comments!