School Committee & MPS

This fall, the Nevins Library proudly partnered in launching the Methuen Literacy Partnership , a community-wide initiative focused on strengthening early reading skills. Research is clear: children who are not proficient readers by the end of third grade are four times more likely to drop out of high school , and early reading struggles often affect every subject as students move through school. Organizers of the Literacy program pictured from left to right, Krista McLeod, D

We have an exciting lineup of events designed to engage our students, families, and the community

While both Members Maxwell and Willette consistently upheld that this was not a book banning attempt or even a challenge, there were numerous statements made on the record that this book should be removed from curriculum - which would amount to a ban.

As discussions about the school budget begin, a recurring concern among community members and school officials is the rising expense of special education.

Seventh and eighth graders at the Tenney, Timony, CGS, and Marsh schools got a look at their future this month when the Methuen High School Road Show rolled into their buildings.

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