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Page 2 Local Town Pages www.hopedaletownnews.com October 2016 DAY IN THE PARK continued from page 2 stand was provided by Quintessential Brass and The Infractions. Local DJ Mike Rutkowski delighted everyone with musical games and dancing. Under the tent the art show had 66 pieces of art on display. The Purchase Prize winners list: The Virginia Larkin Realtor Award to Thomas Goddard, The Bright Insurance Award to Deborah Bottomley, The Milford Federal Savings Bank Award to Beth Hoffer, The Franks’ appliance Award to Judith Belben, and The Seven Hills Pediatric Center Award to Don Iacovelli Prize ribbons and monetary awards were given to artists in four categories. Watercolor: Lisa Bailey and Raymond Andreotti, Oil/ Acrylic: William Wallhaussser, Tom Stearns, Deborah Bottomley, and Carol Frieswick, Mixed Media: Libia Goncalves and Deborah Bottomley, Photography: Bob Evans, Jim Calraese, and Thomas Goddard. A special thanks to the judge, Jackie Alagna The Hopedale Cultural Council wishes to thank the following sponsors: Unibank, Milford National Bank, Dean Bank, Waters Corporation, Dr. Vincent J. Arone, Dr. and Mrs. Thomas Maki, Reid Tutoring Services, and Edwards Funeral Home. PLEASE RECYCLE Deadline to Apply for Grants through The HCC Is October 17 The Hopedale Cultural Council has set an October 17, 2016 deadline for organizations, schools, and individuals to apply for grants that support cultural activities in the community. Proposals in the arts, humanities, and science that support projects such as exhibits, lectures, workshops, field trips, performances, and artistic residencies may be submitted. The Hopedale Cultural Council is part of a network of 329 Local Cultural Councils serving all 351 cities and towns in the Commonwealth. The LCC Program is the largest grassroots cultural funding network in the nation, supporting thousands of community based projects in the arts, humanities, and sciences every year. The state legislature provides an annual appropriation to the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency, which then allocates funds to each community. This year the Hopedale Cultural Council will distribute about $4500 in grants. Previously funded projects included musical, theatrical, and dance performances, lectures, and field trips. For local guidelines and complete information on the Hopedale Cultural Council, contact Hopedale Cultural Council Chair Wilma Manning 508-478- 0929 or hopedaleculturalcouncil@yahoo.com and the Town of Hopedale website: www.hopedale-ma.gov. Online application forms and more information about the Local Cultural Council Program are available at www. mass-culture.org. Our Ad & Editorial Deadline is the 15th of the month, for the following month’s issue
October 2016 Local Town Pages www.hopedaletownnews.com Page 3 NEW TEACHER continued from page 1 became time to move on so She returned to college to earn her bachelor’s degree in Psychology. While her children were young, working within the school system made a lot of sense so that she could be around when they needed her. “While my youngest was in college, I decided to return to school to earn my master’s in special education. I’m thrilled to be here working with the staff and students at Hopedale Jr/Sr High School! This is an amazing community and I’m so privileged to have this experience and opportunity!” Timothy Vaillancourt currently lives in Leominster, MA. He graduated from Hopedale Jr/Sr High School back in 2004. Timothy was hired to teach 7th Grade General Science which includes Biology, Physics and Earth Science, as well as a class of 10th Grade Biology. He attended college at Salem State College to pursue Business Management, however, after taking his first required science class he switched majors and later graduated with a Bachelor’s of Science in Geology with a concentration in Earth Sciences. Timothy worked at the Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School for 6 years as the Earth Science Teacher. When asked why he chose to teach at Hopedale Jr/ Sr. High school, Timothy said, “I wanted to come to Hopedale because I missed the community that I grew up with. . Middle school students are my favorite age group that I have taught and I enjoy challenging them to learn more about science and find what they are passionate about.” Timothy has also taught the following classes as electives: 7th Grade Physics, Oceanography, Geographic Information Systems & Field Methods, as well as Geoscience Research. Lauren Galiardi was hired as Math Teacher. She previously worked at Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School where she taught a variety of math classes for grades 9-12. Lauren received her undergraduate degree from Providence College in Mathematics and Secondary Education and her graduate degree from Simmons College in Mathematics Education. She looks forward to working with Hopedale students and their families! Ronda Palin was hired to teach Grade 8 Math, Algebra I, Honors and an Introduction to Algebra II. After receiving her Bachelor of Arts and Science in Secondary Education and Mathematics from Salve Regina College, she started teaching mathematics at Hopedale Junior- Senior High School in 1992 as Ms.Tanguay. She continued to teach math in Hopedale for the next seven years and during this time completed her Masters of Mathematics from W.P.I. In June of 1999 she went out on maternity leave for the birth of her first child. Rhonda then returned in the winter of 2000 to help with technology during the planning, renovation and construction of the new building. She continued on a part time basis for the remainder of the 1999/2000 school year as well as the following school year as a Technology Integration Teacher. She ultimately decided to leave teaching to raise her three children however, continued to pursue her passion of teaching mathematics by tutoring. “I am excited to be back in the Hopedale School System and now have a bit of a different perspective than before as a parent to three middle/high school children of my own!” Debra Hodgens was hired to teach 7th grade English. She graduated from Worcester State University with a Bachelor’s in English and then went on to Boston College where she received a Master’s in English. She previously taught in Holliston, MA. A resident of Hopedale since 1992, Debra and her husband Chris have raised five children, who are all products of the Hopedale school system. “ I am a huge believer in what we do here in Hopedale and am so grateful for the opportunity to be part of such a great team of educators and administrators,” said Debra. “Teaching in Hopedale is a dream come true. I bring an interesting perspective as a parent and an educator. Keenly aware of the needs of young adults, I am thoroughly enjoying being back in the classroom and am focused on bringing out the best in each and every learner.” Meghan Asselin has been hired to start a new sub separate program. Within her classroom she will spend the year working on academics for students, and also focus on functional living and social skills. The primary goal in her classroom will be to From left to right: Tim Vaillancourt, Lauren Galiardi, Meghan Asselin, Suzanne Johnson, Rhonda Palin, Bill Gaine, Lisa Cotton, Deb Hodgens saute & GRill RestauRant teach students to become independents. Meghan has spent the last 5 years at New England Center for Children. Three of those years was spent within their residential program working with young adults aged 16-21 in both their school and residential placements. The last two years at NECC she worked within the Chelmsford Public school and was contracted to work with students on the autism spectrum who attended school at one of Chelmsford’s middle schools. Suzanne Johnson was hired as a Chemistry Teacher. She received a doctorate in chemistry from Northeastern University and a B.S. from Framingham State. She has taught High School chemistry for the last fifteen years. Prior to that, Suzanne has worked as an industrial chemist Come Sample our Festive Autumn Menu Showers • Business Dinners • Catering Veal Saltimbocca Sautéed veal scallopinis topped with fresh sage, prosciutto, mozzarella cheese, mushrooms and spinach in a lemon butter sauce Veal Marsala Sautéed boneless chicken breast with mushrooms in a marsala wine butter sauce Tebeau’s Sauté Fresh sautéed shrimp, scallops and lobster with sweet red peppers and pea pods in a lemon saffron cream sauce over angel hair pasta Filet Sara Grilled 8 oz. filet mignon topped with gorgonzola cheese and a horseradish, herb crumb crust with roasted shiitake mushrooms sauced with a brandy balsamic cream Restaurant 45 45 Milford Street, Medway (at corner of Routes 126 & 109) 508-533-8171 • www.45restaurant.com in biotech as well as environmental chemistry. On behalf of the community, the students and the administration, we would like to offer all of the new teachers a warm and congratulatory welcome. We are excited to be part of the professionalism and expertise that each of these individuals will bring to the Hopedale High School experience! Proud Supporter
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