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Buses to replace trains on part of Orange Line on several nights during July

July 1, 2013 02:53 PM

By Matt Rocheleau, Town Correspondent

Subway service between the Orange Line’s four most northern stations will be replaced by buses after 9 p.m. on several nights this month, according to the MBTA.

Shuttles will run between Oak Grove Station and Sullivan Square Station from 9 p.m. until the end of service on Monday, July 1, Tuesday, July 2 and from Sunday, July 7 through Thursday, July 11, officials said.

The buses, which are accessible for people with disabilities, will stop at those two stations as well as at the two stations in between: Malden Center Station and Wellington Station, according to the T’s website.

Assembly Square Station Project, officials said.

Meanwhile, T officials said that "the Orange Line may experience some minor delays in service due to the Oak Grove Platform Rehabilitation Project." That project, scheduled to continue into September, includes complete reconstruction of the Oak Grove Station platforms. The station will remain accessible for people with disabilities throughout the project.

For more information, contact the MBTA Customer Communications Department at 617-222-3200, TTY: 617-222-5146.

E-mail Matt Rocheleau at mjrochele@gmail.com.
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Melrose School Committee meeting July 9

June 21, 2013 10:20 AM
The following was submitted by Cyndy S. Taymore, Superintendent of Schools: 

The Melrose School Committee will hold a special meeting of the Educational Programs and Personnel Subcommittee to discuss the Multi-tiered System of Supports Plan and Process. 

The meeting will take place on Tuesday, July 9 at 6 pm in the Melrose City Hall Aldermanic Chambers.

Dr. Mary Ellen Carideo, Principal of the Horace Mann School and Ms. Jenny Corduck, Principal of the Hoover School will give a 30-minute presentation on the Multi-tiered System of Supports – what it is, why Melrose is working on implementing this model and how it improves student outcomes - followed by a 30-minute question and answer period.

The meeting will also be broadcast on MMTV.

Roosevelt Elementary School patio installed

June 20, 2013 02:49 PM

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The following was submitted by Roosevelt Elementary School: 

Roosevelt Elementary School students joined Principal Basile to showcase the new brick patio area outside the school's main entrance. The engraved bricks honor Roosevelt educators, PTO and families who were part of year-long fundraising campaign for the school's playground renovation. Also featured on the bricks are playground partners: City of Melrose, Zinck family, local and state officials, as well as local businesses who held fundraisers for the playground.  The patio was designed and installed by Roosevelt parents Eppy and Joanne Perperian. Many thanks to all!

Roosevelt Elementary playground meets fundraising goal

June 18, 2013 04:20 PM
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The following was submitted by Roosevelt School PTO Betterment/Playground: 

Thanks to your hard work and financial contributions, the Roosevelt Elementary School PTO is proud to announce that we have met our fundraising goal for the new playground! This year alone, the Roosevelt community has raised over $25,000 for the playground. This is in addition to the $19,000 that the PTO has contributed from prior year funds.

As you know, we have been engaged in a multi-year effort to create a larger, better and more accessible playground system that will encourage outdoor play for all students.  We are very grateful for the generous financial support of our partners in this effort: the City of Melrose and the Zinck Family, with proceeds from the Amazing Grace Golf Tournament.

Most of all, this shared effort is a testament to the dedication, financial contributions and hard work of so many of you.  Whether you and your children gathered "Pennies for the Playground," attended a dine-out fundraiser (or many!), contributed design ideas, purchased a brick for your family or a beloved teacher, or did Melrose Boot Camp on the Melrose High School football field, you made a contribution.  The playground is your success.

We would like to especially thank the members of the PTO Playground Committee. The 15 members of this committee, including parents, Principal Basile and the entire PTO Board, have been working diligently on this project for over a year!

The best news of all: demolition and installation work on the playground is slated to begin in July, and the playground should be complete sometime in August!  Stay tuned this summer for more information about the Grand Opening!


Plans for Melrose neighborhoods to be reviewed

June 18, 2013 12:38 PM

By Jarret Bencks, Town Correspondent

A public meeting is slated in Melrose to discuss public transit-oriented development near the Cedar Park and Highland commuter rail stations.

Planners from the Metropolitan Area Planning Council and the city will be on hand Wednesday to discuss the future of neighborhoods in the area of the two stops, which are located about a half of a mile apart along the Haverhill line.

The area is one of three commuter rail sections being reviewed by the planning council using a Sustainable Communities Grant. Areas in Beverly and Quincy are also being reviewed.

The meeting is scheduled for 7 p.m. on the second floor of the Milano Senior Center.

Jarret Bencks can be reached at bencks.globe@gmail.com. Follow him on twitter @JarretBencks.

Mystic Valley baseball players named to Commonwealth Athletic Conference all star team

June 13, 2013 10:20 AM
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Asst Coach Ryan Walsh, Nick Russo, Matt O’Connor, Devin Pierce & Head Coach Ernie Ardolino

The following was submitted by the Mystic Valley Regional Charter School: 

Three members of Mystic Valley’s baseball team were recently named to the Commonwealth Athletic Conference all star team. Nick Russo, Devin Pierce and Matt O’Connor were all named to the team. The trio helped lead the Eagles to a surprising appearance in the MIAA Tournament. Head Coach, Ernie Ardolino had high praise for his three all stars:

“Nick Russo was without a doubt the heart and soul of this team. He was asked to pitch for the first time this year and had tremendous success while continuing to be one of the best hitters in the CAC. Nick finished the season with a 4-3 record, 1 save, and 2.86 ERA while having 44 strikeouts in 47 innings pitched. Offensively, Nick hit .459 with 18 RBI’s in 19 games.

Sophomore Devin Pierce was a nice addition to the team this year, in his first year he gave us versatility that was much needed after graduating so many players last year. Devin played all 3 outfield positions as well as pitching and catching. Devin hit .389 this year with 14 RBI’s.

Freshman Matt O’Connor had a record-breaking season. The last of the O’Connor boys to come through Mystic Valley he dominated the CAC in his second year on the team. Matt was 4-2 with a 3.16 era in 48 innings pitched while breaking Pat Holden’s single season Mystic Valley strikeout record. He had a league leading 77 strikeouts (1.6 per inning).”

Mystic Valley holds awards night for student-athletes

June 11, 2013 10:05 AM

The following was submitted by the Mystic Valley Regional Charter School:

The Mystic Valley Regional Charter School recently held its Annual School Sports Awards for students in both the high school and lower school.

Certificates were given to Mystic Valley’s student-athletes. Individual Most Valuable Player, Most Improved Player, and Eagle Awards were given for each sport. The Eagle Award is given to the student athlete that best exemplifies the ideals of Mystic Valley athletics.

Click here for a full list of award winners.

Somerville, Melrose, Lexington high schoolers among finalists for DA's PSA project

June 7, 2013 03:48 PM

By Jarret Bencks, Town Correspondent

A competition to create a youth public service announcement for the Middlesex County District Attorney started with more than 50 entries and has been narrowed to five.

Entries from Lexington High School, Melrose High School, Nashoba Valley Regional Technical High School, and two from Somerville High School are among the finalists, according to an announcement from Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan.

Middle school and high school students will view the final videos and vote to select the winning video, which will air in Greater Boston.

The project finalists are: 

Mystic Valley Charter School holds lunch for Class of 2013

June 7, 2013 02:36 PM
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Mystic Valley Assistant Director, George Benzie and Jordan Cram

The following was submitted by Mystic Valley Regional Charter School: 

The Mystic Valley Class of 2013 gathered at the 576 Eastern Avenue campus for the annual Senior Lunch. The room was filled with the students and their families as well as all of Mystic Valley’s faculty and staff.

After opening remarks by Mystic Valley Executive Director Mr. Martin Trice the event was turned over to the students. 

Senior Class President Sophie Carroll delivered a thank you on behalf of the class to all of the parents in attendance. The presentation of the Class Gift and Flowers to parents was done by Senior Vice-President Robert DeSantis and Senior Class Treasurer Kathryn McPherson. The Class Gift was a picnic table that will be used by future high school students as they eat their lunch.
Senior Joanna Petras presented the “Rookie of the Year” Award to faculty member James Oxsalida a new Math teacher at the high school. He also coached basketball and made an immediate mark on his students and players.  The Unsung Hero award was given to Jason Cantwell who teaches history and is the girls’ varsity basketball and girls junior varsity volleyball coach by Senior Class Secretary, Gabriella Elmoussaoui.

Mystic Valley Assistant Director George Benzie next presented scholarships from a number of local foundations and charitable organizations to students who were chosen by the faculty.

Mr. Benzie then delivered the Service and Leadership awards to two of the Class of 2013’s most outstanding members. The Service award given to a senior who has dedicated themselves to the helping of others through service was presented to Siobhan Glynn.  She was a member of the National Honor Society, Latin Club, Model UN, and she is the President of the Drama Club. She sings with the Handel and Haydn Young Women’s Chorus, performing in and around the Boston area. This fall she will attend Bryn Mawr College on a full Posse Scholarship.

The leadership award which is given to a senior who has demonstrated great leadership over the course of their years at Mystic Valley was presented to Jordan Cram. Jordan is an academically outstanding student. She was also the president of the National Honor Society, The Kiwanis Family Committee Chair of Key Club, and a member of the Gardening Club, Spanish Club, Yearbook, and Model UN, to name a few. She is also an assistant teacher at the Dance Studio of Wakefield. This fall she will attend Trinity College in Hartford, CT.

Mrs. Nicole Manseau Scholarship Committee Chairwoman of the Mystic Valley PTO then presented the PTO Scholarships to Jordan Cram and Kayla Mei both of Malden.  They each dedicated themselves to helping out their fellow classmates and the school throughout their time at Mystic Valley.  The awards were made in recognition of the student’s distinction and excellence in volunteerism and community service.   

During the lunch the audience was treated to a slideshow that showcased the seniors’ travels on the road to graduation beginning with pictures from Kindergarten and moving on through the years.   

Local high schoolers chosen as finalists in PSA Project

June 7, 2013 01:27 PM
 
 
The following was submitted by the Middlesex District Attorney's Office: 

Empowering students to speak up to help those in need was the theme of the top five student videos in the fifth annual PSA Project hosted by Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan and Middlesex Partnerships for Youth, Inc. 

More than 200 students worked on the 50 videos submitted for consideration in the annual contest. District Attorney Ryan announces today that five finalists have been selected.  The finalists are from: Lexington High School, Melrose High School, Nashoba Valley Regional Technical High School, and Somerville High School (two).  The videos can be viewed online at www.middlesexda.com.            

“This year’s project was all about encouraging our youth to find their voice – by standing up for their peers, calling out someone who is a bully, and preventing violence or abuse by talking to someone they trust,” District Attorney Ryan said.  “It is so wonderful to see so many of our youth creating these important videos – we know that teens listen to each other and all of these videos share that vital message of speaking up.  No one should ever feel silenced whether they or someone they know needs help.  We hope these videos will continue this important dialogue in our schools.”  

Middlesex County middle and high school students will view the finalists and vote during school assemblies to select the winner.  The winning video will air on a Boston television station.  

The District Attorney’s PSA Project, created in conjunction with Middlesex Partnerships for Youth, Inc., was launched in 2009 to spark a positive dialogue and encourage teens to speak out about important issues affecting youth, including healthy relationships, substance abuse, and impaired driving.  

            The 2013 PSA Project finalists are: 


All entries were viewed and finalists were selected by a panel of school personnel, law enforcement officials, and members of the Middlesex District Attorney’s Office.  The five PSA finalists will now be shown to middle and high school students throughout Middlesex County in classrooms and assemblies where students will cast their votes to select the winner.  Following student voting, the PSA Project winner will be announced in mid-June.

The first PSA Project in 2009 focused on teen dating violence and the winner was created and produced by students from Somerville High School.  After the first year’s success, the PSA Project continued in 2010 with a focus on teen impaired driving.  The 2010 winning PSA was created and produced by a student at Lowell High School.  And in 2011, two students from Lexington High School won after they submitted their PSA on cyber safety.  Lexington High School was a repeat winner in 2012 for a PSA on the dangers of sexting called “I Respect Myself.”  

The Middlesex District Attorney’s Office has a proud tradition of protecting and serving the people of Middlesex County through tough, fair prosecutions and proactive, progressive prevention and intervention efforts.  The mission of the Office of the Middlesex District Attorney is to protect and serve the public, fight for victims, and speak for those who otherwise would have no voice.  

Middlesex County is the largest county in Massachusetts and one of the largest counties in the country with 54 towns and cities and 26 colleges in urban, suburban, and rural areas, comprising over one quarter of the population of Massachusetts.  The Middlesex District Attorney’s Office has offices throughout the county, including communities such as Ayer, Cambridge, Concord, Framingham, Lowell, Malden, Marlborough, Natick, Newton, Somerville, Waltham and Woburn.


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