November 9, 2025
Schools

The pool at Seekonk High School may have to be closed due to deteriorating conditions, according to school officials. The school department had hoped to obtain $725,000 in funding for a …

At Wednesday’s joint meeting of the Select Board, School Committee, and Finance Committee, the Seekonk School Department shared a list of capital needs, including $725,000 in funding for the …

The families of Aitken School held a Family Bingo Night on October 4th and used the occasion to collect food donations for the Doorways food pantry. The Aitken community has been stalwart in the …

The Seekonk School Committee plan to vote on grade changes for the 2026-2027 year at their September 22 meeting. The need for additional space at the elementary level may precipitate moving …

Seekonk School Superintendent Rebecca Kidwell welcomed 12 new faculty and staff members to Seekonk Public Schools at the district’s annual New Staff Orientation on August 20. The event …

The Seekonk School Committee could not agree on reviewing the 2024-2025 evaluation of Superintendent Rebecca Kidwell at a future meeting. In a split vote at the August 18 meeting, chair Robert …

The Seekonk School Committee is considering the approval of major changes to the district’s schools for the 2026-2027 year. The need to reduce class sizes may precipitate moving eighth grade …

Vice Principal for Academics, Charlotte Lourenco, is proud to announce the Honor Roll students for the fourth quarter. Rehoboth First Honors: Emma Andrade (9) Madison Coyne (10) Mackayla Creighton …

Seekonk Public Schools Superintendent Rebecca Kidwell has received passing grades for her job performance. Kidwell was evaluated in several categories, including student learning, professional …

Massachusetts is one step closer to banning cellphones in the classroom. The state Senate advanced a bill on July 8 which would require public schools to restrict phone use. The Joint …

Seekonk School Superintendent Rebecca Kidwell has disputed claims made about the sound equipment at the high school auditorium. At the June 25 Select Board meeting, member Michael Healy, who …

Kathryn (Kay) Manigan has been hired as Seekonk's Dean of Athletics and  Programs for Grades 6-12. According to her biography on Seekonk Public School’s website, Manigan has worked in …

Seekonk School Superintendent Rebecca Kidwell shared a plan for class sizes at Aitken and Martin elementary schools for the fall. There will be five sections of kindergarten, an average of 20 …

Jessica Borges has been appointed as the new principal of Aitken Elementary School. Borges, who most recently served for two years as assistant principal at Aitken, will take over the new role …

The Seekonk High School class of 1975 is planning their 50th reunion for October of this year, for information contact us at seekonkhigh1975@gmail.com . 

The Seekonk School Committee approved the district’s entry into the state’s School Choice program by a vote of 3 to 2 on May 19. Chairman Bob Gerardi, Lisa Rizzo, and Alicia MacManus …

Jacqueline “Jackie” Glum is the Art Teacher at Seekonk High School. In 2022, she had a vision of a project that would help connect Seekonk students to the community and foster a culture …

When Seekonk High School’s Class of 2025 accepts their diplomas on Friday, Valedictorian Abigail Visnick and Salutatorian Delainey Pari will be leading the way. Visnick is Class President and …

Seekonk School Committee Chair Bob Gerardi is standing by his decision to vote for a School Choice program for the 2025-2026 academic year. The committee voted 3 to 2 at the May 19 meeting. Gerardi, …

The Seekonk School Committee approved the district’s entry into the state’s School Choice program by a vote of 3 to 2 Monday. Chairman Bob Gerardi, Lisa Rizzo, and Alicia MacManus …

The RAS Scholarship Committee is accepting applications for the 2025-2026 second semester scholarship. Applicants must be planning to major in a field related to museum or library studies. This may …

The Seekonk School Committee remains undecided about approving a school choice program for the 2025-2026 academic year. The public hearing and vote on Seekonk's participation in School Choice …

A search committee for a new Principal at Aitken Elementary School has been launched. Principal David Graf is leaving at the end of the school year. Assistant Superintendent Zach Waddicor said …

Music programs in Seekonk Public Schools will continue in the next school year, says Superintendent Rebecca Kidwell. “We do not anticipate any reduction in music services for the coming year, …

The RAS Scholarship Committee is accepting applications for the 2025-2026 second semester scholarship. Applicants must be planning to major in a field related to museum or library studies. This may …

1 | 2 | 3 | 4 Next »
Currently viewing stories posted within the past 2 years.
For all older stories, please use our advanced search.
Truly local news delivered to every home in town