Melanie Whitney for Abington School Committee

Please take note of the revised calendar. Thank you to the community for the feedback. The dialogue around our calendar has been lengthy and interesting for years. I will continue to advocate for high quality learning time for all students during the 180 days they have with us each year. Although this dialogue was initiated around a religious holiday, I think it brings to light some great discussions around our commitment to learning.

The Abington School Committee revised the FY27 School Calendar at its meeting on June 9, 2026. The updated calendar can be found here: https://www.abingtonps.org/page/documents-and-forms and will be used to generate the BIG green calendar you will receive in the fall.

👏 Congratulations are in order!

Chester J. Millett Jr. Outstanding Educator (91 nominations for 45 unique people)

🥇 Support Staff Award Recipient – Deb Buresh (BBES Paraprofessional)
🥇 Certified Staff Award Recipient – Erin Miner (BBES Special Educator)

Excellence in Special Education Award (55 nominations 34 unique people)

🥇 Support Staff Award Recipient – Jess Creighton (BBES)
🥇 Certified Staff Award Recipient – Amy Grimmett (BBES)

🥇 Deirdre Volunteer Service Award (36 nominations 18 unique people) - Katrina Rice

🥇 Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents Certificate - AHS Senior Miranda Vacon

Video of our meeting to share congratulations and cover lots of other important topics too:

School Committee; May 27, 2026 Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

Last weeks meeting - great presentations by Guidance and World Language and update on School Improvement plans for AEEP and Woodsdale. Also included is a great explanation on the role our of paras, tutors and specialized tutors! And of course the budget.

Abington CAM Abington School Committee, April 28, 2026

Three awesome events tomorrow:

7:30 am Frolio chat with Dr. Moschella
5 pm Frolio chat with Dr. Moschella
6 pm AMS Cafe Open Mic Night

Although running unopposed this time around, I am still very grateful for the support of our community! It was nice to see familiar faces and meet some new ones today. Thank you for continuing to ask questions and stay involved. As always, please reach out with any questions, comments or concerns - [email protected].

I know the next few years might be more challenging but I am looking forward to seeing our progress together.

Reminders:
✅ Monday May 4th 7 pm AHS auditorium Town Election (we need your voice!)
✅ Saturday May 16th 8-6 BBES Override Ballot question (early voting now available!)

Don’t forget to vote! Come say hi!

YOUR CHOICE ’26: Select Board candidates discuss building the town’s commercial tax base The three candidates running for the contested Select Board seats discuss how to grow the town’s commercial tax base

Although I loathe listening to myself on a video, the topics are important and I would love your feedback.

Abington CAM Community Chat - Abington 2026 Town Election; Melanie Whitney, Candidate for School Committee

Share your questions by Thursday. [email protected]

Filming Friday and should be posted soon thereafter. Thank you CAM!

Have a question for the candidates? Now’s your chance to be part of the conversation.

Abington CAM is hosting a Candidate’s Roundtable for all Abington Select Board candidates ahead of the April 25th Town Election—and we want to hear from YOU.

Submit your questions by Thursday, April 9 to 📧 [email protected]

Your voice matters—help shape the discussion!

I am fortunate enough to be a part of our strategic planning team. This team includes parents, educators, administrators and other town officials. We are working together to align our priorities for the next 5 years and create a plan for achievement. Here is a survey for you to provide your feedback on the 5 year plan for Abington Public Schools. https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=0cp-qSjnl0y5BxOcfl7QwKMPMLwqlqhNuLCUDH-73iFUNVU3WUM1MU5LTlY5SlZOOExYOUVINlJCMC4u

Some things I’d love to hear from you ([email protected]):

-What three efforts, independent of funding, would you like to see as priorities for growth, improvement, or enhancement over the next 5-years?

-What three aspects of APS would you like to see preserved or remain the same?

-Where would you like to see the Abington Public Schools in 5-years?

More info here: https://r20.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001A_qo7IEUogv6NOAjR7sQd3sDqHaFT_IAPxCgCus-eQYMMj6hb4yZYoLU7laUWXAC6TOoUmmriU3vK8FdwFDG5J_8mnB70bpWPZ5BJea-uY8Sk3Ml_Qad2j-9gNalwVuwTq5tAlbOsPdPCbhF0w-Y_D7sqo7FuDx6JUTXAcvXB3Eg8AgVdISYiSeDge_mb8OY5WKyvrRkEiSjm2-cHRDWbIHfRdn6QbM34IEUm3UWOsQzvmlfkGLNmw==&c=RPSPBR-MD34lwS6_3YaUXQnuyeGgexXNlvS0kzuskw5HLqIkmxa97w==&ch=8i3PUCaBvoWvPEHsNXPYfdPhkRMoI6jIDfr1ColFkP-wJ3i7UdF2-w==

Fill | APS Strategic Planning Survey A school district strategic plan is a document that outlines the district's goals, priorities, and metrics for measuring progress. It includes both academic and operational aspects of the district. The plan helps the district align its actions, resources, and stakeholders with its desi...

Thank you to my family. Nick, Meredith, Graham, and Eriksen’s - you’ve been so patient with me and I appreciate it!

Thank you to the Abington community.
Thank you to those who shared supportive words.
Thank you to those who asked me questions and got me thinking about different perspectives.
Thank you to those who spread the word.
Thank you to those who held signs.
Thank you to those who showcased a lawn sign.
Thank you to those who took the time to learn about our candidates.
Thank you to people who have done this before me and guided me.
Thank you to those who helped our candidates publicize our thoughts.
Thank you to every person who came out to vote - I think set some records for turnout! Regardless of your vote, your energy and enthusiasm is what will help hold our candidates accountable.

I really cannot thank the community enough both in and out of Abington! I am honored and humbled to be a member of our School Committee. I join an incredible group of people who have done, and I expect will continue to do incredible things. Please keep sharing your experiences, feedback and suggestions. I look forward to this experience and doing all I can to support our students!