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Real Leadership, Real Results #3: Building Transparency Through Communication and Collaboration

Sudbury is a strong and vibrant community—and like any town, it benefits from steady, thoughtful leadership to help it thrive. As we continue to invest in long-term planning, fiscal responsibility, and community engagement, it’s important to have leaders who build trust, work collaboratively, and deliver results. That’s the kind of leadership I’ve brought over…

ByRadha Gargeya2 days ago

Standing for You: My Positions, Platform, and Values for Your Vote on March 31st

As the election approaches on Monday, I want to express my gratitude to everyone I've met during this campaign. I sincerely appreciate the conversations, support, and the opportunity to share my vision for the Sudbury School Committee. If elected, I will continue to seek input from the community and ensure transparency in decision-making. …

ByElizabeth Sues2 days ago

Reassessing Class Size: Moving Beyond Capacity Studies to Focus on Student Needs and Educational Excellence

Class size remains a top concern for SPS families, especially with the projected enrollment increase of 225 students in pre-kindergarten to grade eight over the next five years. Currently, 14 classes exceed the Sudbury School Class Size Guidelines (here), which were established nearly a decade ago in 2016 based on the best available research at…

ByElizabeth Sues2 days ago

Setting the Record Straight About the Budget: Supporting Our Schools Through Cooperation

Throughout this campaign, a recurring claim is that the town is using SPS as leverage for an override. This sentiment undermines the fundamental principle of municipal finance: that public safety, infrastructure, schools, recreation, and other essential services are all vital to the well-being of our community. Effective budget management for SPS involves advocating for students…

ByElizabeth Sues2 days ago

Get Ready for Election Day

The Sudbury League of Women Voters hosts a candidates' forum and shares information about all the candidates running for office in Sudbury. My opponent and I had the chance to participate in a live, taped, moderated session that answered community-submitted questions. I was excited about this opportunity to show potential voters who I am and…

ByAllison Vanderels2 days ago

School Committee Communication and Outreach

Have you ever joined a School Committee meeting? Did you consider attending or calling in, but found it hard to know what was being discussed? The School Committee holds two meetings a month during the school year, and then once each in July and August. The School Committee also has subcommittees that hold meetings…

ByAllison Vanderels3 days ago

Class Sizes and Capacity Planning

Many of the parents I’ve spoken with have raised concerns about large class sizes. If students come home telling their parents about a day full of distractions from learning and general chaos in the classroom, our teachers and administrators should take notice. Three grade levels at Haynes, one grade level at Nixon, and one grade…

ByAllison Vanderels4 days ago

A Collaborative Path to Stronger After-School Programs in Sudbury

After-school programs are essential After-school programs are not just helpful—they’re essential. They provide a safe, enriching environment for children and peace of mind for working parents. In a town like Sudbury, where families deeply value education and community, strong after-school options are a necessity. When my children were in elementary and middle school, my…

ByRadha GargeyaMarch 25, 2025

Bullying and School Connectedness

In discussions and emails with community members, I have heard distressing stories about incidents of bullying and harassment in our schools. The targeted students report not feeling supported by adults at school, disciplinary actions that students feel target the victim, and not wanting to attend school. These feelings are borne out in the results of…

ByAllison VanderelsMarch 25, 2025

Important Information for Sudbury Voters: Article 46 – Housing Authority Proposal

I have had an opportunity to talk with many residents about their concerns and their hopes for our town. I want to take a moment to talk to you about something that is on the mind of many of our friends and neighbors, specifically, the upcoming proposal at Town Meeting, Article 46. This proposal, while…

ByKevin J. MatthewsMarch 24, 2025

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