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An Open Letter to the Sudbury School Committee (SC) and Superintendent

On Monday night, I left the SPS School Committee meeting with sadness and frustration. Asking myself “did that really just happen?” Did 3 members stage a witch hunt of sorts against another member? Did they really just throw out the transgender and gender nonconforming student (TGNS) policy? And, why were there so many kids…

ByColleen Gleason-EppleFebruary 17, 2025

SPS SC Progress Blocked

The SPS School Committee’s conduct is stifling the collaborative work of its own members. During the Feb. 10th SC meeting, the SC’s toxic behavior violated their own operating protocols, such as: treat fellow SC members with dignity and respect, a committee member does not have authority to investigate, and represent the needs and interests…

ByMary StephensFebruary 14, 2025

Radha Gargeya for Select Board: Let’s Build a Thriving and Inclusive Sudbury

Hello Sudbury: I’m excited to share the launch of my campaign website, RadhaForSudbury.com, as I seek a seat on the Select Board. My site provides insight into my vision for Sudbury, my experience serving our town (Sudbury 250, Lincoln-Sudbury School Committee, Housing Authority, Walkway Committee), my volunteer work, and my thoughts shared at L-S graduations and…

ByRadha GargeyaFebruary 14, 2025

An open letter to the Sudbury Public Schools School Committee and Community

First and foremost, I want to acknowledge that each of the school committee members are human beings. None of the sitting members claim to be infallible, or experts on every population within our district. That’s a good thing. Our school committee is composed of Sudbury residents who are passionate about supporting our students and families.…

ByContributorFebruary 13, 2025

Re-Elect Lisa Kouchakdjian

Sudbury Select Board – Moving Sudbury Forward I am thrilled to announce my candidacy for re-election to the Sudbury Select Board! Serving on the Select Board since 2022 has been an incredible honor, and together, we have made significant progress. One of my first accomplishments was working with my colleagues to hire Town Manager Andy…

ByLisa KouchakdjianFebruary 13, 2025

What to Look for When Voting for a Select Board Member

I am writing to share my perspective on what we should look for when voting for a Select Board member in Sudbury—a decision that has far-reaching impacts on the future of our town. A candidate who has consistently supported transformative projects, such as the construction of the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail, clearly exemplifies the…

ByJanie DretlerFebruary 12, 2025

The Importance of Voting in Local Elections: A Sudbury Perspective

In today’s divisive national political climate, it’s easy to feel that individual voices are drowned out. Yet, local elections present a unique opportunity for residents to directly influence the decisions that shape their daily lives. For Sudbury, this is especially true. Why Local Governance Matters Sudbury’s Select Board, School Committees, and various town boards…

ByJanie DretlerFebruary 7, 2025

OPEN LETTER UPON WITHDRAWAL FROM SCHOOL COMMITTEE RUN

To the friends, neighbors, and colleagues who signed my nomination papers and wished me well in pursuit of serving on the Sudbury School Committee I say thank you for your encouragement and especially for your participation in this most basic democratic process. I stepped up to offer my time and talents when I saw…

ByKay BellFebruary 4, 2025

STEPHENS: Letter of Resignation

" [Mary Stephens asked Sudbury Weekly to publish her updated letter of resignation so the community could read it in full. The below letter was submitted on January 22, 2025.] Please see my updated resignation letter. I was incorrectly informed that I had to resign effective immediately for the vacancy to appear on…

ByMary StephensJanuary 22, 2025

Jack Ryan for Lincoln Sudbury School Committee: Experience Matters

In times of uncertainty regarding federal funding of public education, federal regulation of public education and even the existence of the Department of Education itself, experience matters. That is why I am declaring my candidacy for the Lincoln Sudbury School Committee. I have been a resident of Sudbury for 44 years. I have practiced…

ByJack RyanJanuary 17, 2025

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