Middletown Board approves new personnel including Antoinette Thompson as assistant principal

The Middletown Board of Education convened on May 8, 2025, to address several key personnel matters and celebrate new appointments within the district. The meeting commenced with a round of applause for recent administrative appointments, setting a positive tone for the evening.

The board first moved to approve the instructional personnel memorandum 20 b, which included items numbered 1 through 6. The motion was made by Mr. Mitchell Williams and seconded by Mr. Perino. Following a brief discussion, the board voted in favor, passing the motion 8-0, with one abstention on item 20 b-3 due to a conflict of interest.

Next, the board addressed the non-instructional personnel memorandum 20 c, also consisting of items numbered 1 through 6. This motion was similarly moved by Mr. Williams and seconded by Pastor Williams. The board unanimously approved this memorandum with an 8-0 vote.

Following the approvals, Jillian from Human Resources took the floor to introduce new personnel appointees. The first introduction was Miss Antoinette Thompson, who will serve as the assistant principal for English as a New Language (ENL) and case manager. Miss Thompson expressed her excitement about her new role and commitment to supporting English language learners and their families.

The next appointee introduced was Mr. Justin Sturridge, the new assistant athletic director. Mr. Coates highlighted Mr. Sturridge's long-standing dedication to the Middletown community, noting his 19 years of service and previous experience with the Boston Red Sox. Mr. Sturridge expressed gratitude for the opportunity and looked forward to contributing to the athletic department and the community.

The meeting concluded with congratulations to the new appointees and a reaffirmation of the board's support for their future endeavors. Overall, the session underscored the board's commitment to fostering talent within the district and enhancing educational and athletic programs for the Middletown community.