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Ward 1 School Committee candidate Rothenberg emphasizes teacher pay, student access
Summary
Marcy Rothenberg, running for Ward 1 School Committee, told Leominster viewers she would prioritize teacher compensation, classroom resources, before- and after-school programs and improved access for students, and asked residents to vote Nov. 4.
Marcy Rothenberg, a candidate for Ward 1 School Committee, outlined priorities including higher teacher pay, expanded classroom resources and concerns about student transportation during an appearance on Leominster’s community access channel LTV.
Rothenberg said education is “the bridge from dreams to reality,” and urged voters to support educators and programs that extend learning beyond the school day. “When teachers thrive, students thrive,” she said.
Rothenberg described her background in education and community service as a basis for her campaign. She said she has “spent 35 years in education working with children and families from preschool to adult learners,” that she has managed “multimillion dollar budgets,” helped create statewide pre-K programs and now teaches in higher education preparing future teachers and school leaders. She also identified herself as president of the board of Ginny’s Helping Hand.
On program priorities, Rothenberg said she backs providing classrooms and libraries with updated supplies and technology, supporting before- and after-school programs, mentorships, community internships and expanded arts and STEM opportunities. “I support before and after school programs, mentorships, community internships, and opportunities in arts and STEM,” she said.
Rothenberg highlighted local access issues in North Leominster. “I really don't think that most people realize how far our high schoolers have to travel just to get to school,” she said, citing Stewart Avenue and Harvard Street as examples of neighborhoods whose residents face long or complicated trips to downtown activities and school events.
She framed fiscal stewardship as part of her pitch: “Spend every dollar with intention,” Rothenberg said, adding she wants politics kept out of schools and pledged to “support teachers and families.” She asked Ward 1 residents to vote for her in the Nov. 4 election and closed by saying, “Together, we can make it happen. Thank you.”
The appearance was a campaign statement and did not include a motion, vote or formal action by the School Committee.
