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Interim superintendent urges focus on alignment, belonging and capital follow‑through in transition report
Summary
Interim Superintendent Dr. Galusi presented transition/entry findings highlighting strengths (community commitment, engaged staff) and areas for growth (facilities maintenance, communication alignment, diversifying staff). She said stakeholder input and classroom observations will inform a strategic plan.
Interim Superintendent Dr. Galusi told the Medford School Committee on Monday that more than 200 classroom visits, 30 listening sessions and numerous meetings with staff and city partners shaped a transition/entry report that will inform the district’s next strategic plan.
Dr. Galusi said the report frames three organizing pillars—belonging, consistency and coherence—intended to align instructional practice and district systems. On belonging, she recommended expanding student voice, scaling restorative practices, improving visible supports for neurodivergent and LGBTQ+…
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