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Winthrop Middle School principal to retire at end of school year

Winthrop School Board · March 7, 2026
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Summary

Superintendent announced that Lori Smale, principal of Winthrop Middle School, will retire at the end of the school year; the board thanked her for four years of service and plans to address any formal retirement vote and next steps.

Superintendent Dr. Folby announced that Lori Smale, principal of Winthrop Middle School, will retire at the end of this school year and praised her four years of service to students, staff and families.

The superintendent described Smale as a steady presence and a strong advocate for the middle school and extended the district's gratitude, wishing her a joyful retirement. A board member asked whether a formal vote was required; the superintendent indicated a vote should be recorded and recommended everyone vote 'no' (context: the transcript language is terse and the superintendent agreed to follow the district's practice for recording the retirement). Board members offered thanks to Smale in the meeting.