13TH NORFOLK NEWS

This past weekend, I attended “No Kings” rallies in Medfield and Needham. Between the communities I serve, around 2,000 people came together in a powerful show of solidarity, standing in opposition to the President’s rhetoric and actions. It was inspiring to speak at Needham's rally and to be among such an engaged and energized crowd: hearing voices raised, horns honking, and neighbors standing shoulder to shoulder.

If passed, the TEACH-MA Act would introduce a statewide program designed to recruit, certify and retain teachers committed to three years of service in Massachusetts public schools. Program fellows would be placed in high-need districts and hard-to-fill subject areas, and provided mentorship, a stipend, and the promise of a reduced-cost master’s degree upon completion.

Though I enjoyed the holidays, it has been great to be back in the swing of things at the State House. Kyle and I have been busy preparing for Year 2 - having a year under our belts has given us insights into workings of the building that we’ll act upon moving forward. We’re hoping to see a vote soon regarding cellphone usage in schools, and as we get to warmer weather in the spring, budget season will take center stage.