Tolland School Administrator Heading To Somers

SOMERS, CT — The Somers Board of Education on Tuesday unanimously appointed Margot Martello as the new Mabelle B. Avery Middle School principal.

The appointment is effective July 1.

Martello is coming to Somers from Tolland, where she served as the assistant principal at the local high school for the past nine years. While at Tolland High School, she was instrumental in the day-to-day operations of the school, developed mastery-based learning principles, led the NEASC accreditation team, and created "an environment of collaboration and collegiality with all constituents," Superindendent of schools Brian Czapla said in a letter to parents.

"She has made a significant impact on creating a positive culture at Tolland High School," Czapla said. "During the interview process, it became clear that her experience, student-centered philosophy, and ability to create a positive teaching and learning climate made her the ideal candidate for MBA. I am very excited to welcome Mrs. Martello as a member of our Somers Public Schools family."