Essex Tech Teachers Reach New Deal After Year-Long Contract Dispute

The pact resolves a negotiation that grew contentious at times with a "no confidence" vote in district leadership in recent months.

Essex Tech Teen From Hamilton Awarded $1K Wheelchair Grant

Sophomore Brooke Sargent, who has cerebral palsy, was awarded the Handi Capable Fitness grant to buy the Wheelchair Motor Cross wheelchair.

Danvers Star Student: Reagan An Ohio State-Bound DHS Class President

Find out why this Danvers High School senior was shouted out as a Star Student.

2 New Danvers Public Schools Principals Appointed

Adam Colantuoni was named to guide Holten Richmond Middle School and Sarah Fitzgerald was named permanent principal at Riverside.

Essex Tech To Host 2023 Larkin Cottage Renovation Fundraising Gala

The event will support the Catherine Larkin Memorial Practice Cottage renovation project and present the Larkin Lifetime Achievement Award.

Essex Tech Teachers, Administration Clash Over Coercion Complaints

The union said it voted "no confidence" in Superintendent Heidi Riccio and the School Committee after contract talks reached an impasse.

Salem Academy AD Drew Betts Named Next Danvers High Athletic Director

The Endicott College graduate has been the Salem Academy Charter School's athletic director since 2011.

Danvers CARES Program To Talk Student Cyberbullying, Social Media Use

The online presentation for parents and caregivers on the social and emotional welfare of students will take place Thursday night.

Danvers Makes It Official With New Superintendent Of Schools

Marblehead High Principal Dan Bauer signed his contract at Monday's Danvers School Committee meeting.

Split Vote Approves Danvers School Committee Budget Request For 2024

An effort to add $525,000 in additional funds earmarked for special education staffing failed in a 3-2 vote.

Gift Of Life: Essex Tech Superintendent Donates Kidney To Teacher

Superintendent Heidi Riccio donated a kidney to Essex Tech masonry teacher David Collins after learning she was a perfect organ match.

Danvers' Thomas Livingston Inducted Into Salem State Hall Of Fame

As a four-year ice hockey player, Thomas Livingston was one of the top defensive players in New England during his Salem State career.

$2.235 Million Increase Proposed In Danvers School Budget

Rising transportation and out-of-district placement costs are drivers of the 4.79 percent increase proposed to the School Committee.

Essex Tech Senior Nominated As U.S. Presidential Scholar

Amani Benouardia, an immigrant from Morocco, is excelling as a student in Essex Tech's environmental science program.

Danvers High Hopes To Build Connection Through New Alumni Council

Principal Adam Federico is looking for recent and older graduates to help learn from their experiences and promote current DHS programs.

Wintry Weather Blast Cancels All Danvers After School Activities

While school was dismissed at the regular time, all after-school sports, meetings and extracurricular activities were canceled.

Danvers Public Schools In Need Of Teacher Aides For 2023

Danvers Public Schools put out the call for help at both the elementary and middle school level.

Marblehead Principal Dan Bauer Picked As New Danvers Superintendent

The Danvers School Committee chose to offer the Marblehead High principal a contract to take over the district leadership role.

New Danvers School Superintendent Set To Be Named Monday Night

The School Committee is set to meet following Monday's final public interview to discuss the candidates and vote on a new hire.

Danvers Welcomes 3 Superintendent Candidates For Public Interviews

Peter Cushing, Dan Bauer and Geoff Bruno will each have a day to meet with students, staff and the community.

Danvers 3 Superintendent Of Schools Finalists To Visit Next Week

A Marblehead high school principal, Medford assistant superintendent and Scarborough (Maine) superintendent were the top candidates picked.

Danvers Wrestles With Causes Of High School Enrollment Decline

The district faces several challenges when it comes to retaining students in high school grades as demand for Essex Tech spots increases.

Danvers Superintendent Search Narrowed To 7 Finalists

Search Committee Chair Robin Doherty said that field will be cut to three to five candidates whose names will be revealed in early January.

Essex Tech's NightHawks Adult Education Program Takes Flight For 2023

Registration is open for winter and spring classes as part of the state's Career Technical Institute initiative.

$120K State Grant To Bolster Essex Tech After School, Summer Programs

The grant will be used to expand learning academies that combine career technical and agricultural learning with academic skills.

Danvers Superintendent Search Screening Committee Set

Danvers School Committee liaisons Robin Doherty and Alice Campbell said the timetable remains for a new superintendent pick in early 2023.

Andrew St. Pierre Resigns As Danvers High Athletic Director

Danvers Acting Superintendent Mary Wermers said St. Pierre is leaving to take a job in a field outside of education.

New Danvers School Committee Member Picked Out Of 3 Finalists

Joshua Kepnes was selected in a unanimous vote after motions for candidates Heidi Mora and Alexis Smith-Attuquayefio fell short.

Danvers School Culture, Communication A Focus For Next Superintendent

A survey of 484 respondents and 78 who participated in focus groups identified attributes and priorities for the next district leader.

Jeff Kay Resigns From Danvers School Committee

The School Committee said the process for replacing Kay, who is moving out of the town at least temporarily, will begin immediately.

$1.7 Million State Grant To Help Essex Tech Modernize, Expand Labs

Essex Tech will use the funding to expand and modernize its Culinary Arts and Animal Sciences instructional labs.

Danvers School Superintendent Search Focus Groups Start This Week

The district is also including a survey where stakeholders can provide feedback about the priorities for selecting candidates.

Danvers Schools Face Harsh Truths As Students Voice Bullying Concerns

Officials said open conversations like the one at the recent School Committee meeting are helpful for the work of improving school culture.

Danvers Schools Still Hiring 3 Weeks Into New Year

The district is looking for full- and part-time cafeteria employees.

St. John's Prep Students Among MA 2023 National Merit Semifinalists

See the local seniors from across Massachusetts who may go on to earn scholarships in spring 2023.

Danvers New School Superintendent Search About To Heat Up

School Committee members Robin Doherty and Alice Campbell laid out the timeline for applications, finalist selection and extending an offer.

Danvers Back-To-School Supply Drive For Students In Need

Residents can drop off back-to-school supplies at the Danvers Public Library or Peabody Institute Library.

Danvers Needs Teacher Aides For Impending New School Year

The district is putting out the word that it is looking for teaching aides at all levels.

Essex Tech Awarded $1.2 Million State Grant For NightHawks Program

The award is part of $1.5 million in state grants designed to expand training opportunities.

Danvers 'School Culture And Climate' Improvement Site Launched

The district's action page is in response to the AG's investigation into the district's handling of accusations of racism and homophobia.