Letter To The Editor: in Support Of Holly Lynch And Helen Pickard

Letter to the editor from North Andover School Committee Member Amy Mabley:

To the Editor:

I am writing to express my support for the re-election of Helen Pickard and Holly Vietzke-Lynch to the North Andover School Committee. While serving alongside them for the past three years, I have seen first-hand their commitment to their positions on the committee and various subcommittees. They have been involved in developing the district’s strategic plan to reduce class sizes at all levels, improve programming to develop the whole student, and provide the training and resources teachers need to support and prepare all students for opportunities beyond their pre-K through 12 education. I would like to see Helen and Holly continue serving on the committee for the next three years as we continue pursuing these goals.

For several years, I have enjoyed volunteering alongside Helen and Holly at all levels of our school system. I’ve seen them running Understanding Our Differences activities, cheering for athletes and performers, coaching young players, reading to students, and opening carrot packages at lunches. Each of them is approachable and available to engage with our students as well as all citizens of our town. Their time in our schools with our students and teachers across the district provides information, raises questions, and informs discussions that help them to best serve our community during school committee meetings.

I’ve found Helen and Holly to be thoughtful, thorough advocates for the students, families, and teachers of the North Andover Public Schools. I ask that you join me in supporting their continued service on the North Andover School Committee.

Sincerely,
Amy Mabley
219 Main Street
North Andover

This letter was produced by resident North Andover School Committee Member Amy Mabley. The views expressed are the author's own.