Evaluation Of School Superintendent Yields Positive Results

Dr. Charles Gobron’s progress as superintendent was roundly hailed, as his evaluation was publicly presented at Wednesday night's Regional School Committee meeting.

His performance for the last four years over the Northborough/Southborough school district was examined at length and were the products of nine formal evaluations that had been previously submitted by board members Nancy Berglund, Paul Butka, Susan Dargan, Shirley Lundberg, Kathleen Polutchko, Jack Reynolds, Susan Satori, Lynne Winter and Joan Frank.

Members voted unanimously that Dr. Gobron had accomplished good leadership and had developed a solid team of office staff. He had been very helpful with board members in reviewing existing policies, developing new ones and getting rid of those that didn’t work or had become outdated.

He was said to be outstanding in coming up with budgets that were in alliance with students' needs as well as maintaining a workable plan that met with what the school board felt appropriate. School committee members from both other towns agreed that he has built strong relationships with them and love the fact that he is open to constructive criticism. Dr. Gobron’s ability to juggle three, 14-member boards in three different districts is well noted for his professionalism and grace.

Dr. Gabron’s leadership is best seen in the product of the school system he oversees. Northborough students achieve at high levels in standardized tests and are regularly admitted into top colleges across the country. Without a good school as a base, college would be much harder to adapt to.

As with most government institutions, budgets were hampered by shrinking funds. The board felt he showed confidence and reasoned understanding when dealing with board members. They also thought he should be commended for lobbying state legislators to minimize cuts in educational spending.

Gobron's day to day schedule includes meetings with district employees, school boards, students, parents, community leaders and the press as well as all the various paperwork he needs to oversee. Northborough felt he had done a great job with all of this. They said in conclusion, that they were happy to have him as their superintendent.

“I want to thank all the teachers, students and parents, “Dr. Gobron said. “I have been entrusted with important matters and I will take this position seriously. Thank you for your support and your faith in me.  We all know this is a demanding position. I will work my hardest to ensure your continued trust.”