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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]We are very sad the MS Head is leaving. Being a URM family, he really championed our child and it's made a significant impact in DC's self confidence and who is thriving academically. I'm always concerned that my DC won't been "seen" but I'm hopeful for the new MS head. They're working hard to ensure a smooth transition. [/quote]

I hear you on the loss of URM leadership. But do know that you are in very good hands with new MS head. [/quote]

Norwood parent (of multiple kids) here who is lukewarm about the current lower school head, and not thrilled we will deal with him in middle school. But he’s not terrible, so I guess the devil you know.

We think the HOS is great, and teachers have been mostly great too. Very happy with the education our kids are getting.

I am really unhappy that there do not seem to be any URM in leadership positions at Norwood. I really like that the Norwood teachers are diverse and my URM kids are exposed to people of color as their teachers, but sad that they aren’t getting promoted to leadership positions. [/quote]

Current Middle School head is URM.  Having nothing to do with that, he did not have a good first couple years at the school, and most families wanted him out.  They hired from within to ensure good leadership.  Most people are really happy with the incoming leadership team.  They will need to hire a new director of curriculum, so they could end up with someone of color.  In past years, there was more URM leadership, but people have left for various reasons (having nothing to do with color), so it makes sense for them to hire those they think will do a good job and that have shown dedication to the school now.[/quote]

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