LIFE

Marco Tirillo didn’t have to walk far to move his belongings into his new office at John Wallace Middle School. His previous office was right next door.

The school has an active career center that offers a multitude of resources including the opportunity for students to conduct online video chats and practice job interviews with business professionals. There are also opportunities for them to go on road trips to different types of businesses to learn first-hand how they operate and the jobs they have to offer.

Jennifer Miller of West Hartford was hired at the onset of the current academic year to fill the vacancy for an assistant superintendent of schools. She speaks with enthusiasm about her new job and the quality of the Wethersfield Public Schools.

The members of the Student Council at Newington High School don’t limit the scope of their activities to the NHS campus. They are seeking to make an impact on the wider community as well. That’s why they paid visits to Jefferson House and Masonicare at Middlewoods of Newington to interact with the senior citizens who live in those facilities. These visits are among other outreach projects the students are encouraged to undertake under the leadership of Spanish teacher Elisa

High school students are learning how to debate, advocate and negotiate. It’s all part of the Model United Nations program. Rocky Hill High School hosted its second Model UN Conference on March 29. The theme was to explore global challenges through debate and diplomacy while speaking boldly, negotiating wisely and acting globally.

Newington High School marked the end of the annual national observation of February as Black History Month with a special event that it is hoped will also become an annual tradition.

Crossing guards equipped with reflective vests, whistles and hand-held stop signs work every school day to keep the children of this town safe. Monday through Friday, they are at their posts including days when it is hot, cold, wet or otherwise physically uncomfortable.

Kris DeLeo came to town at the start of the 2025-2026 academic year to fill a vacancy for principal at Highcrest School. She is learning about the school and community and is confident that she made a wise choice.