Page 2 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, JunE 20, 2025 Mayor Invites Everett faith leaders to community discussion Clergy and faith leaders serving Everett are invited to discuss the needs of their parishioners and to learn about City resources available Special to The Advocate M ayor Carlo DeMaria was pleased to announce that the City of Everett is inviting clergy and faith leaders to join him and key City of Everett staff for a discussion and informational event on Tuesday, June 24, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. at Everett City Hall (484 Broadway). This event, which is titled “Faith in Action Everett,” will provide an opportunity for clergy and faith leaders who serve in Everett to discuss the needs of their parishioners with Mayor DeMaria and key City staff. Additionally, this event will provide an opportunity for attendees to learn about City resources that are available. “It’s important that all Everett residents are aware of the resources available to them,” said Mayor DeMaria. “By connecting with our city’s faith and clergy leaders, we can expand our outreach and better meet people where they are. We also look forward to hearing directly from the leaders, whose insights will help shape services that truly reflect the needs of our community.” The discussion will include a complimentary lunch for those who attend. Registration in advance is required. Those who would like to attend must register by Friday, June 20, by completing and submitting the registration form that can be found at cityofeverett.com/events/ faith-in-action-everett-2025. DiDomenico secures budget language to improve access to Seal of Biliteracy Special to The Advocate T hrough the Fiscal Year 2026 Senate budget, State Senator Sal DiDomenico passed an amendment that will ensure all eligible students can continue to take advantage of the Seal of Biliteracy. The Seal is an award that recognizes high school graduates who attain high functional and academic levels of proficiency in English and another language by high school graduation. The Seal of Biliteracy was created through a 2017 law, the LOOK Act, which Senator DiDomenico sponsored. “I have been a longtime supporter of this award that recognizes the value of bilingualism as a skill essential to improving career and college readiness,” said Senator DiDomenico. “I am proud to fight for increased access to this important recognition for our mulSal DiDomenico, State Senator. tilingual students and I hope to see this language included in the final budget when it is signed into law.” With both chambers of the Legislature having approved different versions of the FY26 budget, a committee of conference was appointed on May 29, 2025, so they could reconcile their versions before sending a final FY26 budget to the Governor for her signature and/or other actions. Everett student named to Stonehill Dean’s List K ylie Bragg, a member of the Class of 2026 from Everett, 50 has been named to the spring 2025 Dean’s List at Stonehill College. To qualify for the Dean’s List, students must have a semester grade point average of 3.50 or higher and must have successfully completed all courses for Everett Supplies Aluminum 10 Everett Ave., Everett 617-389-3839 Celebrating 66 Years in Business! •Vinyl Siding •Free Estimates •Carpentry Work •Fully Licensed •Decks •Roof ng • Fully Insured • Replacement Windows www.everettaluminum.com Now’s the time to schedule those home improvement projects you’ve been dreaming about all winter! which they were registered. Stonehill College, a Catholic institution of higher learning, was founded by the Congregation of Holy Cross in 1948. Located on the beautiful 387-acre campus and former estate of Frederick Lothrop Ames in North Easton, Massachusetts, it is a communiSpring is Here! ty of scholarship and faith, anchored by a belief in the inherent dignity of each person. Stonehill educates the whole person so that each Stonehill graduate thinks, acts and leads with courage toward the creation of a more just and compassionate world.
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