THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, January 3, 2025 Page 11 YEAR | FROM PAGE 10 Malden DEI Coordinator Kashawna Harling is ‘Black Excellence on the Hill’ award recipient Kashawna Harling, Malden’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Coordinator, was nominated by State Senator Jason Lewis and State Representative Steven Ultrino for the Massachusetts Black & Latino Legislative Caucus’ “Black Excellence on the Hill Award.” In her work as Malden’s DEI Coordinator, Kashawna has strived to create a strong community where people feel *** Dr. Timothy Sippel assumes post as new Malden Superintendent of Schools New Superintendent of Schools Timothy Sippel, Ed.L.D. officially took the reins of the Malden Public Schools on July 1. On that day, digitally online, he officially greeted the community with a message of introduction. He also delivered a detailed Entry Plan for his new leadership, encouraging community members to participate in the formulation of pathways pared to succeed in the future they choose to pursue. “I am committed to leading our district to achieve these goals through a spirit of inclusiveness, collaboration, and continuous improvement,” he added. *** Malden High School became the first school in Massachusetts to raise the Flag of Brazil on November 18, commemorating Brazilian Flag Day While some communities have held a Brazilian Flag Raising Day, no other school in the state had done so until Malden took that step on Tuesday. Over 600 students participated in the endof-school celebration, including many of the close to 350 students of Brazilian descent who are attending Malden High School. On hand for the ceremony and celebration were Malden Mayor and School Committee Chairperson Gary Christenson, Malden DEI Coordinator Kashawna Harling and government staff members and Malden High School Principal Chris Mastrangelo and many MHS staff members. “It was the first time we’ve done this and it was one of the largest events of this kind we have held,” Mastrangelo said. “We have a large and vibrant group of students of the Brazilian culture and they were YEAR | SEE PAGE 12 If We Happen To Meet By Accident ... You’ll Be Glad You Found Us! There is a difference between the rest and the BEST! CLIMATE ACTION PLAN: Malden Mayor Gary Christenson and Councillor-at-large Carey McDonald greet members of the Metropolitan Area Planning Council who assisted in forming Malden’s first Climate Action Plan. (Courtesy/City of Malden) included, supported and heard. She previously served as the Program Director for the Mayor’s Youth Employment Program, Senior Employment Program and Career Connections program – assisting students, seniors and residents into employment across the city. The Massachusetts Black & Latino Legislative Caucus works to define, highlight and analyze issues and concerns affecting people of color in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. and policy for the district’s future as he embarks in his new role. “I am truly honored to join Malden as your Superintendent of Schools,” Superintendent Sippel said in his introductory message, which was sent via email to the Malden Public Schools community. “Malden is an amazingly diverse community made up of talented students, loving families, hard-working educators and staff, and community leaders who want to do right by the city’s young people.” The newly appointed SuperinKashawna Harling (right), Malden’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Coordinator, is greeted by Malden State Rep. Steve Ultrino as she receives a “Black Excellence on the Hill” award. tendent, who previously worked in a top-level administrative position in the Worcester Public Schools, told the community the future is bright for this city’s school district. “The Malden Public Schools has all of the ingredients to become a model urban school district, and its journey toward that goal has been underway for many years,” Superintendent Sippel said in his message. “We have the opportunity to work together to ensure that all Malden students thrive in our schools and are fully preCelebrating 46 Years In Business! TONY’S AUTO BODY Call or Visit 781-321-0032 34 Sharon Street Malden, MA 02148 TONYSAUTOBODYLLC.COM COME VISIT OUR STATE OF THE ART BODY SHOP • Computerized Paint Matching (State of the Art Spray Booth) • Computerized Frame Machines • P.P.G. Refinishing System • R134 + 1234yf A/C Machines Fully Insured -RS2415 Insurance Company Approval ALL OUR WORK IS GUARANTEED! TONY BARTOLO Owner 46 Years Let Us Handle Your Next Insurance Claim. Go With the BEST It Doesn’t Get BETTER! RENTAL CARS Available
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