Page 6 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, March 24, 2023 ~ Letter to the Editor ~ Touring Malden’s Ferryway School S t Patrick’s Day tour of Malden’s Ferryway School had some surprises and interesting encounters. My fi rst tour of the school. I just know it’s going to be a good day, when a charming young student walks by me in a line, that’s going back to class, and he asks me if I’m running to be the next President! Student: “Are you running for president?” Myself: “Are you going to vote for me?” Students: “Yes!” Myself: “Bonus points! Thank you!” Maybe it was my green tie, because another student asked me if I was her President. I smiled and did a presidential wave. The positive friendly atmosphere from our inspiring students is infectious and heartwarming. At least a couple of students blindsided me with Need a hall for your special event? The Schiavo Club, located at 71 Tileston Street, Everett is available for your Birthdays, Anniversaries, Sweet 16 parties and more? 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There’s a hefty price tag for repair and upgrades to HVAC equipment in our school buildings, but it is worth it. I was there nearly ten years back, when we parents forced repairs to the Linden school roof to deter water leaks. Learning that the Ferryway school was built using the same structural design as the Linden and was also suffering from leaks, was eye opening news. I’ll be keeping an eye out to understand the progress of any roof repairs, that may be happening this coming off -season at the Ferryway school. In this day of technology, I was fascinated by the library in the school. The extensive library resources were engaging for the eager young minds as they got their hands on all manner of books to read. One of the classrooms today got a mini-lecture from me on the importance of learning the various world mythologies as they were learning about Greek mythology. I lectured so that ~ Home of the Week ~ LYNNFIELD - 1st AD - CAREFREE LIVING AT ITS BEST! 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Offered at $689,520 335 Central Street, Saugus, MA 01906 (781) 233-7300 View the interior of this home right on your smartphone. View all our listings at: CarpenitoRealEstate.com Malden Superintendent Ligia Noriega-Murphy and Ward 6 School Committee Member Joseph Gray they can think about the same background as I did in mythology. When they looked puzzled, I asked them who was the most popular mythological character right now. They answered correctly, that it was Thor. It may not be Greek mythology, but they fi nally understood that to understand some of the things happening and being talked about in modern society, a well-rounded background in Greek, Roman, Norse, Indian, South American, African and Asian mythologies can be helpful. When they inquired why, I explained that it helped me understand comics and play video games, when I was younger. That’s really when the lightbulbs went on. Study hard. Use the classroom knowledge. Play hard. Of course it wouldn’t be a fun trip without dodge ball in the Ferryway gym. I couldn’t play with the students, but at least I worked defense near the edge to defl ect any stray balls ricocheting towards our superintendent’s back. From the morning Pledge of Ward 6 School Committee Member Joseph Gray meets with Superintendent NoriegaMurphy and some of the talented teaching staff of Malden’s Ferryway School. Allegiance to the final bell to go home, we have a very robust and wonderful school here at the Ferryway in Malden. Sincerely, Joseph Gray Ward 6 School Committee Member Malden Chamber of Commerce to host third Asian Business Pitch Competition on April 27 T he Malden Chamber of Commerce announces that Malden has been selected to host the third Asian Business Pitch Competition on April 27 from 5:45 p.m.-8:45 p.m. at the Malden Public Library (36 Salem St., Malden). The Pitch Competition is part of the Asian Business Training and Mentorship Program (ABTM), a service off ered by the Asian American Civic Association (AACA). The Competition gives Asian business owners the opportunity to “pitch” their business. Geared to both existing businesses and those in the idea phase, participants will have a coaching session with a judge at the end of the session, and there will be cash prizes for those who excel in different categories. Funding for the prizes comes from a generous grant from J.P. Morgan Chase. Participants must preregister, but the contest is free and open to the public to view. To register or for more information, visit https://www.aaca-boston. org/abtm.
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