THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, October 16, 2026 Page 9 Malden High School educator Paul Degenkolb receives Fulbright Teacher Award for 2026-2027 Longtime MHS French teacher will study, teach and conduct research abroad P aul Degenkolb, an educator at Malden High School, has received a Fulbright Teacher Exchange Award for the 2026-2027 cycle from the U.S. Department of State. Paul is among the approximately 2,500 U.S. citizens who will teach, study and conduct research abroad for the 2026-2027 academic year through the Fulbright Program. Fulbrighters engage in cutting-edge research and expand their professional networks, often continuing research collaborations started abroad and laying the groundwork for forging future partnerships between institutions. Upon returning to their home institutions, labs and classrooms, they share their experiences, becoming champions of international collaboration. Many go on to host visiting scholars and inspire colleagues and students to pursue transformative opportunities abroad. Fulbright Teacher Exchanges advance American competitiveness through exchanges and training for K-12 teachers. U.S. Fulbright Teachers learn cutting-edge educational practices in the technology, AI and critical minerals fields. The Fulbright Program was established in 1946 as a bold investment in global peace and American prosperity through educational and cultural exchange. The Fulbright Program is marking its 80th anniversary in 2026, which coincides with America’s 250th anniversary celebration. This dual milestone provides an unprecedented opportunity to showcase the FulS Sen. Lewis announces Virtual Office Hours for October tate Senator Jason Lewis will be holding Virtual Office Hours on Monday, October 19, from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. Any constituent of Senator Lewis is welcome to attend Office Hours, with no appointment necessary, to discuss any personal issue or legislative feedback with the Senator and his staff. Virtual Office Hours are held on Zoom. Each constituent meets privately with the Senator during the Zoom session. To join the meeting please Paul Degenkolb Malden High School educator bright Program’s role in America’s legacy of leadership, innovation, international collaboration and American excellence. Fulbright provides opportunities for exceptional Americans and participants from 160 countries and locations to study, teach, and conduct research abroad. For eight decades, Fulbrighters have been leaders at the forefront of discovery and innovation, conducting cutting-edge research, advancing critical industries and preparing future generations with new skills and perspectives. More than 2,500 U.S. Fulbrighters — teachers, artists, and professionals from all backgrounds — teach, study or conduct research overseas through the Fulbright Program annually. Learn more about Fulbright Teacher Exchanges at fulbrightteacherexchanges.org. For more information about the Fulbright Program, visit fulbrightprogram.org. visit SenatorJasonLewis.com, use the following URL or enter the meeting information on Zoom: https://us06web.zoom. us/j/83854164671?pwd=eWZWQWU0VkZjcE9XSXl5Rk1BRVd5Zz09 Meeting ID: 838 5416 4671 Passcode: 234270 For further information or any questions, visit SenatorJasonLewis.com or contact his State House office at 617-722-1206 or Jason.Lewis@masenate.gov. Upcoming Family Movie Night at the Malden Public Library P lease join the Malden Public Library (MPL) for Family Movie Night on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, from 6:008:00 p.m. MPL will be showing the 2026 film “The Sheep Detectives,”which is based on Leonie Swann’s book “Three Bags Full.” The film stars Hugh Jackman and Emma Thompson and the voices of Patrick Stewart, Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Regina Hall. “In this witty new breed of mystery, George is a shepherd who reads detective novels to his beloved sheep every night, assuming they can’t possibly understand. But when a mysterious incident disrupts life on the farm, the sheep realize they must become the detectives. As they follow the clues and investigate human suspects, they prove that even sheep can be brilliant crime-solvers.” Rated PG — 109 minutes. Free snacks will be provided. Movie times are approximate. For Advertising with Results, call The Advocate Newspapers at 617-387-2200 orInfo@advocatenews.net
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