THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, December 23, 2022 Page 19 CONFERENCE | FROM PAGE 1 Superintendent Dr. Dianne Kelly and Malden Public Schools Director of Athletics Charlie Conefrey took part in the conference along with many representatives from across the state as part of a new collaborative eff ort to prevent and address hate and bias in school sports. Attorney General Maura Healey partnered with the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), the Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents (MASS), the Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA) and the Massachusetts School Administrators’ Association (MSAA) in hosting the conference, which was called “Addressing Hate in School Sports.” School administrators, athletic directors and staff , coaches, and referees attended the event, which was planned in collaboration with Northeastern University’s Center for the Study of Sport in Society, ADL New England and other community organizations, and featured representatives from the Boston Bruins, Boston Celtics, Boston Red Sox, New England Patriots, Boston Pride, Boston Renegades and BASKETBALL | FROM PAGE 11 balanced off ensively, passing the ball extremely well and also doing an excellent job defensively on everybody he covered," Coach Nally said. Phejarasai scored 9 points, including a nothing-but-net dagger "three" in mid-fourth quarter when Malden was furiously trying to put the game away. Nally also pointed to the efforts of three Malden seniors, who also put in valuable minutes to the Tornado win: starting guard Peyton Carron, 6-3 forward Andrew Louis and 6-1 guard Ransley Saint-Jean, who scored six points. Louis, who came out for the team for the fi rst this year, had several big rebounds and was another big body under the basket for Malden. Carron helped break the Everett full court press on a number of occasions and also hit one of two, big fourth-quarter three-pointers Tuesday. Everett's scoring was well-balanced with Cordero leading the way with 12 points, but only two points in the second half— and no fi eld goals—two free throws. Ruiz and senior Anderson Joseph both scored 10 points, with all Joseph's points coming in the fourth quarter. Desouza had six points for Everett. ganizations earlier this year during a virtual call-to-action. “There is no place for hate in our society, and our school athletic programs have an obligation to set those standards and expectations,” said Superintendent Kelly, who is the MASS president. “The Addressing Hate in School Sports Conference brings superintendents, principals, athletic directors and coaches together focused on the goal of creating the individual and team culture that supports the diversity of our At TD Garden, Attorney General and Governor-Elect Maura Healey led a statewide conference on student-athlete hate with participants including education leaders from Malden and Revere. (Courtesy Photo) the New England Revolution. Conefrey and Superintendent Kelly are both part of a statewide task force created by AG Healey to address these issues. “As a former student-athlete and coach, I know that sports can be a powerful unifi er,” said AG Healey at the event. “Today, we brought together coaches, athletic directors and educators who are committed to ensuring that young people can participate in school sports in a safe and inclusive environment. I am grateful to all our Malden came out of the gate determined, leading 10-4 after the fi rst quarter. The defense was already in control and the lesd went to 26-14 for Malden at halftime. After three quarters played Malden led, 42-32. *** Malden was back in action last night, after press deadline, on the road for a 7:00 p.m. road game at Woburn High. Next week, Malden plays Burlington in the fi rst round of the Tewksbury Christmas Tournament at 5:00 p.m., Tewksbury High School on Tuesday, December 27. Host Tewksbury plays Masconomet Regional at 7:00 p.m. The consolation and championship games are on Wednesday, December 28 at Tewksbury High. Everett is off until Wednesday, December 28 when they travel to take J.E. Burke High School of Dorchester at 12 noon. **** GOING TO OVERTIME— In case anyone's wondering, the Malden-Everett rematch at Everett High is scheduled for Tuesday, January 24 at 7:00 p.m. .... In an odd statistic, only four players total scored for Everett, only six for Malden.... Both teams, Malden and Everett. had their respective football quarterbacks on their rosters, senior Karmarri Ellerbe for Everett and sophomore Aidan Brett for Malden. community partners in this collaborative eff ort and look forward seeing these best practices put to work.” Recognizing the power of sports to drive social change, and in response to a rise in reported hate-based and hazing incidents across Massachusetts, the conference is part of an initiative the AG’s Office launched with educational orcollective communities.” “This is an important juncture for our state in addressing and preventing hate incidents in school sports,” said Conefrey, who is member of the MIAA Board of Directors. “This call to action is a major step in developing the tools necessary to change and strengthen the cultures of student-athletes and athletic programs that need resources to do so.” “Sports are an important piece of school life, whether you’re an athlete or sitting in the stands,” said Elementary and Secondary Education Commissioner Jeffrey C. Riley. “Sports teams and events should be places where everyone feels welcome and respected, and I hope that this conference will empower schools and athletic offi cials to build a more positive culture for our students.” “MIAA and MSAA are committed to providing the support and resources our members need to promote behaviors that instill respect for self, team, opponents, officials, rules and the game itself,” said MIAA/MSAA Executive Director Robert Baldwin. “We are excited to be working with the Attorney General’s Offi ce and other partners to utilize the collective power of positive infl uence to help student athletes and teacher-coaches serve as role models to empower ALL participants in the process of positive decision making. When teacher-coaches, student athletes, and game offi cials choose the privilege of participating in interscholastic athletics, they assume the responsibility for right action,” Baldwin added. ~ LEGAL NOTICE ~ NOTICE OF FUNDING AVAILABILITY (NOFA) American Rescue Plan Act Funds Available for Vacant Property Acquisitions NOFA RELEASED: QUESTIONS DUE: ADDENDUMRELEASED: APPLICATIONS DUE: APPLICATION OPENING: DECEMBER 28, 2022 AT 10:00 A.M. JANUARY 23, 2023 AT 10:00 A.M. JANUARY 23, 2023 AT 4:00 P.M. JANUARY 30, 2023 AT 10:00 A.M. JANUARY 30, 2023 AT 10:00 A.M. DELIVER SEALED APPLICATIONS TO: Malden Redevelopment Authority 215 Pleasant Street, Third Floor Malden, MA 02148 The City ofMalden has received $45.7 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Local Fiscal Recovery funds and has granted $2 million to the Malden Redevelopment Authority (MRA) to acquire, rehabilitate, and sell vacant properties as affordable homes to income-eligible households. 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