Page 2 Advocate Newspapers Holiday Office Schedule Notice The Advocate Newspapers will observe a holiday closure hd from December 29, 2025, through January 2, 2026. Our next editions will be published on Friday, January 9, 2026. During this period, our office will be open intermittently, and all voicemail messages and emails will be monitored and responded to in a timely manner. For questions, legal notices, or advertising submissions for the January 9 publications, please contact us at 781-286-8500 or Jmitchell@advocatenews.net We extend our sincere appreciation to our readers and advertisers and wish you a happy holiday season and a safe, healthy, and prosperous New Year. Thank you for your continued support. — James D. Mitchell, President/Publisher RevereTV Spotlight G et in the holiday spirit by tuning in to replays of this year’s Annual Robert A. Marra Memorial Sounds of Christmas Concert! This event featured the North Shore Philharmonic Orchestra performing classic holiday songs, accompanied by a live singer. Attendees were asked to bring a nonperishable food item to donate to the Revere Food Pantry. Replays of this year’s concert will be scheduled on the Community Channel throughout the New Year along with a full marathon of past Sounds of Christmas concerts on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Watch the RTV Community ChanRevereTV | SEE Page 14 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2025 FAMILY | FROM Page 1 nition of public service within the same historic chamber. While the plaque reflects two years of service on the City Council, Councillor Chris Giannino’s commitment to the City of Revere spans more than three decades, including his service as a Revere Police Sergeant and his continued dedication to residents and the community. “Being in the Council Chamber for this recognition was incredibly meaningful,” said State Representative Jessica Giannino. “Public service is a responsibility my family has taken seriously for generations. Sitting in that room, surrounded by history, was a reminder of the trust our community places in those who serve and the importance of honoring that commitment every day.” Councilor Chris Giannino refl ected on the honor and the signifi cance of service beyond titles or timelines. “This recognition is truly LOTTERY | FROM Page 1 the districts. Skwierawski said the three options on the table more than double the number of students within one mile of a middle school. Under the current middle school lottery system, 442 students live more Pictured from left to right, Joseph Giannino, City Councillor Chris Giannino and State Rep. Jessica Giannino. humbling,” said Councillor Chris Giannino. “Serving this city has never been about recognition—it has always been about showing up, listening, and doing the work for the people who call this community home.” Former City Councillor Joe Giannino, whose name also appears on the family plaque, emphasized the continuity of service across generations. “Public service has always been about giving back to the city that gave us so much,” said than two miles from school, but under the new neighborhood school design there will be fewer than 100 students two miles out. Skwierawski said demographic, ethnic and academic data was analyzed to ensure the city’s middle school former City Councillor Joe Giannino. “Seeing our family’s shared commitment refl ected in the Council Chamber is a powerful reminder that service doesn’t end when a term does—it carries forward through example, values, and dedication to community.” The recognition underscores a longstanding tradition of civic engagement within the Giannino family and highlights the enduring impact of public service at both the local and state levels. program was fair and equitable. The one area that showed disproportionate percentages was related to students who fall into the category of English Language Learners. Under the new options, 42 percent of the students at Garfi eld will be ELL students, 33 percent at Rumney Marsh and 24 percent at Susan B. Anthony. “The data is preliminary,” said Skwierawski. “We are working to make sure districts are accurate…We will have schools that look like our neighborhoods, which look like our city.” Mayor Patrick Keefe, chairman of the School Committee, said not everyone will be happy with the new middle school districts. “There will always be fi ve people who are not happy and whose lives are being upended by the change.” But Keefe stressed the committee needs to do what’s best for most students. Dr. Kelly said the School Department will host an evening event to hear from parents about the options during the fi rst or second week in January. Skwierawski hopes to present the fi nalized options to the committee in January for a vote.
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