SAUGUS Vol. 25, No. 20 Saugus’ only local news source!augus’ only local news source! -FREE- www.advocatenews.net Published Every Friday BOOKS IN BLOOM 781-233-4446 Friday, May 20, 2022 Supt. names Scituate principal to lead the Belmonte STEAM Academy By Mark E. Vogler S augus Public Schools Superintendent Erin McMahon this week named Dr. Rebecca Long — a veteran public school principal with experience in Scituate and Weymouth — to preside over efforts to improve academic achievement at the Belmonte STEAM Academy. “I believe Dr. Long is the best fi t for the Belmonte STEAM Academy and will play a key role in helping us raise the academic bar in Saugus,” McMahon said in a statement on the School Department’s website announcing Long’s hiring. “She not only has an extensive background in teaching and administrative roles but she also has a strong vision for communicating and is committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for all at the Belmonte,” the superintendent said. Dr. Long, who is currently the principal of the Jenkins Elementary School in Scituate, a position she has held for nearLOOKING BACK AT A SPRING CELEBRATION: Ruth Berg, a veteran director of the Saugus Garden Club, enjoyed participating in the “Books in Bloom” event back in 2019 — the last time it was hosted by the Saugus Public Library. The event, which is sponsored by the Saugus Garden Club and the New Friends of the Saugus Public Library, will be open to the public today (Friday, May 20) and tomorrow (Saturday, May 21). For more details, see this week’s “The Sounds of Saugus” inside. (Saugus Advocate photo by Mark E. Vogler) ~ Home of the Week ~ SAUGUS...Well maintained, family owned Split Entry Ranch boasting 10 rooms, 3-4 bedrooms, wall air conditioner open to dining room, large, eat-in kitchen leading to unique brick deck, master and summer kitchenette. Nice lot with inground pool surrounded by cement patio, replacement Great Family Home for the large or growing family!! View the interior of this home right on your smartphone. ASNGELO’ FULL SERVICE Regular Unleaded $4.659 Mid Unleaded $4.779 Super $4.959 Diesel Fuel $5.999 44 Years of Excellence!! 1978-2022 KERO $8.99 DEF $4.75 9 Diesel $5.799 9 HEATING OIL 24-Hour Burner Service Call for Current Price! DEF Available by Pump! Open an account and order online at: www.angelosoil.com (781) 231-3500 (781) 231-3003 367 LINCOLN A A Hours: Mon. - Tues. 6AM - 6PM / Thurs. & Fri. 6AM - 7PM / Sat. 7AM - 5PM / Sun. 9AM-1PM ly four years, will begin her new job on July 1, pending successful contract negotiations. She will replace Tracey Ragucci, who will be returning to the classroom for the 202223 school year. “We are thrilled she is remaining a part of the SPS community,” the superintendent said of Mrs. Ragucci’s plans in the school district. “Thank you to Mrs. Ragucci for her dedication to our students and steady leadership,” McMahon said. “It has been a challenging year working through the pandemic and overseeing the creation of the new STEAM academy for our upper elementary school students,” she said. “Meet & Greet” next month The superintendent says she plans to invite parents to a “Meet & Greet” with the new principal in the week of June 13. “I’m excited for this next chapter and am eager to welcome Dr. Long to the Belmonte community,” McMahon said. BELMONTE | SEE PAGE 4 Prices subject to change Ask about our Heating Oil Conditioner! FLEET
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