Irish Leader Visits Normandin

Ireland's Sinn Fein leading member Pat Doherty visited Normandin Middle School on Friday March 15, 2013. He spoke to our eighth-graders from Pod 8-1 about the struggle for Northern Ireland's independence. Mr. Doherty took the time to answer ALL student questions and spent 1 on 1 time with students for more in-depth discussion after the event. The visit reflected a truly authentic way to bring our social studies curriculum to life, while learning first hand about another countries struggles for independence. We are very proud of our students and their ability to ask rigorous questions and participate in intelligent conversations with our guests. 

We would like to thank the following guests for taking the time to visit Normandin and particpate in this very special event:

• Mrs. Doherty
• School Committee members Dr. Fletcher & Dr. Finnerty
• Director of Mathematics Dr. Bonneau
• Director of Federal & State Funded Programs Mr. Andrew O'Leary

A special thank you to Mr. Donnelly for organizing the event, along with Pod 8-1 teachers Ms. Sanders, Mr. Rosen, Ms. Freitas and Ms. St. Amand! Ms. Hinkley and students did an awesome job setting up the library to model a true "town hall" venue. Thank you to Ms. Aubertine for providing a wonderful spread of food and home baked goodies for our guests. Our custodial team's efforts were unmatched in preparing for our guests-nice job.

Read more about the visit in the column by Mr. Steve Urbon here:  South Coast Today