Should You Consider Bullet Voting?
Bullet voting gives Marbleheaders the option, if they so choose, of only selecting candidates who truly represent their beliefs and goals and leaving some of those available slots blank.
Marblehead Beacon Teacher Appreciation Week Concludes
Marblehead Beacon's teacher appreciation week effort has concluded, with more than a dozen excellent educators nominated
Natalie Belli: “Years later, my kids still tell stories about what they learned in Mrs. Belli’s class"
Well known for her sometimes unorthodox teaching style, Belli truly engages her students in meaningful conversations and encourages them to delve into thought-provoking ideas.
Michael Giardi: “He Puts His All Into Teaching”
Michael Giardi, Marblehead High School math department head and three sport coach "puts his all into teaching"
Sara Berkowitz: “A Friend to All Those Who Come Through Her Doors”
The second featured teacher is Sara Berkowitz, "a friend to all those who come through her doors"
Candice Sliney: "A True Professional With Insight, Knowledge, and Fairness"
The first of our Teacher Appreciation Week profiles was described by the individual who nominated her as having "insight, knowledge, and fairness."
First Candidate for School Committee Announces Campaign
Karen Tal-Makhluf became the first Marblehead resident to announce her candidacy for the Marblehead School Committee
Robert Dillon: Born to Teach
High-rise window washer, construction worker, fencer, and most recently, Marblehead High School English teacher, Robert Dillon has truly seen it all
Select Board Approves ‘Dangerous Dog’ Determination for Nala
Marblehead's Select Board has approved Thatcher Kezer's recommendation for Nala
School Committee Proposes Override, Expresses Discontent with Town Financial Management
At the School Committee meeting on Thursday, March 2, 2023, much of the discussio
Will DEI Be a Central Focus of High School Principal Search Committee?
According to the job posting, Innovation, Vision, and an emphasis on DEI are all qualities of an ideal MHS principal
Marblehead Dog Nala Designated "Dangerous" at Hearing
At today's hearing, Town Administrator Thatcher Kezer III elected to deem Marblehead Dog Nala "dangerous"
Dangerousness Hearing Scheduled for Marblehead Dog
Marblehead's Thatcher Kezer will preside over a hearing to determine the future of a Marblehead dog with an alleged violent history.
Three Drop Out, Seven Remaining School Committee Candidates to be Interviewed Monday Night
With Jennifer Brennan, Joseph Patuleia, and Laurence Winer no longer in contention for the open School Committee seat, seven remaining candidates will be interviewed during a joint session of the Select Board and the School Committee scheduled for 7pm on Monday evening, January 23, 2023, at Abbot Hall and online.
Marblehead's Educational Outcomes vs. Comparable Districts: Part III
For the final piece of Marblehead Beacon’s multi-part series evaluating Marblehead’s MCAS performance, the focus is on exploring underlying financial and population-based statistics for Marblehead as well as the previously-established comparable communities.
Marblehead Spends More Per Student But Pays Teachers Less Than Most Comparable Towns
The Marblehead Public School district pays teachers less than nearly every comparable district but spends more per student and has the lowest student/teacher ratio.
Marblehead High School Fall Athletics Season Over
Every single team that competed this season reached the playoffs, with the boys cross country team winning the Massachusetts Division 1C state title.
Marblehead Schools Second to Last Against Comparable Districts
Marblehead Public Schools' MCAS scores suggest that the district schools are underperforming all of its comparable towns except for Swampscott.
Introducing Marblehead Beacon’s Multi-Part Series: Focus on Our Schools
What happens when we compare Marblehead to a range of comparable and aspirational communities in terms of student-teacher ratios, expenditures per student, teacher pay, enrollment trends, and academic outcomes?
Educational Philosophy and Leveled Classes: Part II of Conversation with School Leaders
Superintendent John Buckey and Assistant Superintendent Nan Murphy spoke to Marblehead Beacon about their philosophy regarding leveled classes
Marblehead School Committee Seeks Applicants for Vacant Seat
Individuals interested in being considered should send a cover letter and a detailed resume by Wednesday, November 30, 2022 at 4 PM
Forum Participants Support ADUs for Affordable Housing and Diversity
On Tuesday, November 15, 2022, the Marblehead Planning Board held an online public forum to receive community input on a proposal to allow Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) to be constructed in town
Marblehead Planning Board Emphasizes Need for Community Input on ADUs
Marbleheaders will have the opportunity to provide feedback during a public forum scheduled for Tuesday, November 15, 2022 from 6:30 to 7:30pm.
Girls Volleyball Finishes Season with Just Four Losses
Marblehead High School's girls volleyball team finished their season with a record of 15-4.
Boys Varsity Soccer Ends Season 9-7-3
Marblehead High School's boys soccer team ended its season with 9 wins, 7 losses, and 3 ties.
Marblehead Introduces New K-6 Report Card System: “It came from teachers”
Marblehead Beacon met with Superintendent John Buckey and Assistant Superintendent Nan Murphy to discuss the new K-6 grading system
MHS Varsity Boys Soccer Ends Winless Streak in Victory over Salem
Marblehead High School Varsity Soccer Team ends five game winless streak after decisive 3-0 victory over Salem.
Marblehead Varsity Volleyball now 8-2 After Beverly Victory
Marblehead’s varsity volleyball team has won eight and lost two of their matches this season, achieving a record that places them at the number 42 spot in Massachusetts and 13th in their division.
MHS Implements New Security, Cell Phone, Attendance Policies
Administrators place greater emphasis on student behavior and safety
MHS Girls Varsity Soccer Team Now 3-2-1
The Marblehead High School Girls Varsity soccer team off to strong start to Fall athletic season, winning both of their last two games.
Jewish Community Plans Rally in Response to Anti-Semitic Incident This Weekend
Rally to be held this evening, September 14, 2022, beginning at 6 PM in front of Saugus Town Hall, 298 Central Street, Saugus
MHS Varsity Volleyball Team Wins Against Reigning NEC Champions
The MHS Varsity Volleyball team won against Peabody, the reigning NEC champions, on Tuesday, September 13, 2022, as they start off their first three games with two wins and one loss.
Marblehead Varsity Boys Soccer Team Off to Great Start
Marblehead Varsity Boys Soccer team off to great start as they win their first three games.
Massachusetts Boys State: A Life-Changing Experience
Massachusetts Boys State is a program ran by the American Legion. It takes place over the course of a week, and is free of charge to its participants. The program simulates democracy in an effort to teach about civic duty and government.
Amanda Murphy: "I Hate the Golden Rule"
Amanda Murphy, the principal at the Village School, sat down for an interview with the Marblehead Beacon. Learn more about this amazing Village School administrator!
The Cartwheeling Principal: Daniel Bauer
Daniel Bauer is well known in Marblehead for his upbeat personality and attentiveness to his job. Learn more about the amazing Marblehead High School Principal.
Exactly what is Proposition 2 1/2?
We've heard so much about overriding Proposition 2 1/2 with regard to the questions on this year's ballot, but what does that actually mean and what is Proposition 2 1/2?
After AG Disciplinary Ruling, Board of Health Faces New Complaint
In the wake of an Open Meeting Law violation, a new complaint has been filed with the Town of Marblehead for additional Board of Health violations, and Elizabeth Lydon, the Special Town Counsel, requested an extension to respond to the complaint.
Marblehead Voices Opinions on Transfer Station Hours
As regular Marblehead Beacon readers are likely aware, we recently conducted a poll regarding Transfer Station hours. The poll received more than 300 responses, and the percentage breakdown for each option is deatiled in this article.
Marblehead's All Star 8 Year Olds Win State Baseball Championship
Last Wednesday, June 13, 2022 Marblehead’s All-Star Team won the Eastern Massachusetts State Championship.
Marblehead’s Reaction to SCOTUS Abortion Ruling
Marblehead citizens voice their concerns with the overturning of Roe v. Wade
School Committee Meeting - New Chair and Vice Chair Named
Sarah Fox and Emily Barron take on new roles. Alison Taylor participates in her first meeting.
Principal Sean Satterfield: 24 Years Spent Serving Marblehead
“The staff don’t work for me, I work with them,” is how Principal Sean Satterfield summed up his approach to his role as principal.
LAX Coach John Wilkens: 21 Years Spotting and Nurturing Talent
Marblehead High School (MHS) is home to many noteworthy athletic teams.
Marblehead Beacon Candidate Profiles
Marblehead Beacon reached out to all available candidates for local elections
Fifth Time’s a Charm…or Is It?
New leaf blower ban implemented at Town Meeting
MHS Class of 2022 Graduates!
Last Friday, June 3rd, the Marblehead High School Class of 2022 celebrated graduation at Piper Field
Jared Lederman
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2 years 10 monthsjared@marbleheadbeacon.com
Jared is currently a freshman studying applied economics and management at Cornell University. He is currently on leave from Marblehead Beacon as he pursues his bachelor's degree.
He has lived in Marblehead for his entire life, and has always maintained an interest in the town’s local government. His other interests include national current events and politics as well as photo and video production and post processing. He is also proficient in multiple programming languages and is interested in 3D modeling and printing. He recently taught an introductory 3D printing class at the Abbot Public Library for students in grades four through six. He is additionally involved in the Marblehead High School Math Team is serving as the club’s captain for the current school year.
Jared has been involved in news production since his freshman year of high school through his involvement in school newspaper both as a writer and a photographer. This was his first opportunity to report on the news, and his positive experience sparked an interest that led to his involvement in Marblehead Beacon.
Another of his major interests is in all aspects of soccer. He has been playing for more than 10 years and began refereeing for Marblehead Youth Soccer in 2016. He has been involved with the program ever since, including playing varsity soccer at Marblehead High School and serving as a coach for a team of seventh and eighth graders who made it to the regional finals.
