Superintendent Michael S. Nelson and Principal Stephanie Wells are pleased to share that author David A. Kelly visited Old Hammondtown School last week to speak with fourth and fifth graders about writing and creativity.             Kelly, the author of the popular “Ballpark Mysteries” series, spoke candidly about his early frustration with writing and how learning […] Read more »

            With additional funding in hand, Center School teacher Carolyn Pawlishen sought additional ways to engage and empower her second- and third-grade reading students. She wanted tools that would help them overcome challenges with phonics and build the foundational skills they need to become confident readers.             Based on a body of research known as […] Read more »

 Superintendent Roger D. Forget is thrilled to announce that Upper Cape Cod Regional Technical School has been awarded a $400,000 Skills Capital Grant for its Culinary Arts Program. The funding will support the purchase and installation of state-of-the-art technology and equipment to enhance hands-on learning for students.             On October 20, 2025, the Healy-Driscoll Administration […] Read more »

The Old Rochester Regional High School football team played at Wilmington (6-2) in the MIAA Division 6 state tournament Round of 16 on November 7 and won 47-39 in a triple-overtime thriller. The Bulldogs entered as heavy underdogs, as they were the 13th seed and Wilmington was the fourth.             Quarterback Connor Nelson scored three […] Read more »

The Old Rochester Regional School District and MA Superintendency Union #55 recently launched the enVision Math Program at four elementary schools during an informative event and celebration for families.             The school system announced enVision as the new math program at Center, Old Hammondtown, Rochester Memorial, and Sippican elementary schools.             Families and students gathered […] Read more »

Save the date. Join us for the Annual ORR Unified vs. Tri-Town Police Basketball Fundraiser on Tuesday, November 18 at 6:00 pm. ORRHS Gym, tip-off is at 6pm Cost is $10 for Adults, $5 for students. There will be a concession stand and raffle for Celtics ticket. All proceeds benefit Unified Sports. Read more »

Upper Cape Cod Regional Technical School will host an 8th Grade Open House on Saturday, October 4, from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. All 8th grade students residing in Bourne, Falmouth, Marion, Sandwich, and Wareham are invited to attend with their parents/guardians.             There will be academic and technical program presentations as well as information […] Read more »

Southern New Hampshire University congratulates Samantha Grasso of Marion and Stephen Sauerbrey of Marion on being named to the Summer 2025 President’s List. The summer terms run from May to August.             College of the Holy Cross congratulates Failenn Fitzpatrick, of Marion, Class of 2027, Joel Michaud, of Mattapoisett, Class of 2025, and Laura Pardo, […] Read more »

The University of Rhode Island celebrated its newest alumni during the University’s 2025 Commencement on May 16-18, 2025, including:             –Andrew Coucci of Mattapoisett, graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Finance.             –Mariana Ditata of Rochester, graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences.             […] Read more »

Superintendent Michael S. Nelson is pleased to announce that Sarah George has been appointed as the new Human Resources Manager for the Old Rochester Regional School District and the MA Superintendency Union #55, effective August 25.             George graduated from Arizona State University with a Bachelor of Science in Human Resources Management and has spent […] Read more »