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Bishop seeks community input as part of first-year plan

Superintendent Evan Bishop (white shirt) stands among the senior class prior to the first day of school on Aug. 27. PHOTO/JERRY SPAR

Hopkinton Public Schools Superintendent Evan Bishop is looking for community feedback as he begins his first school year in the role.

“As I begin my tenure as Superintendent of the Hopkinton Public Schools, I am eager to listen and learn from you,” Bishop stated in an entry survey set up on Google Forms. “Your perspectives are essential in helping me gain a clear understanding of what is working well, where we can continue to grow, and what our community values most as we plan for the future.”

The survey seeks input on how district families and community members feel about the state of the school system, areas of high priority for the district and where the superintendent can make the highest impact.

Bishop, who started in July following the retirement of former Superintendent Carol Cavanaugh, initiated the survey as part of his goals for his first year in his new position. His entry plan, he told the School Committee in early September, is being undertaken with a “listening lens.” The goal is to understand the school district’s strengths, challenges and opportunities with a data-driven approach.

“Hopkinton has a proud tradition of excellence,” Bishop stated in an email, “and I want to make sure our next steps are shaped by the voices who know this district best — our community.”

He emphasized the importance of hearing from a wide variety of stakeholders in the community. “Every perspective matters as we work together to build the best possible future for our students and schools,” he stated.

The survey will remain open for responses until Nov. 1.

— NICK SCHOFIELD

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