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So, don't ever forget that. And you remind us of of, you know, why we do this work. Um, and every time you're sitting there telling us all this information, it gives us that, you know, insider look on what's happening at the CHS and not just CHS. And clearly to Miss Fitzgerald's point, you know, you're expanding and you're spreading uh and you're you're modeling what it is to be that novel that really the citizen we want to see, right? Um, so I'm incredibly proud of both of you um and all that you have accomplished. And like I said, it's been a pleasure to watch you grow as leaders and I have no doubt that you're going to make such a positive impact um in the future. So congratulations. Um and I think we need a photo op here, Dr. Solen. Thank you for the >> We're hugging for this.
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that that tells you that as we're looking at those students that dual language helps, the support that they were given helps, and it really they're they're out outscoring other students. So, as we look at math, we'll see a very similar pattern. Now, not surprisingly, again, we're we're working through that language proficiency. So, if you're currently an English learner, you'll have that that you're still working through because I got to tell you, math was hard not because of the numbers, but because of the words and how those words sometimes didn't make a whole lot of sense. So, as we're looking at this, it is it is for me very proud to say that when you're looking at all students and you're looking at English learners in this district, you can see that we're side by side. That's that's very unique to our system. We have very supportive counselors that are assigned to English learners that are there to support families even when students are reclassified.
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Any discussion? >> I move to amend and nominate Michael. >> I think I know how it's going to go, but um I I feel like I have to. He's a wonderful uh leader and I think no offense Sandy, but I I think Michael has a little bit more of what we need right now, but I know he'll do an excellent job if elected. Um but I stand by what I said before. >> Is there a second? >> Second. >> Okay, >> I think we can move right.
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Recipients of this prestigious award are active in the school community. They are in good academic standing and they possess the following qualities. Altruism character, diligence, integrity, and loyalty. I would now ask the following two students to come forward and receive this special recognition. Sebastian Hassar and Nora Olsen. Congratulations, Nora and Sebastian. Before I begin my remarks to present to the class, I'd like to give a a quick thanks to the many people who have made this evening possible. like to thank Sean McGee, Dean Boen, Chris Hendris, Elliot Lucil, Joe Grusk, Nick Grout, all of our student volunteers, and in one person in particular who has been working on graduation since October, my administrative assistant, Katie Graham. Katie, thank you so much. Good evening, family, friends, faculty, and the class of 2026. Tonight, we gather to celebrate a truly remarkable group of individuals, the class of 2026.
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Lots of things to close. Um, our next item of business, we're going to move into um our presentation. So, if Mr. Hanlin, will you do the honor, sir? >> Good evening, everyone. And I'm very pleased to uh present two more students from Cheshire High School this evening. Both our saludiatoran and validictorian of the Cheshire High School class of 2026 to the board of education. And while I've been at CHS during uh part of their junior and senior years, I actually have a connection to both of these students in my previous role as preK8 uh curriculum coordinator. both sought to take advanced coursework in their upper elementary and middle school years, which we approve quite sparingly. But for example, when their sixth grade discovery expo project is applying algebra 2 concepts to the movement of a solar array to maximize power for a device, you sometimes make exceptions.
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And even our long-term English learners that we know are still working through and struggling a little bit, we're still talking about a 1%. So, it's pretty awesome and we attribute that to the system. Now, our chronic absenteeism, this is something new to us. We usually don't see our numbers being a little bit low. I was like, "Okay, let's talk about this." So, we talked about it in DACA. And one of the things that they pointed out is that in our community, this has been a rough year in which many families had uncertainty about being out on the streets, being, you know, taking their kids to school or if they had to be at an appointment or something, um how they were going to get back to their family. So, we are um conscientious of that and really working towards making sure that they're aware that school is a safe place, that we want to make sure that they know that that they're welcome and that they'll be taken care of.
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>> Any discussion on the amendment? Michael, do you want to say any words or >> again I think I said everything at the outset and again I would just say this is unique time and it takes challenge for us to be able to look around and make certain that we're making it clear that everyone is welcome in the community that everyone has an opportunity to thrive and that everyone has a place to tape and that speaks for itself. >> Any other discussion? Otherwise, I will just a reminder Lena and I cannot vote on this. So, just to make sure everyone's clear, but um so we're now voting on the amendment for Michael to chair conquered. >> All in favor? >> I >> All oppose. >> I excuse me. >> Okay. Um so, the amendment did not pass. So, we're back to the original motion for Sandep.
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Over the past four years, you have demonstrated not only high academic achievement, but a spirit of intellectual curiosity, resilience, and empathy that has put you into schools and programs that will offer you endless opportunities. Once again, Dover Sherborn graduates will be attending programs all across our country as well as nations abroad. Dober Sherborn High School is a very challenging school. Your teachers have high expectations for your performance as well as your work ethic. While I'm sure you have all faced some academic adversity in your time at DS, this experience will serve you well next year and well into the future. As a school, we are tasked with developing and strengthening your critical thinking skills, expanding your overall understanding of the world, developing and fine-tuning your ability to write in a number of academic areas, as well as contemplate and solve challenging problems. As the student, you are responsible for developing a strong work ethic, balancing multiple school activities, and always putting forward your best work.
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Whatever brief remarks we give tonight will only capture a fraction of what these two students have accomplished and the impact they've had and will have. So, I'd like to begin by inviting our saludiatoran, Bradley Fang, up to the mic, up to the podium, please. Uh we are proud to recognize Bradley Fang as the class of 2026 saludiatoran. Bradley is an exceptional student, leader, and researcher whose efforts have distinguished him both inside and outside of the classroom, maintaining an incredible 4.8 GPA. He has pursued an extraordinarily rigorous course of study while earning national recognition in mathematics, research, leadership, and service. At Cheshire High School, Bradley has combined academic excellence with a strong commitment to student life. He has contributed to to student government, serving twice as class president. Last year, he played an important part in bringing back homecoming to CHS for the first time in more than 15 years, and continued to take a lead role in organizing this year's event.
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And so, a lot of the work that we're going to be doing this year is just to reiterate that message and make sure that they know that, you know, they're our kids and we want them there. they need to be there to learn. Um, suspension rate, it's a little bit higher, uh, a little bit lower, a little bit higher. But one of the things that I wanted to point out is when you're looking at those numbers, I believe it was a very small number of students that makes that difference because obviously we're looking at a much smaller number of students. But one of the things that when we're working through this is really putting systems in place to make sure that as they're coming up, we have some outlets if they're having or feeling some anxiety or anger that they have the ability to actually get their support regardless of if they have gather the language or not.
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Any final discussion? >> Can I say a couple of words? >> Of course. Great. >> So, like everyone at this table, um, I have a story that shapes how I see the world and those experiences give me a a particular lens on what it feels like to be included and what it feels like to earn trust rather than just to zoom in. I don't really fit into neatly 20 box. Uh, and I think that's an asset. I've had conversations with folks across this table, uh, folks with many community members, and I've listened. Many of those conversations were not easy. They were difficult. Uh, but I haven't let those conversations push away what I hold as my core belief, which is that we have a a school system that we can be genuinely proud of. And precisely because we're proud of it, we should hold it, continue to hold it to an extremely high standard.
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Can this be stressful? Yes, of course. But that is what life is all about. In order to achieve and to be successful, you have to step outside your comfort zone. Take academic risks and put in the necessary time to achieve positive results. Finding those moments where you can enjoy your family, your friends, and your passions will also be the key to a happy and successful life. You will have victories, setbacks, and challenges like everyone else in the world. How you respond will determine your happiness. Now, that does not mean being the absolute best at everything, but rather you should pursue what makes you happy. If you meet that goal, then you will be successful in life. Thus far, you have completed this initial hurdle. Continue to strive to be your best and look at life's challenges as opportunities. These opportunities will bring you to different places, different jobs, and different careers.
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Bradley is a varsity volleyball captain, an accomplished musician, a mentor to younger students through math league and link crew programs. He has helped establish and lead clubs like game theory club and a local branch of the alliance of youth leaders of United States and serves as the national mathematics committee chair for that alliance. Outside of CHS through Columbia University's networks lab, he has conducted advanced computer networking research serving as first author on a published Wi-Fi literature review and as a contributor to research on ongoing network congestion control and network fairness. Bradley plans to take a gap year to continue that kind of network and AI research through labs at Columbia University before pursuing his future academic goals. Bradley is joined this evening by his parents Amy Jiao and Tony Fang. Bradley, we congratulate you on being the Cheshire High School class of 2026 saludiatoran. Amazing.
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And so we have systems in place to provide mental health resources in in multiple languages. Now with that said, the other side of this and and I know you guys actually have been able to see it. So you know you you know where the pictures came from. You guys were there. um we had our Cinco de Marshall celebration and one of the things that um we're very proud to say is that now we're coming into um we're coming into third grade. Like it's crazy to think that these little kiddos have, you know, are building up into the system and then we are offering seventh and eighth grade classes and finally in high school we have Spanish and French. And our hope is that in this system we are going to have a TK through 12 program that will be able to meet students where they are in their language journey.
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And I believe in being, in the words of Dr. Carlos Hoy, a critical friend, honest, rigorous, and always acting in the interests of our schools and students. I've put in the work. As Andrew pointed out, I've been on the the financial audit committee, the the bias and hate supporting working group, the bargaining table. Uh I've shown it prepared. I have supported collective decisions and I do the unglamous work that's required for um it to be a successful committee. So that's not just a promise. It's it's a track record for what I've done in the last year. Whoever the committee chooses, I'm I'm committed to continuing that. >> Right. Thank you. Any other discussion? >> All right. Then all in favor of Sandep as chair of the conference school committee. I >> I'm gonna vote I too. >> Right. Opposed. >> All right. Um now nominations will be accepted and voted for vice chair of the conference school committee.
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The path is not a straight line, but rather is a series of curves that will teach you about yourself and what you want to be. Work hard, play hard, and enjoy this beautiful life. Congratulations, class of 2026. I am so very proud of each of you. Thank you. Superintendent McCoy, it is my pleasure to present the class of 2026. Would you please come forward to accept the class of 2026 by offering some parting words? Okay, I'm ready. Good evening, elected officials, parents, families, friends, educators, and graduates. Graduation speech 2026. Wow, that was fast. It feels like just yesterday I sat with all of you at kindergarten orientation thinking, "The class of 2026, that seems so far away." And here we are. Tonight, I have two messages to share. The first is a message of gratitude. As someone who both lives and works here, I have witnessed firsthand what makes the Dover Sherburn District so special.
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