and teachers. Norwell addresses the nationwide teacher shortage with a strong induction and mentoring program. New teachers, whether novices or experienced veterans undergo a comprehensive orientation. “Our induction program starts with two full days in the summer where we take all new staff members and acclimate them to the district,” says Director of Teaching, Learning, and Technology Ms. Diane Provenzano. Each new teacher is paired with a mentor for three years, typically from their department, who provides ongoing support. This robust program has contributed to the district’s low turnover rate and high teacher satisfaction, which Provenzano confirms, saying “We have a regular turnover rate between 5% and 6% due to retirement, but generally, people don’t leave. These programs provide hands-on experiences, supported by resources from local families and businesses, ensuring students receive practical and relevant education in cutting-edge fields. Norwell’s World Language Program provides students with the opportunity to reach a sixth level in Latin, French, and Spanish, as well as two levels of Arabic. This unique offering in the area enables students to achieve high proficiency and access numerous scholarships. The district partners with Syracuse University to offer SUPA (Syracuse University Project Advance) courses, granting college language credits. This collaboration not only benefits students but also ensures that teachers are certified and follow a rigorous curriculum set by Syracuse University. This highlights a key aspect of Norwell’s strategy that sheds some light on its stellar performance; simply put, the system was designed to support students LUXURY PROPERTIES SPECIALIST Trust Norwell Real Estate Agent for over 10 years ...to be your Real Estate Expert A NORWELL LOCAL... Norwell resident for over 25 years My boys attended all Norwell schools Husband was the youth lacrosse coach for 8 years Sold the highest priced home in Norwell at $3.4 million 617.413.6122 Check out my website for recent sales & testimonials at Stephani.Dromeshauser.raveis.com 400 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 05, ISSUE 07
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