Peacham School Report

2008 has been somewhat of a transition year for Peacham schools.

Shake-ups came in the form of several resignations. The community lost three teachers they past year. Kathy Renfrew, a 5th and 6th grade teacher, music teacher Janet Edmondson, physical education teacher Jean MacDonald have since left the school. But, replacements have been found. Dawnna chase will serve as the new 5th and 6th grade teacher, Mary Beth Nolan will become the new music teacher, and Gina Ostrander will be the new physical education instructor.

The school also two administrative personell. Administrative assistant Martha Evangelista will no longer be with the school. Peacham elementary school principal Wendy Olcott announced that she will leave her position at the end of the school year. There is currently an exploratory committee searching for a replacement.

It seems that, even in these troubled economic times, education is still of vital importance to the residents of Peacham. Overall, the budget has seen an increase compared to previous years. Although some items saw a small decrease, almost all programs saw an increase in funds, or at the least, no deductions.