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Salem State Announces 31 Swampscott Students Named to Dean’s List

Monica SagerJuly 22, 2026July 23, 202601 mins

Salem State University announced that 31 students from Swampscott made the Dean’s List for the spring 2026 semester. To make the Dean’s List, full-time students must attain a minimum grade…

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After First Year, Calichman Says Swampscott Schools Are Moving Forward

Monica SagerJuly 3, 2026July 4, 202605 mins

One year into his tenure as superintendent, Jason Calichman says the job has been “wonderful.” Calichman became the Swampscott School District’s superintendent July 1 last year, following Pamela Angelakis’ retirement….

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Former Media Student Helping Improve Athletic Broadcasts

Brendan CassidyJuly 2, 2026July 3, 202603 mins

Ethan Runstadler was one of the many college students who were forced to abruptly return home to Swampscott when the COVID-19 pandemic hit in 2020. However, returning home presented an…

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Swampscott High Principal Emilly Zotto Reflects on First Year, Looks Ahead

Monica SagerJuly 2, 2026July 3, 202605 mins

Swampscott High School Principal Emily Zotto has completed her first year in the role, saying she was “truly taken away and delighted” by the experience. “In the most positive way,…

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Jessica Minter Looks Back on Year 1 at Swampscott Middle School, Plans for What’s Next

Monica SagerJuly 1, 2026July 2, 202604 mins

Swampscott Middle School Principal Jessica Minter has completed her first year in the role, which she called “ a big success.” “Part of me taking on this big role knew…

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Swampscott High School Adds Media Arts and Communication Career Pathway

Monica SagerJune 19, 2026June 22, 202603 mins

Swampscott High School will officially offer a third Innovation Career Pathway for students seeking a hands-on learning experience in media arts and communication. Innovation Career Pathways is a state-funded initiative…

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Fourth Graders Celebrate End of Elementary School in Step-Up Ceremony

Monica SagerJune 18, 2026June 18, 202602 mins

There were smiles, cheers, and a few tears at Swampscott Elementary School’s moving up ceremony as fourth graders celebrated the end of their elementary school years and looked ahead to…

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Middle School Grads Walk Across Stage into High School Chapter

Brendan CassidyJune 18, 2026June 18, 202603 mins

Swampscott High School’s graduating class of 2030 heard their names called on Wednesday as they walked across the school’s stage to celebrate the end of their four-year journey through middle…

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Elementary and Middle School Students Gain Ground in ELA, Math

Brendan CassidyJune 12, 2026June 15, 202602 mins

Swampscott Public Schools Director of Teaching and Learning Sarah Kent gave an update on the state of the department at Thursday’s School Committee meeting, covering development programs for teachers, progress…

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Retiring Teachers Honored for Impact on Students and School Community

Brendan CassidyJune 11, 2026June 13, 202603 mins

Six departing educators were honored at Thursday’s Swampscott School Committee meeting as the school year winds down and their retirement begins. The retirements span all three levels of the district…

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