00:00:00 In this section of the board meeting, Mr. Messina shares a little-known story about the Abolitionist John Quincy Adams in honor of Black History Month, highlighting the importance of persistence and determination in the fight against injustice. Despite facing a pro-slavery Congress, Adams continued to bring petition after petition, bill after bill, to end slavery, earning him the nickname “hellhound of slavery.” Although he never saw the end of slavery in his lifetime, he served as a mentor to a young man who would go on to continue the fight against slavery and ultimately become a pallbearer at Adam’s funeral. …
Saugus Union School District Meeting February 14, 2023
00:00:00 Victoria Lim from Bridgeport Elementary School was awarded the “Caring Student Award” at the Saugus Union School District meeting on February 14, 2023. Leone from Cedar Creek Elementary School won the “Academic Scholar Award” and Logan from Helmer Elementary School was awarded the “Caring Citizen Award.” 00:05:00 The video features clips of Saugus Union School District students describing the qualities that make them special. One student is congratulated for being a genuine friend to others. Another student is congratulated for being kind and caring. 00:10:00 These students are being recognized for their compassionate and caring behavior. Julian, Melanie, Abram, Adelia, Herschel, Lucas, …