What People Are Saying

 

Scott & Betsy Wilson - Letter To The Editor - April 5, 2010
We encourage the voters of Tewksbury to support Krissy Polimeno for School Committee. We have no doubt that everyone wants our children to have the opportunity to receive the best public education possible. The real question to consider is this: Which candidate is best able to make that a reality? Who will make the best contribution to that process? The combination of Krissy Polimeno's work ethic, positive energy, honesty, educational experience, business experience and absolute dedication to our children and our town make Krissy Polimeno far and away the best candidate for School Committee. Krissy is an exceptional person, and she will do an outstanding job for our schools. 

Being a member of the School Committee is no easy task. We are living in difficult times. There is no quick, easy fix for the problems and challenges that our town faces, but we must look for positive ways to provide a quality education for all children in Tewksbury . The impact of School Committee decisions is felt directly by our students, parents, teachers, tax-payers and all residents of Tewksbury . We need someone who is up to the challenge of making the best decisions for all. We need someone who will do the research, use their knowledge, ask questions and then make the best possible decision for our community. Krissy is that person! 

Krissy has unmatched energy and passion. She dedicates her time to getting more people engaged in the process and working as a team to keep things moving in the right direction. She looks for the positive solutions in a situation and moves forward, not backward. Krissy's goal is to make things better. She is a realist who is cognizant of today's current financial constraints, but she will not waste time with excuses or asking "what if?" She has a can-do attitude and spends her time and energy working to make things better. She isn't looking for accolades or a pat on the back, and she is not seeking office for her own personal gain. Her objective is clear and simple: Krissy wants our community and our schools to be the best they can be. She wants to provide the best educational opportunities for our children. We need a person of integrity, with the right background, to make informed decisions and have the backbone to stand up for what she believes in. Krissy is that person.  She has the stamina to keep moving forward when things get difficult as she is in it for the long haul.

We have worked with Krissy as a basketball coach, community activist, parent and friend, and have witnessed the enormous energy she puts into everything she does. Krissy knows how to bring people together and get them working for solutions.  Our town needs Krissy Polimeno! Krissy is a strong person who is not afraid to make difficult decisions in an honest, straight-forward and respectful manner. Krissy is a person of action and has incredible integrity. These are qualities we want in the person representing us and our children as they progress through the Tewksbury School System. Please vote for Krissy Polimeno for School Committee this Saturday April 10.

 

Loretta and Dan Ryan - Letter To The Editor - April 5, 2010
There is a sense of change in the air in the town of Tewksbury. Members of the community are looking for new ideas, fresh perspective and a greater sense of community within our town. Krissy Polimeno will bring that and more to the School Committee. A vote for Krissy Polimeno for School Committee is a step in the right direction for Tewksbury.

We whole-heartedly support Krissy Polimeno for School Committee. I have had the pleasure of working closely with Krissy on the Dewing PAC.  Her leadership is evident to all who have had the privilege of working with her.  She is equally accessible to parents, staff, administration, co-workers and community members. She is a successful leader.  Whether it is volunteering for a hands-on classroom event, any one of many Family nights at the Dewing, or supporting a community service project, she is there to help and support the effort.  Krissy’s commitment to the children and the school system is evident in that she is always eager to brainstorm, coordinate and put into action an idea that will benefit and enhance our children’s school experience.

Krissy understands and appreciates the value of collaboration, a necessary ingredient in the running of any successful board. Her background in education will support her ability to make intelligent, appropriate decisions, to weigh carefully the options available and arrive at the choices that will benefit all members of our community. As parents of children who attend Tewksbury Public Schools, we have a personal stake in the Tewksbury Public Schools.  We want our children to receive the absolute best possible education.  As homeowners and taxpayers in Tewksbury, we want to be proud of our community and to make Tewksbury an attractive community.  Our property values are dependent upon making Tewksbury an attractive community, a place people want to come to live and raise their families.

With that said, it is our responsibility to elect the most qualified candidate to the School Committee.  Krissy is fully committed to our schools and the future of our community. Join us in casting a Vote for Krissy Polimeno, School Committee, on April 10^th .

 

Jim and Kelly Wentworth - Letter To The Editor - April 5, 2010
“Teamwork is the ability to work together toward a common vision; the ability to direct individual accomplishment toward organizational objectives. It is the fuel that allows common people to attain uncommon results.” – Andrew Carnegie

 Our great community of Tewksbury deserves leaders who are committed to working together toward a common goal; making the town of Tewksbury an incredible place to live. We have taken a significant step toward accomplishing this goal by coming together to approve the funding of our new high school. Now, we have the opportunity to choose two new members for our School Committee. Our commitment to the education of our children has been demonstrated in both this new high school as well as our new Town Manager's budget which increases the allocation to the schools by over $1 Million. We need to feel confident that our School Committee will leverage our tax dollars to maximize the educational opportunities for our children and the children of our fellow Tewksbury residents.

For this reason, we are supporting Krissy Polimeno for one of the open positions on the School Committee. Although Krissy has significant experience as a leader in various roles in our current school system, we are most impressed with her private sector experience. In addition to her education degree and teaching experience, Krissy brings her experience from the private sector where she was responsible for staffing, negotiations, implementing new processes, working within the constraints of defined budgets, and producing results. These are all of the qualifications that we support in our next school committee member.

We are fellow parents of children in Tewksbury schools and have experienced, first-hand, the leadership and dedication Krissy brings to our school system.  Krissy has led the Dewing PAC as our chairperson and has impacted our community in such a positive way.  As chairperson, she keeps the PAC meetings running smoothly, keeping everyone on task.  Krissy is extremely approachable and welcomes all ideas that are brought to her attention. Communication between the PAC, the committee heads, the staff and the parents are professional and we have been so thrilled to have Krissy leading our Parent Council.

Because of Krissy's passion, expertise and commitment to our schools, we are supporting her for one of the positions on the school committee. Our community will greatly benefit from her skills and dedication and we encourage you to cast one of your votes for Krissy on April 10th.

 

Mary and Brian Aylward - Letter To The Editor - April 4, 2010
Tewksbury residents will be asked to vote for two new School Committee members in the upcoming town election on April 10th. We are suggesting that you consider casting your two votes for Krissy Polimeno and Joe Russell as the two best candidates for the job.

We are losing the two most experienced members of the board with the resignation of both Dennis Peterson and Rick O’Neill. This leaves the board with two members having only 1 year experience, and 1 member with 2 years experience to work with a brand new School Superintendent. We need to consider bringing in a School Committee veteran to balance out this new and inexperienced board. Joe Russell has previously served on the School Committee for 6 years. He has been through the budget process six times, understands how the budget process works and has experience working with the School Business Department, Town Manager, as well as the Board of Selectman and the Finance Committee. This experience will prove to be invaluable with the upcoming budget process and teacher contract negotiations. Joe’s membership on the High School Building Committee will also serve us well as we build a new High School over the next few years. Beyond his experience, there has not been a member of the school committee that has attended more student focused events during their tenure on the board. Joe cares about the kids. Joe is a hard-working, trustworthy person who will make decisions based on what is right for the children of Tewksbury.

Krissy Polimeno will be an excellent contributor to the School Committee. Krissy has both the education and business background necessary to bring informed decision making to the board. Krissy has a degree in Education and has classroom teaching experience. She also has experience working in Human Resources at a medical technology company in which she managed budgets, made personnel decisions and negotiated salaries for employees. This experience will be critical in her role on the School Committee. Krissy is a team player who knows how to bring people together to get the job done. This has been clearly demonstrated in the many, many projects completed as chairperson of the Dewing School PAC, her work with various school and town committees, as well as her work with the Friends of the New Tewksbury High School. I know that Krissy will be a positive influence on the board and will work collaboratively with parents, teachers, administrators and other town departments to ensure that we are providing the best possible education for all children of Tewksbury.

Both of these candidates are first-class individuals that will conduct School Committee affairs fairly and with dignity. With four children that will be educated in Tewksbury Schools, I do not hesitate to support these two candidates and trust that they will make the right decisions for the benefit of all children in Tewksbury. Let’s build on the momentum that we gained by voting to build a new High School and continue to make Tewksbury a great place to educate all of our children. On Saturday April 10th, make sure you get out and cast your two votes for Polimeno and Russell.

 

Beth & Jay McFadyen - Letter To The Editor - April 3, 2010
As parents to four school-age children, we feel particularly invested in the selection of Tewksbury’s School Committee.  We are seeking a candidate who will strive for excellence in all areas of our educational programming and who, not only can develop both short-term goals and a long-range strategic plan, but can execute them as well.  Krissy Polimeno is that candidate. Simply stated, Krissy gets things done.  She has the skill set to transform a great idea into actions and results.  While balancing the demands of her own busy life, she continues to impress us with an outstanding level of organization, energy, and commitment to everything she holds dear.  The Tewksbury School System is clearly on the top of her list, and we can count on her unwavering dedication thanks to her experience as a former teacher, the many education-focused leadership roles in which she has already successfully served, and her devotion to her three children.

In a land where differences of opinion can often lead to conflict, we have always admired Krissy’s ability to focus on the big picture.  Countless times, we have heard her say, “It’s all about the kids,” and she’s right.  Krissy always remains positive, listens with an open heart, and is respectful of the passion that other parents and community members bring to the table.  Because of this, she has attracted a core group of action-oriented advocates for education. 

We are excited about the new wave of optimism that is rising in Tewksbury, and Krissy is without a doubt someone who can both sustain and augment it.  Our future demands a School Committee that can work toward stabilizing budget issues in order to focus on academic excellence.  We have the utmost confidence in Krissy’s abilities and are certain that she can lead the way.  Please join us and other parents who feel excited about Tewksbury’s potential and cast your vote for Krissy Polimeno on April 10th.

 

Michelle Dick - Letter To The Editor - April 2, 2010
As a Tewksbury resident with much vested in the future of our town, schools and children, I am writing in support of Kristen Polimeno for one of the two School Committee seats. Polimeno is a very impressive candidate.  As a former teacher, she is action-oriented with a strong sense of community and deep passion for education.  Polimeno is a 12-year Tewksbury resident and has been an active volunteer and integral part of positive change in the town through her involvement with the Friends of the New Tewksbury High School, chairperson of the Dewing Parent Advisory Council (PAC) as well as the town-wide PAC, coach of both basketball and softball teams, CCD teacher and also a member of the School Superintendent Search Committee.

Polimeno is extremely down to earth and takes a collaborative approach to solving problems and getting things done.  She is a great listener and eager to hear varying opinions before making decisions; and does not shy away from making difficult ones.  She is of sound character and high integrity and is the type of School Committee member that Tewksbury needs to lead us into the future. Please join me on Saturday April 10th in casting one of your two votes for Kristen Polimeno for Tewksbury School Committee.

 

Kathleen Donoghue - Letter To The Editor - March 28, 2010
I am writing in support of Krissy Polimeno, a candidate in the upcoming Tewksbury School Committee election.  I have known the Polimeno family for 25 years, and I’ve known Krissy personally for the past 15 years.  As someone who cares about the future of our schools and our town, I was thrilled to learn of her decision to run for the School Committee.  In addition to being well-qualified for the job, Krissy has abilities that will serve the town of Tewksbury well. 

First, Krissy seeks the input of others and shows respect for all opinions.  In making decisions related to our schools, I’m confident that she will consider the impact of these decisions on all Tewksbury residents.  Second,  Krissy has a talent for uniting people to work toward common goals.  She recently played a major role in helping to bring our community together in support of the new high school.  As a school committee member she will be effective in bringing together town officials, teachers, administrators, parents, and the community at large to provide the children of Tewksbury with the best possible educational experience, in a fiscally responsible manner. Finally, Krissy is best known for her passion and her dedication.  She pours an incredible amount of energy into every project that she takes on, and she is most passionate about her role in the schools. 

I believe that her skills and dedication are exactly what we need in Tewksbury, and I am thankful that she is running for school committee.  Please join me in voting for Krissy Polimeno in the upcoming election on Saturday, April 10th.       

 

Erin Walsh Asselin - Letter To The Editor - March 28, 2010
I am writing to express my support for Krissy Polimeno, candidate for Tewksbury School Committee. I have had the pleasure of knowing Krissy for several years and I admire her for so many reasons. First, she is a wonderful mom to her three blessed children. Family is of utmost importance to her. Her commitment to her children is reflected in everything she does, whether it is co-chairing the Dewing School PAC, coaching numerous sporting teams, volunteering in the classrooms or just cheering from the sidelines. I have watched her do all of these things beaming with pride. I am confident that as a School Committee member Krissy will demonstrate the same spirit and enthusiasm for all the children of Tewksbury.  Krissy has organized numerous school functions that I have been fortunate enough to have been a volunteer for. She gives 110 percent to everything she participates in. I have no doubt that she will devote the same effort when she is elected.

I am a lifelong resident of Tewksbury and have never before felt the sense of Town pride that I have in the last few weeks. With the upcoming building of our new High School, I believe that Krissy’s spirit and vitality will be a tremendous asset to our School Committee. I know that Krissy’s primary objective as a School Committee member will be meeting the needs of our children. Not only because her own three children are part of the Tewksbury school system, but because she is an advocate for all the children in Tewksbury. As an educator herself, Krissy knows the importance of class size, teacher to student ratio, teacher needs and school wide needs.  I have complete faith that she will bring new ideas and energy to our School Committee and our children will benefit with her becoming a member. As a mother of two children in the Tewksbury school system, I will proudly cast my vote for Krissy Polimeno on April 10th.        

 

Joy Beatrice - Letter To The Editor - March 28, 2010
I am writing to voice my support of Krissy Polimeno for School Committee.    My husband and I first got to know Krissy through our sons’ baseball games and our participation in a variety of community events.   I have been on the Town Wide PAC for the past two years and have had the opportunity to work with Krissy and get to know her better.  Much has been said about Krissy’s dedication to the Dewing PAC, several other school related committees and the many hours she devotes to volunteer civic activities in our town.  I absolutely admire Krissy’s passion and the positive energy she brings to any event she attends, whether it’s school related, civic or social.  But Krissy’s dedication and passion are only part of what she brings to the table. 

Krissy is a smart, dedicated, level-headed person who takes the time to do her homework to fully understand the issues at hand.  In addition to her teaching experience, Krissy has many years of experience in the private business sector, where she successfully worked her way up to senior management positions.  The combination of her business and education experience, coupled with her commitment to our community would make her a great asset to our School Committee. She is uniquely qualified to serve the children, parents and tax-payers in Tewksbury.  She works tirelessly to get the job done.  She works well and effectively with a variety of people. She is at ease with parents, administrators, teachers and town officials. We need enthusiastic, intelligent, dedicated leaders like Krissy, with her can-do attitude and strong work ethic, to help make the important decisions about our school budget, and to help steer the course of our children’s education in Tewksbury.  Please join me in supporting Krissy Polimeno for School Committee and cast your vote for her on April 10.

            

Robert Lane Morse, Esq., Corporate Counsel , Medical Information Technology, Inc. (MEDITECH) - Letter To The Editor - March 30, 2010
I have known Kristen Polimeno both professionally and personally for over 15 years.  During her eight-year tenure at MEDITECH, Kristen held a number of positions where she demonstrated substantial business skills, leadership, and superior inter-personal skills.   As a result, within a relatively short period of time, Kristen was able to advance from an entry-level position within the company to a senior management role reporting directly to the Corporate Counsel.

As indicated above, Kristen began her career in the financial software division.   As a result of her success in this division, Kristen transferred into a corporate position where her skills could be more broadly utilized throughout the company.  In this capacity, she was in charge of the newly created telecommuting initiative, the Staff Development Department, and the Recruiting Department.  The telecommuting initiative is a good example of her unique skill set.  This program was new to MEDITECH and, as a result, faced significant internal obstacles.   Logistically, there were also numerous technical issues to address.  Kristen was able to overcome these obstacles, launch the program in a timely manner, and establish a successful program in a very short period of time.

Perhaps Kristen's greatest strength is her ability to tackle difficult problems.   This comes from a combination of her inter-personal skills coupled with her refusal to accept 'no' as a possible response.  To put it simply, she removes obstacles and is tenacious in reaching her goal.   At the same time, she accomplishes this in a very diplomatic manner.  She is a 'bridge builder' and attempts to form a consensus from all involved parties. The result is a successful project that all parties can accept.

Kristen was promoted to Manager shortly after joining her new group.  Her enthusiasm is infectious and she is a tremendous motivator of her staff. She also takes the time to educate her staff, teach them, and allow their careers to develop and flourish.  She is very approachable and was a great resource for her staff.  At the end of the day, Kristen possesses a unique set of skills that will allow her to accomplish any goal that she has set for herself.

 

Kim Sheehan - Letter To The Editor - March 30, 2010
In the past few weeks, Tewksbury has invested in a new Town Manager, School Superintendent and High School. In just a few weeks it will be time to vote again for new board members for our School Committee. I would like to speak about one candidate who I believe is the best choice for one of the available seats on this board, Krissy Polimeno.

Krissy is a wife and mother of three elementary aged children. She is very energetic and motivated and has given her time and support to many events, fundraisers and committees in town. She has been the Chairperson for the Dewing School PAC for the last three years and has spent much time bringing the Dewing community together for family oriented events at the school.

She is focused and driven to accomplish tasks and make decisions, no matter how tough they may be. She willingly accepts any and all challenges and gives 110% of herself each and every time until the task is completed, never seeking recognition for what she has done only looking forward to the next cause to get involved with. Krissy has a lot of positive energy and it becomes contagious to all of the people around her.

She is a true leader and team player and I have never heard her say that something could not be done. She has always found a way not only to get it done but to exceed all expectations. Her focus is on the children, all of the children, and what she can do to ensure that each and every one is offered the best education that they can get.  The town just voted to invest in the future of the children. Let’s do it again on April 10^th with a vote for Krissy Polimeno.

 

Scott Garland - Letter To The Editor - March 30, 2010
I am writing this letter to offer concrete reasons to Tewksbury voters why I fully support Krissy Polimeno as candidate for Tewksbury School Committee. I have been a longtime resident of Tewksbury and attended Tewksbury schools from K -12th grade. I have always felt that Tewksbury provided a solid education, but the population growth and recent economic conditions have put unprecedented strain on the services and facilities. In response, Tewksbury residents recently made a strong commitment to the betterment of our children’s education and the future of the town during the recent high school special election. This brings me to why I feel so strongly about Krissy Polimeno and her candidacy.  As president of Friends of the New Tewksbury Memorial High School, Krissy provided strong leadership to the committee. She spent countless hours educating the community about the unique opportunity Tewksbury had to build a new high school. One of the goals of the School Committee is to see this new high school project successfully implemented. Krissy remains fully committed to the project and will continue to provide leadership as a School Committee member.     

Aside from the impactful new high school opportunity, Krissy had already demonstrated tireless commitment to improving Tewksbury’s education through her volunteering and running of the Dewing School PAC.  There has not been a day that I have visited the Dewing school that she hasn’t been there helping in an oversized 25+ student classroom or making sure the teachers have the supplies they need. Her passion for the children and the quality education they receive is indisputable. All the teachers and educators at the Dewing school that I have spoken with are passionate about Krissy’s candidacy and her ability to enact positive change if given the chance to participate on the Tewksbury School Committee.  

Make no mistake, Krissy’s only motive for running is for the benefit of our children and the educational opportunities they will be offered in the Tewksbury school system. Her proven leadership in getting the new high school to the voters and her tireless commitment to the schools as a full time volunteer qualify her for this position. Her commitment, resume, and demonstrated capabilities make her a gift to Tewksbury and its future.  Vote yes for Krissy Polimeno on April 10th and continue the trend of investing in our great community.

 

Tom and Karla Branchaud - Letter To The Editor - March 30, 2010
We are very excited that Krissy Polimeno is running for School Committee. Over the past three years, our sons have participated on the same youth baseball team.  When we first met Krissy at her son’s t-ball practice, we were impressed with her commitment and passion for her family and her three children. Over the years, we have seen that she shares that same commitment and passion for all the children in town.   She has demonstrated this commitment in her community activities as Tewksbury Youth Softball and Basketball coach and as a member of various town-wide committees.

Right now, Tewksbury schools face critical challenges: financial challenges that threaten the quality of education for our children.  These challenges force our School Committee to make difficult decisions – decisions that are not always popular with parents, teachers or community members.  A strong School Committee member is someone who is willing to make those difficult decisions with courage and commitment, while keeping our children’s best interest in the forefront.  Not many people are willing to take on the responsibility of a School Committee member during these challenging times. Not many people have the courage, leadership and perseverance to tackle the tough issues facing our educational system.  Krissy is someone who is willing and able to make those tough decisions.  More importantly, we trust Krissy to make those decisions in the best interest of our children, regardless of their popularity,

We want Krissy’s courage, tenacity and positive attitude on the School Committee to chart the direction of our educational system for the coming years.  We fully support Krissy's candidacy for Tewksbury School Committee.

 

Barbara Lawton - Letter To The Editor - March 30, 2010
On April 10, 2010, the residents of Tewksbury have an opportunity to elect Krissy Polimeno as School Committee Member.  Simply put, Krissy is the best person for the job. I first met Krissy when our daughters took dance classes together.  I had an opportunity to meet Krissy first as a dedicated mother and coach and then as a champion for our schools. Through our casual conversations in the dancing school lobby, I learned a lot about Krissy’s family values, her commitment to her children, and her enthusiasm for the educational and civic activities in which she participates.   Krissy’s passion and commitment to public education were evident and over two years of chatting in the dancing school lobby, I began to recognize the importance of public education.

I credit Krissy’s enthusiasm and dedication to public school for helping me recognize the importance of getting involved with our children’s education.  I stopped exploring private school options for my daughter and chose to enroll my daughter in public school.  I immediately became involved with my daughter’s school and I was asked to join the Budget Advisory Committee (BAC), where I had my first opportunity to work with Krissy. I witnessed her driven work ethic and can-do attitude first hand!

Krissy is one of the most motivated people I have ever met.  She has the ability to work on several projects at one time and give 110% percent to each activity/committee she is involved in.  We all had a chance to see that recently as she stood up and worked so hard to get Tewksbury a new superintendent and a new high school.  She is full of energy and is definitely a go-getter.

The thing I most admire about her is her ability to listen and respond honestly.  She is direct, straightforward and truthful.  She has the confidence to stand by what she says. Krissy has so much to offer and we would be foolish as a town not to give her the ability to do so.   A vote for Krissy is a vote for our kids, our schools and our community.

 

Dean Graffeo - Letter To The Editor - March 25, 2010
I would like to let the voters of Tewksbury know about an outstanding candidate in the upcoming election for School Committee. Providing the best possible education to all of the children of Tewksbury is an essential priority for Krissy. This is tremendously important to me as a parent of three children in the Tewksbury Public School System. There will be many difficult decisions to be made soon after this election and I cannot think of another person to whom I would entrust that responsibility.  Krissy is fearless, energetic, positive, thorough, informed and informative, and she possesses the utmost integrity. Krissy is a true natural leader who leads by example. She is exactly what Tewksbury needs in its School Committee members.  I am proud to support her as a candidate for School Committee and ask you to join me on April 10 in casting your vote for Krissy Polimeno.

 

Susan M. Kolls -  Letter To The Editor - March 25, 2010
It is my great pleasure to be able to write this letter of support for Krissy Polimeno, who is running for Tewksbury School Committee. Krissy is an easy candidate to rally around – she is dedicated to our schools and our community, she has the experience necessary for the job, and she has the drive and determination to make positive changes, as well as the knowledge necessary to make difficult decisions. Krissy is Chair of the Dewing School Parent Advisory Council; she has served on Reconfiguration and Superintendent Search Committees; and is the current president of the Friends of the New Tewksbury Memorial High School. She knows Tewksbury, our friends, our community, and especially, our schools and the needs of our children. The integrity, balance and future of any community begin in its schools. Please help me to support Krissy Polimeno for Tewksbury School Committee so that our town can have the brightest of all possible futures.

 

Maura Rauseo, Co-Chair TMHS PAC - Letter To The Editor - March 25, 2010
I am writing in support of Krissy Polimeno, who is running for Tewksbury School Committee.  Krissy has the energy and leadership qualities necessary to be a productive School Committee member; she has spent several years volunteering in our schools and throughout our community while raising her three children with her husband.  Krissy clearly knows how to manage her time effectively, and while serving as a School Committee member would be a new role for her, she has shown her ability to balance many different responsibilities at once. 

Krissy has been a teacher, so she understands the challenges of being in the classroom and the rewards that come from a successful educational program.  She has been a manager for a medical software company, so she understands the challenges of budgeting and employee relations.  She has been an active parent and volunteer leader in our schools, so she understands the challenges students face every day, and she has worked hard to make improvements in our schools.

Krissy and I have served together on the Townwide Parent Advisory Council since she became Co-Chair of the Dewing PAC, and I have been impressed with her from the first time we met.  I have seen her passion for doing what is right for our schools and our children and I know Krissy will carry this passion with her all the way to a position on the Tewksbury School Committee.  Please join me in voting for Krissy Polimeno for School Committee on April 10, 2010.

 

Lorraine Trull - Letter To The Editor - March 18, 2010
Krissy has been in my daughter's corner since the day I met her at my first PAC meeting in September 2009. After Krissy Polimeno chaired the meeting, I introduced myself as the mother of an only child who had just entered the Kindergarten program at the Dewing School.  My husband and I were not thrilled at first with our daughter going to the Dewing School. In fact, we were quite disappointed!  It was by far not our first choice. Unhappily, we were biding our time there while my daughter was on the waiting list at the private school she was supposed to be attending. 

Little by little, time went by, and I just knew that the fit was right. My daughter belongs at the Dewing. Krissy Polimeno was one of the people who helped show me that. She has a strong will to help our children through education and enrichment programs. Since I have known her, Krissy has spent countless hours trying to create a better education for our children. Her three children are part of the same experience that my daughter is having now as they too attend the Dewing School.  

I think by now we all know that she is the chair of the Dewing PAC, she has been on the Committee to find the next Superintendent, she has been on the reconfiguration committee, and she is on the committee to bring a New High School to Tewksbury! Her credentials go much further than I have stated here. She has a lifelong commitment to helping educate people –parents, teachers, and citizens of Tewksbury, as well as our children! She has an all-inclusive style while trying to work for a better future for all of us.

I have worked by Krissy's side at several volunteer opportunities over the past year and a half.  She has a lot of energy and every bit of it is focused into moving ahead and striving for our continued involvement in the learning process. Needless to say, my husband and I have decided to keep our daughter in the Tewksbury public school system, right where she needs to be, happily learning!  Krissy works tirelessly to make sure that the Tewksbury School System is a positive place for all of our children. Vote for Krissy Polimeno for School Committee!  You will be glad you did!

 

Todd & Kristen Keane - Letter To The Editor - March 17, 2010
Polimeno for Tewksbury School Committee, From the Lowell Sun on 3/17/2010

We support Krissy Polimeno as Tewksbury's next School Committee member. Krissy has the experience, intellect, energy, leadership skills, compassion and commitment to help guide our school system over the next three years. Critical decisions are currently being made, and will continue to be made in our school system over the next few years. They include integration of a new superintendent, vision and support for a new high school, and budgeting during one of the worst recessions in our country's history. She understands that change and unity are necessary for our town and the health of our school system during these challenging fiscal times.

Krissy's life experiences give her the skill set needed to work positively and productively on the School Committee. She has experience in both the public and corporate sectors. She began as a Massachusetts elementary school teacher and went on to become a manager for a national medical software company. Now her focus is on her three children and the betterment of the Tewksbury public schools. She has spent the last three years chairing the Dewing School PAC and raising the level of family involvement at the school. She is also a member of the Dewing School Council, has been an active participant on the reconfiguration committee and on the search committee for a new superintendent. She truly believes that knowledge is power. She walks the walk by gaining knowledge about our town through attending town meetings and School Committee meetings. She will work diligently to make sure our children have the best possible education.

On a personal note, we have had the pleasure of living next door to the Polimeno family for the last 11 years. Not only are we neighbors, but we have grown to become close family friends and supporters of each other. Krissy, her husband, Phil, and their three beautiful children are a wonderful example of what makes our town special: community. Her character is outstanding, and her true passion for nurturing children and lending a hand are displayed every day, no matter who is watching. With much confidence, we encourage you to vote on April 10 for Krissy Polimeno for School Committee.

Joe Pendola
For the last two years I have been a member of The Dewing School PAC, and with Krissy as chair (at the helm) I was extremely confident that the school was going in the right direction. She is very intelligent, passionate about what she believes in, open to listening to all sides of any discussion, and is a genuine person. Her decision to run for School Committee is a boost of hope for Tewksbury. It is my pleasure to call Krissy my friend, I can only hope that the rest of Tewksbury will realize what Krissy has already done and can do if given the opportunity. Krissy gets my vote on election day for School Committee membership.

Melissa Lane
Krissy Polimeno has the talent and energy the Tewksbury School Committee needs. Her commitment to the needs of our children is outstanding. Having served with her on the Dewing PAC I can tell you she is a team player here for the good of the community! She has countless ideas and unrelenting energy. She is a knowledgeable and respected member of our community. My husband and I are honored to be supporting her for the Tewksbury School Committee. Let's get this started! I am so glad you're running Krissy! I TRULY believe you would make and awesome addition to the SC and the community would be lucky to have you!!

Arthy Bennett
Krissy will be a wonderful addition to the Tewksbury School Committee. She is intelligent and committed to the education of our children. Krissy has always been fair and will stand up for what she believes in. I've worked closely with her on the Dewing PAC and have always admired her talent to be a true leader. Krissy has volunteered countless hours to make Tewksbury a better place to live. She will be a strong advocate for ALL our children.

Loretta Ryan
For those of you who already know Krissy, you are aware of her commitment to the children of our school system.  For those of you who don't know her: I cannot say enough about her dedication and effort. I have had the honor of working side-by-side with Krissy on the Dewing PAC for the past three years. Krissy is a natural leader, an intelligent individual and will work hard for the future of our children. I urge you to consider Krissy for the School Committee. A vote for Krissy is a  vote for our children!

Ginny Perron
My very good friend and fellow "Dewing Mom", Krissy Polimeno is running for a seat on the Tewksbury School Committee. Not only is Krissy very knowledgeable in the issues that our schools need, but also very compassionate and determined to make a positive impact to help better her community. Her drive and dedication is what we need to help our kids succeed in every possible way they can. As a person, I can say that Krissy and her family have become my dearest friends. Her constant offers to help out and support those around her makes her an amazing person. I know she will do a fantastic job in helping our community reach the goals that we are all striving for!

Louise Chmela
Krissy would be a natural addition to the Tewksbury School Committee. She is a former teacher, comes from a family of educators and has 3 young children in the Tewksbury Public School System. Many of you may know Krissy as the Chairperson for the Dewing PAC. What I have admired most is her generosity of time, her commitment to the children and her willingness to roll up her sleeves and do what is needed. I don't think I have been to one Dewing event in the last few years that Krissy wasn't working in some capacity! To my friends from across town who may not be familiar with Krissy Polimeno. She is involved in many town-wide issues and committees making her well versed in the entire town vision. She is determined and very focused when it comes to education in Tewksbury. She is a parent who gets it and will work as hard for your children as her own.