WESTBOROUGH – Amber Bock has earned high marks for her work as superintendent of Westborough Public Schools.
Based on four standards – instructional leadership; management and operations; family and community engagement; and professional culture – the School Committee gave Bock an overall grade of 60% exemplary and 40% proficient.
The grades were also based on feedback from parents and faculty.
“The score is an indicator on how well you do,” said School Committee Chair Stephen Doret.
“I feel like you [have] led the district in a renewed focus on high-quality teaching and instruction this school year,” said School Committee member Kristen Vincent. “The professional development work was very thoughtfully led.”
“I’m continually impressed with your commitment to excellence,” she added. “You work around the clock for the students, faculty and families of this district. You deal with a seemingly insurmountable amount of tasks … I commend you for your leadership.”
“I’m constantly impressed by your leadership,” said committee member Steven Bachelor. “You set such high standards for the district.”
“I think it is one of the greatest assets that you make yourself available for the district,” said Jakub Moskal. “You always welcome people to talk to you and give you a piece of [their] mind.”
Bock credited “an amazingly talented team” for her high marks, and she thanked everyone for their feedback.
