Educator of the Year
Superintendent Hart Named Educator of the Year
Surrounded by family, colleagues, and civic, business, and community leaders, Everett Public Schools (EPS) Superintendent William D. Hart accepted the Saugus-Everett Elks Lodge Educator of the Year Award inside a packed house on Thursday, March 13, 2025.
“I am a caretaker of traditions, institutions, and systems that make Everett a place we love. For me, that means upholding a commitment to excellence for our schools and to ensure that public education continues to be what is widely and rightfully called ‘The Great Equalizer,’" Superintendent Hart said. “My promise to you and the good people of Everett is to build on every strength we have, and to leverage every partnership available to us, for our students and their futures.”
Dozens of EPS teachers, administrators, and staff attended the celebration. The Superintendent was also joined by his sister, Kim; his niece Gabrielle; and his cousins, Paula Sheehan and Laurie and Alexandra Cohen.
Elks members Steve Doherty served as the Master of Ceremonies. State Senator Sal DiDomenico, State Representatives Joseph McGonagle, and City Councilor Robert Van Campen. Rep. McGonagle all made remarks and presented Superintendent Hart with citations from the State Senate, the Massachusetts House of Representatives, and the Everett City Council, respectively.Senator DiDomenico credited Mr. Hart with “bringing Everett together,” while Rep. McGonagle called the Superintendent the “right person” at the “right time.”
Also in attendance was Mr. Bob Sansone, who was Superintendent Hart’s sixth-grade teacher at the original Lafayette School. Mr. Sansone was joined by his wife, Marguerite, and their son, Robert, who is a special education teacher at Everett High School.
During his remarks, Mr. Hart thanked the Everett community for partnering with the EPS in numerous ways, from donating school supplies to its youngest stories to offering scholarships to graduating seniors.
“if you are in any way connected to the Everett Public Schools, please continue to stand by us,” said Superintendent Hart. “If you have the chance to join us in any capacity, or for any initiative, please do so. When I look out at this room, I see intelligence, experience, compassion, and an undeniable love for Everett. Please, never pass on the chance to share that with our students. I would be forever grateful.”
Mr. Hart was appointed Superintendent in December of 2023. In the intervening months, he has successfully negotiated union contract extensions with five collective bargaining units, rebuilt trust among faculty, professional staff, and central administration, and reestablished a working relationship with Everett City Hall. He has reenergized Central Administration, creating and restoring critical education, financial, and human resource functions that enable the EPS to focus on one thing above all others: To best serve its students and foster their success.
“I am a caretaker of traditions, institutions, and systems that make Everett a place we love. For me, that means upholding a commitment to excellence for our schools and to ensure that public education continues to be what is widely and rightfully called ‘The Great Equalizer,’" Superintendent Hart said. “My promise to you and the good people of Everett is to build on every strength we have, and to leverage every partnership available to us, for our students and their futures.”
Dozens of EPS teachers, administrators, and staff attended the celebration. The Superintendent was also joined by his sister, Kim; his niece Gabrielle; and his cousins, Paula Sheehan and Laurie and Alexandra Cohen.
Elks members Steve Doherty served as the Master of Ceremonies. State Senator Sal DiDomenico, State Representatives Joseph McGonagle, and City Councilor Robert Van Campen. Rep. McGonagle all made remarks and presented Superintendent Hart with citations from the State Senate, the Massachusetts House of Representatives, and the Everett City Council, respectively.Senator DiDomenico credited Mr. Hart with “bringing Everett together,” while Rep. McGonagle called the Superintendent the “right person” at the “right time.”
Also in attendance was Mr. Bob Sansone, who was Superintendent Hart’s sixth-grade teacher at the original Lafayette School. Mr. Sansone was joined by his wife, Marguerite, and their son, Robert, who is a special education teacher at Everett High School.
During his remarks, Mr. Hart thanked the Everett community for partnering with the EPS in numerous ways, from donating school supplies to its youngest stories to offering scholarships to graduating seniors.
“if you are in any way connected to the Everett Public Schools, please continue to stand by us,” said Superintendent Hart. “If you have the chance to join us in any capacity, or for any initiative, please do so. When I look out at this room, I see intelligence, experience, compassion, and an undeniable love for Everett. Please, never pass on the chance to share that with our students. I would be forever grateful.”
Mr. Hart was appointed Superintendent in December of 2023. In the intervening months, he has successfully negotiated union contract extensions with five collective bargaining units, rebuilt trust among faculty, professional staff, and central administration, and reestablished a working relationship with Everett City Hall. He has reenergized Central Administration, creating and restoring critical education, financial, and human resource functions that enable the EPS to focus on one thing above all others: To best serve its students and foster their success.
