Good morning and welcome back to another school year. Each September affords us an opportunity to return to our classrooms, recharged and with a new outlook on the year that lies ahead. It is wonderful…
Welcome Back Letter 2017
Welcome Back 2017 “Those who devote their lives to a cause greater than themselves always find a larger, fuller life than the one they remembered.” Wilbert E. Scheer The mission of the Verona Public Schools,…
Welcome Back Letter to Staff 2017
Welcome Back Letter to Staff “Those who devote their lives to a cause greater than themselves always find a larger, fuller life than the one they remembered.” Wilbert E. Scheer Dear Colleagues, Eleven days…
Commencement Address – Class of 2017
Commencement Speech Dr. Rui Dionisio Verona High School June 16, 2017 Members of the Board of Education, parents, staff, and the Class of 2017, it is an honor to be with you this evening. I…
Immigration and Public Education
Immigration and Public Education Our nation, not unlike the Verona community, is brilliantly arranged as a kaleidoscope of diversity which encompasses different race, color, religion, sex, and national origin. For most of us, our forefathers…
ONward & UPward
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Inquiry in Action
Inquiry in Action by Dr. Rui Dionisio, Superintendent of Schools Focus. Explore. Reflect. Apply. Repeat. The Verona Public Schools district is dedicated to cultivating learning environments that nurture the curiosity that exists naturally in children....
National Teacher Appreciation Week
National Teacher Appreciation Week “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” Eleanor Roosevelt It is impressive to work in our community where our faculty is deeply committed to their…
Asking All the Right Questions
Asking All the Right Questions by Dr. Rui Dionisio, Superintendent of Schools “How was your day?” said a parent. “Fine,” said the child. How many times have we heard or been part of that conversation?...