First Day of School
Commodore Macdonough School
66 Spring Street
Today is a day filled with excitement, anticipation and a healthy dose of trepidation. Today is the first day of school in Middletown. This morning, students returning to Macdonough School in the North End, were welcomed by Principal Jon Romeo, the teachers and staff, as well as our intrepid traveler, Phileas Fogg. Phileas enjoyed the first SURFS assembly of the year and the Beach Boy tunes that welcomed him. After learning the school song and listening to a story, Phileas decided to learn more about the school itself.
Commodore Macdonough's connection to Middletown began early in his career, while he was stationed in the city to assist in overseeing the construction of gunboats. Macdonough returned to the city and made his home here after ending his naval career and is buried in Middletown. The Commodore Macdonough school was built in 1924 and dedicated in 1925.
Phileas wishes all the students and teachers in Middletown a great year.
1 comment:
It was wonderful to see Phileas Fogg at our school today. There is excitement in the air at Macdonough and we are all looking forward to learning and growing together during this upcoming school year....and beyond!
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