Assistant Directors Of Elementary And Secondary Ed Announced

FRAMINGHAM, MA—Dr. Robert Tremblay, superintendent of schools, announced a promotion and a new hire that fill two roles within the Office of Teaching and Learning.

"Brenda Maurao and Kerry Wood bring many years of experience and deep passion for education to both Elementary and Secondary Education here in Framingham," said Tremblay in a statement.

Maurao is the new assistant director of elementary education hired to assist Amy Bright, assistant superintendent of elementary education. She joins Framingham Public Schools from previous roles in Bellingham and Holliston, said the announcement.

“The Office of Teaching and Learning is ecstatic to have Brenda Maurao join the Framingham team as we support equitable access to high quality instruction,” said Amy Bright in a statement. “Her experience as a building based administrator and classroom teacher coupled with her expertise in educational technology tools will surely be a catalyst for the important work that lies ahead.”

Maurao has been a dedicated educator for over twenty years, serving as a building principal for Stall Brook Elementary School in Bellingham from 2017-2018 and assistant principal at Miller Elementary School in Holliston from 2012-2017. Prior to being a building administrator, she was a classroom teacher for 14 years. She lives in Holliston with her husband Michael, daughter Lucy and son Max. Maurao maintains a blog and is active on Twitter (@bmaurao).

Assistant Director of Secondary Education

Kerry Wood is the new assistant director of secondary education. As part of the effort to identify leaders and extend career pathways that encourage internal talent development within Framingham Public Schools, Wood has been promoted to assist Anne Ludes, assistant superintendent of secondary education.

“Ms. Wood brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the position of Assistant Director for Secondary Education,” said Anne Ludes in a statement. “In her roles as English teacher and department head, she has consistently made decisions with the best interests of children in mind. We are very lucky to have her join the Office of Teaching and Learning as we continue our work to promote the academic, social and emotional growth of all children.”

Wood earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in English Literature and Secondary Education from High Point University and a Master of Education in English from Framingham State University. Wood has 21 years of teaching experiencing at schools in England, Virginia, and Massachusetts. She was a member Framingham High School’s English Department for 12 years and, most recently, has served as the ELA Department Head at Fuller Middle School. Ms. Wood is a passionate educator and committed team builder; she believes in fostering educational communities where both students and teachers are able to thrive. Ms. Wood lives in Ashland with her husband, Jeremy, and their two children, Hannah and Oliver.

Photo submitted, Framingham public schools