Putnam’s town clerk, Bright,
earns CMC designation
PUTNAM — Christine Bright, CMC of Town of Putnam, has earned the designation of Certified Municipal Clerk (CMC), which is awarded by the International Institute of Municipal Clerks (IIMC), Inc.
IIMC grants the CMC designation only to municipal clerks who complete demanding education requirements; and have a record of significant contributions to their local government, community and state.
The International Institute of Municipal Clerks, founded in 1947, has 14,000 members throughout the United States, Canada, and 15 other countries, and the mission of this global non-profit corporation is to enhance the educational opportunities and professional development of its diverse membership.
In light of the speed and drastic nature of change these days, lifelong learning is not only desirable, it is necessary for all in local government to keep pace with the growing demands and changing needs of the citizens we serve. Your city can take immense pride in Christine’s educational accomplishments and achievement of this milestone.
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PHS honor rolls
PUTNAM — The Putnam High School honor roll for the fourth quarter includes:
Seniors
High Honors: Brooke Champagne, Melanie Garcia, Logan LaFrance, Madison Lamothe, Isabelle Magalhaes, Evan Mailloux, Edy Morente Mendez, Jacob Olson, Isabel Porter, Whitney Pynn, Clara Souza, Hailey Summers, Justin Vukas, Ava Wolinski.
Honors: Aaliyah Daughenbaugh, Lillian Ennis, Antonio Furtado, Yakelin Gomez Flores, Olivia Hetrick, Anthony Lowell, Kaylee Mayo, Ava Morrison, Emily Olecki, Sean Stamp, Jasmin Wolinski.
Juniors
High Honors: Leah Benzie, Kaylee Borders, Nicholas Devlin, Evan Garvey, Kianna Griffin, Benjamin Gustafson, Cali McCaughey, Kaydence Morris, Madalyn Parquette, Paige Perry, Kasyn Robillard, Kaylin Rodrigues, Madison Thomas.
Honors: Audrina Buzanoski, Ella Carota, Brynn Dignam, Devin Fleck, Joselin Garcia Osorio, Jayce Jodoin, Julius Lang, Aidan Martin, Gavin Matte, Jordan Travisano
Sophomores
High Honors:Delanie Bernier, Mia Cosentino, Ayla Daniels, Leland Fisher, Avah Grimshaw, Sidra Jahangir, Alina Kamara, Jay Patel, Nathaniel Ramos, Jillian Spalding.
Honors: Danny Boriboun, Madelyn Haynes, Elieana Ionkin, Aubrey Paquette, Gavin Patterson, Bridgett Reidy, Iyanah Ruiz, Emani Vega, Calvin Wormley.
Freshmen
High Honors: Kaitlin Brodeur, Theodore Buzanoski, Laura Coderre, Abigail Daniels, Avalynn Fiske, Eliza Garvey, Chloe Gazzola, Sophie Godzik, Caleb LaFrance, Nyla Magalhaes, Jayda Rivera, Cassidy Sabatinelli, Angelina Seymour, Mya Smith, Gavin Weiker
Honors: Codie Baillargeon, Bailey Champagne, Amy Charron, Catherine Levesque, Nicole Mazioli, Oliver Paine, Taylor Thomas, Logan Walker.
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Named assistant principal
PUTNAM — The Putnam Board of Education this week appointed Keri O’Neill as elementary assistant principal at Putnam Elementary School.
Superintendent Steven Rioux said O’Neill brings 17 years of dedicated service to Putnam Public Schools, having begun her career in kindergarten special education before transitioning to integrated Pre-K in 2012. Throughout her tenure, she has served in multiple teacher leadership roles in the district.
“Keri is a natural leader who consistently prioritizes what is best for students,” said Rioux. “She has the skills and disposition to help PES continue to grow and support our families.”
O’Neill recently completed her Sixth-Year program in Educational Leadership at Quinnipiac University, earning her CT 092 Certification. She holds a master’s degree in special education with a concentration in positive behavioral interventions and supports from UConn and has completed UConn’s UCEDD Aspiring Leaders in Special Education program. O’Neill earned her bachelor’s degree in psychology with a concentration on childhood and youth from Eastern Connecticut State University, where she also completed her Connecticut teaching certification requirements.
O’Neill’s deep understanding of the district’s culture, established relationships with families and staff, and proven track record of supporting both students and colleagues make her an ideal fit for the role, Rioux added.
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Legal Notice
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
Town of Pomfret
Planning and
Zoning Commission
The Pomfret Planning & Zoning Commission will hold the following Public Hearing(s) at its meeting on July 16, 2025, starting at 7:00 PM.
1. Peter Hamel, 14 Peterson Road, special permit application for a 30’ x 40’ single-story barn/garage
A copy of this application is on file in the office of the Planning & Zoning Commission, 5 Haven Road, Pomfret Center, Connecticut. The file is available for review during normal business hours.
Town of Pomfret
Dated this 18th day
of June 2025
Lynn L. Krajewski,
Clerk
Planning & Zoning Commission
July 2, 2025
July 9, 2025
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