East Farms School
Coverage (10 articles)
East Farms Pond Deck Gets Wetlands Approval for Repairs
Farmington's Inland Wetlands Commission approved repairs to the observation deck at the East Farms School pond, plus a ramp on the path to it, and a second driveway on Garden Street. Proposed changes to the town's wetlands rules still had not gone to the state.
Three Farmington Schools Composted About Four Tons of Food
Three Farmington schools sent about 8,100 pounds of cafeteria food to compost between April and June, and the district wants to add its other elementary schools, probably in 2027-28. A committee member also told the town that black plastic can be recycled. The state's list says it can't.
Farmington High Gets a Permanent Principal, Ryan Broderick
Ryan Broderick, an assistant principal at Bristol Central High School, takes over Farmington High on Nov. 2, ending a fall under an interim who came out of retirement. He did his superintendent internship in Farmington's own district.
Farmington's $14.3M School HVAC Bond and Its Electric Bill
Before April 30, voters decide whether to condition the air in four elementary schools. The bond is the simple number. The math around it is not.
Farmington Sets April 30 Vote on $143M Budget, $18.3M Bonds
Town Meeting voters referred a 4.74% spending plan and two bond questions to the ballot. The average homeowner would pay $281.20 more in taxes. A state mandate and a historic debt load both sat in the room.
Farmington Weighs Annex Plan and $14.3M School HVAC Bond
At a lengthy Feb. 24 hearing, Farmington officials and residents focused on a proposed Town Hall Annex overhaul, a $14.3 million elementary school HVAC bond, road spending, and unresolved questions over the high school track and turf field.
Farmington Council Honors Eagle Scouts, Thanks Veterans
Farmington’s Nov. 10, 2025 council meeting honored two Eagle Scouts, marked Veterans Day, heard sharp school funding concerns, and reviewed bonds, building projects, and upcoming zoning and parking rules.
Farmington BOE Hears Superintendent Search Report in April
Farmington’s superintendent search report sparks debate, laughter, and a few polite facepalms over policy contradictions and ChatGPT cameos.
Farmington’s 2025 Plan for Trails, Sidewalks, Safer Routes
Farmington’s path forward: Safe Routes to School, sidewalk expansions, and new bike trails! 🚲🛤️ Get the latest updates and plans for a connected 2025! #FarmingtonMercury
Farmington GOP Primary: The Politician or the Pub Owner?
Farmington’s GOP primary is here! 🎉 Will voters back the seasoned politician or the no-nonsense pub owner? Vote today or miss out on this epic battle for the ages! 🗳️ #Election2024