School Committee

I am a longtime Lynn resident. Currently, I work as a court officer at the Lynn Juvenile Court, and have been in this position for over twenty years. I have the opportunity to speak to many of our youth, and understand the issues that concern them. Many, which have led them into the criminal justice system.

I would like to be their voices within the School Committee, which includes helping our schools receive the resources needed to combat the violence plaguing our city. To combat the struggles our children are facing, we must approach their needs holistically, and engage educators, parents/guardians, as well as  community partners to ensure a quality education.

I am determined to be a part of the solutions that will end cycles and create new paths. I am a Lynn Classical High graduate and a Salem State (Criminal Justice) alumna, who is ready to roll up my sleeves and serve my community! 

My name is Brian Castellanos and I am a 3rd termed member of the Lynn School Committee. 
I graduated from Lynn English High School back in 2009. I attended undergrad at Framingham State University, where I studied Criminology & Criminal Justice Law and received a B.A in Criminology. I later earned a Masters of Science graduate degree in CJ. I am a licensed social worker.

During my time on the school committee, I have made it my obligation and duty to strongly advocate for our underserved adolescent youth and families throughout Lynn public schools. I have fought and made efforts to provide our youth with academic and vocational career pathways in Lynn that will help in their transition into the 21st century workforce.

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Eric Dugan is a veteran public school teacher and Lynn Community volunteer. He is currently serving his first term on the Lynn School Committee and is hoping to be re-elected onto the committee to finish the work that has been started. While on the committee, Eric serves as the Chair of the policy sub-committee, is a member of the athletic sub-committee and also the curriculum sub-committee.

Eric has been able to bring the unique perspective of a public school teacher to all of these committees and the committee as a whole. This perspective is critical to helping to guide our schools into a brighter future for students, educators and families alike.

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Lorraine Gately was born and raised in Lynn, MA and attended Lynn Public Schools, graduated from Lynn English High School, her son Michael attended Lynn public schools as well graduated from Lynn English High School in 2013. She taught science in Lynn Public Schools for 33 years and she loved teaching. She has experienced Lynn Public schools as a student, teacher and parent. Her love for her students in the Lynn Public Schools and their success has successfully driven her career as a teacher.

She will continue to have the best interest of the students and represent the parents as well as all staff voices on the school committee. She is seeking re-election to her fifth term and humbly request one of your six votes for school committee on November 7, 2023.

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Hi everyone! I am Walquiria Leguisamon and I am a first-generation immigrant from the Dominican Republic, happily married to my husband Scott, mother of Three, successful businessperson in our community, volunteer, and graduate of Springfield College.

I am running for the school committee because I am committed to giving parents a voice, creating a safe school environment for all students, and effective communication between parents, teachers, and the administration. I am also committed to equitable funding and resources for all students. I am a dedicated leader who will make a difference within our school district.

I know that parents are the first teachers of their children and that they should have a say in their education. I am the best candidate to meet our school district’s needs.

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Dr. Tiffany Magnolia is completing her first term on the school committee. She has lived in Lynn for the past 19 years and is a professor at North Shore Community College. She has a daughter in the Lynn Public Schools.

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Lynn resident. My wife and I reside in East Lynn on Ingalls Street with our Beautiful family. Our three children all attend Lynn Public Schools.

I currently serve on the school committee, and I’m extremely proud to have served on LPS contract negotiations committee which produced a very fair contract for our teachers and Paraprofessionals that will surely impact with retention for our educators and staff . I’m also very proud and honored to have served on the LPS Superintendent search committee which produced the very first Hispanic Superintendent in LPS history!

Owner & director of L.A.D.A. Board of directors at Lynn community Enrichment Program. Diversity Equity Inclusion committee. Chair of the Athletics Committee. LPS negotiations committee. Superintendent search committee

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Currently serving as a Member of the Lynn School Committee and as Legislative Director for Senator Brendan Crighton, Sean works on addressing some of the most pressing issues facing our community day in and day out. Sean believes his extensive experience already working in the State House will enable him to effectively serve on day one as a State Representative. 

His advocacy extends beyond government roles, as he is involved in numerous community organizations and initiatives, including serving as a Board Member of My Brother’s Table, the YMCA, and Alumni & Friends of Lynn Classical. He also co-founded a local non-profit, Kayak and Sail Lynn.

But Sean hasn’t just worked on the challenges that our residents face—he’s lived them. Raised in West Lynn (his mother grew up in King’s Lynn and his father grew up in Curwin Circle), he encountered a number of obstacles. He was born to a teen mother and neither of his parents had finished high school. His father was incarcerated when Sean was very young, and his mother faced substance use and mental health challenges. Sean experienced homelessness, eventually residing in a shelter in Lynn. Sean credits his community for helping him overcome these hurdles, which is why he has dedicated his life to giving back to it. His personal experiences provide him with a deep understanding of the challenges that our residents face, which he says fuels lots of his work.

Sean attended Lynn Public Schools for his entire K-12 education, including Callahan, Breed, and Classical. He later attended North Shore Community College and Amherst College. He is married to Kelsey, a special education teacher, coach, and union representative in Lynn Public Schools. Sean and Kelsey are expecting their first child in September.

He is focused on a wide range of issues to create a better future, including tackling the housing affordability crisis head-on, improving our education system by addressing our outdated schools with overcrowded classrooms, fixing our transportation infrastructure, and combating the alarming threat of climate change. 

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A young Latino who grew up in the city of Lynn. Attended Drewicz, Breed and Classical 2008 graduate. I have a 15 year old autistic son who attended the coach program at shoemaker. I am a business man, serve on the board of directors of a few non profit organizations. 

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Andrea is a Lifelong Lynn resident, an LVTI alumni and attended Ingalls and Marshall. She was an active member of Girls Inc. and currently serves as a mentor for 11th and 12th grade girls. She is a parent of 3 and actively involved in the community.

Aside from being a product of Lynn Public Schools and a former LPS school nurse employee, Andrea has worked to keep families healthy as a nurse practitioner from working with pediatrics, nursing mothers as a lactation specialist, to working with our aging population and everyone in between. She has been a registered nurse for over 12 years.Andrea plans to address SAFETY, Student Achievement, Educational training, Special Education and Community Partnerships. All children must have the opportunity to reach their full potential.

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Judith Wilson emigrated from the lovely island of Jamaica at a young age and is a proud citizen of the United States of America.

Judith has affectionately called Lynn home for 36 years.

Judith taught in the Lynn Public Schools for many academic years as a Substitute Teacher.

She is a Social Worker and Mental Health Clinician, a devout mother, a local author, and a speaker. Judith is not limited to these key roles.

She is based in this historic city (Lynn, MA) and has made valuable contributions, helping people in various areas of critical need.

Judith is a college graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Social Work. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Education with a focus on Mental Health.

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