J. Christopher Collins: Lincoln Street School 'a whole jar of smart cookies'

I had the pleasure of being part of the Worcester Education Collaborative’s 13th annual Principal for the Day program on Monday, March 4.  I was assigned to go to Lincoln Street School, which serves children from kindergarten through sixth grade. I was joined by two of my newest friends, Jennifer Hubert of Bay State Savings Bank and Ramon Perez of the Guild of St. Agnes. 

Our host for the day was Assistant Principal Matthew Heenan. I suppose we all take for granted that people like Matt are helping to lead our public schools daily, but I must admit he was a truly positive spirit who has found his calling in our city’s public schools. 

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