Dear Rice Square School Families and Staff,
I am writing to share bittersweet news. On July 1, I will no longer be the Principal of the Rice Square Elementary School. For the 2024-25 school year, I will be taking on a new position as Principal of Thorndyke Road Elementary School.
Fjodor Dukaj, who is currently the Principal of the Clark Street Community School, will become the Principal of Rice Square School. I have worked with Mr. Dukaj and can speak to his extensive experience in school leadership. He grew up in Worcester and was named WPS Administrator of the Year in 2023-24.
In mid-May, Mr. Dukaj will visit Rice Square to observe and meet with staff and students. He will share more information about the transition in a letter to families in early June, and will provide families and staff an opportunity to meet with her prior to the start of the 2024-25 school year. I ask that you welcome him with open arms.
It has been an honor and a privilege to work with so many wonderful students and staff at Rice Square. As I will still be part of the Worcester Public Schools family, I look forward to continuing to be part of this community, just in a different role. Thank you for your support.
Sincerely,
Susan Dohahue
Principal
Rice Square Elementary School