7/24/2019 Statement from Mashpee Superintendent Brian Hyde

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Dear Editor,

While my family and I are relieved that I have been found not

guilty of all charges arising from a residency check, no one won

today.

There is nothing more humbling than facing a jury of your peers,

knowing in your heart that your intentions were to enforce the

School Districtspolicy, yet understanding that good intentions are

not always enough.

Being in the eye of a media storm has been an ordeal for my family,

the King family, and the Mashpee community. While Iacknowledge and agree that I am passionate about my work and

steadfastly driven to lead our district to excellence, I have been

reminded of the value of communication, the importance of

partnership and the responsibility of leadership.

For our schools, this ordeal has distracted attention away from

what matters mosteducating our students. I am saddened that

this trial took the spotlight away from the great work that our

teachers have been doing in the Mashpee Public Schools. Because

of the commitment of our teachers, over the past two years, the

Mashpee Public Schools have continually improved, as has our

accountability-rating based on student success on statewide

tests. For our families, Im sorry for how these charges and the

subsequent trial detracted from the Mashpee pride that we so want

to instill in our educational community.

For my family, the King family, our staff and the families ofMashpee, I am sorry for what occurred but relieved that this

chapter is behind us. As I look to the future, it is my greatest hope

that Isabel King finds fulfillment and success during the remainder

of her senior year at Mashpee High School.

7/24/2019 Statement from Mashpee Superintendent Brian Hyde

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You cannot go through this experience without it changing

you. As a former History teacher, I taught my students about

innocence until being proven guilty. I never anticipated that this

standard would be applied to me so personally and professionally.

One walks away more humble, more reflective, and moreappreciative of the little things. I better understand that throughout

our lives, each decision we make and every action we take must be

made with great and thoughtful care.

I look forward to doing what I love most: working with teachers,

students, and families to move our school system forward.

In the steadfast pursuit of excellence, I remain sincerely yours,

Brian A. Hyde

Superintendent, Mashpee Public Schools