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Just a few words of introduction and welcome from Mark Thompson, newly
appointed Principal at Lincoln Middle School, as he joins our
educational community. 
“Life can be a reflection of
mistakes and missed opportunities that can make you feel incomplete or
unfulfilled. However, I choose to look at all my life’s experiences, both
good and bad, as lessons that made me a better person and who I am today.”
-Mark Thompson, New Principal at Lincoln Middle School.
Those who work with children are
entrusted with our most cherished gifts. All children deserve to feel safe,
protected and valued. Educators are true heroes because they give their
heart, soul, and dedication to their profession as they meet new challenges
to enable all children to learn. They show tremendous enthusiasm, pride and
joy as they watch students grow and work at becoming successful today and
far into the future. Educators are also there when students stumble and fall
and are always willing to help pick up the pieces. I am proud to call
myself an educator and am even more pleased to be Lincoln Middle School’s
new principal that includes great teachers, students and parents.
Deeply rooted between elementary school
and high school is a unique and distinct time in a child’s life. During the
years as early adolescents, ages 10-14, there are so many changes, both
physiological and psychological, that a child faces as he/she discovers who
they really are. Middle schools are staffed by educators who have
specialized training to understand, support, nurture, and assist children
with the academic and social skills necessary to meet the challenges they
will face in high school and as life-long learners.
I am married to Marilyn L. Thompson,
Portsmouth High School History Teacher. I have two sons, Brandan, a high
school junior and Connor, who is in seventh grade. I also have two
step-sons, Dennis, a high school freshman and Devin, who is in sixth grade.
Finally, I have a step-daughter Jessica, who is in seventh grade.
Educational Background:
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Masters of Secondary School Administration-Providence College (2001).
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Bachelors of Arts in Secondary Education/Social Science-Rhode Island
College (1991) Teacher of Middle School Social Studies/High School
History, History-Anthropology, Geography, Political Science, Sociology.
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Endorsements-Middle School Social Studies and Content ESL Teacher.
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Teacher (1991-2001), Assistant Principal (2001-2004) and Principal
(2004-2010).
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Principal
Lincoln Middle School (2010-Present)
I would like to thank the Lincoln
education community who is giving me this opportunity to build on the
excellent work that has given the district notoriety throughout our state. |
