HPS Appoints Kathryn Roberts as Assistant Superintendent

HPS Appoints Kathryn Roberts as Assistant Superintendent

Monday, May 22, 2023 – Hingham Public Schools is thrilled to announce the appointment of Kathryn (Katie) Roberts as permanent Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction by the School Committee at their May 22nd meeting. 

During the 2022-2023 school year, Roberts held the role of Interim Assistant Superintendent for Hingham Public Schools. During her time as interim, Roberts coordinated the district’s efforts to support curriculum efforts across grades K-12 and support the professional development of staff.  In addition, she has supported the implementation of the district’s strategic plan in multiple ways this year including coordinating many efforts to strengthen the Multi-Tiered Systems of Supports in our elementary grades.

“Katie Roberts has been instrumental in supporting the implementation of many facets of our district’s teaching and learning efforts this year. We are excited to have her as a permanent member of the Central Office as we continue to move into the second year of our Strategic Plan,” shared Margaret Adams, Superintendent of Schools.  

Roberts has been with the Hingham Public Schools for over twenty-five years and has held several roles in her tenure. Before becoming Interim Assistant Superintendent, Roberts served as K-12 Science Director for eleven years. Roberts has also served as K-5 Science Specialist, Hingham High School science teacher, and Hingham Middle School science and math teacher. 

Kathryn Robert’s educational background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Biology and Government from Dartmouth College and a Master of Science degree from Northeastern University. Roberts is currently pursuing her Doctorate in Innovative Curriculum and Instruction from Northeastern University and holds a Massachusetts Superintendent License.