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PRESS RELEASE: BRENDA ORTIZ MCGRATH ELECTED TO LYNN SCHOOL COMMITTEE
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CASEL FELLOWS ACADEMY 2025
09/21/2025
CASEL Fellows Leadership 2025 Cohort
The Ortiz McGrath campaign is proud to announce that Brenda Ortiz McGrath has been selected as a scholarship recipient in the CASEL Fellows Leadership 2025 Cohort.
This prestigious fellowship brings together education leaders from across the nation who are dedicated to advancing social-emotional learning, equity, and student success. Brenda’s participation will provide valuable opportunities for professional growth, collaboration, and innovation — strengthening the expertise she brings to her work on behalf of Lynn’s students, families, and schools.
NOVEMBER 4TH GENERAL ELECTION: #3 ON THE BALLOT!
09/09/2025
Three Words. One Choice. The Power of Three.
Lynn, the ballot numbers are in for the November election — and I am proud to be #3 on the ballot for School Committee!
Those three words at the heart of my campaign — Professional. Vision. Experience. — reflect the leadership I will bring to our schools and families.
This November, let’s make #3 more than a number. Let it be the choice for stronger schools, deeper community engagement, and creating the conditions where every student can succeed.
Together, with your voices, your ideas, and our shared commitment, we can build the schools our students and families deserve.
LA VOZ FRONT PAGE ARTICLE
08/28/2025
Front-Page Feature in La Voz
Brenda Ortiz McGrath, candidate for the Lynn School Committee, was recently featured on the front page of La Voz. The article highlights her 20 years of experience as an educator, her service as a high school principal, and her current leadership role as a district administrator in Chelsea Public Schools.
Throughout her career, Brenda has been deeply committed to community partnerships and equity in education. She has consistently centered her work on collaboration with families, educators, and local organizations to ensure that every student has access to the opportunities they deserve.
The La Voz feature underscores Brenda’s vision for Lynn: strong schools grounded in equity, family engagement, and community collaboration.
Read the full feature here:
P.O.W.E.R. MAGAZINE 2025
Congratulations to Brenda!
We are thrilled to share that Brenda has been recognized by the Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized (P.O.W.E.R.) as a 2025 Woman of Empowerment and will be featured in their October magazine edition!
This honor reflects Brenda’s unwavering commitment to empowering others, breaking barriers, and making a lasting difference for the Lynn community and beyond. We are proud to see her leadership and dedication celebrated on such a meaningful platform.
UK INFLUENCER MAGAZINE - VISIONARY LEADER AWARD
07/02/2025
Our campaign team is thrilled to share that Brenda Ortiz McGrath has been officially named the winner of Influencer Magazine UK’s Visionary Leader Award.
This global recognition celebrates Brenda’s lifelong dedication to education, family engagement, and community advocacy. As a longtime educator, social worker, and candidate for Lynn School Committee, Brenda has championed student-centered policies and worked to strengthen the vital connection between families and schools.
Earlier this year, Brenda’s nomination was announced and featured in publications worldwide. Now, the award is official, with Brenda recognized on a Times Square billboard and featured in over 250 media outlets internationally.
Our team sees this honor as a testament to the values driving this campaign: equity, opportunity, and putting students first.
We’re proud to have a leader whose work is receiving global recognition while remaining deeply committed to serving the families of Lynn.
Thank you for being part of this journey. Together, we will build the strong, supportive schools our students deserve.
— The Brenda Ortiz McGrath for Lynn School Committee Team