MELROSE — Following is a joint statement from the School Committee and Superintendent of Schools Adam Deleidi.
The Melrose School Committee and Superintendent of Schools Adam Deleidi announced that Superintendent Deleidi has resigned from his position with the district, effective on Friday, June 13, 2025, the last day of this school year.
Superintendent Deleidi requested an early departure from his three-year contract. Both Mr. Deleidi and the School Committee are working collaboratively and are committed to ensuring a smooth transition for the Melrose Public Schools.
The District is in discussions with Assistant Superintendent Cari Berman and the plan is for her to assume the role of Acting Superintendent, effective Friday, June 6, 2025, allowing a transition with Mr. Deleidi during the last week of school. In addition, former Superintendent John Macero has joined the Melrose Public Schools as a senior advisor for the coming months to work with Acting Superintendent Berman, district leaders, and the Committee to support the district and develop a full transition plan.
Mr. Deleidi expressed gratitude to Melrose, saying that “working in Melrose has been meaningful and rewarding, and I am proud of all that we have accomplished together. I want to thank the leadership team, staff, families, community, and Committee for the opportunity to serve this district. Professionally, I am looking forward to new opportunities, but personally, I am going to miss working with the students of the Melrose Public Schools.”
“The Committee is grateful to Mr. Deleidi for his service, and we wish him well,” said School Committee Chair Dorie Withey. “We appreciate both Assistant Superintendent Berman and Mr. Macero for their dedication to Melrose and for serving our students, staff, and families during this transition time. Everyone is committed to ensuring the continued smooth operation of the district, and we will continue to communicate with the community with regards to next steps.”