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James Vaznis

James Vaznis writes about K-12 education and previously covered crime, higher education, suburban issues, and New Hampshire. Prior to joining the Globe in 2002, Vaznis worked as a reporter at the Concord Monitor and the Daily News of Newburyport.

Latest stories

Roxbury college, nearby high school to team up

By James Vaznis , Globe Staff

Madison Park students would be able to enroll at Roxbury Community College, enabling them to earn a high school diploma and associate’s degree.

Overhaul urged at Madison Park high school

By James Vaznis , Globe Staff

Parents, alumni, and community activists are galvanizing to stop what they call the “downward spiral” of Madison Park Technical Vocational High School.

BOSTON

BU dean Hardin Coleman named to Boston School Committee

By James Vaznis , Globe Staff

Hardin Coleman, dean of Boston University’s School of Education, has been appointed to the Boston School Committee, Mayor Thomas M. Menino announced Thursday. Coleman will take over the seat once held by John Barros, who stepped down in April to run for mayor. Coleman’s stay on the committee could be brief.

Mayor Menino appoints Boston University dean Hardin Coleman to Boston School Committee

By James Vaznis , Globe Staff

Hardin Coleman, the dean of Boston University’s School of Education, has been appointed to the Boston School Committee, Mayor Thomas M. Menino announced today. Coleman will take over the seat once held by John Barros, who stepped down in April to run for mayor. Coleman’s stay on the committee could be brief. The term is set to expire Jan. 6, and if he wants to continue on the committee, he would have to seek reappointment.