Maria Teresa Nagel for Woburn School Committee

10/12/2026

A wonderful long weekend in Woburn! From enjoying Porch Fest (and bragging to my kids about my prior life as a rockstar in Nicaragua 😜) to watching Paw Patrol at Spence Farm after dropping off Halloween costumes. Fall is here and we are loving it!

Do you have some costumes your kids have outgrown? There's still time to drop them off so other kids can enjoy them this Halloween! Woburn Rec will be here (at Spence Farm) until 11:30am to give your family some free costumes and take your gently loved ones.

09/25/2026

I am incredibly honored, and honestly a little overwhelmed, to be recognized as one of this year’s Latino Excellence on the Hill nominees, Class of 2026.

Thank you to the Massachusetts Black and Latino Legislative Caucus and the members of the State House for this recognition, and for bringing Latino leaders from across the Commonwealth together during Latino and Caribbean Heritage Month.

I am deeply grateful for the communities that have given me the privilege of serving.

To my Woburn community and our school district: thank you for never tiring of coming together to help one another, speaking up when things are not right, and doing the hard work of building a stronger Woburn for all.

To my colleagues and staff in the City of Somerville: thank you for showing up every day to serve Somervillians and build a more inclusive and welcoming community.

To my family: thank you for the time with me that you sacrifice so I can give my time to others. I could not do this without you.

And most of all, to the thousands of people who have shared their stories with me: thank you.

You have taught me that the people closest to a problem are often the ones who know best how we can begin to solve it. You have trusted me with your hopes, your frustrations, your struggles, and your dreams, and you continue to hold out hope through your fight for a better tomorrow.

Any recognition I receive belongs, in many ways, to all of you.

I am proud to be a Latina. I am proud to serve. And I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to keep doing this work alongside all of you.

It is an honor to serve you. ❤️

09/11/2026

Twenty-five years later, we remember.

We remember the thousands of lives lost on September 11, 2001, and the families who have carried that loss ever since.

We remember the fear of realizing that even the places we believed were safe could become sites of unimaginable tragedy.

And we remember the first responders who ran toward the danger. So many inhaled toxic chemicals at Ground Zero and were told they would be okay. We now know the devastating toll that exposure took, with lives lost in the months and decades that followed.

Their sacrifice did not end that day.

Today, we remember every life lost, on September 11 and in the years since, and every family forever changed.

Never forget.

Credit: Getty images

09/10/2026

One of Woburn's many strengths is the willingness of our community members to show up for one another. The Quigley family needs us to show up for them. Please consider donating and sharing with others in your network.

Dear Friends, Family, and Community, It is with heavy hearts that we share an u… Quigley Family needs your support for Supporting The Quigley Family

06/08/2026

What an incredible day this past Saturday at Kick It For A Cause!

The City Council and School Committee had an absolute blast coming together as a team - laughing, competing, and most importantly, supporting a cause that truly matters.

As School Committee Vice-Chair Ellen Crowley said so perfectly: “I think it's amazing that when a Woburn kid wants to start a non-profit he literally has his whole city government to support him including but not limited to actually playing in a game.”

That’s Woburn. That’s community.

On a personal note, organizations like this mean more than I can fully express. As someone who struggled with suicidality from a young age into my early twenties, I know firsthand how critical it is to have spaces, people, and movements that remind us we are not alone.

If you are struggling right now, please hear this: it does get better, and what’s ahead is worth pushing through. Look around, reach out, and hold on. There are people who care deeply and want to see the rest of your story unfold.

Grateful to be part of a community that shows up for one another in joy, in struggle, and in hope.

05/10/2026

Hoy celebramos a las madres de nuestra comunidad.

A las mamás que crían a sus hijos, los guían, los defienden y los aman en cada etapa… las vemos.
A las educadoras que cuidan, enseñan y están presentes cada día para nuestros niños… gracias por todo el cariño que entregan en cada salón de clases.
A las servidoras públicas que llevan el peso de su trabajo mientras cuidan profundamente de sus propias familias y de esta comunidad… su compromiso importa.

Hoy puede traer muchas emociones.
Para quienes han perdido a sus madres, honramos su duelo y el amor que permanece.
Para quienes tienen relaciones complicadas o dolorosas, respetamos y damos espacio a su verdad.
Y para quienes quizás no son madres en el sentido tradicional, pero que han dado tanto de sí mismas, guiando, apoyando, estando presentes con paciencia, protección y amor… también las celebramos.

La maternidad no es solo un rol. Es un espíritu de cuidado, fortaleza, sacrificio y esperanza. Y nuestra comunidad es más fuerte gracias a eso.

Les deseamos a todas un día lleno de aquello que les brinde consuelo, conexión y paz.

05/10/2026

Today, we celebrate the mothers in our community.

To the moms raising children, guiding them, advocating for them, and loving them through every stage... we see you.
To the educators who nurture, teach, and show up every day for our kids... thank you for the care you pour into every classroom.
To the public servants who carry the weight of their work while caring deeply for their own families and this community... your commitment matters.

Today can hold many emotions.
For those who have lost their mothers, we honor your grief and the love that remains.
For those with complicated or painful relationships, we hold space for your truth.
And for those who may not be mothers in the traditional sense, but who have given of themselves, mentoring, supporting, showing up with patience, protection, and love... we celebrate you too.

Motherhood is not just a role. It’s a spirit of care, strength, sacrifice, and hope. And our community is stronger because of it.

Wishing you all a day filled with whatever brings you comfort, connection, and peace.

05/08/2026

The weather is getting warm, and for parents of young kids this means popsicles and playgrounds! Come get a popsicle and provide your input on this inclusive playground!

We invite you to attend our third Public Meeting regarding the Inclusive Playground Design at Library Field. This session will take place at the Library Field playground from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 12th, and we encourage parents to bring their children to participate. We will be providing free popsicles for anyone in attendance!

Attendance is flexible—you are welcome to arrive at any time and do not need to stay for the full duration. We value input from both you and your children and look forward to hearing your thoughts on the features you like as well as those you feel could be improved.

05/04/2026

We love the James L. McKeown Boys & Girls Club, and today we had a chance to show that love for 5 kilometers at Connolly’s Kick in for Kids 5K Road Race & Health Walk!

The energy was incredible — from the many volunteers cheering runners on, to our police officers helping keep everyone safe, to the folks who donated, made food, or simply came out to support their friends and neighbors. This is what community looks like.

So grateful to be part of a city that shows up for our kids and for one another.

If you weren’t able to join today but would still like to support the amazing work of the Boys & Girls Club, you can contribute here: https://bgcwoburn.org/ways-to-help/donate/

04/26/2026

Tomorrow! Let's talk about Woburn Public Schools.

Woburn, let’s talk!

Join me and for Office Hours on Monday, April 27th from 7:00–8:30 PM at the Woburn Resource Center — a chance to connect, ask questions, and have real conversations about our schools and our community.

Whether you’re curious about the school budget, communication with the district, or anything else on your mind — we’re here to listen and engage.

These conversations matter. Your voice matters. And the best decisions for our schools happen when we build them together.

Looking forward to seeing you there!