News  Hampden Superior Court Probation hosts community celebration for local school children

Rosa Maldonado-Brown, Hampden Superior Court Chief Probation Officer and Lorna Spencer, Statewide Supervisor for Superior Court, hosted an ice cream social and backpack giveaway for 30 students from the Rebecca Johnson School in Springfield.

The December 6th event was held at the Johnson School and featured performances by the school's drummers and cheerleaders.
 

"We were excited to hold this event for this group of school children who regularly participate in our court's annual Cultural Appreciation Week. Community engagement events such as this celebration for children and Cultural Appreciation Week are a great way for us to interact with members of the community and help educate them about the courts and probation," said Mrs. Maldonado-Brown.

“Perhaps one of these students might a future  probation officer, clerk, or judge," Mrs. Spencer commented.

Regina Evans-Cox, the 4th and 5th graders' teacher, added “These events provide a valuable Civics lesson while also offering a fun way for students to connect with professionals in the courts and learn about their roles and how their work impacts the community."