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Get to Know Michelle

  • Grew up in Plymouth; graduated from Plymouth South High School

  • Played field hockey at Sweet Briar College; earned a degree in history and international affairs

  • Completed dual master’s degrees in public administration and political science at Suffolk University

  • Early involvement with Plymouth No Place for Hate (now Plymouth for All)

  • Elected to Plymouth School Committee; served over 13 years, including 2 years as chair

  • Career in higher education fundraising and alumni relations (Massasoit Community College and Massachusetts Maritime Academy)

  • Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE)

  • Recipient of Cape & Plymouth Business Media 40 Under 40 Award

  • Sworn in as State Representative for the 1st Plymouth District in 2025

  • Focuses on affordability, transparency, and opportunity

  • Committee assignments include:

    • Joint Committee on Housing

    • Joint Committee on Emergency Preparedness and Management

    • Joint Committee on Higher Education

    • House Committee on Federal Funding, Policy, and Accountability

Leadership & Impact Record

Throughout my first term as State Representative, and prior to that as a leader on the School Committee, I’ve worked with local and state leaders to address concerns and find real solutions for our community.

I remain committed to listening, working hard, and representing you on Beacon Hill.

2025 - Present

State Representative

  • Over $3 Million secured for the town, nonprofits, and business in Plymouth.

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  • Resolved over 400 constituent cases, helping individuals and families cut through government red tape.
     

  • 2025 Legislator of the Year for the Massachusetts Mental Health Counselors Association

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  • 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award from the Massachusetts Association of School Committees​

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  • Convening Emergency Food Provider Round Tables

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  • 37 Bills filed, including school transportation, climate, Veteran needs, nuclear issues, and more

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  • 1 of 4 freshman legislators out of 21 who have made their inaugural speech in the first year

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  • Focused on keeping residents informed through Friday updates, monthly podcasts, and robust social media to share news and progress
     

  • Convening Disabilities Access round table and Emergency Food Providers working group

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  • Attended well over 500 events throughout the community in 2025

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  • Elected President of State Rep. Class of 2025

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  • 2026 Celiac Disease Foundations Policy Leadership Award

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  • 2026 Mass PTA Honoree- Committed to Children Award

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  • Strives to keep inbox on 0

2011 - 2024

School Committee Member, Vice-Chair & Chair

  • Oversaw the operations of Plymouth's school system including over $127 Million budget

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  • Contributed to the development of Plymouth’s two acclaimed high schools

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  • Led a district-wide solar plan saving over $6 Million

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  • Expanded full-day kindergarten

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  • Strengthened curriculum (health, AP, and English language learners)

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  • Supported student safety (allergy policy, emergency planning, safe gun storage awareness)

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  • Advanced equity work, including launching the Diversity Committee 

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  • Advocated for a whole-child approach to education, including the arts, athletics, and extracurriculars

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  • Helped organize the first Community Health Fair (2022)

See Where Michelle Stands On Key Issues
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