NEW SECONDARY SCHOOL teachers in grades 6-12 start their careers with the North Reading Public Schools next week. They are (l-r): Matthew Messina, social studies teacher at NRHS; Hannah Small, ELA, grade 6; Matt Cooney, physical education, NRMS; Gabriella Barbuto, adjustment counselor, NRHS; and Chad Buendia, science teacher, NRMS. Missing: Joshua Ellis, science teacher, NRMS. (Maureen Doherty Photo)