Superintendent of Westport Community Schools Thomas Aubin announces retirement

WESTPORT — Thomas F. Aubin has announced his retirement as Superintendent of the Westport Community Schools.

Aubin issued a letter on Friday revealing his decision.

“With mixed emotions, I announce my retirement as Superintendent of Schools, effective at the conclusion of my current contract on June 30, 2025. After a forty-one- year career in education, I have decided to step into the next chapter of my life. 

“I have been honored to work alongside an incredible team of educators, staff, students, and families throughout my tenure. Together, we have made great strides in advancing academic excellence, enhancing student support services, and fostering a strong sense of community within our schools. It has been a privilege to serve as an advocate for our students and to contribute to the ongoing success of our district. 

“As I complete my contract, I remain fully committed to ensuring a smooth transition and continuing our district’s progress. I will work diligently in the months ahead to support our schools, faculty, and families while assisting in identifying my successor. 

“I want to extend my deepest gratitude to the entire Westport community for your support, collaboration, and dedication to our students. I look forward to celebrating our collective achievements in the time I have remaining as Superintendent. 

“Thank you for the opportunity to serve this incredible district.” 

Aubin was unanimously voted to the position in March of 2021 after serving as Interim Superintendent of the Westport Community Schools since October 2020. Previously, he served as principal of Westport Jr./Sr. High School and assistant superintendent, a position assumed July 1, 2020.

Superintendent Aubin’s role as assistant superintendent arose in part due to the district preparing to enter the final stage of the Westport Middle-High School Building Project, and he was tasked with overseeing the project.

Previously, Superintendent Aubin served as superintendent/director of the Greater Fall River Vocational School District, as vocational coordinator for GFRVSD for 13 years, and also served as the district’s dean of students.

He also served as the Middleborough High School assistant principal for two years, and has worked in the past with the Massachusetts School Building Authority.

Superintendent Aubin earned a master’s degree in educational leadership from Fitchburg State College and a bachelor’s degree in history from Southeastern Massachusetts University (UMASS Dartmouth).

Additionally, he has served on the Board of Directors of the Massachusetts Association of Vocational Administrators, the Bristol County Office of Economic Development and the Bristol County Chamber of Commerce/Education. He was a 1998 recipient of the Teacher of the Year Award from the Diman Administrators Association.