Dr. William Goldstein

I just saw Mr. Goldstein's obituary today. I wish to express my deepest sympathy's to his family and friends. I knew Mr. Goldstein personally as I was a teacher at the "new" Trumbull High School when it opened in 1972. I had come up from teaching science at Hillcrest Junior High School to be a Physics and physical science teacher, where I stayed for two years before returning to college for an advanced administrative degree. I remember Mr. Goldstein very well, even though we only had a few...

I used to hide out in Dr. Goldstein's office when I didn't want to go to class. We would just sit and talk, and then he'd give me a pass to class so I wouldn't be in trouble for being late. He made me feel very protected in school. I never knew about his early years and was moved when reading it. My deepest condolences to Howie, Wayne, and Danny.

Today marks exactly one year since our dad passed away. This is a story from 22 years ago that was supposed to be included in the article about him that came out in the Ct newspapers, but it ended up only a quick reference. We have always been big boxing fans, and I had become friends with the very bright, articulate Hall of Fame Sportscaster Jim Lampley around 1992, and Jim was generous enough to comp us ringside for HBO's legendary first fight between Arturo Gatti and Micky Ward (from...

It was my privilege to work for Dr. Goldstein when he was Superintendent of Schools in Rocky Hill, CT. He was a dynamic leader, who promoted academic achievement and the development of, what used to be called, "well-rounded students." In short, he wanted kids to be involved in academics, sports, and the culture of their country and civilization. He was a role model for everything that he promoted, which was rare among the administrators that I worked for during my 37 years in the...

I fondly remember Dr. Goldstein during his tenure as superintendent in Rocky Hill. When I applied for the position of Spanish teacher at the high school in 1980, my interview consisted of one question. He pointed to a painting on the wall of his office and said. "This interview consists of one question. Give the name of the painting and the artist." Since I was applying for the Spanish teaching position, and the painting was by Salvador Dali and was his painting entitled "the persistence of...

Rest in peace Dr. Goldstein. Thoughts and prayers to your friends and family. Your student from THS Class of '72.