North Attleboro High School Alumni Association

Marilou Pasquine
Excellence in Education Award
2026

Born on May 6, 1964, in Brockton, Massachusetts, Marilou Pasquine devoted her professional life to education, connection, and the belief that relationships are at the heart of meaningful learning. After graduating from Brockton High School, she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Framingham State College and later a Master's degree from Bridgewater State College, laying the foundation for a career defined by intellectual curiosity and compassion.

Marilou spent 30 years teaching English at North Attleboro High School, following earlier teaching experiences at Natick High School, Silver Lake Regional, and Stoughton High School. From the moment she arrived in North Attleboro, she found a school community that felt like family, as it was a place where colleagues supported one another, and students were known, valued, and challenged to think deeply. Over the years, she taught more than a hundred students annually, reading countless essays and engaging in conversations that made her laugh, reflect, and grow alongside her students.

What made her career in North Attleboro especially meaningful was the spirit of unity that extended beyond the classroom. She fondly recalls the camaraderie of the faculty room, where she felt both overwhelmed and grateful to be surrounded by such thoughtful, dedicated educators. That sense of belonging carried her through both joyful milestones and difficult moments in her personal life, as colleagues celebrated her marriage, the birth of her children (both NAHS graduates), and stood beside her during times of illness and loss.

Professionally, Marilou embraced every opportunity North Attleboro offered. She taught a wide range of English courses, from Media and Mystery to Protest Literature and Critical Thinking, and helped develop new offerings, including an American Studies course co-taught with Derek Herber and a film class as a writing elective. Later in her career, she even expanded into teaching psychology through the History Department, reflecting her belief in lifelong learning and interdisciplinary thinking.

Mentorship played a vital role in Marilou's journey. Early in her career, she shared a prep period with Elaine Bedard, a teacher she admired deeply for her professionalism, generosity, and unwavering commitment to her students. The mentorship she received from Elaine Bedard proved transformative.

Outside of school, Marilou treasures time with her husband Frank, their children, and extended family, along with reading and spending time in Gloucester. Yet it is the laughter shared with students and colleagues alike that she remembers most.

Being recognized by the NAHS Alumni Association affirms what mattered most to her: that the connections forged in the classroom endured. As she reflected upon her retirement, she captured it best: she learned and laughed through her thirty years, and no one could ask for more from a career.