You might remember last year there was considerable discussion about Southborough’s MCAS scores, in particular whether our numbers were up to par with comparable districts. This year, the schools hope to get out in front of the MCAS messaging. Read the full article → from Southborough schools to host MCAS forum – Tuesday, October 23
Southborough School Events
Coverage of events related to Southborough Public Schools, Alqonquin Regional High School, Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School, and private schools in town.
NSPAC presents ‘Basic Rights in Special Education’ – October 16
Northborough/Southborough (NSPAC) and Westborough (SEPAC) Special Education Parent Advisory Councils Announce “Basic Rights in Special Education” on Tuesday October 16, from 7:00-9:00pm in the library at Algonquin Regional High School, 79 Bartlett Street, Northborough, MA. Read the full article → from NSPAC presents ‘Basic Rights in Special Education’ – October 16
Reminder: Finn Fall Festival on Friday night
Carnival-style games, face painting, crafts, and the always-popular bake sale will highlight the Finn Fall Festival on Friday night. All families are invited – you don’t need to have a child at Finn to attend. Read the full article → from Reminder: Finn Fall Festival on Friday night
Seeking sponsors for the Finn Fall Festival – October 12
Carnival-style games, face painting, crafts, and the always-popular bake sale. You’ll find it all at the Finn Fall Festival on October 12. Organizers say they’re expecting upwards of 200 people to come out and enjoy the family fun, and they’re looking for sponsors who would like to lend their support. Read the full article → from Seeking sponsors for the Finn Fall Festival – October 12
Sign up for after school recreation programs starting September 4
With school starting this week, it’s time to start thinking about signing your kids up for Southborough Recreation’s popular Recreation After-school Program (RAP). Registration begins on Tuesday, September 4. Classes start the week of September 10. Read the full article → from Sign up for after school recreation programs starting September 4
Calling members of the Class of ’92: It’s reunion time
Members of the Algonquin Class of 1992 are planning their 20th reunion, and they’re looking to spread the word to all their fellow alum. Read the full article → from Calling members of the Class of ’92: It’s reunion time
Northborough-Southborough to host safe school initiative
Later this month, Algonquin will play host to a training program that aims to prevent targeted acts of violence in our schools. It’s a topic that has taken on heightened meaning in light of recent tragedies. Read the full article → from Northborough-Southborough to host safe school initiative
An evening of jazz: Trottier Big Band to play with saxophonist Walter Beasley – Thursday
On Thursday, June 14, the Trottier Middle School Big Band will welcome to the stage “musical Renaissance Man” Walter Beasley at the school’s annual Jazz Night. Read the full article → from An evening of jazz: Trottier Big Band to play with saxophonist Walter Beasley – Thursday
Southborough Montessori school invites parents to open house on Thursday
If you’re the parent of a little one and you’re starting to think about preschool, consider attending an open house at Southborough’s Montessori Children’s House on Thursday. Read the full article → from Southborough Montessori school invites parents to open house on Thursday
Two spring concerts at Trottier this week: One TONIGHT, one Thursday
Students at Trottier will be wrapping up the school year with two concerts this week – one tonight and another on Thursday. Read the full article → from Two spring concerts at Trottier this week: One TONIGHT, one Thursday
Annual Pops Night concert at Algonquin on Wednesday
The annual Pops Night concert is a tradition that dates back at least as far as my days in the Algonquin orchestra. That is to say, it’s been going on for a long time. This year’s concert takes place on Wednesday, and it’s a great chance to hear all the Algonquin music ensembles have to offer. Read the full article → from Annual Pops Night concert at Algonquin on Wednesday
School district to discuss strategic planning at public meeting on Tuesday
The Northborough-Southborough schools are embarking on a project to develop a new strategic plan that will guide the district over the next decade or so. They’ll introduce the project to the community at a public meeting tomorrow night. They’re also looking for volunteers to join the Steering Committee. Read the full article → from School district to discuss strategic planning at public meeting on Tuesday
Neil Simon comedy opens at Algonquin on Thursday
The Algonquin spring play opens on Thursday, and this year’s selection is Neil Simon’s comedy “The Good Doctor.” Directed by Algonquin English teacher Tom Alera, the show features Zach Lusk, Alex Lafreniere, Brittany Price, Max Ludwig, Sarah Gittins, and Andy Hamilton. Read the full article → from Neil Simon comedy opens at Algonquin on Thursday
Reminder: NSPAC Go the Distance awards ceremony TONIGHT
Tonight the Northborough/Southborough Special Education Parent Advisory Council (NSPAC) will host its second annual Appreciation Awards evening at Algonquin. The organization’s Go the Distance awards recognize those who have gone above and beyond to improve the lives of children with special needs. Read the full article → from Reminder: NSPAC Go the Distance awards ceremony TONIGHT