There hasn’t been much good news on the budget front this year, but School Superintendent Charles Gobron got to share some last night. Gobron told the school committee that thanks to additional cuts, cooperation from teachers, and some help from Uncle Sam, the school was able to trim their budget by an additional $350K. Read the full article → from Good news (finally!) on school budgets, along with some words of caution
Southborough School News
Stories related to Southborough Public Schools, Algonquin Regional High School, and Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School.
Who made the Algonquin honor roll last term
Algonquin recently released its honor roll for the second term of the school year. There are three levels of honors, with Principal’s List being the highest. Read the full article → from Who made the Algonquin honor roll last term
NSPAC sponsors talk on special education law
On March 23, the Northorough Southborough Special Education Parents Advisory Council (NSPAC) will present a talk on special education laws and the rights of parents and students. Read the full article → from NSPAC sponsors talk on special education law
Parent technology workshop: Internet Skills in the 21st Century
The Northborough-Southborough school district’s Technology Department is hosting an workshop for parents on Internet skills. There are two sessions to choose from, one on March 23 and another on April 15. Both start at 7:00 pm and take place at Algonquin. Read the full article → from Parent technology workshop: Internet Skills in the 21st Century
Southborough students celebrate Dr. Seuss
Theodor Seuss Geisel — known to you and me as Dr. Seuss — would have turned 106 on Tuesday, and all week students in Southborough have been celebrating his legacy. Read the full article → from Southborough students celebrate Dr. Seuss
Southborough won’t vote on Algonquin reimbursement compromise this year
We’ve talked a lot about the things that will be on the warrant at town meeting this year, but here’s one that won’t be. Read the full article → from Southborough won’t vote on Algonquin reimbursement compromise this year
Would raising fees help solve the school budget crisis?
We all know there are two ways to balance a budget: cut costs or increase revenues. And while the Advisory Committee last night had their share of suggestions on ways to cut costs in the school budgets, they spent a fair amount of time talking about ways to bring more cash into the districts. Read the full article → from Would raising fees help solve the school budget crisis?
Southborough share of regional school budget to increase by 5%
The regional school committee on Wednesday night approved a budget for the coming fiscal year that is a 0.66% increase over the current year’s budget. But because of growing enrollments, Southborough’s share of the budget will be 5% higher than it was last year. Read the full article → from Southborough share of regional school budget to increase by 5%
A look at Algonquin enrollments – and what it might mean for your taxes
The Regional School Committee meets tonight to vote on the budget for the 2010-2011 school year. It’s a budget that may prove expensive for Southborough. Read the full article → from A look at Algonquin enrollments – and what it might mean for your taxes
Tech director hopes to integrate PCs at Trottier
From the Apple IIe’s I used in school to the latest generation Macs the kids use today, Apple computers have long been the technology of choice for Southborough schools. But that could change. Read the full article → from Tech director hopes to integrate PCs at Trottier
Sponsors and teams sought for third annual spelling bee
The third annual Southborough Education Foundation Spelling Bee will take place on Friday, March 26 at 7:00 pm at Trottier Middle School. It’s an evening of fun for a great cause. Read the full article → from Sponsors and teams sought for third annual spelling bee
Update: How much has the Bonus Bucks program brought in?
Earlier this year I told you about the A+ Bonus Bucks program from Stop & Shop that lets you earn money for Southborough schools as you shop. I thought it would be interesting to check on how much money the program is bringing in. Read the full article → from Update: How much has the Bonus Bucks program brought in?
Self defense classes for Algonquin seniors
Complimentary self defense classes sponsored by the Algonquin Parent Teacher Organization. Read the full article → from Self defense classes for Algonquin seniors
Increased Algonquin enrollments may mean increased costs for Southborough
When it comes to next year’s fiscal situation, we’ve spent a lot of time on this blog discussing the Southborough school budget. Little attention (so far) has been paid to the regional school budget, but turns out, that one could have just as significant an impact on Southborough taxpayers. Read the full article → from Increased Algonquin enrollments may mean increased costs for Southborough