There are a number of new teachers in Southborough schools this year, and notably, a number of new principals. Algonquin has a new principal, as do two of the four K-8 schools in town. Here’s a summary of the changes: Algonquin Thomas Mead joins as principal to replace the retired Ed Gallagher New teachers include Read the full article → from With a new school year comes new staff
Southborough School News
Stories related to Southborough Public Schools, Algonquin Regional High School, and Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School.
It’s back to school for Southborough kids
I heard the familiar sound of a school bus rumbling down my street this morning as Southborough students headed back to school. As always, be on the lookout for increased traffic around the schools during drop off and pick up times. School is in session during the following hours: Algonquin Regional High School – 7:20 Read the full article → from It’s back to school for Southborough kids
Paul Gaffney resigns from school committees, replacements sought
The Southborough and regional school committees have some “big shoes to fill,” said Superintendent Charles Gobron. Those big shoes belong to Southborough resident Paul Gaffney who last week formally resigned his position on both the Southborough School Committee and the Northborough/Southborough Regional School Committee. Gaffney told committee members back in June that he had accepted Read the full article → from Paul Gaffney resigns from school committees, replacements sought
Some helpful back to school links
With the start of school less than a week away, summer is nearly over for kids in Southborough. Teachers return on Monday, and classes begin on Wednesday, September 2 in all Southborough schools. If you’re a parent scrambling to get organized before the school year starts, here are some links to help you out. All Read the full article → from Some helpful back to school links
Southborough school bus routes posted
Figure out when you need to get the kids out the door. The 2009-2010 bus routes (.pdf) for Algonquin, Trottier, Neary, Woodward, and Finn have been posted on the school district website. (Did you know Algonquin pick-up starts at 6:35 am? All I can say is – yikes.) You can also check out an electronic Read the full article → from Southborough school bus routes posted
Sports tryouts, band camp, freshmen orientation and more at Algonquin
The Algonquin Parent Teacher Organization (APTO) passed along some important start-of-year dates. You can find more information on preparations for the school year — along with advice especially for freshmen and their parents — in the APTO August newsletter. 8/24 – Sports physicals, 8:00 am 8/24 – Football tryouts, 8:00 am 8/24-26 – Band camp, 6:00 Read the full article → from Sports tryouts, band camp, freshmen orientation and more at Algonquin
Southborough kids head back to school soon
It’s hard to believe, but school starts in just over two weeks. Teachers return on Monday, August 31, and the first day of school is two days later on Wednesday, September 2. And while that doesn’t seem very far away, this year’s start date is actually on the later side. As a point of comparison, Read the full article → from Southborough kids head back to school soon
Made in the shade at Woodward
During some scorching Southborough summers, I’ve been know to zig zag across the street while out on a walk to find the shadiest route possible. Needless to say, I haven’t had to do that much this summer. But on those few days this summer when shade has been desirable, the kids playing at Woodward have Read the full article → from Made in the shade at Woodward
Committee formed to research PILOT donations
The Boston Globe today has an article on PILOT (payment in lieu of taxes) donations by nonprofits, and it focuses largely on Southborough. Of note, here’s a quote from a Fay School spokeswoman that I’m sure you’ll appreciate: The Fay School feels an obligation to be a good citizen of Southborough. To meet that obligation, Read the full article → from Committee formed to research PILOT donations
Southborough resident develops children’s literature class at Algonquin
I recently finished the sixth Harry Potter installment (just in time for the movie), and I can tell you that despite the fact that Harry Potter is classified as children’s literature, it has some pertty grown-up themes. And I’m not the only Southborough resident to think so. Algonquin senior Maggie Rousseau came up with the Read the full article → from Southborough resident develops children’s literature class at Algonquin
Algonquin students make Metrowest Daily News all-star teams
A number of Algonquin students were honored by the Metrowest Daily News with spots on their spring all-star teams. You can see a list of teams on their website, but here are some of the Algonquin students who were recognized: Graham Henningson (baseball) Carly O’Connell (girls lacrosse) Carolyn Mukai (girls lacrosse) Mike Vulcano (boys lacrosse) Read the full article → from Algonquin students make Metrowest Daily News all-star teams
Construction underway on new Fay School complex
Fay School has started construction on their new primary school complex off Middle Road. The buildings, designed to have the look and feel of a New England village, will house Fay’s new kindergarten and pre-kindergarten classes. The historic Goodnow House, built in 1819, will be incorporated into the complex. Construction is expected to be finished Read the full article → from Construction underway on new Fay School complex
Summer concert series at St. Mark’s starts Friday
As part of their fourth annual Summer Music Festival, St. Mark’s will host a free concert series starting Friday and featuring performances by both students and faculty. All concerts take place in the Class of 1945 Hall in the Performing Arts Center (map) and are open to the public. Here’s the schedule (via Wicked Local Read the full article → from Summer concert series at St. Mark’s starts Friday
Memorial poster for Dennis Wrenn
Southborough resident Sue Teplansky has created a memorial poster for Algonquin music director Dennis Wrenn who died earlier this year. The full-size poster measures 11×17 and costs $20. A portion of the proceeds go toward the Dennis Wrenn Scholarship Fund. You can find more information, including how to order the poster, on Sue’s website. Read the full article → from Memorial poster for Dennis Wrenn