Stories related to Southborough Public Schools, Algonquin Regional High School, and Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School.
A Southborough author and mother chronicled the difficult and bittersweet journey of Trottier’s 2012-2013 Big Band and its beloved leader. Recently, key players from the story came together to celebrate its publication. Read the full article → from Southborough author honors Trottier teacher and students in “Mr. Clark’s Big Band”
This Saturday, is New England Center for Children’s 11th Annual Walk/Run for Autism. Read the full article → from NECC’s 5K Walk/Run for Autism this Saturday
The search for a Principal of Finn School has been re-opened with a May 1st deadline for applications. And the school is seeking another parent to join the search committee. Read the full article → from Principal hirings: Finn & Algonquin searches rebooted; seeking parent for Finn committee; Woodward pick in negotiations
In December, the Southborough School Committee supported parents’ desires to make full day Kindergarten tuition free. But, given the costs to making a change, it’s something they planned to “transition in”.
What that transition will mean to parents in potential tuition decreases this coming fall and the next few is still unclear. Read the full article → from Full Day kindergarten “transition”: Tuition won’t be eliminated this fall
Site visits for the candidates are scheduled for Monday, April 10th and include opportunities for parents/the community to meet the finalists for Finn and Woodward principals. Read the full article → from Meet the finalists: Finn and Woodward principal candidates site visit with Meet & Greet – Monday
This week, the announcement of finalists for Finn and Woodward principals spurred at group of parents to protest. Now the “passed over” candidate they rallied behind is thanking them, but asking them to back down. Read the full article → from Principal finalists for Finn (and Woodward) announced; Vice Principal asks upset supporters to respect committee’s choice (Updated)
If you have a child with special education needs, two upcoming meetings may be of interest. Read the full article → from NSPAC’s monthly “Coffee and Connect” – April 5 (at C’est La Vie)
Southborough and Algonquin students have plenty to brag about. Here’s a roundup of recent academic honors. Read the full article → from Student academic achievements: Masters of words, math, business and more (Updated)
On Tuesday, May 23, the Northborough/Southborough Special Education Parent Advisory Council (NSPAC) will host its annual Go the Distance Award ceremonies. Read the full article → from Has someone made a difference to your special needs child? Nominations open for ‘Go the Distance’ awards
Southborough and Algonquin students have been exhibiting their artistical and musical talents. Read the full article → from Student Arts: Musical performances, art displays and more (Updated)
An expert on helping children overcome stress in order to learn is coming to our district. His presentation is for all parents. But, parents of kids with Learning Disabilities/ADHD will want to take special note. Read the full article → from Stress/Putting kids on the path to success – Monday, April 3rd
Looks like school will be delayed in Southborough (and Northborough) Wednesday morning. Read the full article → from School Delay: March 15, 2017 (Updated)
Southborough Public Schools and Algonquin Regional High School are cancelled for Tuesday. Read the full article → from No school tomorrow: March 14, 2017
I mocked the groundhog as being wrong a few weeks ago on the blog. (It certainly seemed like spring was coming.) Now Mother Nature’s the one laughing. Read the full article → from Prepare for the big storm