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
Southborough School News
Stories related to Southborough Public Schools, Algonquin Regional High School, and Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School.
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
In the media: The Algonquin garden spot in Northborough
The Metrowest Daily News has a story about a garden started by students and faculty at Algonquin. Some crops from the garden are being donated to the Northborough Food Pantry, while others are being frozen for use during nutrition classes next fall. In addition to fruits and vegetables, organizers have planned a serenity garden with Read the full article → from In the media: The Algonquin garden spot in Northborough
Vast majority of Algonquin grads plan to continue their education
With the workforce the way it is today, perhaps it’s no surprise that a whopping 91% of this year’s Algonquin graduates plan to continue their schooling in the fall. According to unofficial numbers presented at last week’s regional school committee meeting, 83% of graduating seniors plan to attend a four-year college in the fall, while Read the full article → from Vast majority of Algonquin grads plan to continue their education
St. Mark’s adopts green practices
St. Mark’s is adopting some changes to make their operations a bit greener. They eliminated the use of trays in their dining center to conserve water and cut down on wasted food. This fall they’ll use an organic approach to maintain their athletic fields. And the Board of Trustees recently adopted a nine point Sustainability Read the full article → from St. Mark’s adopts green practices
In the media: Southborough group awards $33K in education grants
The Metrowest Daily News reported recently that the Southborough Education Foundation awarded $33,000 in grants to fund new programs in Southborough schools and at Algonquin. “So many teachers out there are doing the work and coming up with grant ideas to make the schools better,” said foundation President Nicki Healey. The grant money will go Read the full article → from In the media: Southborough group awards $33K in education grants