In a few weeks, the combined school committees for Northborough and Southborough will meet hold another discussion about the 2018-19 school calendar. This time, they hope to take a vote. Read the full article → from School committees hope to vote on calendar – December 20
Southborough School News
Stories related to Southborough Public Schools, Algonquin Regional High School, and Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School.
Scheduling district Pre-K screenings begins next week
The district has announced its upcoming integrated preschool screening for the next school year will take place on January 5, 2017. Read the full article → from Scheduling district Pre-K screenings begins next week
8th grade families invited to Assabet’s Showcase – December 6
Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School is holding a “Showcase” for 8th grade students and parents. Read the full article → from 8th grade families invited to Assabet’s Showcase – December 6
ARHS Athletic Hall of Fame inducting 10 new members
Next week, Algonquin Regional High School will again be inducting former hometown heroes and MVPs into their Athletic Hall of Fame. Read the full article → from ARHS Athletic Hall of Fame inducting 10 new members
Grants announced by Southborough Community Fund (and NEF)
SCF is awarding $53,590 worth of grants to organizations benefiting the Southborough community, including for a special after school program at Algonquin.
The announcement was a reminder that I never shared news about two grants the high school was awarded by the Northborough Education Foundation this fall. Read the full article → from Grants announced by Southborough Community Fund (and NEF)
Woodward “Green Team” asks for your vote to win outdoor garden
Woodward School’s the Green Team, is vying to win an outdoor garden and a picnic table made of recyclable materials. They are asking for you “votes” to help. Read the full article → from Woodward “Green Team” asks for your vote to win outdoor garden
Southborough’s Veterans Day observances (Friday closings and Saturday ceremony)
Southborough residents are invited to honor our country’s veterans at a Veterans Day observance on November 11.
In honor of the holiday, some facilities are closed on Friday and/or Saturday. Read the full article → from Southborough’s Veterans Day observances (Friday closings and Saturday ceremony)
Algonquin roundup: New administrators profiled and new enforcement of old school policies
I’m overdue on sharing some of the news I’ve come across about Algonquin Regional High School this fall. So, it’s time for another roundup. This one will focus on coverage of the administration team.
It includes a story that shows some rankle among students over what the administration calls “consistent” enforcement of old school policies. Read the full article → from Algonquin roundup: New administrators profiled and new enforcement of old school policies
Register for ice skating lessons and after school skiing/snowboarding – deadlines approaching
If you’re interested in signing your child up for winter recreation, better act soon. Skating lessons and the after-school ski/snowboard program have registration deadlines coming up this month. Read the full article → from Register for ice skating lessons and after school skiing/snowboarding – deadlines approaching
Photos: Halloween fun 2017 in Southborough (and our schools)
A look back at Halloween in Southborough, in pictures. Read the full article → from Photos: Halloween fun 2017 in Southborough (and our schools)
District invites parents considering preschool options to Finn open houses
If you are interested in checking out the preschool at Finn School for next year, save the dates for open houses this month. Read the full article → from District invites parents considering preschool options to Finn open houses
Neary School collecting candy (and/or cash) for troop care packages through November 9
Have too much candy in your house? Neary School will be happy to take it off your hands and ship it overseas. Read the full article → from Neary School collecting candy (and/or cash) for troop care packages through November 9
Algonquin MCAS results, how 10th grade fared
Last week, I shared news on Southborough’s MCAS results. I promised to share Algonquin’s results later in the week. I’m finally following through. Read the full article → from Algonquin MCAS results, how 10th grade fared
Student teaching science while competing for international prize – vote through Nov 2nd
A Southborough 15 year old is competing for an international prize by communicating a complex idea in “engaging, illuminating, and imaginative ways”. Hopefully, you’ll “like” his effort. Read the full article → from Student teaching science while competing for international prize – vote through Nov 2nd