Musical Notes: ARHS’ Once Upon A Mattress & other NSBORO music news

Next week, Algonquin students will hit their big stage to entertain with “a whimsical and witty musical”. It’s a show geared to entertain all ages.

While I’m sharing those details, I’m also throwing in some other news/updates related to the Northborough-Southborough Schools’ music program. Read the full article → from Musical Notes: ARHS’ Once Upon A Mattress & other NSBORO music news

Nature Programs for Tots to Adults at the Library (Updated)

Sign up for programs that include Nature Story Times, interactive programs for older kids and teens, and Nature Journaling for teens and adults.

I’ve previously shared news on a series of nature programs the Library has been offering this fall. Since then, new programs have been added, and the scope and age groups expanded. They include three next week. Read the full article → from Nature Programs for Tots to Adults at the Library (Updated)

Southborough & School Merch Fundraiser for SOS — Ends Tuesday

The parent organization for K-8 Public Schools is tapping into town and school pride (and early holiday shopping) with an apparel fundraiser.

SOS (Southborough Organization for Schools) is promoting a fundraiser that ends this Tuesday (November 18th). Their online shop is offering a wide variety of school themed clothing. Plus, they’re selling an ever wider variety of Southborough gear. Read the full article → from Southborough & School Merch Fundraiser for SOS — Ends Tuesday

Post-Season Update: Some Titans head to XC State Championships

ARHS qualified to send one Cross Country team and 2 individual runners to this week's State Championships

I have a correction to a mistake I made in last Thursday’s post about Algonquin Boys and Girls teams performance at the Cross Country League Championship. Plus, I have the results from their recent Division Championships. Read the full article → from Post-Season Update: Some Titans head to XC State Championships

Big changes coming to ARHS graduation requirements

Starting with next year's freshman class, Algonquin students will be required to meet the state's "Common Core" requirements. The increased "rigor" should mainly impact about 10% of students.

Until recently, the Algonquin Regional High School administration defended its decision to not adopt the MassCore graduation standards. But, thanks in part to the state using special grants as an incentive, ARHS is changing it’s tune. Read the full article → from Big changes coming to ARHS graduation requirements

Town receives grant for Downtown “Branding & Wayfinding” project

The $30K state grant will help with economic development efforts downtown. Larger grants the Town applied for to help with Rte 9 development were denied.

Southborough has been awarded a “Massachusetts Downtown Initiative” grant, covering $30,000 worth of technical assistance for a Branding & Wayfinding project. Read the full article → from Town receives grant for Downtown “Branding & Wayfinding” project

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