Parents expressed concern last night about the Regional School Committee’s knowledge of Common Core issues. What ended up front and center again was frustration over school committee communication practices. And again, the school committee pointed to Open Meeting Law as responsible for stifling discussion. Read the full article → from Parents petition Regional Committee for Common Core pro/con forum; discussion stifled
Algonquin administration considering alternative schedule changes: Faculty voting on preferences
Superintendent Christine Johnson said an earlier proposed schedule did what it was intended to do: spark conversation and exchanging of ideas. Since then, faculty have been proposing, discussing, and are continuing to vote on several alternative schedules. Read the full article → from Algonquin administration considering alternative schedule changes: Faculty voting on preferences
On the market this week in Southborough
What went on and off the market this week. Read the full article → from On the market this week in Southborough
High school robotics honors and awards
Last month local high schools competed in WPI’s FIRST Robotics Competition NE District championships. Both Algonquin and Assabet walked away with something to boast about. Read the full article → from High school robotics honors and awards
Summer concert series starts June 18: Free music helps fund “Send a Kid to Camp” again
Southborough Youth & Family Services and Southborough Recreation Department are teaming up again to run their second Summer Music Series.
The goal is to produce family friendly entertainment while supporting an important cause. Read the full article → from Summer concert series starts June 18: Free music helps fund “Send a Kid to Camp” again
BOS changes: New voices and increasing transparency
Last night, the Board of Selectmen met for the first time since the Town Election. Read the full article → from BOS changes: New voices and increasing transparency
Go on a “Journey to Abusurdity” next week
lgonquin students are embracing the absurdities in life. Next week the Dramahawks are performing a collection of short plays around the theme. Read the full article → from Go on a “Journey to Abusurdity” next week
Memorial Day observances this weekend (Updated)
Here is the information you need to observe Memorial Day in Southborough. Events begin with the annual flag placement in the rural cemetery Friday night. Read the full article → from Memorial Day observances this weekend (Updated)
Obituary: James H. Nutter, III, 84
James H. Nutter, III, 84, of Southborough died after suddenly being stricken ill on Sunday, May 17, 2015. Read the full article → from Obituary: James H. Nutter, III, 84
Read all about it: Woodward 2nd grader gets the scoop in one-on-one with Governor
There’s a new reporter covering the local beat. But if you don’t have a child in her 2nd grade class, you probably haven’t seen her work. Read the full article → from Read all about it: Woodward 2nd grader gets the scoop in one-on-one with Governor
Tonight’s ARHS a capella concert is raising funds to save souls
An Algonquin a cappella group, SOULfege, is holding a concert tonight. Their purpose is to help prevent suicides. Read the full article → from Tonight’s ARHS a capella concert is raising funds to save souls
SOLF annual meeting: Talk on changes in Mass bird life; granting award to Rep. Dykema – May 27
“Turkeys in Suburbia” and other local bird life changes will be the focus of a presentation at SOLF’s Annual Meeting. Read the full article → from SOLF annual meeting: Talk on changes in Mass bird life; granting award to Rep. Dykema – May 27
Continuing to remember FF Ken Strong
Southborough firefighters continue to remember their “brother”, Ken Strong. Read the full article → from Continuing to remember FF Ken Strong
The week in government: Transfer Station rules discussion; Fitzgerald’s lot, school start time update, and new bus contract
A list of board and committee meetings for the week with my selected highlights from the agendas. Read the full article → from The week in government: Transfer Station rules discussion; Fitzgerald’s lot, school start time update, and new bus contract