In late February, Algonquin student, staff and parents learned that Principal Sara Walsh’s contract isn’t being renewed for next year. Read the full article → from Algonquin principal being replaced – Friday deadline to apply to serve on search committee
Announcements
Virus update: Town services that are still available (Updated)
It appears that there has been confusion about what Town services are and aren’t available now that the offices are generally closed to the public. The latest Town memo seeks to clarify. Read the full article → from Virus update: Town services that are still available (Updated)
Virus Update: Schools release information on access to bagged lunches and tech devices – Apply for free aid now
The Superintendent of Southborough (and Northborough) public schools has released plans for how families can get help. There appear to be no financial need thresholds for the free aid. Read the full article → from Virus Update: Schools release information on access to bagged lunches and tech devices – Apply for free aid now
Virus update: Town on meetings, running for office, and other government business
The Town of Southborough issued another update on the situation with Covid-19. This one answers questions about the Town’s handling of open meetings, interaction with the Clerk’s office around running for office and more. Read the full article → from Virus update: Town on meetings, running for office, and other government business
Virus update: Library Closed; Town House by appointment only; School closure extended; Rec barring “organized” field use; Food Pantry open (Updated-Again)
The Southborough Library announced that it is now closed until further notice out of caution over the Covid-19 pandemic. The Town House is also announced as closed to outside visitors except by appointment. It also updated the public on the virus in Southborough. In addition, the public schools shared that following an announcement by the Governor, they will be closed for three weeks. Read the full article → from Virus update: Library Closed; Town House by appointment only; School closure extended; Rec barring “organized” field use; Food Pantry open (Updated-Again)
Southborough (and Northborough) schools closed until March 30th
Southborough Public Schools are officially closed for the next two weeks. Read the full article → from Southborough (and Northborough) schools closed until March 30th
Town’s official updates on Covid-19: Town Meeting Delayed; Transfer Station open but Swap Shop closed (Updated)
Today, the Town of Southborough issued public statements. Read the full article → from Town’s official updates on Covid-19: Town Meeting Delayed; Transfer Station open but Swap Shop closed (Updated)
Reminder: Pull papers for Town Election by March 20th, file by the 24th
If you’re interested in running for Town Office, you have just one week left to pull nomination papers. Read the full article → from Reminder: Pull papers for Town Election by March 20th, file by the 24th
Coronavirus Closings: Senior Center closed; No School tomorrow; More event cancellations
The Coronovirus related cancellations in town have spiked. Read the full article → from Coronavirus Closings: Senior Center closed; No School tomorrow; More event cancellations
Woodland Meadows Affordable Housing lottery: Open House Saturday, apply by March 28
Two duplexes in Southborough are for sale through a lottery of qualified Affordable Housing applicants. Read the full article → from Woodland Meadows Affordable Housing lottery: Open House Saturday, apply by March 28
More cancellations & postponements: St. Anne’s St. Pat’s party, St. Mark’s Chili Cook-Off, and out of state school trips (Updated)
An update on more cancellations of events in town and an announcement by the district schools. Read the full article → from More cancellations & postponements: St. Anne’s St. Pat’s party, St. Mark’s Chili Cook-Off, and out of state school trips (Updated)
Morning course on “Youth Mental Health First Aid” over Spring Break
Adults (including parents) who interact with youth are urged to take advantage of an almost-free course to learn the signs of kids in need of help. Read the full article → from Morning course on “Youth Mental Health First Aid” over Spring Break
Are you unplugging? National Day of Unplugging sundown tonight to tomorrow
The sundown-to-sundown National Day of Unplugging is next week. Southborough Youth and Family Services is asking our community to participate. Read the full article → from Are you unplugging? National Day of Unplugging sundown tonight to tomorrow
Southborough job listings: Assistant for Council on Aging
I received another posting of jobs available in Southborough. Read the full article → from Southborough job listings: Assistant for Council on Aging