Two candidates are seeking election as Southborough’s representative on the school committee for Assabet Valley Regional Technical School. To help you make that decision, I have invited each of them to submit letters to readers. Read the full article → from Candidate’s Letter: Dan Butka (write-in) for Assabet Valley Regional Vocational District
Southborough School News
Stories related to Southborough Public Schools, Algonquin Regional High School, and Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School.
Town Election: A new school committee race and an update on another
I learned yesterday that one of the write-in positions on the Town election ballot is contested. So, it’s time for an update on the June 16th election. Read the full article → from Town Election: A new school committee race and an update on another
Algonquin hopes to hold July 30th Graduation gathering
Over the weekend, Algonquin Regional High School’s administration announced that they are making plans to gather graduates for a ceremony this summer. Read the full article → from Algonquin hopes to hold July 30th Graduation gathering
How ARHS is (and isn’t) honoring the Class of 2020
The details for Algonquin Regional High School’s graduation have been released. It’s not the celebration petitioners are asking for, but graduates will be able to cross a stage, get diplomas, and turn tassels in front of relatives. Read the full article → from How ARHS is (and isn’t) honoring the Class of 2020
Fundraiser for ARHS Facemasks for graduating seniors
A group of community members are seeking to fund face masks for the close to 350 member graduating Algonquin seniors. The initiative is part of an effort to allow seniors to hold some kind of Graduation celebration. Read the full article → from Fundraiser for ARHS Facemasks for graduating seniors
How Southborough Schools are cutting the proposed FY21 budget (Updated)
A look at the cuts being made to cap the Southborough K-8 Schools at a 2% budget increase. Read the full article → from How Southborough Schools are cutting the proposed FY21 budget (Updated)
Finn & Woodward videos: Student Art and teacher/student connections
I’m rounding up video highlights from social media postings by the lower schools. Read the full article → from Finn & Woodward videos: Student Art and teacher/student connections
K-12 families must complete Transportation form(s) (even for kids who don’t take the bus)
Whether or not their kids take the bus, parents need to submit a Transportation Services form for each child who will be attending a Northborough or Southborough K-12 public school in the fall. Read the full article → from K-12 families must complete Transportation form(s) (even for kids who don’t take the bus)
Neary shares music, art, and kindness
Looking at what Neary has been up to, I was delighted to find a series of fabulous videos and digital presentations. Read the full article → from Neary shares music, art, and kindness
NSPAC honoring those who went “the Distance” this year for special needs students
NSPAC was unable to hold an in-person event to celebrate this year’s Go the Distance award recipients, but they are still publicly honoring them. Read the full article → from NSPAC honoring those who went “the Distance” this year for special needs students
Sean Bevan hired as new ARHS Principal
Starting in July, Algonquin Regional will have a new principal. Read the full article → from Sean Bevan hired as new ARHS Principal
Golf Club News: Course reopened for play; Assabet students thanked for work on Golf Clubhouse
The Southborough Golf Club reopened for play today. I’m also catching up on a story on students who renovated the clubhouse. Read the full article → from Golf Club News: Course reopened for play; Assabet students thanked for work on Golf Clubhouse
Corridor 9/495 Regional Chamber of Commerce Scholarship winners
Six ARHS seniors were among the students Corridor 9/495 deemed worthy of this year’s scholarships. Read the full article → from Corridor 9/495 Regional Chamber of Commerce Scholarship winners
Apply now for Assabet’s “Fast Track to Nursing” program
If inspirational stories about healthcare workers have you considering taking up a career in nursing, you’re in luck. You can apply now and become a Licensed Practical Nurse by next summer. Read the full article → from Apply now for Assabet’s “Fast Track to Nursing” program