This winter, an Algonquin coach and teacher put himself in harm’s way to help a skier in danger. Read the full article → from ARHS teacher demonstrates heroism (and knowledge of his subject)
Southborough School News
Stories related to Southborough Public Schools, Algonquin Regional High School, and Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School.
Snow Day – February 7, 2018 (Updated)
The call went out. Northborough and Southborough Public Schools are cancelled for tomorrow, Wednesday, February 6th. Read the full article → from Snow Day – February 7, 2018 (Updated)
School music news: Top musicians selected for Symphony Hall; upcoming concerts for grades 4-12

Algonquin has musical accomplishments to boast and news to share. Read the full article → from School music news: Top musicians selected for Symphony Hall; upcoming concerts for grades 4-12
Reminder: District speaker on how science informs music education for all – Monday

The school district is bringing in another expert to talk to parents. This Monday’s talk focuses on the importance of music. Read the full article → from Reminder: District speaker on how science informs music education for all – Monday
Clear your calendar: March 15th is UNscheduled

Southborough Youth and Family Services has announced the annual NON-event of the year, Southborough UNscheduled. The goal is to help families reconnect in an era of over-scheduling and electronic distractions. Read the full article → from Clear your calendar: March 15th is UNscheduled
Creating Successful Students: Parent workshop – Feb 12

Although the program is hosted by The Northborough-Southborough Special Education Parent Advisory Council, it will address “all types of learners”. Read the full article → from Creating Successful Students: Parent workshop – Feb 12
N-S School decisions on religious holidays (observance and policy) and Professional Development Days

Southborough and Northborough schools will continue observing “high” religious holidays next year. To help smooth the start of the school year, the Professional Development schedule is being adjusted instead.
Observance of holidays won’t be reconsidered in near-future years, unless there is a “compelling” reason. In addition, the schools will adopt a policy for handling other religious holidays. Read the full article → from N-S School decisions on religious holidays (observance and policy) and Professional Development Days
Southborough Gardeners scholarship applications due April 16

The Southborough Gardeners are promoting their annual scholarship, plus 11 other opportunities. Read the full article → from Southborough Gardeners scholarship applications due April 16
District speaker: Music’s effect on the brain and heart – February 5th

Above: Dr. Kathleen Howland gave a TED talk in Spain on the healing power of music. In a few weeks, she’ll be coming to Southborough to talk to parents about the scientific impact of music. (image from YouTube) The school district is bringing in another expert to talk to parents. This time, the focus is Read the full article → from District speaker: Music’s effect on the brain and heart – February 5th
Southborough job listings: Harvard Book Depository specialist, Business Admin, ASL interpreter and more

I received another posting of jobs available in Southborough. Read the full article → from Southborough job listings: Harvard Book Depository specialist, Business Admin, ASL interpreter and more
Trottier students taking the Polar Plunge for Special Olympics (or chickening out for the cause) – Feb 15

Trottier Middle School is hosting a special Special Olympics fundraiser this winter. Read the full article → from Trottier students taking the Polar Plunge for Special Olympics (or chickening out for the cause) – Feb 15
CA: Schools continue research into feasibility of solar arrays
The Northborough and Southborough School district is moving into the next phase of its Solar Feasibility study. The Community Advocated covered the discussion at last month’s Combined School Committee meeting. Read the full article → from CA: Schools continue research into feasibility of solar arrays
Another Snow Day: School Cancelled for Friday, January 5th

The Superintendent made the call. School is cancelled for tomorrow. Read the full article → from Another Snow Day: School Cancelled for Friday, January 5th
Snow Day: January 4, 2018

School is cancelled for tomorrow, Thursday, January 4th. Read the full article → from Snow Day: January 4, 2018