MARLBOROUGH – When the school year begins in a few weeks, Kane Elementary School will welcome at least 19 new students.
During the School Committee meeting on Aug. 2, Superintendent Mary Murphy presented details on the registration night held for immigrant/refugee families at the Holiday Inn on Aug. 1.
At the event, Marlborough Public Schools provided interpreters for Spanish and Creole, as well as assistance in registering. The district registered 25 students – 19 elementary, six secondary.
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“It was one of the most joyful nights we’ve ever experienced,” said Murphy. “The kids are so excited to come to school.”
Most of the new elementary students will attend Kane because it’s the only school with enough space to add a classroom.
Since many of the new students do not speak English, Murphy recommended one English language teacher, one classroom teacher and two translators. The funds will come from grants recently obtained by MPS.
Murphy added that MPS will continue to work with Elliot Community Family Services of Lexington, an agency that offers a variety of programs for at-risk individuals and families.
The committee voted to approve the hirings and to change the date of its next meeting to Tuesday, Aug. 29.
