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LOCAL EDUCATION NEWS & EVENTS

Stay in the loop with local education news and events in Massachusetts & get to know about latest developments, educational initiatives, and upcoming events that impact your community. Our concise updates cover Massachusetts education news and highlight significant education events, keeping you connected to the evolving educational landscape in your locality.

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Algonquin student earns National Merit Scholarship

Two local high school seniors were among 840 from around the country to earn a National Merit Scholarship.

Shrewsbury School Committee revises district homework policy

A new homework policy is coming to Shrewsbury Public Schools after the School Committee voted to approve a revised policy April 26.

BVT offers practical nursing program for adults

BVT's part-time evening practical nursing program is currently accepting applications for August 2023 enrollment.

Playground at Armstrong school in Westborough almost finished

Armstrong Elementary School students will have to wait a little bit longer before they can use their new playground.
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Shrewsbury School Committee unveils strategic plan

The School Committee unanimously approved a strategic plan for the district effective from 2023 to 2027 during their April 26 meeting.

Shrewsbury School Committee praises superintendent’s performance

Superintendent Joe Sawyer has received an “exemplary” performance review from the School Committee, as reported on April 26.

BVT honors students from Grafton

Blackstone Valley Regional Vocational Technical High School has released the superintendent-director’s commendation list for the trimester.

Westborough bus drivers to vote on union representation, says NRT

While drivers in Marlborough staged a strike that lasted three days, drivers for Westborough remained on the job.

Algonquin Inclusive DECA hits the runway

Inclusive DECA program held a fashion show that showcased unique outfits and the school’s ability to include those with different abilities.

Buses continue to roll in Westborough as Marlborough drivers strike

Whether they will continue to roll will depend on whether a contract settlement can be reached between Teamsters Local 170 and NRT Bus.

Negotiations continue for new bus contract for Westborough, Marlborough

Negotiations for a new school bus drivers' contract between Teamsters Local 170 and NRT Bus are going down to the wire.

Westborough announces contingency plan for bus drivers’ strike

Should a bus drivers’ strike take place on Monday, May 8, Westborough Public Schools has provided the following consolidated locations for dropoff and pickup.

St. John’s senior named semifinalist in Presidential Scholars Program

St. John’s senior Alex Naliath is one of 628 semifinalists and was selected from over 5,000 candidates. In total, there were 12 semifinalists from Massachusetts.

Westborough braces for possible bus drivers’ strike

As Westborough Public Schools prepares for a possible bus drivers' strike early next week, its superintendent is among those urging Teamsters Local 170 and NRT Bus to come to a settlement for a new contract.

Library service award available to graduating high school students

Applicants can now apply for the $500 Northborough Free Library Service Award. The deadline for the application is May 15.

School bus drivers may go on strike May 8

Schools in Westborough, Marlborough and Framingham are bracing for a possible strike by school bus drivers next week.

YMCA branch honors BORO Program

In recognition of the work that BORO students have done, the YMCA of Central Massachusetts awarded the BORO Program its award for 2023 Global Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Volunteer of the Year.

Students catch glimpse into future at Oak Middle School Career Day

Over 60 professionals from a variety of career fields converged at Oak Middle School to share their experiences with nearly 500 students.

Northborough approves ARHS athletic complex at Town Meeting

Northborough voters have approved the Algonquin Regional High School (ARHS) athletic complex during Town Meeting April 24.

Saint John’s senior named Coca-Cola Scholar

Saint John’s senior Arjun Nargolwala has been named as a member of the 35th class of Coca-Cola Scholars, one of 150 people selected.