Pictured above is a Veterans Day placemat created by one of our students, featuring the American flag and a hero who served our country. At Monday’s Whole-School Meeting, we also read America’s White Table by Margot Theis Raven and discussed Veterans Day as an opportunity to honor and thank those who have served.
Recognition continued throughout the week as we celebrated our first Neary Values Champion, Lottie (Mrs. Head's class) from 5th grade. After being randomly selected from our student nominations, Lottie took responsibility for choosing the next champion. She reviewed anonymous nominations, considering only the actions described and how each student demonstrated our value of "Be Ready". On Wednesday, she passed the Values Championship belt to Charlie from Mrs. Garand’s class, who then selected Caleb (Mrs. Finnegan's class) as our next champion this morning.
This leadership opportunity asks students not only to live our Neary values, but also to notice and celebrate the good choices of others. The belt will continue moving through our community until the end of the month, when a new nomination process will open, and students can recognize peers who demonstrate what it means to "Be Responsible". Enjoy the photos below.
My best,
Tom
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As we head into cold and flu season, we’d like to keep a supply of tissues available for classrooms and staff who need them. If you’re able, please consider sending in a box or two. Donations will be added to our shared supply closet. Thank you for helping us keep tissues on hand for our school community! |
School begins at 8:45 a.m. To be on time, students must be inside the building by 8:45. We appreciate everyone’s partnership in helping students arrive on time and ready to begin their day. |
Join Westborough Fit Body Boot Camp for its fifth annual Diwali Bollywood Workout, a high-energy community event with boot camp exercises set to Bollywood music. Hosted by local parent and gym owner Coach Vik Desai and his wife, Aarti, the event will celebrate the Festival of Lights. All proceeds from the event will be donated to Neary!
Saturday, November 14
Admission is $10 for adults. Neary teachers and staff, Fit Body Boot Camp members, and children may attend for free. Children do not need to register, but must come with a participating parent. Neary staff should contact Coach Vik to reserve a free spot. Register here.
Please wear comfortable indoor shoes and bring a water bottle. Festive colors or Indian attire are encouraged. Spots are limited, and additional donations are welcome at the event.
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Neary’s Picture Retake Day will be held on Monday, November 9. Students participating in retakes should bring their original picture package, if available. Families may still place an order at my.lifetouch.com using Picture Day ID EVT4G8RJ3. Completed orders will be sent home with students after Retake Day. |
From November 2–13, Neary will host a sneaker drive to support a local Girl Scout troop. Drop off your donated sneakers in the designated collection box at school. Children’s and adult shoes are welcome, in any condition, brand, style, or size. Donated sneakers will be repurposed, and the fundraiser will help support the troop and its projects. Every pair makes a difference! |
The town’s Annual Southborough Satisfaction Survey is now open, and your perspective as a parent matters. Sections of particular interest to families include Housing, Quality of Life & Schools (about 3 minutes), Youth, Family & Social Services (about 2 minutes), and Recreation (about 3 minutes).
Every section is opt-in, so you can answer only the topics that matter to you. New topics this year include Drone Delivery, the Senior Center & Council on Aging, and Affordable Housing.
Take the survey at sboro.org by the end of November. Results will be shared in December. Thank you for helping shape the future of our community!
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All families are welcome at the next ELPAC meeting on Tuesday, November 10, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. in the Algonquin Regional High School Library. ELPAC brings families, educators, and community members together to support multilingual learners and share family perspectives with the district. Interpreters, free pizza, and free babysitting will be available. No English is needed, and the whole family is welcome. |
Several local and state programs are available to support families who may benefit from supplemental food or meal assistance:
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Southborough Food Pantry: Located at Pilgrim Church, 15 Common Street. Open Thursdays from 6:00–7:00 p.m. and Fridays from 9:00–10:00 a.m. Call 508-485-4847 or email southboroughfoodpantry@gmail.com.
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Southborough Free Fridge: Located behind St. Mark’s Episcopal Church Parish Hall at 27 Main Street and available 24 hours a day. Community members may take what they need or leave what they can.
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Northborough Food Pantry: Located at 37 Pierce Street. Open Wednesdays from 9:00–10:30 a.m. and Thursdays from 6:30–8:00 p.m. Call 508-393-6897 or email info@nfpantry.org.
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Nutrition 68: Provides weekend food bags for Northborough students. Families may contact their school nurse or complete the confidential form below for more information.
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SNAP: Provides eligible families with assistance purchasing groceries.
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WIC: Provides nutrition support for eligible women, infants, and young children. Call 1-800-942-1007 or 617-721-6601, Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Free Community Meals
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Community Meals: Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. at Trinity Church, 23 Main Street, Northborough.
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Our Father’s Table: Mondays and Thursdays at 5:00 p.m. at New Hope Church, 204 Main Street, Marlborough.
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Feed a Neighbor: Anyone in need of a meal may call 978-310-7051.
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The Public Schools of Northborough and Southborough are hiring education support professionals, food services staff, and substitutes. These roles offer the opportunity to support students and schools in our community, with flexible options available. If you or someone you know is interested, visit nsboro.k12.ma.us/employment to learn more and apply. |
Neary continues to collect items for the Southborough Food Pantry. Each class has been assigned an item to donate; please see the wishlist for your child’s class and send donations to school by Friday, December 11. Thank you for helping support our neighbors! |
Southborough Boy Scout Troop 92 invites families to its Annual Kids Shop on Saturday, December 5, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Southborough Senior Center, 9 Cordaville Road. Children can shop for quality gifts in a safe, supervised setting with support from the Scouts. The event will also include a bake sale, gift wrapping, and photos with Santa from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Proceeds from the Kids Shop will benefit a local charity. |
The overall project is approximately 99% complete. This morning, we met with the project manager and general contractor to review progress. All drain replacements are complete. The work remaining is cosmetic and will continue for another week.
We are on target to finish all construction activities on November 13th. We will then move into creating punch list items and awaiting warranty inspections.
The contractor will be demobilizing over the next 7 days. We do appreciate everyone’s patience as we navigate through the final stages of the project.
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- 11/9: Picture Retake Day
- 11/9-11/13: Book Fair Shopping
- 11/11: No School in Observance of Veterans Day
- 11/12: Early Dismissal & Conferences (1-3P & 5-7P)
- 11/13: Early Dismissal & Conferences (1-3P)
- 11/25: Pre-Thanksgiving Early Dismissal (11:50A)
- 11/26: No School
- 11/27: No School
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53 Parkerville Road
Southborough, MA 01772
(508) 481-2300
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