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Informational Update: NSboro News - October 28, 2025

Posted Date: 10/28/25 (4:30 PM)





The Public Schools of Northborough and Southborough 
NSboro News 
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
ARHS Unified Basketball Team Plays Agaginst Grafton

Algonquin Regional High School's Unified Basketball Team competed against Grafton on October 21, 2025. 

Photo Credit: Laura White, Harbinger Visual Editor
Laura is a senior and the Visual Editor. Outside of Harbinger, she plays cello for the school orchestra and the Worcester Youth Symphony Orchestra. She has photographed for the Worcester Red Sox, the Premier Lacrosse League, and Cirque du Soleil outside of Harbinger.

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Dear Parent(s) and Guardian(s),


Leadership News: 

Finn Elementary School
Mr. Clayton Ryan, Principal of the Mary E. Finn Elementary School, has announced his plan to retire at the conclusion of the 2025–2026 school year. Throughout his twenty-six-year tenure in the District, Principal Ryan has been an exceptional and compassionate leader whose commitment to students, faculty, staff, and families has shaped the District into the caring and vibrant learning community it is today. His leadership has been defined by his belief in the potential of every child, a collaborative spirit, and a focus on fostering a culture of belonging and joy in learning.

Neary School
Additionally, Ms. Kathleen Valenti, Principal of the Margaret A. Neary School, has announced her plan to retire at the end of the 2025–2026 school year. Principal Valenti has been a dedicated leader, consistently encouraging the Neary community to “put their best foot forward” for over a decade. Her commitment to fostering a culture of learning, belonging, and kindness has shaped Neary into a place where students are known, supported, and inspired to reach their fullest potential.

Looking Ahead

We will miss both Principal Ryan’s and Principal Valenti’s leadership and steady guidance. We are grateful for the year ahead, during which they will continue to lead with the same dedication and thoughtfulness that have been the foundation of their careers. Over the coming months, the Public Schools of Southborough will begin searching for the next principals of the Finn and Neary Schools. Opportunities for community input will begin in early November, and additional details about each search process will be shared soon.

Please join me in extending heartfelt appreciation to Principal Ryan and Principal Valenti for their service to our students, staff, and families.

Respectfully,
Gregory L. Martineau
Superintendent of Schools


School Committee Meetings

Northborough School Committee
Wednesday, November 5, 2025

6:30 PM

Agenda  (TBD)

Lincoln Street School Cafetorium

76 Lincoln Street

Northborough, MA 01532

Southborough School Committee
Wednesday, November 12, 2025

6:30 PM

Agenda (TBD)

P. Brent Trottier Middle School Library

49 Parkerville Road 

Southborough, MA 01772

Regional School Committee
Wednesday, November 19, 2025

6:30 PM

Agenda (TBD)

ARHS  Library

79 Bartlett Street

Northborough, MA 01532





Combined School Committee Meeting

Northborough School Committee

Southborough School Committee
Regional School Committee

Superintendecy Union #3

Wednesday, December 3, 2025

5:30 PM

Agenda (TBD)

ARHS  Library

79 Bartlett Street

Northborough, MA 01532

Link to the Massachusetts Association of School Committees' website.

Superintendent's Office Hours

Office Hours

In-person office hours provide a time and space for parents and guardians to connect with the Superintendent about questions, feedback, or concerns about their student or their experience with The Public Schools of Northborough and Southborough. 

Monday, November 3, 2025, from 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM - Algonquin Regional High School Career Resource Center

Monday, January 26, 2026, from 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM - Lincoln Street School Library

Monday, May 4, 2026, from 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM - Woodward School Library

Other News
NSboro Music AssociationA flyer announces a Snow Day Raffle to benefit the Northborough Education Foundation.Poster promoting the 'Say Something' anonymous reporting system for students in grades 5-12.Poster for a 'Words of Wellness' event discussing childhood mental health and digital media.Halloween Business Stroll advertisement with spooky decorations and event details.
911 Silent Call ProcedureMPY Parenting SolutionsA flyer promoting a book club with the theme 'Words of Wellness'.
After School Activities
Poster advertising after-school classes at Mary Finn, including Dodgeball and Mindfulness Yoga.Poster advertising after-school classes at Woodward, including sports and art.Poster advertising after-school classes in Southborough, with class names and dates.
Key Information
Transportation NSboro 2025-2026 District Calendar
Transportation Student Calendar


Say Something 
Anonymous Reporting System

Northborough School Committee
Southborough School Committee
Regional School Committee
Say Something Anonymous Reporting System School Committee Meeting Dates


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Parent and Community Organizations
Northborough/Southborough Special Education Parent Advisory Council Northborough Education Foundation Southborough Community Fund
Algonquin Athletic Booster Club, Inc. Algonquin Parent Teacher Organization Northboro Southboro Music Association