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The Public Schools of Northborough and Southborough
NSboro News
Tuesday, November 18, 2025
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The Proctor School 4th and 5th grade Informance on Thursday evening was a success. Congratulations to Becky Makara and Colleen Ferguson for their work with students and for organizing the event. Photo Credit: Stacy Mahoney.
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The Public Schools of Northborough and Southborough |
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"Educate, Inspire, Challenge" |
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Dear Parent(s) and Guardian(s),
While reading Algonquin Regional High School's Student Newspaper, The Harbinger, I came across an opinion piece by Amy Zhang, Assistant News Editor, which tackled the topic of academic competition and pressure. The article is both insightful and exceptionally well-written, offering a thoughtful examination of an issue that many students experience firsthand. I highly recommend reading the piece. Gregory L. Martineau
Superintendent of Schools
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| The Public Schools of Northborough and Southborough FY’27 Budget Process |
The budget process centers on one guiding question: What resources are needed to support student learning, maintain facilities, and ensure best practices in the coming year? Throughout the process, the District’s strategic plan, Vision 2026: Educate, Inspire, Challenge, and each school’s improvement plan shape decisions. The work is collaborative, involving leadership teams, educators, committees, and community stakeholders.
September–October: Setting Budget Priorities
In October, the School Committee develops and approves Budget Priorities for the coming year. Using these priorities, the Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent of Finance collaborate with District leaders, principals, and educators to identify the necessary resources. The School Committee's Operational Budget subcommittees also meet to review initial budget requests and gain an understanding of the financial landscape.
Preliminary Budget (November - December)
The School Committee reviews the Preliminary Budget at its December meetings, all of which are public and posted on the District website. The Superintendent presents projected expenses, including contractual obligations, utilities, enrollment trends, and special education needs, as well as new staffing and resource requests.
Recommended Budget (January–February)
In January or February, the Superintendent presents the recommended budget, informed by input from directors, principals, curriculum leaders, and educators. It incorporates School Committee priorities, collective bargaining requirements, state and federal mandates, and Vision 2026 initiatives.
Adjustments reflect fiscal constraints, operational efficiencies, and revenue estimates. The school committees review the budget with the Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent of Finance, and the town finance boards also meet with the committees to understand broader budget impacts.
School Committee Approval (January–February)
The school committees deliberate within the town's fiscal limits and vote to approve or disapprove the budgets. These discussions highlight both the cost of daily operations and the investments needed to sustain high-quality teaching and learning.
Public Hearing and Town Meeting Vote (March and April)
In March, a public Budget Hearing is held to gather feedback and answer questions. Final budget approval occurs at each town’s annual meeting, where residents debate and vote on the proposed budget and related fiscal items.
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Looking for a night out: Don't miss Algonquin Regional High School's Fall Play |
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School Committee Meetings |
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Northborough School Committee
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
7:00 PM
Agenda - TBD
ARHS Library
79 Bartlett Street
Northborough, MA 01532
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Southborough School Committee
Wednesday, December 11, 2025
6:30 PM
Agenda - TBD
P. Brent Trottier Middle School Library
49 Parkerville Road
Southborough, MA 01772
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Regional School Committee
Wednesday, November 19, 2025
6:30 PM
Agenda
ARHS Library
79 Bartlett Street
Northborough, MA 01532
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Combined School Committee Meeting
Northborough School Committee
Southborough School Committee
Regional School Committee
Superintendency Union #3
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
5:30 PM
Agenda - TBD
ARHS Library
79 Bartlett Street
Northborough, MA 01532
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Superintendent's Office Hours |
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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
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