Informational Update-Panda Post -September 19, 2025

Posted Date: 9/19/25 (6:00 PM)

Literacy Block in Mrs. Slattery's Class
In small partner groups, students are assigned one chapter of a nonfiction book about fall. They read the chapter while recording key details. Then they wrote the main idea of each chapter based on their details.

Marguerite E. Peaslee Elementary School

A Vibrant Student Centered Learning Community

MESSAGE FROM DR. COAKLEY

Dear Parents and Caregivers,

I’m delighted to see our students embracing their learning with energy and excitement. Our teachers have begun exploring the curriculum, designing lessons that foster both academic growth and social development. The positive, focused energy throughout the building has set a strong foundation for a successful and rewarding year ahead.

We invite community members to serve as facilitators for our annual Ed Camp, providing students with a rich variety of learning opportunities. Your diverse talents and expertise create engaging and inspiring experiences that tap into students’ interests and make for an outstanding learning environment.”

Don't forget about the Applefest Parade tomorrow!. Lineup will begin at 11:15 AM at Lincoln Street School, and the parade will start promptly at 12:00 PM. Show your school spirit and community pride by marching with teachers, staff, students, families and the PEASLEE PANDA.

We look forward to seeing everyone on Saturday! Have an AWESOME week! Remember on Tuesday schools will be closed for Rosh Hashanan!

Dr. Mary Coakley, Principal

IMPORTANT DATES

September 15th-October 15th- Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

September 19th- Applefest Parade Today! 12-1:00, line up at 11:00 am at Lincoln Street School

September 22nd-Grade 3 Strings Lessons begin today!

September 23rd-No School Rosh Hashanah

September 29th- CinemaKidz Northborough Recreation Afterschool Program Begins (9/29-11/17)

October 2nd- No School: Yom Kippur

October 3rd-Titan Games

October 7th-Sheryl Faye Enrichment Program Grades 2-4

October 9th- Soccer Northborough Rec Afterschool Program Begins (10/9-11/20)

October 10th-Ed Camp 1:20-3:15

October 13th- No School: Columbus Day

October 20th- No School: Diwali

ANNOUNCEMENTS

E-BIKES AND E-SCOOTERS MESSAGE FROM KEITH LAVOIE-ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT

The safety and well-being of our students and school community is always our top priority. Recently, we’ve seen more electronic bicycles (e-bikes) and scooters around our schools. While these devices are a popular way to get around, they can create safety risks due to their high speeds, limited visibility, and potential danger to riders, pedestrians, and drivers.

After careful review and consultation with the Northborough and Southborough Police Departments, e-bikes and e-scooters are now prohibited on all school campuses. This decision, made out of caution and concern for everyone’s safety, will help prevent accidents and maintain a secure environment for our students and families.

To support this protocol:

Signs will be posted at every school as a reminder.
School administrators will work with families to identify safe alternatives for traveling to and from school, including walking, using a traditional bicycle, riding the bus, or drop-off and pick-up by family members.

We appreciate your understanding and partnership as we take this important step to keep our campuses safe and welcoming for everyone. Thank you for supporting our efforts to protect our school community.

VOLUNTEERS WANTED ~ ED CAMP 2025- OCTOBER 10TH

Do you have a passion or skill that you can share with some awesome elementary school students?

Peaslee School is looking for volunteers from the Peaslee community! On the afternoon of Friday, October 10th students in grades 3-5 are participating in EdCamp. EdCamp started as professional development for teachers. Called an “unconference”, teachers are able to participate in personalized, authentic learning.

At Peaslee School, we would like our students to have a chance to select learning opportunities that are unique and individualized to them as they enjoy their own EdCamp! Ideas for learning opportunities may include: science experiments, gardening, yoga, learning a language, technology, music, nature walks, origami, art, literacy, math games, sports. . . With YOUR COMMUNITY SUPPORT and CREATIVITY, we can offer almost anything!!

If you are interested in running a session please return the attached PDF or send a message to Colleen Griffin (cgriffin@nsboro.k12.ma.us) or Andi Daunais (adaunais@nsboro.k12.ma.us) by Wednesday, September 24! We are also happy to answer any questions you may have. SESSION TIMES: 1:30-2:10 p.m. -and- 2:20-3:00 p.m.

A PICTURE IS WORTH A THOUSAND WORDS.