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Marguerite E. Peaslee Elementary School

A Vibrant Student Centered Learning Community

Informational Update-Panda Post -January 9, 2026

Posted Date: 01/09/26 (05:00 PM)





GRADE 4 NEW YEAR RESOLUTIONS!
Marguerite E. Peaslee Elementary School
A Vibrant Student Centered Learning Community

Dear Peaslee Families and Caregivers,

Happy New Year to all! As we continue in our efforts to promote a strong culture of reading at school and at home, we’re excited about the community-wide initiatives this year that help ignite students’ enthusiasm for reading.


In September, our district librarians launched a reading program that invited students and community members to explore a variety of books centered around monthly themes. This program has been a great way to build excitement around reading and to encourage students to make reading a regular part of life at home. On February 3rd, school librarians will host a Community Celebration at the Algonquin Library from 5:30–7:30 p.m. This fun, student-friendly event will celebrate the reading students and community members have done so far and encourage continued participation in this year’s reading challenge.


Additionally, the Northborough Public Library will host a Winter Reading Kickoff that will take place during school for students in Grades K–5, culminating with an additional special event on June 27th.


Whether students are eager readers or still finding their way, our focus is on helping every child grow as a reader. By encouraging reading both at school and at home, and through our community-wide initiatives, we aim to help every student build a meaningful, everyday reading routine.


Best wishes for a great weekend and week ahead!

Dr. Mary Coakley, Principal 








IMPORTANT DATES                                  
January 12th- Incoming Kindergarten Registration Begins
January 14th- Internet Safety and Bullying Prevention Program Worcester District Attourney's Office Grade 4
January 16th Hands on Nature- Winter Wildlife 9:45 1st Grade Classroom
January 19th- Martin Luther King Jr. Day ~ No School

January 22nd- Peaslee Band/Chorus Winter Concert, 6:15 pm Band/6:30 Chorus

January 27th  Northborough Public Library Winter Reading Kick off

January 27th Building Committee Meeting

January 30th- Report Cards Sent to Families/Caregivers 3:00 pm


ANNOUNCEMENTS                                  

SPIRIT WEAR DRIVE | January 15 – February 15

The Northborough Youth Commission is excited to host a Spirit Wear Drive from January 15 through February 15. Families are invited to donate gently used or outgrown school spirit wear to help support students in our community. Once collected, all items will be laundered and returned to the school nurses to be distributed and used as needed. A donation bin will be available in the school lobby for students to drop off items. Our Fifth Grade Student Council will help advertise, collect and organize the donations collected at Peaslee School. Thank you for your generosity and support!

STRATEGIC PLANNING: VISION INPUT NEEDED

The Public Schools of Northborough and Southborough is updating its Strategic Plan, Vision 2026: Educate, Inspire, and Challenge. As we plan for the next six years, we are asking families to share their input. Please consider attending on of the community sessions to share your feedback.  Thank you for helping us shape the future of teaching and learning in Northborough and Southborough. Your voice matters.

January 12, 2026, 6:30-8:00 PM, ARHS Library
January 20, 2026, 4:00-5:30 PM, Trottier Library
January 28, 2026, 6:30-8:00 PM, Virtual Session


Each session includes the same information—attend the one that works for you. If you are unable to attend we are asking that you complete the feedback survey.

Plan: Vision 2026: Educate, Inspire, and Challenge and Strategic Planning Survey Link

KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION OPEN: January 12TH

Kindergarten Registration will be open on January 12, 2026 for the 2026-2027 school year. Once registration is complete, your child’s assigned elementary school will provide the next steps, important details, and information about upcoming events to help your family feel prepared and supported. We are delighted to welcome your child to our school community and look forward to a wonderful start to their educational experience. 

Use QR Code to link to our Kindergarten registration site. 

A PICTURE IS WORTH A THOUSAND WORDS      





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PEASLEE SWAG- click this link
peaslee sportswear
*if you have some swag that your students have outgrown, please send these to the main office. We will distribute!


COMMUNITY INFORMATION AND EVENTS  

LOCAL SUPPLEMENTAL FOOD RESOURCES 

Northborough Food Pantry  37 Pierce St.   508-393-6897

Northborough Friend Fridge - 37 Pierce St.  Available 24/7  

Southborough Food Pantry 15 Common St.508-485-4847 (southboroughfoodpantry@gmail.com)

Southborough Free Fridge - 27 Main St. Available 24/7

Nutrition 68

Nutrition 68 is a program supported by the Northborough Rotary Club and the Northboro Junior Woman’s Club.  Food bags are supplied for Northboro students to take home each weekend. Please contact the school nurse for more information or complete this form.

Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) 

1-800-942-1007 or 617-721-6601

Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM