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Informational Update-Panda Post - October 16, 2026

Posted Date: 10/16/26 (04:00 PM)
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Marguerite E. Peaslee Elementary School
GROWING MINDS~BUILDING COMMUNITY~INSPIRING POSSIBILITY
Dear Peaslee Students, Families and Caregivers,

On October 30, our school activities will focus on the fall season rather than Halloween celebrations. We strive to make this a fun, lighthearted, and inclusive day for all students.

During the morning block from 9:00 to 9:20 AM, students will have two great options to choose from:

  • Fall Costume Parade: Students can participate in a parade outdoors. All costumes must be school-appropriate for a K–5 community (no weapons, masks, or overly scary themes).

  • Fall Art Project: Students can head to the Library for a fun, engaging fall art activity that is completely independent of Halloween themes.

To help us plan ahead, please email your child’s teacher by October 27th to let them know which activity your child would prefer to attend. If we do not hear from you, your child will walk in the parade. If your child prefers not to participate in either option, we encourage you to bring them to school at 9:25 AM.

We cannot stress enough how much we want all students at school on October 30th, as the vast majority of the day will follow a typical learning schedule. Please reach out to me directly if you have any questions about the schedule or logistics.

Community Notes & Reminders:

  • Costume Swap: The town library is holding its annual costume swap in the lobby! You do not need to donate a costume to pick one up. If you have extra gently used costumes at home that you would like to donate, feel free to send them in with your child or drop them off at the library.
  • Parent-Teacher Conferences: On November 3rd at 3:00 PM, teachers will send an email via ParentSquare with sign-up details for upcoming conferences on November 17th and November 19th. Conferences are a valuable opportunity to collaborate and support your child’s learning journey. Please note that both conference dates will be early dismissal days at 12:05 PM. We will be sending a google form sign up for lunch orders and dismissal plans next week. 

                                                                                                                                                                                                             Enjoy the long weekend! As always, please reach out if you have any questions. 


Dr. Mary Coakley, Principal 




IMPORTANT DATES:

October 22- Picture Retake Day

                     Fun Run Kickoff Today!

October 30- Spirit Day- Fall Colors Day- Wear fall colors or seasonal themed wear- 

                     Fall Parade (Halloween Costumes Optional)

                     Alternate Activity in the Art Room during the parade

                     NB Food Pantry Non-Perishable Food Drive Today!

November 3- FunRun 10:50-11:20 Grades 3-5 and 11:30-11:55 Grades K-2 

                        Parents Welcome to Come to the Field to Cheer

                        Parent Teacher Conference Sign Ups Will Be Sent to Famliies at 3:00 PM ​More Info Here! November 12- 4th and 5th Grade Informance 7:00PM Peaslee Cafe

November 17- Dismissal 12:05 PM Parent Teacher Conferences 1-3, 5:30-7:30 PM

November 19- Dismissal 12:05 PM Parent Teacher Conferences 1-3, 5:30-7:30 PM

November 23- Dismissal 12:05 PM Thanksgiving Break

ANNOUNCEMENTS
ED CAMP 2026

MYSTERY READERS
Join us during your child's library class time to be a guest reader! Family member volunteers may sign up to read to your child's class during their library class time during the week of November 2nd-6th. REMINDER links were re-shared earlier today!

HALLOWEEN PARADE REMINDERS

  • Parents should drop students off for morning recess (8:35 am), and then park and remain in their cars until recess is over at 8:55.

  • Do not park in the driveway or bus lane, until after 8:55am.

  • Parents/Caregivers who walk to school should gather in front of the school near the bike rack/sidewalk area..

  • 8:58 Parents Line Up on the Parade Route                                                                                                                      -The Parade Route is the sidewalk around the back (near the playground) and front of the building. Students will exit the building walk toward the parking lot and 

  • Fifth graders will lead the students out the front door and around the back of the school. We will make a second loop around the school, and then stop to pick up backpacks and return to classrooms.

  • Students will make two loops around the building. 

  • Be sure to stand in the grass or driveway so that students and staff may use the sidewalk for the parade. 


Costume Reminders


  • Dogs are not permitted on the premises during school hours.

  • Costumes should be non-violent and non-gruesome. No sharp objects, weapons or toy weapons of any kind will be allowed. Limit pieces, as they risk being lost. 

  • Masks, or blowups that cover faces and face paint are not allowed.  Students will be asked to remove any mask brought to school. ​

  • Do not send in fake blood or makeup.

  • All students should wear clothing under their costumes. Costumes are not to be worn all day at school.

  • We will be unable to call home for lost, or forgotten costumes or pieces. Additionally, there will not be time for students to change into costumes at school before the parade begins. 

  • Students should bring an extra bag for costume pieces. Students will pack these costumes in their costume bag, and keep these in their backpacks to be taken home at the end of the day.



COMMUNITY INFORMATION AND EVENTS  

NORTHBORO SUPPLEMENTAL FOOD RESOURCES

Nutrition 68 - The Northborough Public Schools has partnered with the Northborough Rotary Club and Northboro Junior Woman’s Club to offer the Nutrition 68 program ensuring access to food over the weekend.  Nutrition 68 is a program designed to assist Northborough families by providing backpacks filled with food every Friday.  

Northboro Food Pantry -The Northborough Food Pantry is a source for supplemental food to those who need it. Residents of Northborough may shop at the pantry one time each week.

Northboro Community Meals - Meals are served every Wednesday evening at 6:00 PM at

Trinity Church.

Northboro Friend Fridge - is a take what you need, leave what you can fridge, providing free food to all community members. Run by community members, the Friend Fridge aims to build community and fill the gaps between food security and equity.


If you would like to participate in any of these programs or need more information about local or state programs, please complete this confidential form: Northboro Supplemental Food Resources More Info Please


QUESTIONS? CONTACT: Mary Ellen Duggan at 508-351-7010 x1245 or mduggan@nsboro.k12.ma.us