November 23, 2020 Dear Community, As part of our efforts to increase communication between the school committee, parents, other town boards, and the larger Worthington community, we’re reaching out to share news about some of the school committee’s recent activities. Fall is normally a busy time of year for school districts and school committees alike. …
Category: News & Announcements
Cultural Grants Deadline Extended
The Mass Cultural Council has extended the deadline for all FY21 LCC grant applications to December 14, 2020 at 11:59 pm, EST. In addition, the Worthington Cultural Council will no longer require an identified venue for applicants at least for the 2021 fiscal year unless the proposed project is planned only for in-person participation. The …
Thanksgiving During COVID-19
Below is guidance from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. Please, as you plan for the Thanksgiving Holiday, plan on limiting your interactions to those you are already in regular contact with. THOSE IN YOUR CURRENT HOUSEHOLD. Contrary to tradition, THIS IS NOT THE TIME for getting together with family and friends. We offer the …
Worthington Board of Health Covid-19 Update (11/16/2020)
The Worthington Board of Health has been alerted to four positive COVID-19 cases in the last week. In one case, the person was exposed out of state; the other three cases are within one family and resulted from a workplace exposure in a different community. They are in widely separated parts of town. All are …
Comcast Update 11/14/2020
The Comcast buildout is moving along more or less on schedule. I’ve received a lot of questions about the project’s status. Here’s what I know…and don’t know. Comcast is building an all-fiber network to our homes and businesses. That is a change from what was originally proposed, which was a hybrid network of fiber to …
News for the Community from Superintendent/Principal Dobosz – 11/15/2020
Good Morning Community, I would like to first acknowledge my deepest appreciation to all the teachers and families who have worked so hard this fall to bring our students back for in-person learning. I am so thankful for the partnership the district, families, and local stakeholders have developed. We recognize your hard work and patience …
Dog Park Poll Results
We received a good response to the poll asking whether people favored building a Town Owned Dog Park in Worthington. The Dog Park Committee has decided not to pursue the idea of a Town Owned Dog Park any further for now.
News for the Community from Superintendent/Principal Dobosz – 11/8/2020
Good Evening Community, Thank you all for your hard work with parent/teacher conferences. It was wonderful to sit with families and teachers to listen to the wonderful work everyone is doing! Thank you! Could we ask for more beautiful weather in the middle of November? The week ahead looks beautiful and students will enjoy teaching …
Worthington Library Reopening
The Worthington Library Re-opens Safely on November 10, 2020. The shelves are full of new books, awaiting readers. For everyone’s safety: Masks are required, and one adult at a time is allowed in the building A green light outside means it’s alright to come in. For browsing, gloves and hand sanitizer are required and available …