Community

Special Education Child Find Notice
Under federal and state special education regulations, Hopkinton Public Schools has a duty to locate, identify, refer, evaluate and, if eligible, provide a free, appropriate public education to students with disabilities who reside in the town of Hopkinton. For parents or guardians of children ages 3-21 years of age who have a disability or developmental delay, and who would like more information, please contact Marijane Hackett, Director of Student Services and Child Find Coordinator, at 508-497-9850.

HPLF is excited to announce the 2nd annual Tee-off for the Library March 13-14! Please share the attached poster & below event details with your audience. Last year was a huge success and we look forward to the entire Hopkinton community joining us for a round inside the Library - all ages are welcome!!

Here are the event details:

Based on extensive community feedback that both the Superintendent and School Committee have received in the last month, we are actively considering alternatives for the 2015/2016 School Calendar and would like your opinion on several options. Please complete the Survey. by noon on February 26th in order for your feedback to be taken into consideration before the School Calendar is approved at the March 5th School Committee meeting.

Your teen has brought home a poor grade. "You could do better," you say. But he has probably heard something else. Students often hear "you could do better" as "you're not good enough" or even as "I can't make my Mom and Dad happy."
That doesn't mean you have to praise him for a bad grade. But here's an approach that may get the result you're looking for.

Start by finding something positive to say. Then ask whether he is satisfied with the paper, test or project. Does he think the grade he earned reflects the effort he put in? What might he do differently another time?

Town of Hopkinton Seeks a PT (16 hour) Dishwasher/ Kitchen Worker

DO YOU ENJOY WORKING WITH THE SENIORS?
Would you like to work in a very friendly and welcoming environment?

Under the general supervision of the Senior Center Director, the Dishwasher/Kitchen Worker will be responsible for cleaning all dishes, cooking utensils, and equipment; kitchen maintenance and support services in the provision of meals for the Town's Senior Center programming. Hours may vary but are generally between 10:00 am – 2:00 pm.

Baypath Humane Society of Hopkinton hosts its 3rd Annual Fur Ball on Saturday, March 14 from 6 PM until 11 PM at Sheraton Framingham Hotel and Conference Center, 1657 Worcester Road in Framingham. Tickets are $50 per person and $55 at the door. Premium tickets and sponsorships are also available. Proceeds will be used to assist the shelter animals.