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.

• Report cards will be release on Friday, January 30 @ 3:00 PM.