Billerica education achievers
The following students, of Billerica, graduated from Western Governors University during commencement ceremonies held July 16: Amy Boucher, Bachelor of Science in nursing; and Chris Gray, Bachelor of...
View ArticleSchool is back in session in Billerica
Sept. 6 was the first day of school for students in grades one through 12 in Billerica Public Schools.Assistant Superintendent Dede Galdston said enrollment in pre-K to grade 12 is expected to be...
View ArticleBillerica education achievers
Emily Glynn Printz, of Billerica, was among 548 graduates awarded diplomas at Denison University’s 175th commencement ceremony May 14. Printz was awarded a Bachelor of Arts in international studies, a...
View ArticleNew BMHS design estimates are $13.2 million over budget
The Billerica Memorial High School Building Committee is busy digging itself out of a $13.2 million hole before the first shovelful of dirt has even been moved.Committee members met Sept. 7 at Parker...
View ArticleSt. John’s Prep to host Admission Open House
The Admission Open House at St. John’s Prep is set for 9, 10 and 11 a.m. Sept. 24 at 72 Spring St., Danvers.Prospective middle school and high school families will meet teachers and students, hear from...
View ArticleGov. Charlie Baker appoints higher education trustees
Gov. Charlie Baker appointed new members of the boards of trustees for community colleges and state universities in Massachusetts.“Lt. Gov. Polito and I congratulate the trustees on their appointment...
View ArticleArea schools pass DESE review
JRI, a provider of trauma-informed care to children and families in Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Connecticut, announced that the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education found...
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Helen I. Lee, of North Billerica, was named a semifinalist for the 62nd annual National Merit Scholarship Program, and will have an opportunity to continue in the competition for National Merit...
View ArticleLocal UMass-Lowell students 'shoot for the stars'
Students at the University of Massachusetts-Lowell are sending a satellite to space.More than 50 students from Billerica to Colorado, with majors ranging from science to business, are working together...
View ArticleShawsheen Valley Tech High School to open Rams Head restaurant
The Shawsheen Valley Technical High School’s Rams Head restaurant is now open for business at 100 Cook St., Billerica. The student-operated facility will resume its weekly Tuesday through Friday dining...
View ArticleWicked Local U offers free “Publishing Your Own Writing, 101”
Wicked Local U will offer free classes on a variety of topics, including arts and culture, health and wellness, financial fitness and innovationon Saturday, Oct. 8, at the Boston Marriott Newton.
View ArticleWicked Local U offers free one-day courses on Oct. 8
Wicked Local U will offer free classes on a variety of topics, including arts and culture, health and wellness, financial fitness and innovation and technologyon Saturday, Oct. 8, at the Boston...
View ArticleGov. Charlie Baker appoints Middlesex College trustees
Gov. Charlie Baker appointed two new members to the Middlesex Community College board of trustees. MCC alumnus Alec A. Belanger, of Billerica, will replace alum member Timothy Glaser. Cheryl Howard,...
View Article'Real CSI' among course offerings at Wicked Local U
Wicked Local U will offer free classes on a variety of topics, including arts and culture, health and wellness, financial fitness and innovation and technologyon Saturday, Oct. 8, at the Boston...
View ArticleNotice of destruction of student records in Billerica
Submitted by Judith Norton, director of special educationThe Massachusetts Student Record Regulations authorize public school districts to destroy student records within seven years of a student’s...
View ArticleContest to award school lighting products, energy audit
NorthEast Electrical Distributors’ Project Green Lights 2016, a program designed to promote energy-efficient lighting, has announced this year’s community sweepstakes for K-12 schools across New...
View ArticleWicked Local U offers free one-day courses on Oct. 8
Wicked Local U will offer free classes on a variety of topics, including arts and culture, health and wellness, financial fitness and innovationon Saturday, Oct. 8, at the Boston Marriott Newton.
View ArticleBillerica education achievers
Shannon McKie, of North Billerica, enrolled as a first-year student at Hamilton College.
View ArticleHigh School project back on budget
Fear not Billerica, town leaders have steered the high school building project back on budget after initial designs came in $13.2 million over the mark.High School Building Committee Chairman Kevin...
View Article'Hurry Up and Relax' among free courses at upcoming at Wicked Local U
Wicked Local U will offer free classes on a variety of topics, including arts and culture, health and wellness, financial fitness and innovationon Saturday, Oct. 8, at the Boston Marriott Newton.
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