Changing the Spotlight on RFK School
By Ann Needle
For years, the Robert F. Kennedy Lancaster School has worked with young people who have survived traumatic childhoods at home, and an average of 10 foster home placements per student. And, as more of these students are being placed in Nashoba District schools due to state funding changes, the school that has gone relatively unnoticed, finds itself in several spotlights. Two local groups are determined to bring a greater understanding and local support of the school and its students.
Youth Lacrosse Builds Skills with Fun
By Rob Kean
With it being April vacation week and the priority having fun, one might think kids would do everything in their power to avoid all things educational. Yet Friday found a dozen 6th-grade boys not just gathered behind Sawyer Middle School in Bolton, but working hard, even learning.
The Independent Clause… April 30, 2014
As promised last week, we bring more information on the Town Warrant Articles that will be up for vote at this coming week’s Town Meeting. If you want a say in how your tax money is spent, how much your taxes are raised, what services are provided by the town and more, attend Town Meeting…
Calendar… April 30, 2014
LEARN ARCHERY WITH STOW REC This spring, learn the fundamentals of archery including safety, skill technique, range procedures, and scoring. Be a part of this fast-growing Olympic sport! Come join the staff of On the Mark Archery for lots of shooting time, camaraderie, and fun! All equipment provided. No prior experience necessary. Sneakers only! The spring program…
Public Safety Report… April 30, 2014
By Kristen Kerouac Excerpts from the Public Safety Logs. Please note, arrests are made based on probable cause but do not determine guilt or innocence until proven in court. Monday April 21, 2014 10:38am GENERAL The Boston Terminal Air Control reported that an aircraft flying approximately 3 miles North West of the Minuteman Airfield had…
In This Week’s Print Edition… April 23, 2014
Where to Buy a Copy Subscribe for Home Delivery Along with the articles featured on our website, you will find the following in this week’s print edition: SC Candidates Speak Out This election year, Nashoba schools face a variety of challenges old and new, from a frugal budget through concerns for safety. The two candidates…
SC Candidates Speak Out
By Ann Needle
This election year, Nashoba schools face a variety of challenges old and new, from a frugal budget through concerns for safety. The two candidates for the one open Stow seat on the Nashoba School Committee, Nicole Odekirk and Artur Jurczyk, both have young children, giving each a stake in Stow’s schools. Here the candidates answer questions from the Independent regarding their perspectives on how to best tackle the issues facing the district’s schools.
Get Stuffed at Michael’s
by Ann Needle
Considering my family lives in the town’s eastern-most home — Sarah Palin could see Maynard from my house—I try choosing restaurants to review that are closer to the majority of readers. This stop brought me to Michael’s Bridge Diner in Lancaster, which is closer to literally every reader than to me. Of course, that makes you closer to the Alaskan Palins, but I digress.