Reminder: Dismissal Schedule for Wednesday, November 23

On Wednesday, November 23, students will be dismissed early as part of the Thanksgiving holiday recess. Schools will be dismissed according to the following schedule:

Woburn Memorial High School:  11:00 A.M.
Joyce and Kennedy Middle Schools:  11:30 A.M.
All Elementary Schools: 12:00 noon.

We want to extend our best wishes to everyone for a Happy Thanksgiving.

Linscott/Rumford PTO: Appliance/CRT/Electronics Recycling Day

@ Spence Farm on Saturday November 19^th (9:00 am -1:00 pm)

Wondering what to do with that old television, computer monitor or appliance that is broken, unwanted or unused and just taking up space

Paul Medeiros has found and is working with a Massachusetts company that will collect these items at drop off sites set up throughout Woburn at various times throughout the year. This is an excellent opportunity to recycle these items at a minimal cost compared to the high cost associated with curbside appliance recycling programs and will also be a fundraiser for local organizations that will sponsor these events. Another good thing and possibly the best part of this program is that it is open to residents from any and all communities, not just Woburn, as well as any and all business entities. With your help these collections have raised over $90,000 dollars for local Woburn organizations with a portion going to the Woburn High School scholarship fund in a bit more than 3 years! So clean out those basements, attics, garages and warehouses and bring your items down!

This collection will be held on Saturday, November 19^th from 9 A.M. to 1 P.M. at Woburn’s Spence Farm located at 41 Wyman Street, in Woburn benefitting the Linscott/Rumford PTO projects and programs. A portion of the proceeds will be going towards the scholarship fund for a Woburn High School graduating senior that will be continuing their education in the field of environmental education.

This collection is the last one until March.

The prices are as follows:
Waste Mgmt curbside Collection Drop off Collection
Monitor/Laptop- $25.00 $10.00
Television- $25.00 $20.00
Refrigerator- $20.00 $10.00
Water Cooler- $20.00 $10.00
Air Conditioner- $20.00 $10.00
Freezer- $20.00 $10.00
Dehumidifier- $20.00 $10.00
Stove/Washer/Dryer- $13.00 $10.00
Water Heater- $13.00 $10.00
Dishwasher- $13.00 $10.00

Want to recycle for reuse or salvage and don't like to throw away old, usable or even unusable equipment? Bring it to the event: For $1.00 each we will take the following: computers, electronic office equipment such as calculators, typewriters, fax/copy machines, printers, telephones, all consumer electronics (excluding televisions) such as cameras, video/audio/DVD/VCR, microwaves and sink disposal units.

Additionally, we will take and recycle or salvage the following in any quantity for a voluntary donation: computer parts and accessories, plugs, wires, drives, parts of computers, *cell phones*, video games as well as parts and accessories or plugs and wires, DVD’s, CD’s and VHS tapes.

Note: We will also be taking old cell phones and separating them for soldiers.

Schools Closed on Friday, November 11 in Honor of Veterans’ Day

All schools will be closed on Friday, November 11 as the City of Woburn and the nation honors the brave men and women who have served our country. Veterans' Day ceremonies are taking place in our schools as our students learn about what it means to be a veteran. Veterans' Agent Larry Giuseppe has helped to arrange for guest speakers in our schools so that our students can hear the stories of those who have served. Please take some time on Friday to honor our veterans.

The picture on this posting includes a painting of the service emblems from various armed services. This painting was part of a mural project completed at the Veterans' Center in Woburn. A large American flag is also part of the the project.  The painting was done by two of our excellent Woburn Memorial High School students, Laura Standley and Mikaela Holt. We thank them for completing this wonderful community service project.

Massachusetts Students Earn Top Scores on Nation’s Report Card for Fourth Consecutive Exam Year

The Governor's office has released some important news about the quality of schools in Massachusetts. Please take a minute to read Governor Patrick's press release:

Read report on National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) exam.

From the Woburn Board of Health Nurse’s Office: Flu Clinic

Woburn Board of Health
Nurse’s Office
55 Locust Street
Woburn, MA  01801
(781) 933-8891

Flu Clinic for Woburn Residents ONLY Ages 5 Years and Older

Date:  Thursday, November 17, 2011

Place:  Joyce Middle School, Cafeteria

55 Locust Street, Enter At Door #25

Lower Level Parking Lot

Time: 4pm-6pm

• Cost is Free.

• It is required to have a copy of all your insurance cards.  Please make copies in advance to bring to the clinic.  Some Insurance providers may be billed.

• The clinic will start promptly at 4pm. Please do not arrive early due to after school programming.

• Enter via Door # 25, lower level parking lot (Administration).

• Please wear short sleeved shirts.

• Flu shots only, no mist.  Anyone under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

• The school cafeteria is handicap accessible.

• If you have any questions please call the Board of Health at 781-897-5920 or the Board of Health Nurse’s office at 781-933-8891.

*This Flu clinic is made possible through funding by the Massachusetts Dept of Public Health.

Schools will be in Session on Monday, October 31

As of this writing, all of our schools have electrical power. (Power was restored to the Linscott School within the past hour.) Therefore, all schools will be in session tomorrow, Monday, October 31.