Zeh Informational Update: Family Newsletter 9/12/25

Posted Date: 9/12/25 (4:30 PM)

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Marion E. Zeh Elementary School

33 Howard Street, Northborough, MA 01532
Phone: 508-351-7048
Fax: 508-393-5125

Family Newsletter | September 12th, 2025

Important Dates

9/15 PTO Meeting at 6:30 in the Library
9/16 3rd Grade Strings Rental Night at 6:00 at Melican
9/19 Bike/Walk to School Day
9/20 Applefest Parade...Line Up at Lincoln Street School at 11:15, Parade begins at 12:00
9/23 Rosh Hashanah - No School
9/25 School Picture Day
9/25 PTO Back to School Picnic from 5:30-7:00
9/29 School Committee Meeting at 6:30 at Lincoln Street School
10/1 Bike/Walk to School Day
10/2 Yom Kippur...No School
10/3 Titan Games at Algonquin
10/6 PTO Meeting at 1:30 in the Conference Room
10/9 4th & 5th Grade Drama Club Begins
10/10 PTO Fun Run

Principal's Message

Dear Zeh Families,

We will have our first PTO meeting of the year on Monday, September 15th, at 6:30 PM in the Zeh library. I am so grateful for our supportive PTO, which helps make Zeh the wonderful school

that it is. From providing enrichment opportunities and field trips for students to showing appreciation for our staff, their impact is felt throughout our school. Whether you are a new or returning family, I hope you’ll join us Monday night.

I would also like to invite all families to march with Zeh in the Applefest Parade on Saturday, September 20th. Lineup begins at 11:15 AM at Lincoln Street School, and the parade starts at 12:00. We will walk together as a school, with our PTO providing candy for students to throw into the crowd, and Stripes the Zebra joining us for the fun. I look forward to seeing you there, whether you’re marching with us or cheering from the crowd!

Have a wonderful weekend!

Mr. Bell
jbell@nsboro.k12.ma.us

Virtual Backpack

Please see the Virtual Backpack for flyers and information on different opportunities for students and families in Northborough.

Northborough Virtual Backpack

PTO Updates

PTO Updates (9/12)

9/15: First PTO meeting of the year
9/19: Walk/Bike to School
9/20: Applefest Parade
9/25: Say Cheese! Picture Day
9/25: Back to School Picnic
10/10: Fun Run Fundraiser

Details:

PTO Meeting (9/15): Our first monthly meeting will be held Monday, 9/15 at 6:30 pm in the Zeh library. All are welcome and encouraged to attend! Come learn about what we do and ways you can help, both big and small. Want to get involved but can’t make the meeting? Email us!
Walk/Bike to School (9/19): One of our most popular Zeh traditions! Plan to arrive at school between 8:10-8:25 am, and make sure to stop at the PTO table to sign a poster and pick up a little charm. See you there!
Applefest Parade (9/20): Parents and students can join a group from Zeh marching in the town’s Applefest Parade. Staging will be at 11:15 am at Lincoln Street Elementary.
Picture Day (9/25): Say cheese! A portion of picture purchases goes back to support PTO programs and activities—thank you for supporting our school! Please look out for more details on placing your online picture orders.
Back to School Picnic (9/25): Our annual family picnic will be Thursday, 9/25 from 5:30-7:00 pm on the field (or inside if it rains). Families will have the opportunity to order pizza from Northborough House of Pizza in advance. More info to come!
Save the Date for the Fun Run (10/10): This year’s Fun Run will be held in the afternoon on Friday, 10/10 (Columbus Day weekend). Grades 3-5 will start at 1:30, and Grades K-2 will start at 2 pm. The Fun Run is one of the PTO’s biggest fundraisers. Look out for details on how you can help raise money, and come cheer on your runner(s)!

E-Bikes & Scooters on Campus

Dear Families and Community Members,

The safety and well-being of our students and school community is always our top priority. Recently, we’ve seen more electronic bicycles (e-bikes) and scooters around our schools. While these devices are a popular way to get around, they can create safety risks due to their high speeds, limited visibility, and potential danger to riders, pedestrians, and drivers.

After careful review and consultation with the Northborough and Southborough Police Departments, e-bikes and e-scooters are now prohibited on all school campuses. This decision, made out of caution and concern for everyone’s safety, will help prevent accidents and maintain a secure environment for our students and families.

To support this protocol:

Signs will be posted at every school as a reminder.
School administrators will work with families to identify safe alternatives for traveling to and from school, including walking, using a traditional bicycle, riding the bus, or drop-off and pick-up by family members.

We appreciate your understanding and partnership as we take this important step to keep our campuses safe and welcoming for everyone. Thank you for supporting our efforts to protect our school community.

Respectfully,

Keith Lavoie

Assistant Superintendent of Operations

Student Absence Reporting

If you need to report your child absent, you can now use this email address: zehattendance@nsboro.k12.ma.us. Please be sure to include your child's name, teacher, and reason for their absence. You can also still report an absence by phone by calling our main line at (508)351-7048.