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Zeh Informational Update: Family Newsletter 12/05/25

Posted Date: 12/05/25 (04:30 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 | December 5th, 2025 
Important Dates
  • 12/6 Annual Tree Lighting at 5:00 on Blake Street
  • 12/10 4th Grade Field Trip to Lowell Mills
  • 12/15 PTO Meeting at 1:30 in the Conference Room
  • 12/15 Cocoa House Talent Show at 6:00 in the Cafeteria
  • 12/16 3rd Grade Play at 2:00 in the Cafeteria
  • 12/19 Bike/Walk to School Day
  • 12/23 Early Release...Dismissal at 11:40
  • 12/24-1/2 December Break...No School
  • 1/5 Students Return to School

Principal's Message 

Dear Zeh Families,

I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving. We have several five-day weeks ahead before December break, and I’m looking forward to all of the great learning that will happen. Hopefully the weather cooperates!

This week, we received our first snow of the season and it reminded me that I have not reviewed our winter recess procedures with families. As long as we can do so safely, your children will be outside for recess. When there is snow on the field and playground, we do allow students to play in the snow if they have appropriate gear. Otherwise, they remain on the blacktop for recess. To play in the snow, please send your child to school with the following:

  • A warm winter coat

  • Snowpants

  • Boots

  • A hat (a hood on the coat works as well)

  • Gloves or mittens

Thank you for your help in ensuring that your students are appropriately dressed for the weather each day. We also have a growing lost and found. Please label your child’s gear so that we can return it if found. As always, please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns.

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 (12/5)

  • 12/9: PTO sponsored Whole School “Sky Dome Planetarium” Enrichment Activity

  • 12/15: Next PTO Meeting at 1:30pm

  • 12/19: Walk/Bike to School

  • 12/22: Holiday Appreciation Brunch for Teachers/Staff


Details: 

  • Penguin Patch Holiday Gift Shop: Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Penguin Patch event last night!  The kids had a wonderful time picking out gifts for their loved ones, and we appreciate all the volunteers and families who helped make the evening such a fun and memorable experience. 

  • PTO monthly meeting (Monday 12/15): Our next monthly meeting will be held Monday, 12/15 at 1:30pm in the Zeh conference room.  All are welcome and encouraged to attend!  Want to get involved but can’t make the meeting? Email us! 

  • Walk/Bike to School (12/19): Bundle up for this one! Please plan to arrive between 8:10-8:25am. 

  • Holiday Appreciation Brunch for Teachers and Staff (12/22): One of Zeh’s most special traditions!  Volunteers needed to help provide food, assist with set up and clean up, and donate towards the cost of decorations and gifts. Details coming soon! 


Availability Survey for 5th Grade Families
Concerning the next All-Town Chorus event in February.
Caregiver Math Information Night

Thank you to everyone who was able to attend the Math Information Night. I hope the information was helpful and informative! For anyone who was unable to attend or would like to review the information shared, I am sharing the presentation we used, along with an article about math. Please let me know if you have any questions. 


ELPAC (Multilingual Parent Advisory Council) Meeting

Dear Families,

We are excited to invite you to our next ELPAC (Multilingual Parent Advisory Council) Meeting on Wednesday, December 11th at 6:30 p.m. in the Algonquin Regional High School Library!

This meeting will be a joyful and welcoming gathering as we:
 ✨ Learn about Holidays Around the World through our conversations
 🍕 Enjoy pizza together
 🧸 Provide free babysitting for children
 🏀 Welcome Northborough Recreation to share programs and opportunities for families
 🤝 And we are also working to welcome Southborough Recreation to join us as well!

If you’d like, you are welcome to bring a small snack or treat to share, especially something that represents your family’s traditions, but this is completely optional.

ELPAC is a space for multilingual families to connect, share ideas, and learn about community resources that support our students and families. We would love to see you there.

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out.
 We look forward to spending the evening with you!

Warmly,
ELPAC Leadership Team
The Public Schools of Northborough Southborough.

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.