Dear Trottier Community,

I want to take a moment to acknowledge the incredible hard work, dedication, and collaboration of our Trottier staff in planning, coordinating, and launching this year’s Washington, D.C. trip. Despite some government shutdown variables impacting our itinerary, our team adjusted seamlessly and provided students with a memorable and meaningful experience.

Notably, some of our eighth-grade students visited the Heritage Museum in Hudson as part of our community engagement work. They’ll also participate in our Day of Service, making chili to share with our local first responders — a cornerstone activity that reinforces the importance of giving back. I also want to acknowledge and thank all the veterans in the Southborough community, given the past holiday.

If you have a moment, please consider reaching out to one of our chaperones and teachers to extend your appreciation — a quick note of thanks goes a long way.

Secondly, I want to thank all the families who partnered with us during parent-teacher conferences. It was wonderful to see so many familiar faces and to have meaningful conversations about student growth and learning. I hope the feedback you received offered valuable insight into how we can continue to support your child together.

I would like to extend my thanks to SOS and community members for providing snacks during our parent-teacher conferences. That thoughtful gesture goes a long way in keeping our teachers energized and appreciated during long days of meeting with families. Your ongoing support—both in big and small ways—continues to strengthen our school community.

As we move toward the upcoming Thanksgiving break, I continue to be impressed by our students’ effort, hard work, and dedication. Thank you for your ongoing support of the Trottier community.

Let's make it a great one!

November 26 – Early Release (All Schools)

November 27–28 – Thanksgiving Recess (No School)

December 3 – Trottier In-School Concert

December 4 – Trottier Choral Concert, 7:00 PM

December 11 – Trottier Instrumental Concert, 7:00 PM

December 23 – Early Release / Start of Winter Vacation

January 5 – Students Return to School

Dear Trottier families:

As the first month of school ends, we want to remind everyone of the importance of consistent attendance. As you know, consistent attendance at school is a key factor in a child’s overall learning success and overall social-emotional well-being. Being at school, on time, every day matters. 

Some absences are necessary, such as student illness, medical conditions or appointments, religious observation, or family emergencies. Absences such as family vacations or taking time off from school for reasons unrelated to illness, medical conditions or appointments, religious observation, or family emergencies are considered unexcused. 

Students who miss just two days per month (18 days across the year) are considered chronically absent. This amounts to nearly 10% of the school year—a significant loss of learning time. It’s also important to note that tardiness and early dismissals can add up. Arriving just ten minutes late every day equates to over 30 hours of missed learning across the year. 

The Department of Education monitors student attendance and considers any student who has been absent for 10% of the school year to be chronically absent. Please click on this link from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education for more information about the importance of school attendance and some ways that you can help maintain a healthy habit of school attendance for your child. 

Thank you for your continued partnership.

Mr. Hreschuk & Mr. Kittelson