Good morning, Hopkinton! Welcome to the daily update we call Hopkinton Today — a quick recap of yesterday’s news, highlights of what’s on tap, and a photo and video of the day.

Hopkinton teachers and supporters rallied Thursday prior to the School Committee meeting in the Hopkinton High School auditorium. The teachers oppose cuts to the special education staff. Check back Friday for a recap of the meeting.

Leading off this week’s Independent Thoughts, the town lost a Hopkinton legend with last month’s passing of Mary Harrington.

This week’s Baypath Adoptable Animal is Rocky, an 8-year-old who enjoys short walks and car rides.

Our latest Business Profile highlights College Axis Project, which offers college process workshops and boot camps that cover everything from applications to resumes, personal statements and essays.

Photo of the Day: A dusting of snow sits atop the ice on Lake Whitehall on Thursday afternoon. The first snow of the year was washed away soon after by a steady rain.

PHOTO/JERRY SPAR

Video of the Day:

If it fits, we sits…🐈🐾⚗️🥰 pic.twitter.com/bUovKieRvm

— 𝕐o̴g̴ (@Yoda4ever) January 12, 2023