Hopkinton schools were scheduled to begin a remote learning plan April 6 that will include new instruction, in addition to reviewing prior lessons and providing enrichment as is currently being done, Superintendent of Schools Carol Cavanaugh told School Committee...
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Independent Thoughts: In challenging times, Hopkinton shows strength
Talking to people in authority in Hopkinton during this trying time, one quickly realizes how fortunate we are to live in a town that has its act together. Together being the key word. While nationally the squabbling and divisiveness tear apart our country, in...
Schools settle for 8.26 percent budget increase
Town taps into Legacy Farms HCA to help make ends meet By a 3-2 vote, Hopkinton School Committee members on March 12 approved a fiscal year 2021 budget of $51.9 million, a reduction of $323,000 from the amount the school district had requested but more than the town...
HHS hockey coach faces lawsuit over bullying incident
Hopkinton Public Schools issued a statement promising to work to create a safe environment for all students after it was revealed this month that the parents of a former Hopkinton High School freshman sued Hopkinton High School hockey coach Chris MacPherson for...
Independent Thoughts: Family Fun Day a highlight of fall
Hopkinton Family Fun Day ushers in the fall with a day of kids games, entertainment and fireworks. This year’s event is slated for Sept. 14. Fall is fast approaching, and with it comes a variety of local events that show off the great community feel in this town. One...
School Committee lauds Cavanaugh
First-year superintendent earns respect for work ethic, professionalism The Superintendent of the Hopkinton Public Schools received feedback on her performance for the first half of the school year during the Feb. 7 School Committee meeting. Dr. Carol Cavanaugh was...
HPS submits budget request with 6.67 percent increase
Additional enrollment cited as key factor The Hopkinton Public Schools will be requesting a $48,059,950 budget for the FY20 school year; a budget that represents a 6.67 percent increase over FY19. “It was really important to us to maintain the level of excellence that...