ESSER III Public Input Survey (August 2021) for the Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District Generally, our application focuses on: • WHOLE STUDENT SUPPORTS - including counseling, mental health therapy, behavioral support.• INVESTING IN STAFF & STUDENTS - including instructional materials and resources, for example, math, science and literacy materials,... READ MORE >
Good Morning Everyone, I wanted to make sure you received the a brief update regarding our preparations for the fall of 2021 and the opening of school, especially given the recent guidance provided by the Department of Public Health and Department of Elementary and Secondary Education on Friday of last week. At this time, here is what I am recommending to our... READ MORE >
July 30th, 2021. DESE and DPH COVID-19 Fall 2021 Guidance for Districts and Schools Dear Superintendents, Charter School Leaders, Assistant Superintendents, Leaders of Collaboratives, and Leaders of Approved Special Education Schools, Please see the attached COVID-19 guidance from DESE and the Department of Public Health concerning school this fall. The... READ MORE >
Grade 7 & 8 STEM Supply Lists 2021-2022https://5il.co/u8ze READ MORE >
They're here! Yearbooks were distributed today. Remote students may pick up yearbooks at the school. Call the main office at 508-885-8550 with questions. READ MORE >
5TH GRADE SUMMER READING The incoming fifth graders summer reading selection is Front Desk by Kelly Yang. Students should complete the attached packet to go along with various chapters in the book. The novel is available new on Amazon for 7.99, and there are also used copies available as well.... READ MORE >
View the 8th Grade Awards here https://5il.co/tyn5 READ MORE >
Dear Knox Trail Families, We've got one week left in the school year! Here's a brief update of what's happening for the remainder of the year. Our "Virtual Awards Ceremony" will take place this Friday, June 11, shortly after lunch. We'll call the award recipients down to the Main Office, present their award, and read the citation over the PA system. Following... READ MORE >
Good Evening Everyone, I hope this Superintendent Update for June 2021 finds you and yours well. As you are aware, throughout June we have been working diligently to continue our efforts with full in-person learning for all of our schools within the Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District; and despite a couple of hot days recently, everyone has managed... READ MORE >
The 8th Grade Graduation Ceremony is coming soon! Graduation is set for Wednesday, June 16th at 5:00 p.m. at the David Prouty HS Football field. In the event of inclement weather we’ll move the ceremony to Thursday at the same time and location. To ensure everyone’s personal safety if you plan to attend please read the following guidelines for graduation per the... READ MORE >
Earlier today, the Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District administration was notified by our nursing team that one student at David Prouty High School have tested positive for COVID-19. Through our contact tracing protocol, we have identified and notified all families whose students have had close contact with the individual. The person who has tested... READ MORE >
2021-2022 SEBRSD School Calendar https://5il.co/th1u READ MORE >
On May 17, 2021. The Baker-Polito Administration announced that state-wide COVID-19 restrictions will be lifted, gathering limitations will be rescinded, and all industries will be permitted to open effective May 29, 2021. The State of Emergency will end on June 15, 2021.As of May 29, with the exception of K-12 schools and a few other settings, those who are... READ MORE >
BSAS program at Knox trail is extremely grateful & overwhelmed by the generosity of the community in helping restore the garden at Knox Trail. Bemis Farms of Spencer & Petruzzi Farms of East Brookfield, huge thank you for the flowers, fruits, veggies & herbs. Thanks to Donna Farmer for her time, donation of loom & getting these contributions for us. Thanks to... READ MORE >
3rd Quarter Awards Assembly https://5il.co/t54r READ MORE >
Student Weekly Newsletter 5/24/2021 https://5il.co/t4yr READ MORE >
Student Weekly Newsletter 5/17/2021 https://5il.co/sysx READ MORE >
Dear Sixth Grade Families; In a year of never-ending changes, I’ve got one more! Our Drama Teacher will not be returning for the remainder of the year. Instead, we will now provide our Sixth Grade students with Art Class as their special in place of Drama Class. Ms. Dacey is a veteran Art Teacher with a wealth of experience and a passion for teaching. Ms. Dacey... READ MORE >
East Brookfield, MA. - May 19, 2021. Recently, Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District officials were notified by the Community Service Committee of The American Legion Department of Massachusetts that Mrs. Christine Lavin was selected as this year's recipient of the John Mulkern Educator of the Year Award. According to Sally Nay, the Service Committee... READ MORE >
East Brookfield, MA. - May 19, 2021. Recently, Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District officials were notified by the Community Service Committee of The American Legion Department of Massachusetts that Mrs. Christine Lavin was selected as this year's recipient of the John Mulkern Educator of the Year Award. According to Sally Nay, the Service Committee... READ MORE >
East Brookfield, MA. - May 19, 2021. Recently, Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District officials were notified by the Community Service Committee of The American Legion Department of Massachusetts that Mrs. Christine Lavin was selected as this year's recipient of the John Mulkern Educator of the Year Award. According to Sally Nay, the Service Committee... READ MORE >
The Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District is accepting applications from interested persons to serve on our local High School Building Committee. The purpose of the local Building Committee will be to assist in the planning and provide input for the proposed project at David Prouty High School. If you are interested in serving, please complete this... READ MORE >
May 17, 2021 - At its 55th Annual Institute educational conference held virtually last week, the Massachusetts Association of School Business Officials, Inc. (MASBO, a non-profit organization that provides professional development for public school financial officials), presented the organization’s Donald D. Johnson Operational & Cost Efficiency Award to the... READ MORE >
May 18, 2021 Good Morning Everyone, As you have probably already heard, Governor Baker announced yesterday that all remaining COVID-19 restrictions will be lifted effective May 29th; and that the Commonwealth’s face covering order will also be rescinded on May 29th. Per the press release, the Massachusetts Department of Public Health will issue a new face... READ MORE >
Dear 8th Grade Families, We’re currently in the final planning stages of this year’s 8th Grade Graduation Ceremony. The projected date of the ceremony is Wednesday, June 16, 2021, at 5:00 p.m. Graduation will occur at the David Prouty HS Football field. Due to COVID restrictions, each student will be allowed to invite two guests. Eighth Grade Families will... READ MORE >
SPENCER, MA – May 13th, 2021. The Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District is pleased to announce that Melanie Ethier has been selected as the next principal of Wire Village School, effective July 1, 2021. Mrs. Ethier will be filling the position vacated by Linda Stanelun, who will be serving as the District’s Director of PreSchool/Early Education. ... READ MORE >
FOR REMOTE STUDENTS ONLY!Dear Parent(s) or Guardian(s) of Remote Students; As I mentioned in a previous correspondence regarding MCAS, we strongly encourage families of Remote learners to have your student test in school on the dates listed below. If your child requires transportation to school, please call Mel Miller from AA Transportation at (508) 867- 4500 to... READ MORE >
SPENCER, MA - May 12, 2021 - The Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District is pleased to announce that Linda Stanelun has been selected as the Director of the PreSchool/Early Education and Care Program for the district, effective July 1, 2021. Ms. Stanelun joined the district in 2013 as the Interim Principal of Wire Village School. During her tenure, Ms.... READ MORE >
SPENCER, MA - May 12, 2021 - The Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District is pleased to announce that Linda Stanelun has been selected as the Director of the PreSchool/Early Education and Care Program for the district, effective July 1, 2021. Ms. Stanelun joined the district in 2013 as the Interim Principal of Wire Village School. During her tenure, Ms.... READ MORE >
Good Evening Everyone, I hope this Superintendent Update for April/ May 2021 finds you and yours well. As you are aware, throughout the month of April we transitioned to full in-person learning for all of our schools within the Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District. Our entire district and each of tis schools worked diligently to prepare for the... READ MORE >
Choose SEBRSD! A community dedicated to teaching and learning with purpose... Did you know? All children between the ages of 6 and 16 who live in Massachusetts are required to attend school and are entitled to attend a public school free of charge. Most children attend school in the school district in which they live; however, parents may choose to enroll their... READ MORE >
Dear Knox Trail Families;MCAS testing at Knox Trail is fast approaching. There have been some significant changes toMCAS for this year. There will still be three separate testing sessions, one for English, andanother for Math, and a third for Science. One difference from years past is that each session will only take one day rather than two. We’ll also have... READ MORE >
Family Responsibilities for Health and SafetyWith spring upon us, it may be harder to distinguish seasonal allergy symptoms from thoseof a cold or COVID-19. Unfortunately, there is a gray area of symptoms that overlap allthree conditions that include congestion, cough, sore throat, runny nose and fatigue.Please use this link for current information ... READ MORE >
We are excited to announce that the Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District has partnered with ClearGov, a leading transparency and benchmarking platform, to launch an infographic-based dashboard for our district. This informative new tool provides our community residents an easy-to-understand, interactive breakdown of the school district's finances, as... READ MORE >
Earlier today, the Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District administration was notified by our nursing team that one student at Wire Village School and a student at David Prouty High School have tested positive for COVID-19.Through our contact tracing protocol, we have identified and notified all families whose students have had close contact with the... READ MORE >
Knox Trail Virtual Step Up Day https://5il.co/sds2 READ MORE >
Today, the Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District administration was notified by our nursing team that two students at Knox Trail Middle School and a student at David Prouty High School have tested positive for COVID-19. Through our contact tracing protocol, we have identified and notified all families whose students have had close contact with the... READ MORE >
Weekly Student Newsletter https://5il.co/sbgr READ MORE >
Great job to the KT Peer Leaders for making over 50 cake kits to donate to Spencer Food Pantry and Fill the Fridge Worcester! READ MORE >
Dear Knox Trail Families; We are pleased that so many of our students choose to ride their bicycles to school. However, we are growing increasingly concerned about a small number of cyclists' unsafe behavior. For that reason, we would like to enlist your support. First, we request that all students cycling to school use the designated bike rack behind the school... READ MORE >
Knox Trail MS 2021 Baseball Schedule https://5il.co/s753Knox Trail MS 2021 Softball Schedule https://5il.co/s754 READ MORE >
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tiered Focused Monitoring Review Demonstrates SEBRSD Making the Grade! SPENCER, MA - May 3rd, 2021. Every three years, the Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District undergoes an audit by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), known as a Tiered Focused Monitoring Review (TFM). Our most recent audit... READ MORE >
Today, the Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District administration was notified by our nursing team that a student at David Prouty High School has tested positive for COVID-19. Through our contact tracing protocol, we have identified and notified all families whose students have had close contact with the individual. The person who has tested positive and... READ MORE >
April 26th Student Weekly Newsletter https://5il.co/s5ic READ MORE >
April 2021 Monthly Newsletter https://5il.co/s5ih READ MORE >
SPENCER, MA - April 28, 2021 - Get vaccinated against COVID-19: People age 16 + who live, work, or study in Massachusetts can be vaccinated.This message is being sent to parents/guardians of Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District students who will turn 16 on or before May 20, 2021. The Rutland Vaccination Team will be holding a vaccination clinic for... READ MORE >
Please use the link below to see our Full Return Schedule effective Monday, April 26th.We have moved Lunch/Student Enrichment from 12:35 to 11:40.https://5il.co/rx9e READ MORE >
SPENCER, MA - April 23, 2021 - Keeping college an option for high school seniors by filling out the FAFSAPlease take a moment to remind high school seniors to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA. Fewer students have filled out the forms this year, and we fear it will translate into fewer students attending college in the fall and... READ MORE >
SPENCER, MA - April 23, 2021 - Keeping college an option for high school seniors by filling out the FAFSAPlease take a moment to remind high school seniors to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA. Fewer students have filled out the forms this year, and we fear it will translate into fewer students attending college in the fall and... READ MORE >
SPENCER, MA - April 23, 2021 - We still have work to do... Supporting equity, diversity, and inclusion in our classrooms!Following the senseless murder of George Floyd last summer – one of so many horrific instances of violence against unarmed Black men and women in our country – and the call that Black lives matter, it is important to acknowledge the disturbing... READ MORE >
Accessing free meals for all public school students, regardless of incomeWhen schools closed in March 2020, districts immediately took steps to provide meals to students, and that need has continued. Since the start of COVID-19, 1 in 5 households with children in Massachusetts is experiencing food insecurity, nearly doubling pre-pandemic numbers. Thank you for... READ MORE >
Baseball and Softball Tryouts will start up after break on Tuesday, April 27th and Wednesday, April 28th. If you have not yet registered on Family ID (http://www.familyid.com/david-prouty-high-school) or submitted a copy of your physical to the nurse, please do so by Monday, April 26th. Baseball tryouts are scheduled from 2:00 - 4:00 pm and are separated into 2... READ MORE >
Peer leaders are requesting donations! We will donate kits to a local food pantry and Fill the Fridge Worcester. Kits can be dropped off outside main office at Knox Trail or email Mrs. Raphael at raphaels@sebrsd.org to request a drop off time!CAKE KIT NEEDS! PLEASE DONATE! Cake Mix (any type!) 13 x 9 Cake pan Frosting(any type!) One can of Coke or Sprite in... READ MORE >
SPENCER, MA – April 13th, 2021 - The Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District is planning a full reopening of schooling for the fall of 2021, with fully in-person classes, activities, and events at all four of its campuses: Wire Village School, East Brookfield Elementary, Knox Trail Middle School, and David Prouty High School. In announcing a return to a... READ MORE >
We are excited to announce that the Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District has partnered with ClearGov, a leading transparency and benchmarking platform, to launch an infographic-based dashboard for our district. This informative new tool provides our community residents an easy-to-understand, interactive breakdown of the school district's finances, as... READ MORE >
One week left for Yearbook Forms! Orders are due this Friday, April 16th.Questions contact Denise Kresco at krescod@sebrsd.org or call 508-885-8550. Print an order form to fill out or order online using the links below. Order Online: https://www.memorybook.com/onl... or Print an order form: https://5il.co/qwoh READ MORE >
WORCESTER – Not all students are itching to see the end of full-time school resource officers in the city’s high schools after this year. But even if they did appreciate the daily presence of an officer at their school, they could also see the point of view of their classmates who didn’t like the controversial policing model. Some students, meanwhile, agreed with... READ MORE >
National Assistant Principals Week is April 5–9, 2021! Join NASSP, the National Association of Elementary School Principals, and the American Federation of School Administrators in honoring the enormous contributions of assistant principals to student success. This year, our celebration takes on even greater significance as we recognize all that assistant... READ MORE >
Project 351 engages eighth grade Ambassadors from each of the 351 cities and towns in Massachusetts in a 12-month program of service learning, leadership development, and civic engagement. Ambassadors are diverse in all ways but one -- they share Dr. King’s criteria for a life dedicated to service: “a heart full with grace and a soul generated by love." Hometown... READ MORE >
Weekly Student NewsletterApril 5, 2021 https://5il.co/rca1 READ MORE >
Hi Knox Trail Families; Just a friendly reminder that tomorrow Friday, April 9, 2021, Knox Trail will be on a half-day schedule. We will follow the regular Friday half-day schedule from 7:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Grades 5 & 6 students will receive “In-Person” instruction tomorrow at the school, and grades 7 & 8 students will follow their regular Friday remote... READ MORE >
Project 351 engages eighth grade Ambassadors from each of the 351 cities and towns in Massachusetts in a 12-month program of service learning, leadership development, and civic engagement. Ambassadors are diverse in all ways but one -- they share Dr. King’s criteria for a life dedicated to service: “a heart full with grace and a soul generated by love." Hometown... READ MORE >
Hi Knox Trail Families; This year, we have done parent pick up in the afternoon when the last bus leaves the school. With the full return of grades 5 & 6, we have experienced a significant increase in the number of parents arriving after school to pick up their children. This situation has caused traffic issues. When grades 7 & 8 return full-time on April 26th,... READ MORE >
Registration for spring sports is now open! Students interested in trying out for the Knox Trail Baseball or Softball teams MUST register online via FamilyID and have a current physical exam (within 13 months) on file with the nurse. Registration is due by April 16th for students to be eligible to tryout. To register, please visit... READ MORE >
Student Weekly NewsletterMarch 29, 2021 https://5il.co/r44z READ MORE >
Classroom Pooled Testing Program for Onsite COVID Testing Beginning the week of April 26th, the Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District will implement the Concentric Classroom Pooled Testing Program for onsite COVID testing at each of our four schools. Our schools will be testing several classrooms at each school weekly, on Tuesdays. The goal of pooled... READ MORE >
The Spencer-East Brookfield RSD is on track to begin full time in-person learning for students of all ages at the end of April, including high school students, Superintendent Paul S. Haughey confirmed Monday. Plans to bring the SEBRSD students back to the classroom with more regularity have been in the works since February when an order from Gov. Charlie Baker and... READ MORE >
Hi Knox Trail Families;Gina and I will conduct a Back to In-Person Learning Information Zoom on Thursday, April 1st,at 6:30 p.m.Here’s the link to join us: https://sebrsd-org.zoom.us/j/9...If you can’t make it, and you have a question, feel free to call our Main Office at (508) 885-8550.See you Thursday evening!Ralph READ MORE >
Dear Knox Trail Families; I'm happy to announce that starting April 5, 2021, 5th and 6th-grade students will be returning to in-person full-time school (Monday thru Friday) for the remainder of the school year. Grades 7 and 8 students will return to full-time in-person school beginning April 26, 2021. By now, our Main Office staff have reached out to all 5th and... READ MORE >
Knox Trail Weekly Student NewsletterMarch 22, 2021 https://5il.co/qxfh READ MORE >
Today, the Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District administration was notified by our nursing team that a staff member in our East Brookfield Elementary School has tested positive for COVID-19. Through our contact tracing protocol, we have identified and notified all families whose students have had close contact with the individual. The person who has... READ MORE >
Last call for Knox Trail Yearbook orders! Submit orders by April 16th. Questions contact Denise Kresco at krescod@sebrsd.org or call 508-885-8550. Print an order form to fill out or order online using the links below. Order Online: https://www.memorybook.com/onl... or Print an order form: https://5il.co/qwoh READ MORE >
February 26, 2021 During the week of March 22, 2021, the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education’s Office of Public School Monitoring (PSM) will conduct a Tiered Focused Monitoring Review of The Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District. The Office of Public School Monitoring visits each district and charter school every three years to monitor... READ MORE >
Dear Parents, Guardians and Families, The Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District administration was notified administration was notified that a staff member at East Brookfield Elementary School was recently exposed to an individual who has since tested positive for COVID-19. The reported exposure occurred off school grounds. Through our contact... READ MORE >
SPENCER, MA – March 15th, 2021 - Teachers, staff, students and volunteers in the Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District were able to take advantage of recent changes prioritizing educators as the COVID-19 vaccination continues across the Commonwealth. On Monday, March 15th, a Pfizer vaccine clinic was held in conjunction with the Rutland vaccination... READ MORE >
SPENCER, MA – March 15th, 2021 - Teachers, staff, students and volunteers in the Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District were able to take advantage of recent changes prioritizing educators as the COVID-19 vaccination continues across the Commonwealth. On Monday, March 15th, a Pfizer vaccine clinic was held in conjunction with the Rutland vaccination... READ MORE >
Good Evening Everyone, I hope this Superintendent Update for March 2021 finds you and yours well. It was one year ago today that the Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents unanimously closed our schools as a Commonwealth. Exactly one year ago today, I personally called each school committee member; met with union leadership units; reached out to our... READ MORE >
The Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District is proud to announce that American Legion Gaudette-Kirk Post 138 has selected Christine (Chrissy) Lavin as its John Mulkern Educator of the Year. The post’s announcement states that “Chrissy goes far above and beyond her responsibilities as a 5th and 6th Grade math teacher in the East Brookfield Elementary... READ MORE >
Pajama Day is Thursday, March 11thWear your favorite PJs to school!Stay tuned for upcoming Knox March Madness days! READ MORE >
Congratulations to Knox Trail Middle School 8th grade student Ava Sobosik on her acceptance into the Central Massachusetts Junior Districts Festival. Under the instruction of Mrs. Christina Noble, Ava spent many hours practicing and preparing her audition pieces for the opportunity to perform with other outstanding students in the Massachusetts Junior District... READ MORE >
Dear Parents, Guardians and Families, Today, the Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District administration was notified by our nursing team that a staff member of the Knox Trail Middle School has tested positive for COVID-19. Through our contact tracing protocol, we have identified and notified all families whose students have had close contact with the... READ MORE >
This month the Wire Village School would like to recognize our SEL Team, who meet regularly and on their own time to help develop strategies and supports for our students experiencing hardship or social/emotional challenges which can impact anyone, anytime, but particularly in these challenging times. These professionals know that sometimes needs are exhibited in... READ MORE >
"Public schools nationwide are facing their biggest challenge yet: Balancing the competing needs involved in educating our children. Schools have always been a safe haven for all students, a shelter for our most disadvantaged students, a place for nurture, love and learning. As school starts this year—virtually and in person--we cannot predict what the future... READ MORE >
Yearbooks for sale! If you would like to purchase a yearbook please click on the link below and you can order online, it's that easy! Find your child's teacher and grade, enter how many. Yearbooks will not be arriving until June. Questions contact Denise Kresco at krescod@sebrsd.org or call 508-885-8550. Forms must be returned by March 19th. Order Your... READ MORE >
Cohort A will return to Knox on Monday, February 22nd. READ MORE >
Dear Parents, Guardians and Families,The Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District administration was notified by our nursing team that a staff member at the Wire Village School has tested positive for COVID-19.The staff member who has tested positive for COVID-19 has not been in school. However, they will not return to school for at least 14 days, unless... READ MORE >
Hi Knox Trail Families;To provide consistency in our scheduling, I’ve decided to alter our “Half Day” schedule to mirror the regular Friday schedule that your child currently uses. These changes became necessary when the Board of Education changed our Time on Learning requirements in January. Students will begin the day with an “Independent Learning/Intervention... READ MORE >
Knox Trail is having a Toiletry Drive for the Spencer Food Pantry through the end of February.Items needed:Shampoo, conditioner, dish soap, deodorant, toothbrushes, toothpaste and toilet paper.Any donations are appreciated! READ MORE >
Two Spencer- East Brookfield Regional School District teachers have been awarded scholarships by the Massachusetts Computer Using Educators (MassCUE) and Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents (M.A.S.S.) organizations. The scholarships provide Ms. MaryEllen Amodeo, a 3rd grade teacher at Wire Village School, and Ms. Pam Gunsalus, the STEM (Science,... READ MORE >
PIZZA KIT PICKUP THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 4TH Pizza kits are being delivered tomorrow February 4. Orders can be picked up right after school at 12:40 until 3 pm. Pickup will be in the back parking lot. You will see us out there. Please email Mrs. Raphael with any questions or concerns at raphaels@sebrsd.org. -- I'm sure you will love your Little Caesars Pizza... READ MORE >
Physical Education Update for the Hybrid Model Hi 5th and 7th Grade Students and Parents, Starting Monday, February 8th, the remote format for your PE class has been changed. During the week, Monday through Thursday, there will be a PE Choice board posted to Schoology. Please access the PE Choice Board to see available activity options for you to participate in... READ MORE >
Dear Sixth Grade Families; Unfortunately, our Art Teacher is unavailable to teach her regularly scheduled Art Class for the upcoming term. However, we’re very excited to offer our Sixth-grade students a Drama class taught by Mr. Lewis! Drama class allows students to participate in creative dramatic activities, including performances in front of an audience.... READ MORE >
Choose SEBRSD! A community dedicated to teaching and learning with purpose...Did you know? All children between the ages of 6 and 16 who live in Massachusetts are required to attend school and are entitled to attend a public school free of charge. Most children attend school in the school district in which they live; however, parents may choose to enroll their... READ MORE >
Dear Parents, Guardians and Families, The Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District administration was notified by our nursing team that a district-wide staff member, a student at the East Brookfield Elementary School has tested positive for COVID-19. The student who has tested positive for COVID-19 have not been in school. However, they will not... READ MORE >
The United Way of Central Massachusetts is hosting an art contest to celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. We are inviting youth in grades 5-8 to design the cover of a book using one of 4 themes that characterizes Dr. King’s life and work: Love Peace Unity Kindness Prizes will be awarded at each grade level, and we encourage students to... READ MORE >
Dear Parents, Guardians and Families, The Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District administration was notified by our nursing team that a district-wide staff member, a staff member at the Village School, and another staff member at David Prouty High School have tested positive for COVID-19. The staff members who have tested positive for COVID-19 have not... READ MORE >
All students are remote every Friday. Click here for our Friday Schedule! https://5il.co/os31 READ MORE >
Dear Parents, Guardians, and Families, On Friday of last week, the Massachusetts Department of Public Health notified the Commonwealth that the requirement for flu vaccination for attendance in childcare/preschool, primary, secondary and postsecondary education was removed. Preliminary data show that this has been a mild flu season to date, presumably as people... READ MORE >
Dear Parents, Guardians, and Families, I am writing to let you know that the Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District received guidance from local and state officials, including State Epidemiologist, that it is now safe to reopen our schools. We will resume in-person classes for all schools within the district beginning on Tuesday, January 19, 2021,... READ MORE >
Yearbook forms were handed out to Cohort A today. Wednesday 1/20/2021. READ MORE >
Little Caesars Pizza Kits are arriving on Monday February 1. Orders can be picked up right after school at 12:45 until 3 pm. Pickup will be in the back parking lot. You will see us out there. Please email Mrs. Raphael with any questions or concerns at raphaels@sebrsd.org. -- I'm sure you will love your Little Caesars Pizza Kits! Thank You for your help... READ MORE >
Dear Parents, Guardians and Students, As the nation and our children read, hear and watch about the civil unrest and rioting throughout the nation since the summer, most recently at the U.S. Capitol building, we are reminded just how important it is for our regional school district to teach about and model civility and respect for our democracy. Civic engagement... READ MORE >
Dear Parents, Guardians and Families, Today, the Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District administration was notified by our nursing team that another district-wide staff member as well as two students of the Wire Village School have tested positive for COVID-19. Through our contact tracing protocol, we have identified and notified all families whose... READ MORE >
SPENCER, MA - January 8th, 2021 . Did you know? The Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District has served over 64,367 meals since March 23, 2020 46,037 since the first day of school. Also, year to date, our Food Service Department has served more breakfast this year then in the past 3 years combined. Meals will be already assembled; they often just need... READ MORE >
Dear Parents, Guardians and Families, Today, the Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District administration was notified by our nursing team that a district-wide staff member has tested positive for COVID-19. Through our contact tracing protocol, we have identified and notified all families whose students have had close contact with the individual who tested... READ MORE >
SPENCER, MA - SEBRSD Food Service will be providing a trial meal delivery system the week of January 11th-15th, 2021. If families would like meals delivered to their homes on Monday, January 11th and Wednesday, January 13th this form must be filled out by 1 PM Friday January 8th. https://forms.gle/mit2vj5PHUVK... Meals will be already assembled; they will just need... READ MORE >
Dear Parents, Guardians and Families, Today, the Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District administration was notified by our nursing team that a staff member at the Wire Village School has tested positive for COVID-19. Through our contact tracing protocol, we have identified and notified all families whose students have had close contact... READ MORE >
March 2021 Newsletter https://5il.co/q8uw READ MORE >
Yearbooks for sale! If you would like to purchase a yearbook please click on the link below and you can order online, it's that easy! Find your child's teacher and grade, enter how many. Yearbooks will not be arriving until June. Questions contact Denise Kresco at krescod@sebrsd.org or call 508-885-8550. Forms must be returned by March 19th. Order Your... READ MORE >
Dear Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District Learning Community Members, Today, the Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District learned that we had another member of our staff test positive for Covid-19. As a result, we received guidance from local and state officials that, based on an increased number of confirmed cases of COVID-19, the... READ MORE >
Knox Trail Weekly Newsletter for Students March 1, 2021 https://5il.co/q3jl READ MORE >
Dear Knox Trail Families; Just a friendly reminder that starting Monday the week of January 4th – 8th, 2021, we’ll teach remotely using the following guidelines. The Remote schedule will start at 8:25 a.m. and go through 12:45 p.m. The Remote schedule will take place from Monday through Friday. Asynchronous learning time will still take place from 1:20 p.m. to... READ MORE >
Dear Parents, Caregivers, and Guardians,Today, the Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District administration was notified by our nursing team that two staff members student at the Knox Trail Middle School have tested positive for COVID-19.Through our contact tracing protocol, we have identified and notified all families whose students have had close contact... READ MORE >
Dear Parents, Caregivers, and Guardians, Today, the Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District administration was notified by our nursing team that one of our staff members and two of our students at David Prouty High School have tested positive for COVID-19. Through our contact tracing protocol, we have identified and notified all families whose students... READ MORE >
Dear Parents, Caregivers, and Guardians, Today, the Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District administration was notified by our nursing team that one of our staff members has tested positive for COVID-19. Through our contact tracing protocol, we have identified and notified all families whose students have had close contact with the individuals who tested... READ MORE >
Dear Parents, Caregivers, and Guardians, Today, the Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District administration was notified by our nursing team that one of our staff members and two of our students at David Prouty High School have tested positive for COVID-19. Through our contact tracing protocol, we have identified and notified all families whose students... READ MORE >
Dear Parents, Caregivers, and Guardians, Today, the Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District administration was notified by our nursing team that one of our staff members and two of our students at David Prouty High School have tested positive for COVID-19. Through our contact tracing protocol, we have identified and notified all families whose... READ MORE >
Dear Parents, Caregivers, and Guardians, Today, the Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District administration was notified by our nursing team that two more staff members and a student at the Wire Village School have tested positive for COVID-19. Through our contact tracing protocol, we have identified and notified all families whose students have had close... READ MORE >
Our David Prouty High School Rocket League ESports team (Jacob Bergeron, Brennan Ogert, & Joseph Havalotti) competes in the finals vs. Shrewsbury High School! Watch Friday, December 18, 2020 @ 4pm EST on http://TWITCH.TV/PLAYVS. #ProutyPride #Progress #Unity #Knowledge@MSAA_33 @MASCSchoolComm @MASchoolsK12 READ MORE >
UPDATED 12/17/2020 TO CORRECTED START DATE OF COHORT A & B. December 17, 2020 Dear Parents, Caregivers, and Guardians, Today, the Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District administration was notified by our nursing team that another staff member at the Wire Village School has tested positive for COVID-19. Through our contact tracing protocol,... READ MORE >
Dear Knox Trail Families;Tomorrow will be a Remote Learning day due to the pending snowstorm. The superintendent has also determined that as a result of the close contacts and confirmed cases experienced of late in our learning community, and in an effort to be proactive coming out of the Holiday Vacation Week, we will reset and ask everyone to adhere to the... READ MORE >
December 16, 2020 Dear Parents, Caregivers and Guardians, Today, the Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District administration was notified by our nursing team that two staff members at the Wire Village School has tested positive for COVID-19. Through our contact tracing protocol, we have identified and notified all families... READ MORE >
December 16, 2020 Dear Parents, Caregivers, and Guardians, Today, the Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District administration was notified by our nursing team that two staff members at the Wire Village School has tested positive for COVID-19. Through our contact tracing protocol, we have identified and notified all families whose... READ MORE >
December 16, 2020 Dear Parents, Caregivers, and Guardians, Today, the Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District administration was notified by our nursing team that two staff members at the Wire Village School has tested positive for COVID-19. Through our contact tracing protocol, we have identified and notified all families... READ MORE >
WORCESTER – A potential snowstorm arriving in the region Wednesday night poses a chance for widespread school cancellations Thursday – or at least it would in normal times. Instead, districts like Worcester, which have been doing home-based remote learning so far this school year, are prepared to treat it as just another school day. Unless there are widespread... READ MORE >
Dear Parents, Guardians and Families Today, the Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District administration was notified by our nursing team that a student at East Brookfield Elementary School as well as a student at the Wire Village School have both tested positive for COVID-19. Through our contact tracing protocol, we have identified and... READ MORE >
Knox Trail Student Awards Quarter 2 https://5il.co/q8yb READ MORE >
While there has been unease in education about the growing influence of testing in schools over the years, some districts are leaning on standardized assessments in new ways this year to grapple with the wide-ranging effects of the pandemic. Around the corner, meanwhile, is the MCAS, which the state’s Department of Elementary and Secondary Education has told... READ MORE >
Dear Parents, Caregivers, and Guardians, I am writing to inform you that a person in our Wire Village School community has tested positive for COVID-19. Our first responsibility is to keep our students and staff safe. We have been planning for this scenario during our reopening planning process and have a comprehensive plan in place to sanitize the school, inform... READ MORE >
Knox Trail Middle School Presents… Our Little Caesars® Fundraiser! GET YOUR SUPERBOWL PIZZAS! It’s Pizza! Pizza!® time! Time for you, your friends, and your family to get your Little Caesars® Pizza, Breads and Cookies! Have them on hand for quick dinners, parties or entertaining! Buy several items and stock your freezers! We are asking everyone to sell... READ MORE >
Dear Parents, Caregivers, and Guardians,This notice contains information regarding weather-related school delays, cancellations, andearly releases, as well as Remote Learning Day notifications. SEBRSD Inclement Weather Notifications As noted in our 2020-2021 school calendar, we will not have traditional snow days this year within the Spencer-East Brookfield... READ MORE >
For Parent/Teacher ConferencesYou will be admitted into the conference at your scheduled conference time.Click on the Link to access the Zoom link. Passcode is provided if needed. https://5il.co/niau READ MORE >
Good Afternoon, I hope this message finds you and your family well. Thank you for your continued patience as we have continued reopened our school house doors throughout the fall season. To date, we have successfully reopened grades PreK-12 to a hybrid model of learning (A Week / B Week) and have returned all off our high needs students to Cohort C (Grades K-12)... READ MORE >
Families play a critical role in supporting the culture of health and safety in our schools. Parents should perform daily Covid-19 symptom checks prior to leaving home. Students should stay home if they are having any one symptom of COVID as indicated below. The following symptoms were taken from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) website:•... READ MORE >
SPENCER, MA - November 30, 2020 - AA Transportation in partnership with the Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District is hosting a "Stuff the Bus" event this coming Saturday, December 5th, 2020 from 10:00am - 2:00pm at David Prouty High School! Please come and make your toy donations then safely sit in the comfort of your car and enjoy the music from the... READ MORE >
November 30, 2020 Dear Parents, Caregivers, and Guardians, Today, the Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District administration was notified by our nursing team that a staff member at David Prouty High School has tested positive for COVID-19. Through our contact tracing protocol, we have identified and notified all families whose students have had... READ MORE >
Knox Trail Parent Teacher Conferences Dear Knox Trail Families; Next Thursday, December 3rd, we'll be conducting our Virtual Parent-Teacher Conferences. Fifth and Sixth Grade conferences will occur from 5:30pm to 7:00pm. Seventh and Eighth Grade conferences are from 6:00pm to 7:30pm. Once again, this year, we will use "SignUpGenius" to schedule conferences. ... READ MORE >
Dear Parents, Caregivers, and Guardians, I am writing to inform you that two people in our David Prouty High School community have tested positive for COVID-19. Our first responsibility is to keep our students and staff safe. We have a comprehensive plan in place to sanitize the school, inform families whose students were at-risk of exposure or in close contact,... READ MORE >
Dear Parents, Caregivers, and Guardians, I am writing to inform you that two people in our David Prouty High School community have tested positive for COVID-19. Our first responsibility is to keep our students and staff safe. We have a comprehensive plan in place to sanitize the school, inform families whose students were at-risk of exposure or in close contact,... READ MORE >
Dear Parents, Caregivers, and Guardians, I am writing to inform you that two people in our David Prouty High School community have tested positive for COVID-19. Our first responsibility is to keep our students and staff safe. We have a comprehensive plan in place to sanitize the school, inform families whose students were at-risk of exposure or in close contact,... READ MORE >
December Spirit CalendarCheck out our Spirit Days for December! READ MORE >
Mrs. Gunsalus and Mr. Kelly will be running the club on Thursdays 2:15-3:15Due to the current situation, we are going to mainly be focusing on, arguably, the most important part of Robotics, the coding. Being able to code is one of the most crucial aspects of robotics and engineering, as, without being able to code, robots are basically paperweights. Before we... READ MORE >
Dear Parent and Guardians of 8th Grade Remote Students, The Eighth Grade will be starting the Harper Lee classic, ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’, next week. Students who have attended in person today (Cohort B + Cohort C) received their copies, and those attending in person next week (Cohort A) will receive theirs on Monday. Full remote students who do not already own... READ MORE >
Click here to access the Knox Trail Half-Day Schedule https://5il.co/n7ke READ MORE >
Interested in becoming a Peer Leader?Any 7th or 8th grade student interested in being a Peer Leader, check your email.An email was sent out on 11/18/2020 with a google application form to be completed for consideration. You can also email raphaels@sebrsd.org if you did not receive the form! READ MORE >
Dear Parents, Caregivers, and Guardians, I am writing to inform you that a person in our school community has tested positive for COVID-19. Our first responsibility is to keep our students and staff safe. We have been planning for this scenario during our reopening planning process and have a comprehensive plan in place to sanitize the school, inform families... READ MORE >
Spencer, MA – November 9, 2020 - Having David Prouty High School begin the year remotely motivated Superintendent Paul Haughey to recognize the top senior, Brendan Halloran, with the Massachusetts Association of School Superintendents Academic Excellence Award. The state association celebrates top students in the fall of their senior year instead of the usual... READ MORE >
This year we will hold Parent-Teacher Conferences on Thursday, December 3, 2020. Grades 5 & 6 conferences will occur from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Grades 7 & 8 will occur from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Conferences will be conducted virtually this year with few exceptions. As we did last year, sign up will be conducted online using "Sign Up Genius." You should get... READ MORE >
There will be no school on Wednesday, November 11th due to the Veterans Day Holiday. READ MORE >
Bus routes for the 2020-2021 school year have been released for David Prouty High School and Knox Trail Middle School and can now be located on our District website here. Please contact our Transportation Department at 508-450-6917 if you have any questions. READ MORE >
Good Morning, I hope this message finds you and your family well. Thank you for your continued patience as we have continued to reopen our school district. To date, we have successfully reopened grades PreK-8 to a hybrid model of learning (A Week / B Week) and have returned all off our high needs students to Cohort C (Grades K-12) as well as identified our... READ MORE >
SPENCER, MA - October 28, 2020 - Massachusetts Commissioner of Education Jeffrey Riley approved David Prouty High School's Chapter 74 applications for Criminal Justice and Early Education and Care. This approval increases the value of the certificates our students will earn in their fields. A Chapter 74 Certificate assures both colleges and employers that the... READ MORE >
SPENCER, MA – October 27, 2020 - The Spencer-East Brookfield Regional School District is hosting a FREE Flu Clinic on Thursday, Oct 29th, (5:00-7:00pm) in the David Prouty HS Cafeteria. We will be administering flu shots to the children of Spencer & East Brookfield, MA at no cost to you. We will arrange the cafeteria so that we have one way in and one way out of... READ MORE >
Knox Trail Halloween Costume GuidelinesStudents in Cohort A may wear Halloween Costumes on Thursday, October 29th. Students in Cohort B may wear Halloween costumes on Monday, November 2nd.All costumes must adhere to the following conditions:Knox Trail School dress code will be enforced- no tops that expose midsection, no spaghetti straps, appropriate shoes must be... READ MORE >
Click here for the Knox Trail Bus Schedule https://5il.co/mfck READ MORE >
Knox Trail is introducing the Genius Hour during 5th Grade students' Art classes starting Monday Oct. 26th. Genius Hour is a project based curriculum that allows students to explore their own passions while encouraging creativity in the classroom. It provides students a choice in their learning during their Art period. Students are challenged to explore a topic,... READ MORE >
Click here for our schedule! https://5il.co/mar8Cohort A starts October 26th Cohort B starts November 2nd READ MORE >
Knox Trail Families Please provide us with the following information. In the event of offering a Hybrid model at Knox Trail, would you prefer your child participate in the Hybrid Model on premises (in-person alternating weeks) or remain Full Remote? Would you be willing to provide transportation or would your child need to take the bus? Thank... READ MORE >
Good Morning, I hope this message finds you and yours well. Thank you for your continued patience as we work through the various challenges related to the reopening of school district amidst COVID-19 concerns. First, I wanted to share the most up-to-date schedule we have set for each building for reopening. After consulting with our local Board of Health, we... READ MORE >
SPENCER, MA – October 5, 2020 - Energy Management Services (EMS), defined in section three of M.G.L. 25A, Energy Savings Performance Contracting or "ESPC" is an innovative financing technique that uses energy savings from the building owner's existing operating budget to repay the cost of energy efficient equipment and related facility improvements known as Energy... READ MORE >
SPENCER, MA – September 15, 2020 - Spencer-East Brookfield RSD families now have resources to help with remote learning-related technical issues. Last week, school began or Spencer-East Brookfield RSD. As a result, and in an effort to be proactive, there is now a help desk that caregivers can contact which began on Monday, September 14th, 2020. The help desk... READ MORE >
Since we're not able to have an in-person open house, please click the link below to meet our teachers and staff! https://5il.co/ld4j READ MORE >
8:00-8:30am https://us04web.zoom.us/j/7434... ESLI https://learningsebrsd.schoolo... ESLII https://learningsebrsd.schoolo... ESSLIII https://learningsebrsd.schoolo... ESLIV https://learningsebrsd.schoolo... READ MORE >
September 22, 2020 Dear Parents, Caregivers, and Guardians, Our first responsibility as we begin this school year is to keep our students, teachers, and staff safe. We have spent the summer months getting the school building and staff ready to execute all of the safety guidelines and best practices based on guidance from the Department of Elementary and... READ MORE >
What are the benefits and challenges of living in a diverse society? How can we celebrate what we have in common while also honoring our differences? During Hispanic awareness month, share an image of you and your family along with words describing what Hispanic Awareness means to you. OR: Share a photo, name and note about a local Hispanic American who... READ MORE >
Use this link to access the Beginner Instrumental Program video!https://5il.co/l9uq READ MORE >
Click here for information on the KTMS Virtual Drama Clubhttps://5il.co/l1r6 READ MORE >
Welcome to 8th Grade! Use this link to access the orientation video.https://5il.co/kz7l READ MORE >
Please use the link below to view Mr. Borseth's video providing final instructions for the first week of school at Knox Trail. https://5il.co/kyik READ MORE >
Dear Knox Trail Families; Next week is the big week! The first day of school happens Tuesday, September 15. There’s one small order of business we still need to take care of before we get started. The fifth and sixth-grade teams would like to distribute workbooks and supplies to their students. In order to accomplish this, we’ve decided to organize a “Grab &... READ MORE >
Welcome to 6th Grade! Use the links below to see the informational slide presentation and welcome video. https://drive.google.com/file/... https://drive.google.com/file/... READ MORE >
Students should access their Zoom links through Schoology. READ MORE >
Use the links below for Cohort Schedules. Cohort 1 https://5il.co/kvtwCohort 2 https://5il.co/kvu2Cohort 3 https://5il.co/kvu3Cohort 4 https://5il.co/kvu4Cohort 5 https://5il.co/kvu5 READ MORE >
Use the link below to access the New Student Orientation Presentation video for 5th-grade students, 7th-grade students from EBES, and any new students. https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws...New Student Orientation 9/8/20 Frequently Asked Questions When is Chromebook pickup? Chromebook distribution was this week. If your child still has not picked up their... READ MORE >
How to log into Schoology 1. Go to the website “http://learningsebrsd.schoology.com” You can also access this from the district website. 2. Sign in using your school email address (yearofgraduation.firstname.lastname@sebrsd.org) 8th graders year = 25 7th graders year = 26 6th graders year = 27 5th graders year = 28 3. Click on the “courses” tab at... READ MORE >
To All Knox Trail Families: Next week we’ll be handing out Chromebooks, and all back to school paperwork to include your student’s schedules. Please make a concerted effort to arrive on your scheduled date and time. If you are unable to come in for any of these dates please call our main office to schedule an appointment to do so. Tuesday – Grades 5 & 6... READ MORE >
ART SUPPLY LIST: GRADE 5 Hello families, Here is the art supply list so I can provide the most enriching art classes for online learning. If for any reason, you cannot afford the items on the list, please contact the school office. I created art packets for you to pick up at school with the following: Oak tag, white, black, gray paper,... READ MORE >
New Student Orientation New student orientation for all 5th-grade students, 7th-grade students coming from East Brookfield, and any other new students will have a virtual meeting Tuesday, September 8 from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. via a Zoom meeting. Zoom can only accommodate 100 meeting participants so please limit the number of devices used to one per household! ... READ MORE >
8/26/2020 16:03:16 If my child already has a chrome book, does he need onefrom school? If not, is there a specific software he needs onhis chromebook?Students are encouraged to use their own devices if they haveone available. Most software is online and integrated intostudents' Schoology accounts. Students require only an up todate Internet browser and the... READ MORE >
Use this link to access the Orientation Presentation https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws... READ MORE >
Dear Parents, Families and Community Members, I hope this correspondence finds you and yours continuing to do well. Back to School I have received many forms of communication over the past month asking when we will open our doors again as a school district. Presently, we remain under an Executive Order from Governor Baker to remain closed. As a result,... READ MORE >
Dear Staff and Families, It is with sadness and a heavy heart that I am reaching out to staff and families about the tragic death of George Floyd. This incident is sure to elicit many varied emotions from all of us. Tragedies of this nature reach far beyond the specific locality of their occurrence and deeply affect all of us as individuals and across the larger... READ MORE >
When registering a student during the closure, please send in all of the required documents to: Student Services, 302 Main Street, Spencer, MA 01562, or scan them to the district registrar, Susanna Sadusky, at saduskys@sebrsd.org. Starting on Tuesday, May 26th, we will be making appointments for anyone who needs to pick up registration forms, or drop off... READ MORE >