Gibbons Principal Announcement

Dear Westborough Students, Families and Staff: I am thrilled to announce that  Dr. Scott Connery  will be joining our community as the next Principal of Gibbons Middle School. In a field of exceptional finalists, Scott stood out not only for his impressive credentials, but also for his genuine commitment to seeing every student thrive. A proven leader and educator, Scott joins us from Northbridge High School, where he has been Principal for the last three years. His journey in education is rooted in the classroom: he spent years as a high school English teacher in Clinton and Fitchburg before moving into leadership roles in Gardner and Oxford. He also brings a deep academic perspective to Gibbons, having served as an adjunct faculty member at Gordon College and earned his Doctorate in Educational Leadership from UMass Lowell. During the interview process, it became clear that Scott possesses a rare combination of mind and heart. Whether in the hallways or the cafeteria, he has prioritized building real connections and ensuring every student feels safe, heard, and inspired. He is a principal who deeply understands teaching and is dedicated to building the schedules and support structures that allow educators to do their best work. Scott is a transparent and proactive communicator. He believes in the power of the school-home partnership and is eager to work alongside parents to support your child’s growth during these pivotal middle school years. Scott’s expertise in creating student-centered environments makes him an outstanding addition to our leadership team. Westborough is not just gaining a highly skilled administrator, we are also gaining a champion for children and a supportive colleague for staff. Please join me in offering Scott a very warm Westborough welcome!  Allison Borchers Superintendent

Monday, Feb 02 2026

1/26 Redistricting Update

Dear Westborough Families, Thank you for your ongoing partnership and engagement as we work together to plan the future of our K-3 elementary schools. Last Wednesday evening, Nick Stellitano from DillingerRAD presented the final redistricting recommendations. We understand that changes to school boundaries can bring up many questions and feelings for families. Please know that our primary goal throughout this necessary process is to ensure every Westborough student has the best possible environment in which to learn and grow. To keep you fully informed, I am sharing the final presentation materials and the comprehensive Demographic Report below. These resources provide the data and logic behind the recommendations: K-3 Redistricting Slides  (January 21 School Committee Meeting) Video Presentation  (Beginning at 13:45 – Thank you, Westborough TV!) Westborough Demographic Report  (DillingerRAD) The Path Forward   The School Committee will discuss these proposed options—and potentially vote on a final path forward—at their next meeting on  February 3, 2026  (6PM, Memorial Hall in the Town Hall). Your perspective is invaluable to this process. If you would like to share your thoughts with the Committee, you can reach all members directly at:  school-committee@westboroughk12.org . Our Commitment to Your Children   We recognize that for many, a new school assignment feels like a big transition. It is important to remember that while a vote may happen soon, the "heart" of this work begins afterward. Our principals, parent groups, and district leaders are already preparing to make this transition a positive experience. Whether your family is staying at your current school or joining the Fales community in Fall 2026, we are committed to: Warm Welcomes:  Creating special events and orientations this spring and summer to help students and families feel at home immediately. Maintaining Connections:  Ensuring that students across all K-3 schools keep their ties to friends and classmates through district-wide activities. Individual Support:  Working closely with staff to ensure every child’s social and emotional needs are met during the transition. Westborough is a small, tight-knit community, and regardless of which building your child enters, they will be surrounded by the same high standards of care and excellence that define our district. Thank you for your trust and for participating in this important work. Warmly, Allison Borchers, Superintendent

Monday, Jan 26 2026

Gibbons Middle School Principal Finalists

I am pleased to announce that our Gibbons Middle School Principal Hiring Committee has recommended three excellent finalist candidates. Each candidate will visit Gibbons at the end of January to become familiar with the school and meet with key stakeholders. I anticipate a final hiring decision will be made and a candidate announced before the February Vacation.   Thomas Millett :  Tom is currently the Assistant Principal of Westwood High School in Westwood, MA.  He has served in this role for the past 4 years.  Before his current role, Tom served as Dean of Students at Excel Academy Charter School (grades 5-12) in East Boston, MA, for eight years.  At Excel Academy, Tom taught an 8th-grade elective course each fall, including classes on Public Speaking and Service Learning. He has authored and provided professional development on topics such as Universal Design for Learning, restorative practices, and evaluation practices.  Tom will be visiting Gibbons Middle School on  Tuesday, 1/20, from Noon to 5:30 pm .  Tom Millett’s resume Jodie Cohen:  Jodie is currently the Principal of Kennedy Middle School (grades 5-8) in Natick, MA. She has served as principal there for the past 5 years.  Before her current position, she spent 2 years as an assistant principal at Chenery Middle School in Belmont.  Additionally, she taught high school science for 20 years in the Newton Public Schools.  Jodie will be visiting Gibbons Middle School on  Wednesday, 1/21, from Noon to 5:30 pm .  Jodie Cohen’s resume Scott Connery :   Scott is currently the Principal of Northbridge High School (grades 8-12), Northbridge, MA. He has served as principal there for the past 3 years.  Before his current position, he spent 6 years as an assistant principal at Gardner High School and 3 years at Oxford High School.  Additionally, he taught high school English for 17 years in Oxford, Clinton, and Fitchburg, and was an Adjunct Faculty member for curriculum development and instructional best practices at Gordon College, UMass-Dartmouth, and Atlantic Union College. Scott will be visiting Gibbons Middle School on  Monday, 1/26, from Noon to 5:30 pm .  Scott Connery’s resume Please join me in welcoming these three exceptional candidates to Gibbons.  I look forward to getting to know them better and learning about what each can bring to Westborough. Faculty and staff, administrators, parents and students will all have opportunities to meet the candidates.  Please see  the site visit schedule  for details.   A special thank you to the Hiring Committee for their work and dedication during the selection process.  Allison

Thursday, Jan 15 2026