Friday Food Bags Available for Families

  November 3, 2025 Dear Frontier & Union #38 Families, We are continuing to monitor the impact of the federal SNAP disruption. Our priority is to ensure that every child in our school community has reliable access to food. Beginning this week, all five schools will offer  Friday Food Bags for the month of November . The extra food is intended to provide a little extra help over the weekend. You do not need to receive SNAP benefits to participate, this support is available to all families, no questions asked.  While we can’t replace the level of support that SNAP or local food banks provide, we hope this effort offers some relief for families in our community. Each Friday Food bag includes a mix of snacks and light meal staples. Distribution will be handled discreetly, with options for pickup at school or a bag sent home with your child. If you need delivery, we will do our best to accommodate your request. Distribution will be coordinated by each school, as every school’s process will vary slightly. Look for communication from your school principal later this week for additional details.  Please sign up as soon as possible; the deadline for this week is Tuesday, November 4, at noon. To sign up, please use the link below.  [Sign Up Here] This is a rolling enrollment program once you sign up, you’ll continue to receive a bag each week for the duration of the program unless you notify us that you want to withdraw. Families may join at any time. If you need assistance signing up, please call/email your school's office; we are happy to help. Attached are local food support resources for families who may need additional assistance. Thank you for your continued partnership. We’re grateful for the strength and compassion of our school community. Warm regards, Darius Modestow,  Superintendent

Monday, Nov 03 2025

Welcome Back to the 2025–2026 School Year!

  August 11, 2025  Welcome Back to the 2025–2026 School Year! Dear Families, Welcome to a new school year! Our schools are just about ready, and we can’t wait to welcome your children back into classrooms filled with care, curiosity, and connection.  As the school year kicks off, it’s a wonderful reminder of how a fresh start can feel. It is our version of a New Year’s resolution: a chance to reset our goals, both for our children and ourselves.  Please keep an eye out for communication from principals and/or the guidance office, as most of our updates and document submissions are now handled online. Taking a few moments to read those emails will help ensure nothing important slips through the cracks. This year, our theme is community. In a world that often feels divided or angry, we are fortunate to have the opportunity to shape something different. Our schools don’t need to follow the model of discord we unfortunately see on the national stage. Instead, we will double down on building a school community that values belonging, respect, and connection. We want every child—and every adult—to feel seen, supported, and safe. Our classrooms are places where children can grow, learn, and even stumble, knowing there’s always a hand nearby to help them up. That is the kind of community we can choose to create, and I’m proud to be part of it with all of you. This commitment to community is also reflected in the work we’ve done together over the past year to shape our district’s future.  We are proud to announce that this September, our School Committees will finalize and share the  Frontier and Union #38 Strategic Plan and Portrait of a Graduate . This work represents more than just a document; it’s a shared vision shaped by voices across our communities. From surveys to parent/caretaker listening sessions to working committees who poured over draft versions, the input and engagement from families, staff, students, and community partners was invaluable. Thank you. We’re excited about the direction this plan will take us, and the clarity it provides about the skills and attributes we want all students to develop as they grow and graduate from our schools. May this be a year of growth, connection, and achievement. Warmly, Darius Modestow Superintendent of Schools Frontier Regional and Union #38 School Districts

Monday, Aug 11 2025

Updated Guidance on Immigration Enforcement and Stud...

  June 3, 2025 Updated Guidance on Immigration Enforcement and Student Rights Dear Frontier Families and Staff, I understand that our district families and staff are overwhelmed with the end-of-year events, but we have not lost sight of a very real strain in our community.  Over the past several weeks, there has been a noticeable increase in reported federal immigration enforcement actions across Massachusetts. And just this week, the quota for ICE daily arrests was almost doubled.  These developments are deeply troubling. The ripple effects are being felt in our school community, particularly among those who have loved ones or friends now living in fear. Due to vague and inconsistent communication from federal agencies, even individuals with legal status are left feeling anxious and uncertain. We want to reassure our community that our schools remain committed to being safe, welcoming, and inclusive spaces for all students and families. In light of recent events, I am sharing updated information and resources from the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office and the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE). Key Resources: The Attorney General’s Office has issued a  Know Your Rights  guide for immigrants, families, and communities regarding interactions with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).  This guide outlines the rights of individuals being approached, detained, or arrested, as well as the rights of bystanders. Please review this document and share it with families, staff, and community members who may find it helpful. We remain committed to supporting every student and family, and we will continue to respond with clarity and compassion in the face of fear and uncertainty. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to me or your school if you have concerns or questions. Sincerely, Darius Modestow Superintendent of Schools

Tuesday, Jun 03 2025