The Monson School Committee will hold its next Regular Business Meeting on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 from 6–8 p.m. The meeting is open to the public and can be attended in person at 43 Margaret Street, Room 428, or virtually through the Google Meet link in the agenda.

Here is this week's athletics schedule for now as we await the Western, MA tournament seeding results (released tomorrow, 10/21/25): Monday, 10/20: Girls soccer @ Douglas 3:45 (*Weather contingent, bus leaves at 1:45, please dismiss by 1:35) Unified Basketball @ Southwick 4 PM (bus leaves @ 2:30)   Tuesday, 10/21: -Girls soccer JV ONLY @ Mohawk 4PM (1:45 bus, please dismiss by 1:35) Questions? Contact the Athletic Director: zurawkam@monsonschools.com

The October issue of the Monson Public Schools District Digest is now available. This monthly publication provides families, staff, and community members with updates from across the district, highlighting recent accomplishments, upcoming events, and areas of continued focus.

Here is this week's athletics schedule: Monday, 10/13: Girls Soccer @ Wahconah rescheduled due to weather Tuesday, 10/14: Girls JV Soccer @ Ware 4pm (2:30 PM bus) Wednesday 10/15 Golf@ Agawam Municipal Golf Course(7:45 AM bus) WMASS Championship Cross Country @ home 345pm Senior Night Boys V Soccer @ home 4pm Pink Out Game Girls Soccer @ Frontier 7pm (5:00 PM bus) Thursday 10/16 No Athletic Events Friday 10/17 Unified Basketball @ home 4pm Boys Soccer @ home 4:30pm Senior Ni

This month’s Granite Valley newsletter highlights academic updates, Wellness Week, fall activities, and important upcoming school events for students and families.

This issue features updates on Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the upcoming Early College Program, hands-on learning with the One8 Foundation, and student success across sports, clubs, and career readiness programs.

A vacancy has occurred on the Monson School Committee. The Select Board and School Committee will hold a joint meeting to appoint a qualified individual to fill the unexpired term. Letters of application outlining interest and related experience are due by Friday, October 17, 2025.

Happy October, ECC families! In this month’s Counseling Newsletter, Mrs. Paige shares classroom highlights, SEL lessons, upcoming events, and fall-themed book recommendations to support social-emotional growth at home.

The Monson Athletic Booster Association, Inc. and our Monson Mustangs are proud to kick off Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Throughout October, our athletes will be wearing pink, rallying the community, and collecting donations to support families touched by breast cancer. Join us at today’s opening events — Golf, Cross Country, and Girls Soccer & Cheer — and mark your calendars for more awareness games ahead. All are invited to walk with the Mustangs at the Rays of Hope Walk

In the ECC October 2025 Newsletter, Principal Penny Ann Manteria shares her pride in how quickly students have settled into routines and thanks families for their support. Highlights include our Shining Stars for October, reminders for families, and key upcoming events like Parent–Teacher Conferences, Open House, Trunk or Treat, and the PBIS Dress-Up Parade.

The Monson PTSA welcomes parents, guardians, teachers, staff, and students to the next meeting on Wednesday, October 1, at 6:00 PM in the ECC Library at Quarry Hill Community School. Join us to hear updates on current initiatives, learn about upcoming events and fundraisers, and explore ways to get involved. Together, we can make a meaningful impact in supporting our students and strengthening the Monson Public Schools community.

Monson Public Schools’ breakfast, PreK snack and lunch menus for October 2025  are now available online. Families are encouraged to...

Superintendent Paul N. Foster has launched his Entry Plan—a roadmap for listening, learning, and building relationships in his first months with Monson Public Schools. The plan is designed to celebrate what makes Monson special, identify opportunities for growth, and shape a shared vision for the future. Families are invited to join upcoming Listening Sessions or share feedback through the community-wide survey.

The Monson School Committee will hold its Regular Business Meeting tonight, Wednesday, September 17, from 6–8 p.m. The meeting is open to the public and can be attended in person at 43 Margaret Street, Room 428, or virtually through the Google Meet link in the agenda.

Monson Public Schools is pleased to report that Monson High School will reopen on Wednesday, September 17  for a regular school day. Our...

Monson High School will be closed on Tuesday, September 16 due to a plumbing issue. Athletics will continue as scheduled, and Quarry Hill and Granite Valley will have a normal school day.

Monson High School is offering students two incredible travel opportunities: Spain (with an optional Morocco extension) in April 2026, and Mexico City & the Yucatán Peninsula in April 2027. Enrollment and early-bird discounts are available, but space is limited. Join our Parents’ Information Meeting on Monday, September 15 at 6:30 PM in Room 303. Contact Señora Garces at Garcesp@monsonschools.com for full details.

We’re excited to share the very first issue of the Monson Public Schools District Digest—a new monthly newsletter designed to keep families and our community connected. Inside you’ll find highlights from the start of the school year, upcoming events, fundraisers, spotlights on students and staff, athletics updates, community resources, and more.

School Picture Days are coming soon! Printed order forms will be sent home this week. View each school’s schedule, online order code, and flyer here.

Granite Valley School’s September 2025 Newsletter shares a warm welcome from Principal Wissinger, highlights the ROCKS values in action, and includes important dates, PBIS Kickoff details, and family resources to help students thrive.