Winchendon Weekly News -- November 3, 2023
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Enroll Your Child in Head Start
Enrollment is now open for the Winchendon Head Start program. The Pre-School program has many openings for local families. For complete information, see one of the flyers linked below:
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Mount Wachusett Community College Named a "2023 Best for Vets" by Military Times
GARDNER, MA - November 6, 2023 - Today Military Times released its 2023 Best for Vets: College rankings. The Military Times Best for Vets: Colleges is the largest and most comprehensive annual ranking of schools for military service members and veterans.
Each year Military Times surveys colleges and universities across the nation asking about their programs for veterans. The survey results are then analyzed, along with public data about colleges and universities obtained from the Department of Education and Department of Veterans Affairs and turned into an official ranking.
"Our Veterans Services Director Robert Mayer's work to support the support the academic, social, physical and financial needs of our veteran students is exemplary," notes MWCC President James Vander Hooven. "We are honored to be recognized for this significant work, and look forward to celebrating with our Veteran students, staff and faculty at our annual Veteran Appreciation Breakfast on Wednesday."
The 2023 rankings can be found here, Times; new Best for Vets website: bestforvets.com According to the press release issued by Military Times, 325 schools made the list - up nearly 5% over last year.
"For 10 years, Military Times Best for Vets: Colleges has continued to serve and support the military community through its trusted ranking and reporting on the top schools for veterans. Our comprehensive survey and thoughtful methodology make our rankings best in class" said Mike Gruss, editor-in-chief at Sightline Media Group, parent company of Military Times in the Military Times release.
The Military Times is the trusted source for independent news and information for service members and their families. The military community relies on Air Force Times, Army Times, Marine Corps Times, and Navy Times for reporting on everything important to their lives, including branch-specific news, pay, benefits, finance, education, health care, recreational resources, retirement, promotions, product reviews, and entertainment. Military Times is owned by Sightline Media Group. To learn more, visit www.militarytimes.com.
Mount Wachusett Community College Receives Scholarship Donation from Chapter 907 of the Vietnam Veterans of America
MWCC Veterans Services Director Bob Mayer, MWCC Foundation Director Carla Zottoli, VVA Director Jim Benton, MWCC President James Vander Hooven, VVA 907 Treasurer Michael Zlotnik, and VVA Vice President John Durling.
Photo courtesy of Nia Carignan
GARDNER, MA - November 8, 2023 - Mount Wachusett Community College President James Vander Hooven, MWCC Foundation Director Carla Zottoli, and Veterans Services Director Robert Mayer welcomed Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 907 Jim Benton, Mike Zlotnik, and John Durling on November 6 for the presentation of their annual contribution to the Mount Wachusett Community College Veterans Scholarship.
The Mount Wachusett Community College Veterans Scholarship was established through the generosity of the Vietnam Memorial Committee in 2003 as "The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Scholarship." In establishing this fund, the committee recognized the important role played by Mount Wachusett Community College in insuring that the sacrifices and service of veterans who served in the Vietnam conflict will not be forgotten. In 2008, the committee requested that the name be changed to the MWCC Veterans Scholarship.
"Chapter 907 of the Vietnam Veterans of America has been directly and indirectly supportive of Mount Wachusett Community College veterans for twenty years," stated Robert Mayer, MWCC Director of Veterans Services. "Their annual donation to the scholarship, and the example they set in the community has helped inspire other organizations and individuals to follow suit. There are now six annual scholarships dedicated to veteran students. I am so grateful that the older generation of veterans is so committed to the success of the current generation."
In addition to fundraising by the VVA Chapter 907, the Patriot Riders of America Chapter 3, and the Xtreme Riders of Framingham have also showed generous support to the VVA for the MWCC Veterans Scholarship.
Sizer School Holiday Craft Fair November 18
On Saturday, Nov. 18 from 10-2 p.m. visit Sizer School in Fitchburg for a Holiday Craft Fair event for the whole family.
"We have been looking for a way to invite the public into the building in a big way ever since the pandemic ended and this year the Student Ambassadors thought a Craft Fair would be a great option," said Student Ambassador Advisor and Director of Communications Lindsay Alweiss.
This event is a fundraiser. Monies raised will help support enrichment activities for Sizer School's 7th-12th grade students.
"Sizer is known for its award-winning visual and performing arts programs so it just makes sense to celebrate the art and creativity we have in the North Central Mass community," said Alweiss.
Over 20 vendors are lined up for Saturday's event and include: Color Street - Polished with Jude, Surfing Goat Soaps, Etched By Emily, Rustic Wax Works, L & K Enterprises 3D Printing, Yellow Dino Creations, Crystal-Rose Rathier, the Sugar Garden, Sunshine Craft Corner, Tideline Boutique, Mollie Skuse, Steriorgon, Country Gals Homestead, Emerald By Alexa, Sudsy Soaps by Jess, Janet Cornell, OY design Co., Jenn Guiliani, Anam Amir, Pass That Plant, Kathy's Kreations, Sweet Creations by Gloria, Thrifty Kids and Wax & Scent.
"We have more than just the Student Ambassadors helping for the day," said Alweiss. "We're a school that values building community and working together."
Aside from the vendors, the Holiday Craft Fair will include some live music by the Sizer School Band Club, Face Painting by the Art Club, A Crafting Corner for Kids led by Assistant Principal for Student Accountability Kristin Capezio and a Thrifter's Market to shop for gently used clothing and household items being led by Adjustment Counselor Brielle Stovall and a team of student leaders.
Sizer School is located at 500 Rindge Road in Fitchburg. The event will be free to get in and is handicap Accessible. Parking on site with overflow parking available, and with thanks, at Seven Hills, across the rotary.
A Charter Public School, Sizer School seeks to send students into the world who think for themselves, care about themselves and others, and act creatively and responsibly in the world. Find out more at www.sizerschool.org. Now taking applications for 2024-2025.