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Think Green

In honor of Earth Day Boxford elementary school students were treated to a presentation by Jon Sorenson of Competitive Energy Services who spoke about environmental awareness. As part of the Boxford Elementary Schools Trust “Think Green” campaign, Mr. Sorenson discussed the causes of climate change and illustrated the effects of global warming on the Arctic and Antarctic including the impact on polar bears and penguins. Students learned about the “vampire” appliances in their homes which consume huge amounts of energy.  They learned how to reduce energy use by replacing incandescent light bulbs with more efficient fluorescent bulbs, powering off devices in standby mode, taking short showers instead of baths, carpooling, recycling, using reusable bags in lieu of disposable plastic bags and planting trees.

Our new “Think Green” initiative which is well underway with teachers and parents working together to explore new ideas for integrating environmental awareness into the curriculum for our children  Are you interested in fostering your child's education and preserving environment?  Please take a moment to look at a few ofthe environmental enrichment programs that are being considered. Perhaps you too will be inspired to "Think Green" and lend a helpinghand to one of the best organizations around!”  Email BonniTheriault at bnt@brandpwr.com for more information.

We’ve already received numerous orders for our reusable shopping totes to support B.E.S.T. Think Green grants. These fabulous bags feature artwork by elementary school children.

Order your bags online today!

2009 Homes Tour

We would like to thank all of the tour goers, volunteers and business sponsors who helped to make this year's Homes Tour a success. Please consider contacting one of our Tour Sponsors if you are ever in need of the services that they provide.

Touched by Technology

In 2006, B.E.S.T. launched it's Touched by Technology capital campaign to infuse technology in Boxford’s elementary schools. We are thrilled to report that in June of 2008 we reached our goal of raising $180,000! The installation of the technology was completed this fall. Thank you for your support!

Top 10 Reasons Why Technology Benefits our Children

Teachers Corner

B.E.S.T. supports technology, professional development and educator in-residence grants. Read more .

Grants Deadlines:

Spring -March 31st
B.E.S.T. encourages Boxford elementary school teachers and administrators to submit grant proposals for technology, educator-in-residence and professional development that will foster curriculum enrichment.

Fall- November 1  

Download guidelines.

Download application.

B.E.S.T. Star Program

Salute Boxford's best ...

B.E.S.T. invites you to honor educators and staff members who have made a difference in your child’s education by participating in “Boxford Salutes the BEST” STAR Program.