13 | ACTON-BOXBOROUGH REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT | ANNUAL REPORT 2025–2026
Access and Engagement
ACTON-BOXBOROUGH RESOURCE CENTER Now in its third year of operation, the Acton-Boxborough Resource Center (ABRC) in partnership with the Acton- Boxborough Community Compass has grown into a cornerstone of support for students, staff, and families across our communities.This year, ABRC welcomed 1,988 visitors, distributing over 1,950 bags of essen- tial items, including 650+ winter coats . We processed over 4,700 bags of clothing donations , ensuring quality items made it back to our community and ex- cess to partners across the state, made possible by the tireless work of our volunteers including students! The ABRC has also become a meaningful hub for commu- nity engagement, serving a wide range of constituents from retired volunteers and scouts to professionals, ABRHS seniors seeking internships, and students in the Occupational Development and PACE programs, for whom the ABRC serves as a real-world training site. We are deeply grateful to our volunteers, donors, and community partners whose generosity and dedication make it possible for us to provide every
visitor with compassionate care tailored to their individual needs.
based approach centered on curriculum integration, professional learning for educators, student voice, and community engagement. Looking ahead, priorities for the upcoming school year include launching a High School Leadership Coalition, targeted professional learning forJunior High and High School staff, and an optional educator-led Book Study Group, all aimed at building a school community where every member feels safe, respected, and empowered. HATE CRIMES PREVENTION GRANT ABRSD was awarded $38,956 from the Massachusetts DESE Hate Crimes Prevention Grant , a competitive state-funded grant providing support to districts in combating bias and preventing hate crimes. This grant will enable ABRSD to expand its efforts through professional learning for educators, and directly sup- porting the ongoing work of the Antisemitism Task Force and the district’s broader commitment to foster- ing safe, inclusive, and equitable school communities for all students and staff.
The ABRC hosted several successful community events: • Holiday Gift Drive provided gifts to 208 local children. • English Language Conversation Practice: This daily drop-in program offers a welcoming space for community members working to build confidence and fluency and fostering connection while strengthening communication skills. Friend- ships were formed, and food was often shared from a variety of cultures. ANTISEMITISM TASKFORCE In response to a documented rise in antisemitic incidents, ABRSD established an Antisemitism Task Force in Fall 2025 , bringing together students, educators, administrators, and community members. The Task Force developed a multi-tiered, education-
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