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5 Things, Aug. 29: Sharon Begins a New School Year

Also today: The School Committee prepares to meet; find out what other committees meet this week.

Today's Weather: Skies will be partly sunny today with a high near 76 degrees, according to the National Weather Service.

1. Today is the first day of school for students in Sharon. Grades 1-12 return to the classroom today, while kindergarten will be starting Thursday, Aug. 30. Sharon teachers and staff have been back to work since Monday, Aug. 27. Get the full , and find out .

2. The Sharon School Committee will meet tonight at 7 p.m. 

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3. If you haven't heard yet, we've announced the winners of the Readers' Choice 2012 . . . be sure to  as the best of Sharon.

4. Find out what committees in Sharon are meeting this week and what they're talking about in .

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5. Would you turn off your cell phone during a dinner event for a discount? 


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