Peabody Opens Kindergarten Registration; City Seeks to Return $320K in Unclaimed Funds

Peabody is preparing to return $320,000 in unclaimed property to residents and businesses before a July 31 deadline, per Peabody Patch. The school district also launched kindergarten enrollment for 2026-2027 this week, giving families two reasons to check the district website before summer fully takes hold.

SCHOOLS

Peabody Public Schools has opened kindergarten registration for the 2026-2027 school year. Families with children entering kindergarten next fall can find enrollment details and answers to common questions on the district's website at peabody.k12.ma.us.

The district is also inviting families of pre-K through grade 5 students to STEAM into Summer Family Night on June 17 at Higgins Middle School. The event is designed to send younger students into the break with hands-on science, technology, engineering, arts, and math activities.

ELSEWHERE IN THE NEWS

"Peabody Looks To Return $320K To Residents, Businessess By July 31" — Mayor Ted Bettencourt is urging residents and businesses to search the city's online abandoned-property list and file claims before the July 31 cutoff. Per Peabody Patch (read it at https://patch.com/massachusetts/peabody).
"Peabody To Host North Shore Chamber's THRIVE Summit For Women" — A professional conference arrives in Peabody on June 18, bringing together speakers, breakout sessions, and women-owned businesses for a North Shore gathering. Per Peabody Patch (read it at https://patch.com/massachusetts/peabody).
"Brooksby Village Men Prioritize Health, Connection During Men's Health Month" — Residents at the Peabody senior community are embracing fitness and camaraderie through a dedicated men's program throughout June. Per Peabody Patch (read it at https://patch.com/massachusetts/peabody).

COMING UP

**Sunday, June 15**: Grade 6 Preview Night, Higgins Middle School. **Tuesday, June 17**: STEAM into Summer Family Night, Higgins Middle School — PK through grade 5 families. **Wednesday, June 18**: North Shore Chamber THRIVE Summit for Women, Peabody. **Monday, June 23**: Regular School Committee Meeting. **Thursday, June 25**: Last Day of School.

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