ePack #34

Dear Families:

This will be the final ePack of the 2016-2017 school year.  I may have something to send to you next week.  If that is the case, I will send it to you via Connect-Ed.  There are only a few postings in this week's ePack.  You can check them out here.  

Thank You:  Thank you very much to Kara Coddaire and Tara Pratt for organizing the Grade 5 Field Day this week.  Your efforts are very much appreciated.  Thanks to the PTO Board - Kristen Kraskouskas, Erin Carr and Sarah Peri for their efforts and time helping Community School this year on so many fronts. Thank you to ALL of the volunteers - too many to mention individually - for your help this past school year.  We can't do it without you! BIG thanks to the entire Community School staff for their efforts this school year!  

Grade 3 Flag Day Presentation:  Congratulations to our third graders for doing a fantastic job at their Flag Day presentation yesterday.  

Kindergarten Graduations:  These seemed to go very smoothly today and I heard a great deal of positive feedback about having these ceremonies take place in classrooms rather than the auditorium.  Thanks for coming and thanks to the the staff for organizing these events!

Grade 1 Field Trip:  Please don't forget the first graders are going on their field trip to Roger Williams Zoo on Monday, June 19th.  

Grade 1 Weather Presentation:  Our first graders were treated to a visit by the NBC Boston/NECN "Weather Warrior" vehicle and meteorologist, Jackie Layer, this week.  Thank you to Mr. Lemes (his son, Nicholas, is in Mrs. Valeri's and Mrs. O'Brien's class) for arranging this visit! The classes were on television, as well.  Check it out here.  

Grade 5 Graduation:  This event is taking place on Tuesday, June 20th at 9:30 a.m.  We hope to see you there.  

Final Day of School:  The final day of school is Friday, June 23rd.  Dismissal is at 11:30 a.m. and final report cards will be distributed.  Please note that your child's report card will also contain a letter indicating their teacher for next year.  

The 2017-2018 school year begins on Tuesday, September 5th.  Have a great summer, everyone!  

Mr. Gaudette

ePack #33

Dear Families:

As we enter the final two weeks of school, there are many events that you need to keep track of.  I have posted them below:

June 12th:  PTO Meeting
June 13th:  Grade 1 Weather Presentation 
June 14th:  Grade 5 Field Day
June 14th:  Grade 3 Flag Day Presentation to Staff and Students
June 14th:  Grade 3 Flag Day Presentation to Parents - 1:15 p.m.
June 15th:  Kindergarten End of Year Ceremonies
June 19th:  Grade 1 Field Trip to Roger Williams Zoo
June 20th:  Grade 5 Graduation - Parents - 9:30 a.m.
June 23rd:  Last Day of School/Trimester 3 Report Cards Issued - DISMISSAL AT 11:30 AM

Field Day:  We had a beautiful day last Friday.  Thanks to Mrs. Garrott and our volunteers for making a great day for our students!

Heat:  With the hot weather approaching, please make sure your child is dressed appropriately and has water.  Flip-flops and open toe shoes should not be worn to school for safety reasons.  

Wrapping Up:  Please make sure all library books have been returned and any overdue lunch balances are paid off before you leave for the summer. 

There are no new postings in this week's ePack.  The final ePack will be Thursday, June 15th.  

Thank you,

Mr. Gaudette

ePack #32

Dear Families:

I hope everyone had a great Memorial Day weekend!  We had a very patriotic first day back to school this week as we had an all-school Memorial Day assembly.  Thank you to music teacher, Mr. Leahy, for preparing our students.  The songs sounded great!  

No School:  There is NO SCHOOL for all kindergarten students tomorrow, Friday, June 2nd, due to kindergarten parent-teacher conferences.  

Final Day for Homework Club:  The final day for the Before School Homework Club is tomorrow, Friday, June 2nd.  

Grade 3 Field Trip:  The field trip to Plimoth Plantation has been rescheduled to Wednesday, June 7th.  

Grade 1 Field Trip:  Our first graders are visiting Roger Williams Zoo on Monday, June 5th. However, the weather does not look good.  We will make a decision tomorrow and inform the parents.  

Non-North Attleboro Residents:  As you know, it is against the law to attend school in a town that you do not live in.  If you have moved and not contacted the school and we are aware of it, the Truancy Officer will investigate the address you provided us.  

Other Important Dates Moving Forward:

June 5th:    Grade 1 Field Trip (may be rescheduled due to weather)
June 6th:    Grade 5 Parent Night at NAMS - 6:30 p.m.
June 7th:    Grade 5 Students Visit to NAMS - 9:15 a.m.
June 9th:    All School Field Day (Rain date is June 16th)
June 12th:  PTO Meeting
June 13th:  Grade 1 Weather Presentation
June 14th:  Grade 5 Field Day
June 14th:  Grade 3 Flag Day Presentation to Staff and Students
June 14th:  Grade 3 Flag Day Presentation to Parents - 1:15 p.m.
June 15th:  Kindergarten End of Year Ceremonies
June 20th:  Grade 5 Graduation - Time TBD
June 23rd:  Last Day of School/Trimester 3 Report Cards Issued

That's all for now.  No new postings in this week's ePack.  

Mr. Gaudette

ePack #31

Dear Families:

I believe we are all caught up on make-ups for MCAS!  Mrs. Pizarro and I plan on organizing and packing the tests tomorrow.  The children certainly worked very hard on these assessments!  We have an ePack message this week, but there are no new postings.  

Thank You:  Thank you to Sarah Peri and the MANY volunteers for their efforts on our Mother-Son Movie Night on Friday, May 19th.  I appreciate everyone's flexibility when we had to move indoors.  

Grade 3 Field Trip:  The field trip to Plimoth Plantation is cancelled tomorrow due to the weather.  We will reschedule the trip and let you know the new date as soon as possible.  

No School:  Please remember that there is no school on Monday, May 29th due to Memorial Day.  

Kindergarten Field Trip:  Our kindergarten students will visit Ward's Berry Farm on Thursday, June 1st.  

Final Day for Homework Club:  The final day for the Before School Homework Club is Friday, June 2nd.  

Kindergarten Conferences:  There is no school on Friday, June 2nd for kindergarten students due to parent-teacher conferences.  

Other Important Dates Moving Forward:

June 5th:  Grade 1 Field Trip
June 6th:  Grade 5 Parent Night at NAMS - 6:30 p.m.
June 7th:  Grade 5 Students Visit to NAMS - 9:15 a.m.
June 9th:  All School Field Day (Rain date is June 16th)
June 12th:  PTO Meeting
June 13th:  Grade 1 Weather Presentation
June 14th:  Grade 5 Field Day
June 14th:  Grade 3 Flag Day Presentation to Staff and Students
June 14th:  Grade 3 Flag Day Presentation to Parents - 1:15 p.m.
June 15th:  Kindergarten End of Year Ceremonies
June 20th:  Grade 5 Graduation - Time TBD
June 23rd:  Last Day of School/Trimester 3 Report Cards Issued

Have a great long weekend!

Mr. Gaudette

ePack #30

Dear Families:

The last two hot days are getting everyone in a summer state of mind!  I hope you were able to find some time to enjoy the warm weather outside lately.  We are wrapping up another busy week at Community School.  Grade 5 completed MCAS for the year this week and Grade 4 will be concluding tomorrow.  Grade 3 finished MCAS next week.  We're almost at the finish line!

Mother-Son Movie Night:  Please don't forget this event takes place right here at Community School (Barrows St. parking lot) tomorrow night, Friday, May 19th.  The movie starts at 8:00 p.m. and families can start arriving at 7:30 p.m.

Grade 5:  Our fifth graders will travel to Mason Field tomorrow morning, Friday, May 19th, to see a Revolutionary War Reenactment.  

PTO Meeting:  Our next PTO meeting is Monday, May 22nd.  I will be showing our revised report card that will go into effect for the 2017-2018 school year.  Hope you can join us!

"Moving On" Picture:  Grade 5 students will have their "Moving On" picture taken on Tuesday, May 23rd at 11:15 a.m.  

Grade 1 Author's Tea:  Our first graders will host an Author's Tea in the auditorium on Wednesday, May 24th at 12:30 p.m.

Grade 3:  Our third graders will visit Plimoth Plantation on Friday, May 26th.  Let's hope for good weather!

No School:  There is no school on Monday, May 29th due to Memorial Day. 

There are just a couple postings in this week's ePack!  

Have a good weekend, 

Mr. Gaudette 

ePack #29

Dear Families:

It is a very busy time of year!  This is the point in the school year when we have many events happening in school and out of school.  Please pay special attention to messages coming home via hard copy, Connect-Ed, Remind and Twitter.  Please be aware that there are many postings in this week's ePack.  Please check out the postings here.  

Field Trip:  Please remember that our 2nd graders are taking a field trip to the Southwick Zoo.  Have fun!

PawSox Game:  Please remember that the Community School Night at the PawSox is this Saturday, May 13th.  There are still a few tickets left.  If you are interested, please contact the school. 

Mother-Son Movie Night:  This event is taking place on Friday night, May 19th right here at Community School.  You received a hard copy flyer about this recently.    

MCAS:  Click here for the MCAS schedule for the rest of May.  We're almost finished! 

Scholastic Book Fair:  Thank you very much to all of our volunteers for your efforts in making a successful Book Fair!  

Moving Letter:  Tomorrow, your child will bring home a hard copy letter regarding moving prior to the 2017-2018 school year.  If you plan on moving, please return the letter to school as soon as possible.  

That's all for this week.  Enjoy your weekend!

Mr. Gaudette

Thanks to Mrs. Burke for organizing Walk to School Day on Wednesday, May 3rd

ePack #28

Dear Families:

I hope everyone enjoyed April Vacation!  We are entering the home stretch of the school year and everything becomes very busy from this point forward.  Please pay special attention to future ePacks and our other notification systems - Twitter, Remind, school website, Connect-Ed messages - for important dates and reminders. 

Thank You:  I would like to thank the PTO and all of the volunteers for their generosity during Teacher Appreciation Week prior to vacation.  The staff very much appreciated your efforts!  

MCAS:  Our Grade 4 students did a great job on their Computer-Based ELA MCAS Testing this week! Everything went very smoothly.  Grade 3 wrapping up ELA MCAS tomorrow, Friday, April 28th.  You can find the full schedule going forward here.  

Walk to School Day: Community School will be walking to school on Wednesday, May 3rd. Students and parents interested in walking should meet at the Bank of America at 7:45 a.m. and check in with Mrs. Burke. 

Fidget Spinners:  I understand that these are very popular at the present moment.  My own children have one!  However, they have become a distraction in school.  Therefore, fidget spinners are no longer allowed in school effective immediately.  Thank you!  

Drop Off:  This continues to be a problem at Community School.  Children should not be let out of their vehicles until they pull up to the curb where Mr. Rancourt is standing.  Thank you for your cooperation.  

Welcome Back:  Welcome back to Grade 1 Teacher, Mrs. O'Brien!  She returned this week from maternity leave.  

PawSox Tickets:  If you would like to attend the Community School PawSox night on Saturday, May 13th, please return the ticket order forms on Monday, May 1st.  If you lost your order form, there is one in tonight's ePack.  

There are a few postings in tonight's ePack.  Please check them out here.  

Have a great weekend!

Mr. Gaudette

ePack #27

Dear Families:

Thank you very much for attending your child's parent-teacher conference recently.  Some of you may have had a phone conversation rather than coming to the building.  We appreciate your flexibility!  

No School:  There is no school tomorrow, Friday, April 14th, due to Good Friday.  

Vacation:  Please note that Spring Vacation takes place from Monday, April 17th to April 21st.  Classes resume April 24th.  

MCAS:  MCAS also resumes when we return from vacation.  Please see the schedule here.  
PTO:  Our next meeting is Monday, April 24th at 7:00 p.m.  

School Council:  Our next School Council meeting is Wednesday, April 26th.  

Thank you:  Thank you to Mrs. Daley for filling in for Mrs. O'Brien's maternity leave over the past few months.  Best of luck!  

Postings:  Just a couple of postings in today's ePack.  

Enjoy Spring Vacation!  

Mr. Gaudette

ePack #26

Dear Families:

We had such a busy day at Community School!  Three Community Readers and one meteorologist worked with the children today.  Veterans Agent, Rebecca Jennings, read to Mrs. Picini's and Mrs. Smith's classroom.  Town Clerk, Kevin Poirier, read to Mrs. Paulhus' classroom and Dr. Danielle Klingaman, Martin School Principal, read to Mrs. Dunphy's class.  Finally, Pam Gardner of WBZ News met with our grade two students to teach them about weather.   

Square 1 Art:  Order forms were sent home today!  These need to be returned by Friday, April 7th.  Orders will arrive by May 3rd.  Thanks for your support!  

Parent-Teacher Conferences:  Confirmation forms were sent home.  Please send these back to school as soon as possible.  

Daughter Dance:  This event is happening Saturday night at 6:00 p.m.  If you are attending the event, please enter via Door C (Town Hall side).  Daughter Dance photo forms were sent home, as well.  

Jason Newton:  Jason Newton, map maker, will be working with our 3rd grade students on Monday, April 3rd.    

Tour of the Town:  Our 3rd grade students will be going on the Tour of the Town on Wednesday, April 5th.  Permission slips were already sent home.  

Spring Photos:  Spring Picture Day is Thursday, April 6th.  Order forms were sent home with the children.  

MCAS:  We have MCAS starting next week.  Here is the full schedule.  

Postings:  Just a couple postings in this week's ePack.  Please note the 5K race flyer - All proceeds will benefit the music department across the district. For every racer who writes in that they want to support Community School, $5 will be donated to our school's music department.

Dig for Dinosaurs:  Our kindergarten students enjoyed this enrichment program this past Wednesday!  Thanks to the PTO!

That's all for now. Enjoy the weekend and Happy April!

Mr. Gaudette

ePack #25

Dear Families:

I apologize for the one day delay in this week's ePack.  I was unable to complete the ePack last night as I was helping with interviews for the next Falls School principal after school.   Thank you very much for completing the survey that was recently sent home.  If you still have not returned it, please return it to school by Monday, March 27th.  

Conferences:  Parent-Teacher Conference Forms are due on Monday, March 27th.  Please don't forget to sign up!

Grade 4:  Our 4th graders are taking a computerized mock MCAS test on Monday, March 27th.  This test run will allow the children to see what the test will look like.  Please see the upcoming MCAS schedule here.  

PTO:  Please remember that there is a PTO meeting on Monday, March 27th at 7:00 p.m.  

Grade 2:  Our 2nd graders will be visited by a WBZ meteorologist on Thursday, March 30th. I'll try my best to take some pictures!   

Community Readers:  We had three members of our community visit our school this week to read to our children.  Mr. Gagnon, Falls School principal, read to Mrs. Murphy's/Mrs. Palin's class.  Mr. Sweet, North Attleboro Treasurer/Tax Collector, read to Mrs. Thornton's/Mrs. Varr's classroom.  Finally, Superintendent Holcomb read to Ms. DiNapoli's classroom.  More readers next week!

MakerSpace:  The Community School MakerSpace is up and running!  Classrooms have projects planned for the very near future.  Mrs. Valeri's/Mrs. O'Brien's class visited the MakerSpace twice this week (see pics below).  Mrs. Curren, ELL Teacher, also utilized materials from our MakerSpace to work on a few projects.  

Daughter Dance:  Please don't forget the Daughter Dance on Saturday, April 1st.  If you need a sign up form, please contact the main office.  

We have just a couple postings in this week's ePack.  I hope you have a great weekend!  

Mr. Gaudette

1VO in the MakerSpace Building Castles (pictures courtesy of Mrs. Valeri)

ePack #24

Dear Families:

Well, it was a choppy week to say the least!  We had a snow day and a Professional Development Day, so it was very hard to get into a routine this week.  Please note that the last snow day puts us at four total for the year.  Our final day of school is Friday, June 23rd.  Due to the short week, this Weekly Message will be brief.  

Last Monday:  We had a "Mad Science" enrichment program for all students.  Thank you to our PTO for funding this program!

Last Wednesday:  Our grade one students had a Lego enrichment program.  Thanks, once again, to our PTO for funding this program.  

Parent-Teacher Conferences:  Hard copy sign up sheets will be sent home on Monday. These are due back on Monday, March 27th.  

Community Readers:  The Community Readers Program is starting on Monday, March 20th. I will try to tweet out pictures.  This is a School Council led program.  We invited community members (principals, Veterans Agent, Superintendent, etc.) to our school to read to our classes.  

That's all for now!  Just a few postings in this week's ePack.  Happy St. Patrick's Day and have a great weekend!

Mr. Gaudette 

Lego Enrichment Program Pictures from 1VO

ePack #23

Dear Families:

It looks like we are getting snow tomorrow morning!  Please keep your eye on the news for any possible delays.  We had great attendance for the Gr. 5 Wax Museum last night! Thanks to all of the parents who were able to come.  Thank you to our teachers and students for their efforts!  

Monday:  We will host a "Mad Science" Enrichment Program on Monday, March 13th at 10:00 a.m. for students.  Thank you to the PTO for arranging this program.  I will try to send out some pictures.  

Wednesday:  Grade 1 will have a Lego Enrichment Program on Wednesday.  Thanks to the PTO for organizing this program.  There is a School Council meeting at 3:15 p.m.  

Friday:  There is no school on Friday, March 17th due to Professional Development Day.  

Postings:  Just a couple postings in this week's ePack.  Please note the 2017-2018 calendar.    

Have a great weekend!

Mr. Gaudette

ePack #22

Dear Families:

Happy March! We had a very busy week back from February Break!  As you know, we have been busy with Read Across America Week activities.  Thank you for sending in your children prepared to participate in these activities.  Tomorrow we close out the week with Pajama Day!  Thank you to our reading staff, Mrs. Boynton and Mrs. Houston, our Curriculum Director, Mrs. Brems, and our Librarian, Ms. Bolton, for organizing this week's events!  

Author Visit:  Our K-2 students were visited yesterday by Lyn Smith, author of A Porcupine's Promenade.  Everyone really enjoyed this visit.  Special thanks to Kindergarten Literacy Teacher, Mrs. Meropol, for organizing this visit!  Please see pictures below.  

Little Red Schoolhouse Visits:  Both of our grade three classrooms visited the Little Red Schoolhouse this week.  This is always a fun trip back in time!  Thanks to our parent volunteers.  

Grade Five Wax Museum Presentations:  Grade Five parents are invited to Community School on Wednesday, March 8th from 6 - 7 p.m. to view the fifth graders' projects.  We hope to see you!

Friday:  Tomorrow is our last event for Read Across America Week!  Children are invited to wear their pajamas for Pajama Day.  

March's Goal:  The students' goal for March is to earn 425 compliment cards from staff members!  Our monthly theme for March is perseverance.  

Postings:  There are many postings in this week's ePack.  Please make sure you check them out here.  

Have a nice weekend! 

Mr. Gaudette

Lyn Smith Visit to Community School - Wednesday, March 1, 2017

ePack #21

Dear Families:

February Vacation is here!  I hope everyone enjoys the break.  It is hard to believe March begins just a few days after we get back.  Classes resume on Monday, February 27th. Here is this week's update:

Pokemon Cards:  I am sorry to report that due to numerous arguments, Pokemon Cards are banned effective immediately.  These cards are not allowed back on school grounds. Please inform your child.  

Postings:  There are many postings this week.  Please be sure to check out the ePack carefully!  

Author Skype:  Ms. Bolton scheduled a Skype with author Julie Phillipps who wrote, Wink: The Ninja Who Wanted to Stand Out.  Our first and second grade students were a part of this.  Please ask your child about this Skype visit.  

That's all for this week.  Again, enjoy February Vacation and we'll see you back at Community School on Monday, February 27th.  

Mr. Gaudette

ePack #20

Dear Families:

I hope your children enjoyed the last two school days off and had some fun in the snow!  It looks like more is on the way on for Monday, so please stay tuned to your local news. Here is this week's update:

Last Wednesday:  Ms. Bolton, Community School librarian, arranged for a Skype visit with author Tom Angleberger.  Our grade four and grade five students were able to meet and ask questions of Mr. Angleberger.  Thanks to Ms. Bolton for arranging this Skype visit in the library.  

Valentine's Day:  Valentine's Day is Tuesday, February 14th.  Please remember that food/candy should not accompany any type of Valentine's cards your child may bring to school.  Thanks for your cooperation.  

School Council:  The School Council will meet on Wednesday, February 15th at 3:15 p.m.

MCAS:  Please note the MCAS Schedule for this spring in this week's ePack.  This is subject to change.  

February Break:  Vacation will take place February 20-24th.  

Arrival/Dismissal:  Given the amount of snow from the last storm, we will need extra cooperation from parents when dropping off and picking up children.  Barrows St. is obviously even more narrow than usual.  STUDENT SAFETY IS OUR #1 PRIORITY!

Have a great weekend! 

Mr. Gaudette

ePack #19

Dear Families:

Happy Groundhog Day!  It's my understanding that the groundhog predicted six more weeks of winter this morning.  We'll see if his prediction turns out to be true!  Here is this week's update:

Grade 4:  Our grade four students had a great opportunity this past week to learn about map making from Jason Newton.  Hopefully, you saw the maps they created in class.  

Friday:  Staff and students are invited to wear their Pats' gear to school tomorrow.  Good luck to the Patriots in this weekend's Super Bowl!

MCAS Schedule:  I am finalizing this spring's MCAS schedule and should be able to share that with you very soon.  Thanks for your patience.  

Box Tops:  Please note that two hard copies went home today regarding Box Tops.  If you lose it, there is also one posted in today's ePack.  Please fill up your sheet and return it back to school as soon as possible.  Thanks to Mrs. Chick for organizing this collection. 

Kindergarten Families:  Please return your child's yellow report card envelope with your signature as soon as you can.  Thanks.

Central Office Update:  Mrs. Suzan Cullen officially retired on Tuesday, January 31st.  Mr. Scott Holcomb is the new Superintendent of Schools and Mrs. Lori McEwen is the new interim Assistant Superintendent of Schools.  

That's all for now.  Enjoy your weekend and Go Pats!

Mr. Gaudette

ePack #18

Dear Families:

It is hard to believe that January is almost over!  This school year is certainly flying by.  Here is this week's update:

Monday:  Please note that first semester kindergarten report cards will be sent home on Monday, January 30th.  Please return the yellow envelope to school with your signature.  

Enrichment Program:  Jason Newton (map maker) will visit 4PS and 4K on January 31st. Mr. Newton will also visit 4P on Wednesday, February 1st.  Thank you to Mrs. Coddaire for organizing these visits.  

Parking:  I realize this sounds repetitive, but arrival/dismissal issues continue to occur. Here are the basic rules: 

• Drop Off is at 8:05 a.m. on Barrows Street (Door A)
• Parents should pull along the curb near Mr. Rancourt to drop off their child
• If you want to walk your child to Door A, you must park beyond the crosswalk
• At dismissal, there is absolutely NO PARKING in the Barrows St. parking lot

PTO:  Please note that Kristen Kraskouskas was named Interim President and Heather Chick was named Interim Vice-President at this past Monday's PTO meeting. Thank you to Mrs. Kraskouskas and Mrs. Chick for your time and efforts.  

Thank You:  Thank you to all of the volunteers who have come in to read to our students as part of our I-CARE program.  

February Lunch Menu:  February's lunch menu is posted in this week's ePack.  There are no other postings this week.

Next Friday:  We will have our final Patriots Rally Day of the school year on Friday, February 3rd!  Good luck to the Pats in SB 51!

Enjoy the last few days of January!  

Mr. Gaudette

ePack #17

Dear Parents:  

I hope you enjoyed the recent long weekend!  Here is this week's Community School update.  

Monday:  There is a PTO meeting at 7:00 p.m. in the library.  Please join us!

Congratulations:  Congrats to Ms. Bolton, School Librarian, who was awarded funds via the Richard A. Smith Grant to create a "green screen" studio in the library.  I'm looking forward to the students' creations!

Dogs:  Let me start with saying that I'm one of the biggest dog lovers on the planet. However, dogs should not be brought to our campus during drop off or pick up UNLESS you stay on the sidewalk. Thank you for your cooperation.  

Tomorrow:  We will have another Patriots Rally Day tomorrow as the Pats are in the AFC Championship Game this weekend.  Students and staff members are invited to wear their gear to school tomorrow.  

School Council:  The 2016-2017 School Council has begun construction on a new Parent Welcome Center in the main hallway of our school.  Please check it out!

That's all for now!  There is only one posting in tonight's ePack.  Enjoy your weekend!

Thank you, 

Mr. Gaudette

ePack #16

Dear Families:

Happy New Year!  I hope you are having a great 2017 so far!  I did not post an ePack last week as it was a four day week right after vacation.  We have many postings in today's ePack, so please make sure you check them out.  

Registration:  2017-2018 registration for kindergarten and incoming grade one students will occur tonight at the Early Learning Center from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and tomorrow from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.  

Student Jobs:  We are "employing" grade four and grade five students this year for a limited number of jobs - recycling, computer lab, etc. The students received applications recently and they are due tomorrow.  

Patriots Rally Day:  Staff and students are invited to wear their Pats gear or red, white and blue tomorrow to get ready for Saturday night's playoff game!  

No School:  Please note that there is no school on Monday, January 16th due to MLK Day.

Drop Off:  Please note the Morning Drop Off Procedures posted in today's ePack.  Please abide for our  drop off rules - they are for everyone's safety.

PTO:  Our next PTO meeting is Monday, January 23rd at 7:00 p.m.  Hope to see you!

Homework Club:  Please remember that specific children have been been invited to a morning Homework Club and that club is Tuesday - Friday.  Thanks.

That's all for now.  Enjoy the long weekend!

Mr. Gaudette