Principal Madden’s Weekly Message—Week of September 27, 2021
Greetings Caregivers!
I hope you all enjoyed the lovely weekend!
Photos
This week’s photos show our Autumnal Equinox photo of DAY = NIGHT! Also, there are some photos of our fabulous head gear for this special occasion. 5th graders are collecting leaves at recess to feed their new classroom worms, first graders are hard at work in the garden, and some 4th graders are showcasing their jump roping talents and cooperation at recess.
COVID Updates:
I hope that everyone received the call from our Superintendent, Dr. Provost, letting you know about COVID updates. You should have received these notices in your email, but if you missed any of them, here they are.
COVID Updates from the Health Advisory Committee are here!
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Please remember to keep your child home if they are ill. Here is a link with some guidelines to help you make the decision: http://www.northamptonschools.org/project/illness-prevention/
Email our wonderful nurse, Karen Schiaffo, if you have any questions.
Afterschool Programs
YEP (Youth Enrichment Programs) begin this week on Mondays and Fridays. Call the school office if you have any questions.
Liftoff Learning continues this week Tuesday-Thursday. Here is the caregiver link if you need any reminders.
http://www.northamptonschools.org/project/lift-off-learning/
Important Upcoming Dates
September 29 at 6:30: PTO Meeting
October 7 from 6:00-7:00: Virtual Open House (some classrooms will have these information sessions before this date, and all teachers will be in touch with you about Zoom links)
October 8: Early Dismissal (11:30) for Teacher Work Day
October 11: No School Indigenous Peoples’ Day
November 1: Photo retakes
November 2: No School—Election Day & Professional Development Day for staff
November 11: No School for Veterans Day
Stay up to date with all of our school activities on our School Website’s Calendar!
I hope that all families and caregivers feel welcome, comfortable, and valued at our school. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions or concerns. I am happy to meet with any of you after school hours (when I can allow you inside!) or can talk on the phone anytime.
Sincerely,
Sarah Madden, Principal