Spring Street Link

February 4, 2019

 

In continuing our work towards our goal of improving student learning, time is spent during weekly teacher meeting times looking at a variety of student work, assessing their progress towards meeting their learning goals, and determining when necessary, how and when will students who have not met our expectations have additional opportunities for re-teaching and learning.  Throughout the course of the week, these students will work with classroom teachers, special education teachers, instructional aides, tutors, and even family and community volunteers to participate in direct instruction or extra practice targeting the goal area.  Students will then be given the opportunity to demonstrate their learning by participating in a brief assignment, task, or some other type of informal assessment that will determine how each student has progressed.

 

This routine takes place mostly across reading, writing, and math.  One of the observations that we make during our math analysis is our students’ ability to perform basic math tasks, apply the skills and knowledge in ways that have been modeled and practiced in classrooms, and even apply these skills and concepts to ‘novel’ situations or problems that have not been directly practiced.  Although not all students are at the ‘novel’ level, we are seeing students attempting to problem solve with a framework that demonstrates an understanding how to approach the problem, understand what the problem is asking, using resources and strategies to plan and represent the problem, solve, and finally checking work.

 

We are very confident this teacher collaboration time will continue to support our students in meeting the very high learning expectations we have for all as well as providing valuable information to us on how we can support the learning needs of our students.  It goes without saying, that without the expert instruction of our teachers as well as the support from our instructional aides, tutors, parent and community volunteers, and families making learning a priority at home, our students’ progress and growth would not be as strong as it is.  We thank you for your continued support.

 

Early-Release Day Tomorrow

Tomorrow, Tuesday, February 5, is an early release day for students as educators will participate in professional development.  Dismissal will begin at 12:15, lunches will not be served.

 

Fun Fair Basket Raffle

The Fun Fair Basket Raffle is one of the most anticipated parts of the Fun Fair and it raises a significant amount of money for Spring Street School.  Each classroom is assigned a theme - all of which create an air of excitement!!  Your child will be coming home with a flyer with their classrooms theme and some suggested items.  No time to shop?  Gift cards and cash donations are also welcome!  A collection bag has been set up in your child's classroom. We request that all donations be delivered to school by Friday, March 4th.  Thank you!

 

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Fun Fair Silent Auction 2019

Our biggest fundraiser of the year, The Fun Fair and Silent Auction, is just around the corner on Sunday March 24th and we are seeking your support for our Silent Auction. Each year the Silent Auction generates a significant portion of the PTO’s annual revenue to support the teaching efforts of our amazing Spring Street faculty to the direct benefit of our children. The Silent Auction Committee has reached out to a number of businesses, but we are looking for new ideas and connections to raise additional funds and would love your help.  Please consider purchasing or donating, from your family or business, any of the following:

  • Patriot Tickets, Red Sox Tickets, Bruins Tickets, Revs Tickets, etc.
  • Concert Tickets
  • Theatre Tickets
  • Overnight Hotel Stay
  • A Stay at a Rental or Vacation Home
  • Museum Pass or Tickets
  • Foursome at a Golf Club
  • Restaurant Gift Card
  • Music Lessons, Cooking Lessons, Golf Lessons  (any type of lesson)
  • An Experience (pasta making, paint with friends, catering etc)
  • Monetary Donation (family or business funded) (payable to Spring Street PTO)

*Due to tax regulations, all donations must be from/to places in the state of Massachusetts.  Please fill out attached form and return it to the office or email Jennifer Daley (jmndaley@yahoo.com) with any questions at all.  We are truly grateful for your support!

 

SSS Family Cultural Night

It’s not too late to join in the sharing!  Our Cultural Night is on Thursday, February 28th at 6-7:30pm.  Please consider joining other families in sharing a bit about your family.  Sharing could include games, holidays, dress, art, music, food, traditions, etc.  If your family is interested, please let us know by filling out our survey here. 

 

4th Grade Celebration Information

Please check Monday folders today for important information regarding 4th Grade Celebration.  Please return the requested forms and fee to your child’s teacher by Friday, February 8, 2019.  Additionally, the 4th Grade Celebration Planning Committee will be meeting on Friday, February 8, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. in the school cafeteria.  If you would like to get involved in planning this special day for the Spring Street School Class of 2019, but can’t make the meeting, please contact Erin Boucher at andyerinboucher@gmail.com.

 

MCAS Assessment Dates

Our Grade 3 and 4 students will be participating in the MCAS assessments this spring.  The testing dates are below.  We are hoping families will consider avoiding these dates for appointments and/or travel.

ELA

Grade 3, April 10 and 11  

Grade 4, April 23 and 24

Math

Grade 3, May 13 and 14

Grade 4, May 15 and 16

 

February Vacation Camp

Registration is now open for the February vacation enrichment classes.  All registration and payment will be done through the parent portal. You may view the class selection and program details on our website.  Classes will run Tuesday February 19th– Friday February 22nd, 8:30AM-3:00PM.  There are over 40 classes to choose from with half day and full day options available.  All classes will be held at the Sherwood Middle School. Half day classes cost $75/week and full day classes cost $150/week.  Early drop off (7:00-8:30AM) and extended hours (3:00-6:00PM) are available for an additional fee.  If you have any questions about the program please contact Karen Isaacson, Director of Extended Learning, kisaacson@shrewsbury.k12.ma.us

 

Special Education Parent Advisory Council Meeting

Please join us on Thursday, 2/7 from 7:00 - 8:30 pm in the Floral Street School Media Center. We'll be discussing upcoming events and connecting with members new and old. Refreshments will be provided. All are welcome.

Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) is a volunteer organization made up of parents and caregivers whose children receive special education services through the Shrewsbury Public Schools. We provide a forum for parents and caregivers to share experiences and exchange information. Together, we work for understanding, respect, support and the appropriate education of all children with special needs in our community.

 

Spring Street School PTO Direct Donation Campaign

The PTO is excited to sponsor many wonderful programs and events for your children and our community this year.  We hope that you will consider making a contribution to our Direct Donation Campaign. Your support allows the PTO, a non-profit organization, to continue to provide community events, enrichment activities and the purchase of supplies and materials that are not included in the annual school budget for Spring Street School. If you would like to make a donation today, you can donate online at: https://squareup.com/store/spring-street-parent-teachers-organization-inc

 

Volunteering Requirement-CORI Checks

Anyone volunteering at our school must participate in the Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check before volunteering.  Volunteering includes classroom volunteering, field trips, field day, etc. Once a CORI check has been completed, your ‘CORI’ is valid for 3 years.  CORI checks are applicable to any volunteering in the Shrewsbury Public Schools. Unfortunately, CORIs completed elsewhere are not valid for Shrewsbury Public Schools.  This link can be used to access the form.  Please return the completed form in person to Mrs. Judith Adair, our secretary, with your license for the CORI to begin being processed.  Please allow for at least 2 weeks for CORI checks to be completed before participating in any volunteer activities at our school. Volunteers without a completed and processed CORI will be unable to volunteer until the process is complete.  Thank you in advance for your cooperation. 

 

Shriners' Hospitals Can Pull Tab Collection

We all feel so much better when we help others! Shriners' Hospitals around the world help children and their families with life-threatening conditions. We are fortunate to have a Shriners' right next door in Springfield, MA. We can help by collecting/bagging can pull tabs and bringing them into school. Thanks to Mrs. Welch for spearheading this donation drive! Please see the attached document for more information.

tinyurl.com/PullTabs-Shriners

 

 

Important Dates

Tuesday, February 5, Early-Release Day, 12:15 Dismissal, Professional Development

February 18-22, President’s Day/Winter Vacation

Thursday, February 28, Family Cultural Celebration Night

Tuesday, March 5,Early-Release Day, 12:15 Dismissal, Professional Development

Thursday, March 14, Kindergarten Parent Forum at Paton School for Incoming Kindergarten Parents, 6:30-7:30pm

Sunday, March 24, Fun Fair at SSS, 12-4:00pm

Tuesday, March 26, PTO Meeting, 6:30-7:30pm

Tuesday, April 2, Early-Release Day, 12:15 Dismissal, Professional Development

Wednesday, April 3, Gift of Knowledge Celebration, 8;30-9:00am

April 15-19, Patriots Day/Spring Vacation, No School

 

Have a good week.
Bryan Mabie

 

 

 

 

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