Spring Street Link
March 25, 2019
Thank you to our PTO, parents and families, and the many community volunteers who pitched in to make our Spring-a-Palooza Fun Fair and Silent Auction a memorable and fun day for our school community. From baskets to games, popcorn to face painting, it was a huge success. These kinds of family-friendly fundraisers would not be possible without parents, caregivers, teachers and staff generously donating their time and energy not only on the day of the event, but during the many weeks of preparation leading up. A special thank you to our PTO board members, Karen Zidonis, Liz Foxwell, Jen Daley, Bree Shaw, and Amy Slicer for their dedication, planning, and facilitation to make this event a great success, we are so fortunate. Thank you as well to the many families for participating and for so generously supporting our school, much appreciation!
DESE Tiered Focused Monitoring - Important Announcement
During the week of April 1, 2019 the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education’s Office of Public School Monitoring (PSM) will conduct a Tiered Focused Monitoring Review of Shrewsbury Public School District. The Office of Public School Monitoring visits each district and charter school every three years to monitor compliance with federal and state special education and civil rights regulations. Areas of review related to special education include student assessments, determination of eligibility, the Individualized Education Program (IEP) Team process, and IEP development and implementation. Areas of review related to civil rights include bullying, student discipline, physical restraint, and equal access to school programs for all students.
In addition to the onsite visit, parent outreach is an important part of the review process. The review chairperson from the Office of Public School Monitoring will send all parents of students with disabilities an online survey that focuses on key areas of their child’s special education program. Survey results will contribute to the development of a report. During the onsite review, the Office of Public School Monitoring will interview the chairperson(s) of the district’s Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC). Other onsite activities may include interviews of district staff and administrators, reviews of student records, and onsite observations.
Parents and other individuals may call Michelle Hennessy-Kowalchek Public School Monitoring Chairperson, at (781) 338- 3704 to request a telephone interview. If an individual requires an accommodation, such as translation, to participate in an interview, the Department will make the necessary arrangements.
Within approximately 60 business days after the onsite visit, the review chairperson will provide the district with a report with information about areas in which the district meets or exceeds regulatory requirements and areas in which the district requires assistance to correct or improve practices. The public will be able to access the report at www.doe.mass.edu/pqa/review/cpr/reports/.
Kids’ Magic Show Hosted by SHS Class of 2022 on April 26th
Looking for a fun activity in Shrewsbury? On April 26th, the freshman class of 2022 is hosting a kids magic show. Come to Shrewsbury high school for a fun and exciting show filled with activities like henna, face painting, and calligraphy. The magic show will be hosted by the
amazing, Mr. Magic Head. See the attached flyer for details.
Preventing Anxiety and Depression Presentation and Discussion
Shrewsbury Public Schools invites parents, community members, and students to a thought-provoking presentation and discussion; Preventing Anxiety and Depression: Skills We Can (and Should!) Teach Our Children on April 2nd from 6:30-8:30pm at Oak Middle School, information is attached.
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Overdue Fees or Negative School Lunch Balance
Parents are reminded that the District will proactively block student registration for busing and all other fee or tuition-based programs if your student has a negative School Lunch account or funds due for any fee-based program [Extended School Care, Full-Day Kindergarten, Preschool, Athletics, Student Activity Fee, Music Lessons etc…) If you are experiencing a job loss or significant decrease in household income, you may apply for Free or Reduced Meals at the weblink below at anytime during the school year. Eligibility for Free or Reduced Meals is the financial means test that the District uses to either reduce or waive other school-based fees.
https://schools.shrewsburyma.gov/foodsvc/free-reduced-price-lunch-breakfast
Cartooning Classes at Spring Street School
Spring is here! At Young Rembrandts that means one thing : CARTOONING! Now’s the time we change things up a bit and end the year without well-loved cartoon lessons. No time for Spring fever in here! Kids love these fun and fast paced classes— we draw multiple pictures each week, tied together by a common theme or by together telling a sequential story. We focus on movement and action , personifying inanimate objects making them come to life in ways we don’t expect! Come join the fun! Cartooning fills quickly and your artist won’t want to miss out! Class begins at SSS on April 4; registration is now open at https://swboston-centralma.asapconnected.com/?org=4036#eventid=1407101
April Vacation Enrichment Program
Shrewsbury Public Schools is offering April vacation enrichment classes for students in grades K-8. Registration will open Thursday, March 14that 7:00AM. All registration and payment will be done through the parent portal. You may preview the class selection in advance on our website, http://schools.shrewsburyma.gov/extendedlearning/Vacation-Programs.cfm Classes will run Tuesday April 16th– Friday April 19th, 8:30AM-3:00PM. There are dozens of classes to choose from with half day and full day options available. All classes will be held at Floral Street 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. Please note: Students must be enrolled in Shrewsbury Public Schools to participate, and all outstanding fees must be paid in order to register. If you have any questions about the program please contact Karen Isaacson, Director of Extended Learning. kisaacson@shrewsbury.k12.ma.us
Spring Street School Spirit Days
Show your Spring Street School spirit by participating in Fabulous Fridays! Dress to impress with each day’s theme. Everyone is encouraged to participate! Our Spirit Days themes are attached.
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
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.
Important Dates
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
Wednesday, May 1, Gift of Knowledge Celebration, 8:30-9:00am
Tuesday, May 7, Early-Release Day, 12:15 Dismissal, Professional Development
Friday, May 10, SSS Talent Show at SSS, Info to come soon
Tuesday, May 14, PTO Meeting, 6:30-7:30pm
Tuesday, May 21, Grade 4 Chorus Concert, 6:00pm
Monday, May 27, Memorial Day, No School
Wednesday, June 12, Last day of School for Kindergarten Only, 3:15 dismissal
Friday, June 14, Last day of School, Grades 1-4, Half Day, 12:15pm dismissal
Have a good week.
Bryan Mabie
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