• Monday, October 10th: Columbus Day, No School
• Tuesday, October 11th: Morning BOKS begins, 7:30 am in the gym
• Tuesday, October 11th: Early Release 11:15 am, Staff Development
• Wednesday, October 19th: CTE Information Night, 6:00 pm Town Square
• Friday, October 21st: Picture Retake Day
• Wednesday, October 26th: Youth Vaping Information Night, 6:00-7:00 pm
• Friday, November 4th: BoosterThon BASH

We are now offering an online attendance reporting system. Parents/Guardian can report an absence, tardy or dismissal by clicking here and filling out the form. The form is also available on the WPS website by clicking on schools, then select Maria Weston Chapman Middle, and look for the circle icon labeled "Attendance". We encourage parents/guardians to utilize this system in lieu of calling the school or emailing the teachers. All attendance matters are handled by the main office.

Students should have a plan for what club they are attending, and how they are getting home before they come to school in the morning. Students are required to sign up each day for the club they plan to attend on their Chromebook using the Clever app while in morning homeroom. On the Clever app the student will be asked what club they are attending and how they are getting home. If the student is taking the late bus they will be required to fill out their bus number and stop. Please see the link below to assist your child on how to select their late bus information. In most cases it will not be the same bus number or stop as their daily bus.

All clubs end at 3:45 pm, students must be picked up on time. Parent pick up is the the designated lots only, please do not park in the front driveway.

Late buses are available for bus students that stay after school at a school sponsored club or activity. Students that leave school property and return back to campus will not be permitted to ride the bus.

Additional clubs will be rolled out over the next few months. Cancellations will be sent out by 1:00 pm by text message. All clubs reinforce positive behaviors that make MWC such a great learning environment. At MWC we take pride in R.O.A.R “Respect, Ownership,Achievement and Responsibility.”

Only registered bus students are able to ride the late bus. Late bus service is not available on half days or Friday. Please go over the routes and select a stop with your child prior to the start of clubs to avoid confusion at dismissal. Late bus routes can be found here.

We are pleased to announce that we will be offering a Fall session of BOKS, a before school activity program beginning on Tuesday, October 12th at 7:30 am.

BOKS prepares children for a day of learning and is an important step in helping children gain an appreciation of the benefits of exercise and healthy choices that will last a lifetime. BOKS sparks a child’s mind and body for better learning during the school day.

Typical BOKS class: 40 minutes - 4 parts

1. Open Gym 2. Warm up 3. Running Activity 4. Fun Game

Dates: Tuesday October 11th through Thursday Thursday December 1st

Days: It will run every Tuesday and Thursday morning.

Time: BOKS begins at 7:30 am and goes to 8:10.

Students will enter the school through the main entrance starting at 7:30.

To sign up for BOKS students just need to show up on time!

Contact: Catherine.Gaudiano@weymouthps.org or Elizabeth.Gilmore@weymouthps.org with questions.

We had an incredible visit from actor, director and Author Justin Baldoni this past week. He talked from the heart and gut about becoming the strongest, kindest, bravest person you can be. The kids seemed to really enjoy their brief brush with fame! Stay tuned for more fabulous author visits sponsored by An Unlikely Story.

Ms. Gamache, Director Career and Technical Education at Weymouth High School, will be presenting information about the programs offered and our admissions policy. She will be visiting on October 19th to share with grade 7 and grade 8 students and will be offering an information meeting at night for families. The evening meeting will be held at Maria Weston Chapman School Town Square from 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm.

MWC students will be receiving their school ID within the next week. The student ID also serves their bus pass. Please make sure that your student wears their ID to school everyday. It will be required to board their school bus in the afternoon. We recommend that students place their ID along with their charged Chromebook in their backpack each night ready to go!

Celtics vs. Houston Rockets 12/27/22 MWC Event

Click here to purchase tickets!

We have reserved 115 tickets for the December 27th, 2022 Celtics vs. Rockets game at TD Garden. Tickets are $70 each. Up to 6 tickets can be purchased per family. All tickets are electronic and will be emailed to the adult who is listed on this form 3 weeks prior to the game. Payment must be received by Wednesday, October 12th at 3pm at the MWC front office. Checks should be made to WMSPC or Weymouth Middle School Parent Council, placed in an envelop and marked: Attn MWSPC/Celtics.

Any questions can be sent to: weymouthmspc@gmail.com.

• The Maria Weston Chapman Bash Fundraiser is scheduled for 11/4! Our goal is to raise $35,000 for student enrichment and activities and to strengthen the Chapman school community.

  
  

  When you register on MYBOOSTER.COM, there are easy share features available that you can use as a great tool to help!

  
  

  We are working hard to make this fundraiser safe, fun, and successful for everyone!

  
  

  Go to mybooster.com in order to register. Registration opens on October 12th!

We are excited to continue our Abigail Adams tradition of the Veterans Day Wall of Honor here at Maria Weston Chapman Middle School this year! Staff and students honor our Veterans by displaying photos of our family members or friends who have served or are serving in our military. We would love to add your service member’s photo to our wall this year. Forms were sent home this week. Please send in your completed form with photo to Mrs. Mahoney in the guidance office by Friday, October 28, 2022. We welcome multiple submissions if you have more than one military member in your family. If you have made a submission in the last three years we probably still have it here! Please email Mrs. Mahoney at kathleen.lyon@weymouthschools.org to ask. Extra forms are available in the main office or on Mrs. Mahoney’s door in guidance. Thanks for your time and have a great weekend!

Happy Fall to our families and students! If any students are interested in attending any type of school outside of Weymouth for Fall 2023, that process begins now. Private schools, as well as Norfolk Agricultural High School, have an application process. That process needs to be initiated by students and families. Please start by looking at those schools' websites. Once a student and family complete the application process, our school will then be contacted. Transcripts and other requested information always needs to be sent from school to school. As always, If you have further questions, please let us know. Enjoy the long weekend!"

Click here for this month's Helping Students Learn Newsletter provided by our Title 1 services.

For a quick tutorial on how to login to Aspen, find your child’s report card, and/or find your child’s Special Education progress report:

• How to login into the Aspen Family Portal

• How to find your child’s report card

• How to find your child’s Special Education progress report

Parents or Guardians are required to attend athletic events with their child, this includes events held at Maria Weston Chapman Middle School and Weymouth High School. This is mandatory and there are no exceptions. There will be no re-entry if you leave the game early, no outside beverages will be allowed in the gym or stadium,. All primary and middle school aged students must be with an adult chaperone.

Sign up for the Virtual Backpack on our website to stay current with information. Prior weekly newsletters are posted in the virtual backpack for your convenience. Answers to most questions can be found in the virtual backpack!

Our Web Site: https://www.weymouthschools.org/middle-school-chapman-campus

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More to follow!

• Tech Support for Families
• Champions Before and After School Care - 781-812-8735 or lolee@discoverchampions.com
• Blackboard Communications - Opt In and Opt Out Instructions
• Town Wide Parent Council - Meets the Second Tuesday of Each Month

• COVID Resources

  • DESE/DPH School Guidance
  • Video: How to Administer an At-Home COVID Test
    
  • Text Guide: How Do I Administer an At-Home COVID test?
• Weymouth Public Schools Transportation Webpage