Boyden Weekly Update

September 6, 2024

Dear Boyden Families,

On Tuesday, we welcome 64 kindergarteners to Boyden as they began their jourmey through the Walpole Public Schools. It was great to see them learning our school routines and making new friends. It is equally great to see our older students waving and smiling to welcome our new students to Boyden. Students in grades 1-5 have been great role models!

Enjoy the weekend!

Brendan

Bus Dismissal

Thank you for your patience and understanding regarding the delays with our bus service. We recognize that these delays have caused some inconvenience, and we appreciate your flexibility. The new school year always brings a few unexpected challenges and the punctuality of the buses has taken longer than anticipated. The bus company, WPS transportation department and the schools are closely monitoring the situation and working together to minimize future delays.

We will keep you informed of any updates and continue to do everything we can to ensure a smooth and timely transportation experience for our students and families.

Thank you once again for your support and understanding.

Counselor's Corner

Check out September Counselor's Corner from our two counselors, Mrs. Audet and Ms. Lemmler.

Boyden Curriculum Night/Open House

We are looking forward to welcoming parents and guardians to Boyden's Open House on Wednesday, September 25, 2024. Teachers will be sharing curriculum expectations along with information specific to the classroom. Parents and guardians will also have time to ask general questions. Any questions specific to a child should be reserved for a more confidential setting.

Also, during these times our specialists and other service providers will be available for parents/guardians to meet and hear about the work they do with students. The Open Houses at all of the Walpole Elementary Schools are for Parents and Guardians only. Students, other family members, and guests should not attend.

Schedule:

6:00 PM - 6:30 PM Families with Last Name Beginning with M--Z*

6:45 PM - 7:15 PM Families with Last Name Beginning with A-L*

*If you have more than one child, please email the teacher for an exception to the assigned times.*

When Does School Start?

All students in grades 1-5 will begin Wednesday, August 28th

All kindergarten students will begin Tuesday, September 3rd

Boyden's day begins promptly at 8:55 AM (doors open at 8:45 AM) and ends at 3:25 PM. Being on time for school is essential as it sets the stage for a successful day, academically and social- emotionally.

Students arriving after 8:55 will be marked tardy and need to be signed in at the front office by an adult.

Private Lessons - WPS Music Department

The Walpole Public Schools Music Department is pleased to announce the fall session for our Private Lesson Program for students in grades 4 - 12. If your child is interested in taking private instrument or voice lessons, here is your chance. Lessons are offered in flute, oboe, clarinet, bass clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, baritone horn, tuba, piano, percussion, violin, viola, cello, guitar and voice. All lessons are taught by accomplished performers on their respective instruments. Some lessons are currently being taught virtually.

Session 1 will run September 23 to January 31.

Registration is open until Monday, September 16th.

For more information and to register, visit:

https://sites.google.com/walpole.k12.ma.us/wpsmusic/private-lesson-program/overview

For questions, email:

Tim Fleming (K-12 Music Coordinator) at tfleming@walpole.k12.ma.us

School Nutrition Update

Welcome back students and families! We are excited to update you with the news that Massachusetts students will receive FREE school meals again in School Year 2024-2025!

Please note that even though meals will be free for all, it is very important for families who feel they may qualify to still complete the Household Application for Free and Reduced Price Meals for the 2024-2025 school year. We strongly encourage ALL families who feel they may qualify to submit this form as it allows us to waive bus fees and other applicable fees for those who qualify and serve families most effectively. Completing this form also helps our district to receive more federal funding to keep our Nutrition Program strong.

Complete the application here: https://www.myschoolapps.com/Application

If you are interested, please consider applying for SNAP, the federal nutrition program that provides eligible residents with monthly financial assistance to purchase groceries. More SNAP information can be found at gettingsnap.org or by calling Project Bread’s FoodSource Hotline at 1-800-645-8333.

It is our privilege to provide breakfast and lunch to your children, supporting them with nourishing and healthy meals to power through the school day! We can’t wait to see them in the coming weeks. Please reach out with any questions or concerns that you may have.

Healthy Regards,

Maria Hall

Walpole School Nutrition Director

mhall@walpole.k12.ma.us

PAC News

NEW PAC WEBSITE!!

PAC is excited to roll out our new website for friendship directory, direct donations, to sign up and volunteer for events along with other cool features! A one stop shop!!!! Make sure to register and add your children!! Click the link below!

https://boyden.futurefund.com/

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