Killam Principal's Corner
July 27th, 2026
A Note from Principal Fulton 🚌🔆
Thank you for joining in on the fall fun today! We had such a great turn out and I know your kids really love seeing your faces at school! I hope you have a safe, fun weekend with them as well.
We are heading into a choppy November month, so it will be important to check the newsletter weekly for upcoming dates. A reminder to sign up for November Family Conferences if you would like to discuss your child's progress on 11/19 or 11/20.
Grade 1 and Kindergarten will have a combined enrichment sponsored by the PTO on Wednesday! Be sure to ask about Tony Toledo!
A reminder that picture retakes are Thursday. Please send in your previous pictures if possible.
Looking ahead, there is no school next Wednesday, 11/11 in honor of Veteran's Day.
Have a wonderful weekend,
Lindsey Fulton, Principal
This Year's Musical: High School Musical Jr!🏀
Information will be sent home with fourth and fifth graders on Monday! Be on the look out!
TRRFCC Ticket Winners 🐨
Social Emotional Learning🔆
Rooted in the Village: A Parent & Caregiver Evening Gathering
Raising and supporting children with different strengths, needs, and ways of experiencing the world can bring both rewarding moments and unique challenges. You don’t have to navigate it alone! Join us as we kick off this year’s Rooted in the Village series with a relaxed evening gathering for parents and caregivers. This supportive space is an opportunity to connect with other families, share experiences, and learn practical tips and strategies for supporting neurodivergent children and children with unique learning, behavioral, or emotional needs. Come with questions, experiences to share, or simply a desire to listen and connect. See the flier for more information. Register here!
Breakfast/Lunch 🍎
Upcoming Events 📅
Wednesday, November 4th- K/1 Tony Toledo Enrichment
Thursday, November 5th- 1st Math Team Meeting
Thursday, November 5th- Picture Retake Day (pictures have not arrived yet)
Next Week:
Tuesday, November 10th- PTO Meeting
Wednesday, November 11th- No School, Veteran's Day
Looking Ahead:
Wednesday, November 18th- Friday, November 20th- Fall Family Conferences
4th/5th Grade Math Team🟰➕
For the past nine years, Killam has had a Math Team that participated in Mathematical Olympiads for Elementary and Middle Schools (MOEMS). We are going to run the Math Team again this year for fourth and fifth graders. Here are some notes:
1. We will have Math Team immediately before school on Thursdays from 7:30-8:15 in the library.
2. When there is not a contest, we will work through a set of challenging math problems with the students. We will start by having the students work individually, then they will work in small groups, and finally we will talk about the problems in a large group. Each session will go through about 5 problems.
3. Each month there will be a contest. The contests will consist of the students working independently on 5 questions over 30 minutes. We will go through the answers at the end of the session.
4. The Math Team this year will be led by former Killam Mathletes and current RMHS students Sofia Wolfe and Owen Healy as well as adult leader Brian Healy (who has led the team each of the last nine years).
The first meeting will be November 5, and we will have meetings Thursday mornings each week when there is school until March.
If you are interested, please email Brian Healy (bchealy@partners.org).
Have a great day!
Thanks,
Brian
Building Project Updates 🚧
The building project has made great progress the last few weeks! You may notice a huge hole graded to support a level foundation being poured in the upcoming weeks.
The building project committee has also met recently to review phenolic paneling for the exterior of the building, playground bids, and more. Feel free to tune into our monthly public meeting for more information.
PTO
This Month's PTO Enrichments & Field Trips!
Grade 5: Museum of Science
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Grade 3: Parker Tavern
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Family/Community Corner
Attention Reading residents! Massachusetts has announced a new Middle-Income Heating Oil Relief program to help households that may not qualify for traditional fuel assistance. Please share this information with friends, family, and neighbors who may benefit from this program.
Who may qualify? Households earning between 60% and 100% of the State Median Income, with income limits based on household size.
Applications are expected to open in December 2026 and remain open through April 30, 2027, or until funding runs out.
Residents can find out more information by going to :
Residents can complete the interest form and learn more directly from the state
A Little Help Can Make a Big Difference This Holiday Season!
The Reading Adopt-A-Family Program is here to support families who may need extra assistance during the holidays. This wonderful community initiative provides Thanksgiving food baskets, Holiday/Christmas food baskets, and gifts for children ages 18 and younger.
The program is coordinated by the Reading Rotary Club and Reading Cares, with support from Reading Elder/Human Services, Reading DPW, and other community partners.
IMPORTANT DEADLINES – APPLY SOON!
October 31, 2026 – Thanksgiving Basket Applications
November 12, 2026 – Holiday/Christmas Assistance Applications
Who Can Apply?
Families who live in Reading or have children enrolled in Reading Public Schools may qualify if they meet the program's eligibility requirements, including proof of need and residency and having at least one child age 18 or younger.
All applications are handled confidentially. Families are assigned identification numbers to protect their privacy and dignity.
Want to Help a Family?
Individuals, families, businesses, community groups, and school organizations can participate by donating food baskets, purchasing gifts from children's wish lists, or making monetary contributions.
Would You Like to Donate Money Instead?
If you would love to support the Reading Adopt-A-Family Program but don't have time to shop for food or gifts this year, monetary donations are also welcome! ❤️
How to Donate:
Please make your check payable to Reading Rotary and mail it to:
Adopt-A-Family Program (AAF)
16 Lowell Street
Reading, MA 01867
Your generosity helps support local families during the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. Every contribution, big or small, can make a meaningful difference!
Questions? Contact ReadingAAF@gmail.com or call 781-942-6678.
Applications:
Applications are also available through Reading Town Hall and the Reading Food Pantry.
Need help completing the application or understanding the process?
Contact Taiana Pereira, Family Engagement Liaison, at taiana.pereira@reading.k12.ma.us. I am happy to help families navigate the application process .
No family should feel embarrassed about asking for help. Our community is stronger when we support one another! ❤️
RMHS Drama Club Presents The SpongeBob Musical
Are you ready, kids?
Dive into Bikini Bottom as the award-winning Reading Memorial High School Drama Club proudly presents The SpongeBob Musical!
Dates:
Friday, November 6th at 7:30 pm
Saturday, November 7th at 7:30 pm
Sunday, November 8th at 2:00 pm
Friday, November 13th at 7:30 pm
Saturday, November 14th at 7:30 pm
Sunday, November 15th, 2026 at 2:00 pm
Location: William E. Endslow Performing Arts Center, Reading Memorial High School, 62 Oakland Rd, Reading, MA 01867
Tickets: Grab yours today at www.rmhsdrama.org
This 12-time Tony-nominated Broadway hit is a tidal wave of fun for audiences of all ages! When a volcanic eruption threatens to destroy their underwater home, SpongeBob, Patrick, and Sandy must team up to save the day.
Packed with offbeat humor, dazzling costumes, and a superstar soundtrack featuring songs written by legends like John Legend, Cyndi Lauper, and Panic! At The Disco, it’s a brilliant, colorful spectacle that proves the power of optimism really can save the world.
Don't miss this high-energy community event—get your tickets before they sell out! www.rmhsdrama.org
Join us for a FREE Reading METCO family event!
We're heading to Boston Bowl in Dorchester, MA, for a fun-filled day of bowling, food, and family time!
Date: Saturday, November 14, 2027
Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Boston Bowl
820 Morrissey Boulevard, Dorchester, MA 02122
The first 100 families to RSVP will attend for FREE!
Your free admission includes: Pizza, beverages, an arcade game card
Come spend time with our Reading METCO community, connect with other families, and enjoy a fun day together!
Space is limited, so RSVP early to secure your spot! We can't wait to see you there!
Warmly,
Reading METCO Team
To learn more about Reading SEPAC, please visit our website: Reading SEPAC Website
Should you wish to receive our monthly newsletter, please send an email to SEPACReading@gmail.com
Please note that Reading SEPAC IS OPEN TO ALL parents/caregivers and not only families who have a child with special needs as we offer various opportunities to connect with other families and provide learning experiences.
⭐ SEPAC Adult Patio Social
Nov 14 (Sat) 4-7pm, Kiely Family Backyard; RSVP requested but not required
Join us for an adult patio social and craft night at the Kiely family's backyard. BYOB. Email sepacreading@gmail.com for the address and to RSVP. Reservations are requested for food planning purposes but are not required. Hope to see you there.
⭐ SEPAC Volunteers Wanted
Open call for SEPAC Board Candidates and SEPAC School Liaisons
🥍READING YOUTH LACROSSE REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN UNTIL OCT 31st!
📅Registration for the Spring 2026 Reading Youth Lacrosse season (Grades Pre-K thru 8) is now open! We welcome players of all skill levels, and no prior experience is required.
The 2026 season will begin in late March and run through mid-June. Each week will include 1–2 practices, followed by a game on Sunday. Visit www.ReadingLacrosse.org for more info.
🚀Registration for Spring Select Team evaluations is also open. If you are interested in trying out for Select (Grades 3–8), you must register for both Classic AND Select. Evaluations for Select will take place in November this year, with dates to be announced soon.
⏰ Registration ends October 31st!
🔗 Sign up here: https://readinglax.demosphere-secure.com/_registration/
