Wessagusset Elementary School
22-23 Template
Dear Families,
I hope you all had a wonderful weekend and found time to show gratitude to the veterans who have served our country. It was great to see all of the stories, lessons, and projects honoring veterans in our classrooms this week! If you are interested, I have linked a video for kids that explains the history and importance of Veterans Day: Veterans Day. School info and updates can be found below!
Parent Conferences are happening this week! Tuesday evening conferences are in-person from 5-8pm, and Wednesday afternoon conferences will be held from 12:25-3:00. Please note, Wednesday is a half-day with dismissal at 11:50.
We are so proud of Mrs. Machado for completing (crushing) the New York City Marathon last weekend! Congratulations, Mrs. Machado!
Diwali, the Indian festival of lights, begins today, November 12th. Many interesting facts and traditions can be found in this article: Diwali Happy Diwali to all those who celebrate!
The update we’ve all been waiting for - new Wess Gear is available! Check out the new items from here: 3A Gear. The shop will be open until 11/17, and orders will be delivered to school 3 weeks later. Use code PICKUP and all items will be delivered to the school
We are still collecting family photos for our 'Families are the Heart of Wessagusset" bulletin board! Help us make our heart even bigger!
Please note the lunch change on November 27th. Lunch will be chicken tenders and tater tots.
Looking ahead: The Winter Concert for students in Grades 3-5 will take place on Wednesday, December 6th at 10:00 am in the Cafeteria. Students in Grades K-2 will have their concert in the spring.
Save the Dates:
Half-day Wednesday, November 15th - Dismissal at 11:50
Half-day Wednesday, November 22th - Dismissal at 11:50
Thanksgiving Break - November 23rd and 24th
Holiday Shop - December 13th and 14th
Enjoy the rest of your day!
Sincerely,
Lindsey Frat
Tenille Brennan
Parent Council Corner
Holiday Shop is coming! 12/13 and 12/14
More information will be coming home soon.
Please make sure your CORI is up to date if you wish to volunteer for this super fun event and start shopping some of those Christmas deals for donations.
Use the link below to order your Wessagusset gear by 11/17/23
https://www.3agear.com/wessagusset
Next meeting of the Yearbook Committee for 5th graders is Tuesday 11/21, don’t forget to let your child’s teacher know of a change in dismissal plan if your child plans to attend.
Upcoming Events:
Parent Conferences will be held on November 14th (evening) and November 15th (afternoon). Evening conferences will be in-person, and afternoon conferences will be virtual.
Half-day Wednesday, November 15th - Dismissal at 11:50
Half-day Wednesday, November 22th - Dismissal at 11:50 amThanksgiving Break - November 23rd and 24th
Winter Concert (Grades 3-5) - December 6th at 10 am
District Links & Information:
- 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
- SEPAC - Click here for meeting schedule
- 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