Wessagusset Family Newsletter

Tuesday, October 28th - School Council Meeting 3:20 in the Wess Library

Friday, October 31st - Boosterthon Costume Fun Run

Tuesday November 4th - Election Day - No School for Students - PD for Staff

Wednesday, November 12th - Parent Council Meeting at 6:30 in the Library

Friday, November 14th - Wess Musical Theater Club Show - 4-4:15 PM Wess Cafe

Saturday, November 15th - Parents Night Out

Tuesday, November 18th - Picture Retake Day

Saturday, November 22nd - Wess Family Ice Skating - Connell Rink 12-1 PM

Previous newsletter links will be listed below.

September Newsletter

Dear Wessagusset Families,

It is really beginning to feel and look like fall! We hope you have had a wonderful weekend.

Wessagusset was buzzing with fall fun and learning last week. In Kindergarten, our students explored the Five Senses through some very seasonal activities! Mrs. Kelly’s class made delicious applesauce, Mrs. Labriola’s class got creative carving a pumpkin, and Ms. Murphy’s class had a blast decorating mini pumpkins.

The classrooms smelled like apples and pumpkins and were filled with smiles, and the excitement of autumn!

Mrs. Lindquist’s class enjoyed a wonderful field trip to Nihtila Farm in Holbrook! Students had a great time going on a hayride, picking pumpkins, and visiting the farm animals. It was a fun and memorable fall adventure for everyone

Fun Run Information

We’re excited for our Fun Run this Friday! Students are welcome to wear their costumes during the run.

If the weather cooperates, the Fun Run will take place outside, and families are invited to come cheer on their students.

In the event of inclement weather, the run will be held in the gym. Please note that spectators will not be permitted indoors due to space limitations.

Fun Run Schedule

• 9:15–9:45 – Grade 3

• 9:50–10:20 – Kindergarten

• 10:25–10:55 – Grade 1

• 11:00–11:30 – Grade 2

• 11:35–12:05 – Grade 4

• 12:10–12:40 – Grade 5

Breakfast Reminder
Breakfast is served in the cafeteria from 8:50–9:05 a.m. Students who arrive for breakfast near the end of this window will have limited time to eat, so please plan accordingly.

Picture Retake Day – November 18
Picture retakes will be held on Monday, November 18. If you were not satisfied with your student’s photo or if your student was absent on the original picture day, this will be your opportunity for a new photo.

Have a wonderful week!

Kind regards,

Mrs. Jango, Principal

Mrs. Reinhart, Assistant Principal

With the possible change to SNAP benefits, we would like to remind families about our backpack program and the food pantry.

We encourage families to consider exploring local food resources, including the Weymouth Food Pantry, which offers pop-up locations throughout the community. You can view the full Food Pantry Calendar for upcoming dates and sites.

Additionally, the Weymouth Schools Backpack Program continues to provide weekend meals for students. Families are encouraged to sign up here if interested.

Looking for information on local programs, events, and family resources? WPS' Community Spotlight has you covered. We’ve updated and simplified this resource, which was introduced last year, so you can quickly see local opportunities for school families all in one place. This week, see updates on the Dreamcatcher, the Town's Halloween Trunk or Treat event, upcoming events from Weymouth Girls Basketball, and more!

For information about the Parent Council at Wessagusset, please email wessagussetpc@gamil.com.

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Thank you to everyone who participated in or donated candy for our Trunk or Treat! It was such a fantastic event! The trunks were incredible, the kids had a blast, and the energy was amazing!

We couldn’t have done it without you! 👻🎃

The Parent Council has a lot of exciting events coming up this week through November! You won’t want to miss a single one! See all the info below, save the dates and join us for all the FUN!

👟 Friday, Oct 31 - Boosterthon Costume Fun Run
Sign up at MyBooster.com to help raise funds for Wess! Our weekend challenge is to get 70% of the school registered- we are currently at 49%- so sign up if you haven’t already!!

⚽ After School Clubs - Sign Up this Week!

The sign up form for After School Clubs can be found here! Please send this form into school with your student by Thursday, Oct 30th. We plan to sort out the clubs by Friday, Oct 31st so you will get an email or text if you get into a club. REMINDER - Please don’t send in any payments until you are confirmed into the club. Signing up does not guarantee you are in a club - we try to accommodate as many kids as possible. We have so many new and great clubs offered by parent volunteers this session but only so many spots. Clubs start the first week of November and meet 4 times, cost is $25!

📢 Monday, Nov 3 - Family Bingo Night - 6.30-7.30 PM

Bring the whole fam to Wess’ cafe for Family Bingo Night. The next day is No School because of Election Day so come on out and REMEMBER to bring some baked goods for the Parent Council to sell the next day (more info below.)

🧁 Tuesday, Nov 4 - Election Day Bake Sale
Can you bake us some cookies or treats? Do you have an hour to volunteer on Tuesday, Nov 4th? The Parent Council needs your help for this fundraising Bake Sale! If you can’t bake or volunteer - stop by and support! Sign up to volunteer here!

📝 Wednesday, Nov 12 - Parent Council Meeting 6:30 PM - Library
The November Parent Council meeting is the 2nd Wednesday of the month due to all the events the first week. Come join the fun and stay in the loop with all the things coming up in November - December!

🎭 Friday, Nov 14 - Wess Musical Theater Club Show - 4-4:15 PM Wess Cafe
Support our talented 4th-5th Grade performers at the Musical Theater Club’s show! They will be doing a short but very sweet show of 3 songs.

🌙 Saturday, Nov 15 - Parents Night Out - The Mooring Bar & Grill
Take a well-deserved break and enjoy a fun night without the kiddos and catch a set by Wess Dad Joe McDonough! Meet up starts around 7 PM - Joe’s set starts at 8 PM!

⛸️ Saturday, Nov 22 - Wess Family Ice Skating - Connell Rink 12-1 PM
Lace up your skates and enjoy some chilly fun with the family! Free to Wess Families - ice time and rental skates!

• Elementary Student Handbook 2025-2026
• Wessagusset Helpful Hints
• Wessagusset Arrival and Dismissal Procedures
• Social Emotional Learning Information
• Champions Before/After School Care
• Suggested School Supplies

• Weymouth Public Schools 2025/2026 Academic School Year Calendar

• Health Services
• Food Services Information
• Champions Before and After School Care - 781-812-8735 - or email to lolee@discoverchampions.com
• Wraparound Center Flyer
• Technology Support For Families
• Weymouth Public Schools Transportation Information

October 19, 2025

Dear Wessagusset Families,

We hope you had a wonderful weekend enjoying the beautiful weather!

Last Thursday, our students participated in a Bus Evacuation Drill. Everyone listened carefully and followed the bus driver’s instructions with respect and attention. Students successfully practiced exiting from the back of the bus, and both bus riders and non-riders took part in the drill.

Our staff and students have worked diligently to complete the fall benchmark assessments. Families can view their child’s results in Aspen. Please log in using the same credentials you used to check placement at the end of the summer.

Our fifth grade is leading a special service project Coats for Kids & Families. They are collecting gently used coats of all sizes. If you would like to contribute a coat no longer being worn by anyone in your family, please see the flyer below for more details.

Some families may be celebrating Diwali tomorrow, October 20. Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights, is one of the most important holidays for many South Asian communities. It’s a time for families and friends to gather, light lamps, share sweets, and celebrate the triumph of light over darkness.

Have a wonderful week!

Kind regards,

Mrs. Jango, Principal

Mrs. Reinhart, Assistant Principal

Wess Parent Council

Costume Exchange

Got old Halloween costumes? There is still time to bring them in on Monday for our Costume Exchange!

Join us in the gym this Monday from 4-6 PM! All family members welcomed (there is always a ton of littles and toddler costumes)!

Trunk or Treat

Our 2nd Annual Trunk or Treat, happening on Sunday, October 26th from 12:30 to 2:00 PM. The event will take place on the blacktop area behind the school, and it's sure to be a fun afternoon for all!

If you'd like to participate by decorating your trunk and handing out candy, you can sign up for a car spot using this link. Car setup begins at 12:00 PM, and each participating vehicle is responsible for bringing its own candy or treats. The Parent Council will supply cars candy/treats as well.

You do not need to host a car to attend. All Wessagusset families are welcome to join the festivities, enjoy the decorated trunks, and collect some treats!

If you’d like to support the event by donating candy, we’re accepting donations at the front office.

Boosterthon-Costume Fun Run

Registration is OPEN! All students who register before the kick off will be entered into the “Name the Circle” contest! The kickoff is this Wednesday so get registered today! This is a big hit every year and you don’t want to miss out! More details here!

Stock the Lounge

Order an item (or two!) from the November Amazon Wishlist and treat our amazing teachers to a little extra joy. Every donation makes a big difference! Check out the wishlist here!

October 12, 2025

Dear Wessagusset Families,

We want to remind you there tomorrow is Columbus Day / Indigenous Peoples’ Day. Weymouth Public Schools and Wessagusset will be closed in honor of this day.

Columbus Day is a federal U.S. holiday commemorating the voyage and landing of Italian explorer Christopher Columbus in the “New World” on October 12, 1492.

Indigenous Peoples’ Day honors the histories, cultures, and perspectives of Indigenous peoples and their ancestors who lived on the land now known as North America. They existed in these areas for thousands of years before the first European explorers arrived. This day promotes awareness of Indigenous peoples’ struggles, resilience, and unique traditions, fostering understanding and unity among diverse cultures.

Have a wonderful week!

Kind regards,

Mrs. Jango, Principal

Mrs. Reinhart, Assistant Principal

Our Families are the Heart of Wessagusset

At Wess our families and students are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for every member of our school community.

One way we are fostering this sense of belonging is through our new Welcome Sign displayed at the school entrance. This sign will continue to evolve as new families join our community. Our goal is to greet every family entering Wessagusset in their home or first languages. Currently, the sign features 10 languages, with four more being added later this week.

Another way we are celebrating our school community is with our Family & Staff Photo Bulletin Board. Originally created in recent years, we are now updating it with new photos of both students’ families and staff members' families.

If you would like your family to be included, please send in a 4x6 photo with your student’s name and teacher’s name written on the back.

We look forward to seeing all of our Wessagusset families’ smiling faces proudly displayed on the board throughout the year!

October 5,2025

Dear Wessagusset Families,

We had our first All-School Assembly this past Tuesday in the gym. We introduced our new Paw cards and how we will be working to earn whole-school rewards this year. We sang Happy Birthday to all our friends who celebrated their birthday in September. Staff members volunteered for a Minute-to-Win it game. Students cheered for their teachers!

We awarded Wess the Wildcat to Ms. Murphy's classroom for earning the most paws in September. Tess the Turtle was awarded to Mrs. Cosgrove's classroom for the second highest number of paws earned. Gus the Guppy was awarded to Mrs. Litchfield's classroom for the third highest number of paws earned. Mrs. Ferreira's classroom earned the Golden Dustpan award for the cleanest classroom. Congratulations to our award winners!

Encourage your students to keep following our ROAR expectations!

Reminder: We have an Early Release Day on Tuesday, October 7th. Students will be dismissed at 11:50 am. No lunches will be served.

Have a wonderful week!

Kind regards,

Mrs. Jango, Principal

Mrs. Reinhart, Assistant Principal

ST Math October Pumpkin Challenge

In-School Math Challenge

Our ST Math Champions, Mrs. Desmond and Mrs. Ferreira, will be monitoring our in-school ST Math progress during the month of October. As class demonstrates progress, a Jiji pumpkin will be added to each classroom door every Friday afternoon for all the work our students are doing with ST Math at school. The classroom with the most pumpkins at the end of October will earn a little something extra special.

This is an in-school challenge only.

Wessagusset Parent Council News

Thank you Wess Families for your incredible generosity, our Open House Basket event was a huge success- with over 75 baskets donated and more than $4,000 raised!

Parent Council Meeting is this Wednesday, October 8th at 6:30 in the library!

We had a fantastic turnout last month and we’d love to keep the momentum going! Your involvement makes a huge difference- hope to see you there!

Zoom option available for those who can’t attend in person - link to the meeting here

Meeting ID: 873 9057 5689 Passcode:398591

Boosterthon-Costume Fun Run

Registration for the fun run opens Wednesday, October 8th! All students who register before the kick off will be entered into the “Name the Circle” raffle. This is a big hit every year and you don’t want to miss out! More details here!

Costume Exchange

We will be hosting our 2nd annual Costume Exchange event on October 20th from 4-6. You can drop off old costumes to Mrs. Cosgrove the week of October 13th! Check out this flyer for more details!

Trunk or Treat

Our 2nd Annual Trunk or Treat, happening on Sunday, October 26th from 12:30 to 2:00 PM. The event will take place on the blacktop area behind the school, and it's sure to be a fun afternoon for all!

If you'd like to participate by decorating your trunk and handing out candy, you can sign up for a car spot using this link. Car setup begins at 12:00 PM, and each participating vehicle is responsible for bringing its own candy or treats. Parent Council will supply cars candy/treats as well.

You do not need to host a car to attend. All Wessagusset families are welcome to join the festivities, enjoy the decorated trunks, and collect some treats!

If you’d like to support the event by donating candy, we’re accepting donations at the front office.

Wess Parent Council Committees

Did you get a copy of our Council Committees and the Volunteers Needed flyer at Open House? Check it out below and message us with any questions! The link to all the sign up info is here!

Wess Musical Theater Club

The Wessagusset Musical Theater Club started last Thursday, October 2nd! We have 39 4th-5th graders signed up! Reminder to all those with kiddos in the club to send their payment into school this week or you can Venmo the $40 to @WessPC

After School Clubs

We have some AMAZING parent volunteers running clubs this session but would love to get one more club! Do you have a talent, skill, or passion you’d love to share with Wess students? We are looking for volunteers to run fun, engaging After School Clubs starting in October!

• Clubs run from 3:15–4:00 PM for a 4-week session (2–3 sessions per year)
• Clubs take place on Mondays, Wednesday and Thursdays starting Oct 20 and ending around Nov 13.
• Even committing to one session makes a huge difference
• Previous clubs: Yoga, Karate, Basketball, Legos, Board Games, Karaoke
• Teaming up with another parent is encouraged as it allows us to let in more kids!
• About 10 kids per adult volunteer
• All volunteers must be fingerprinted and clear a CORI/SORI background check - Instructions / Forms Link Here

If you’re interested, please reach out—we’d love to have you! WessagussetPC@gmail.com