Daniel Webster School

We have recently noticed cars stopping in the crosswalk and drivers attempting to go around other vehicles in our driveway during pickup. These actions create potentially dangerous situations for our students, families, and staff.

Please remain in the designated pickup line, do not pass other vehicles, and keep all crosswalks clear so our crossing guards and student walkers can cross safely. We know dismissal can be a busy time, and we appreciate everyone's patience and cooperation as we work together to keep our school community safe.

Our 13th Annual DWS 5K was such a success! It was wonderful to see so many of our DWS families come out, enjoy a beautiful morning together, and support our school. Events like these are a great reminder of what makes our DWS community so special!

A huge thank-you to our DWS Pumpkin 5K Committee, our amazing PTO, our staff and parent volunteers, our generous sponsors, and everyone who participated and helped make this event possible. We are so grateful for the time, hard work, and support that went into making the day such a success!

All money raised will go right back to supporting our students through school events, enrichment programs, field trip costs, and staff appreciation. We are fortunate to have such a generous and supportive school community, and it means so much to see everyone come together to create wonderful opportunities for our kids. Thank you for helping us continue to bring the joy to DWS!

DWS staff members can award any student with a DWS ALL STAR when they see students being Dedicated, Welcoming, or Safe. All of the DWS ALL STAR awards are put on display in the front lobby. The following students were featured in the morning announcements last week for being DWS ALL STARS!

Grade K: Anna in Mrs. Prendergast’s is a DWS ALL STAR because she was a lunchroom ALL STAR!

Grade K: Beau in Mrs. Antos’ class is a DWS ALL STAR because he cleaned up the classroom.

Grade 1: CJ in Mrs. Bertulli’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because he followed directions with Mrs. Tolman.

Grade 1: Charlie in Mrs. MacDonald’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because he was focused and self-directed during morning work.

Grade 2: Kayla in Ms. Mulligan’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because she worked independently on math.

Grade 2: Azar in Mrs. Walsh’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because he showed great focus during small groups.

Grade 3: Cadence in Mrs. Hanson’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because she showed dedication and persevered to complete her work.

Grade 3: Frankie in Mrs. Hines’ class is a DWS ALL STAR because she helped clean and was helpful to the substitute.

Grade 4: Wayne in Mrs. Robatzek’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because he stayed focused on his independent writing.

Grade 4: PJ in Mrs. Robatzek’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because he stayed focused during independent reading.

Grade 5: Ella in Mrs. Auriemma’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because she often helps tidy up the classroom at the end of the day.

Grade 5: Izzy in Mrs. Tobin’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because she read challenging words.

Congratulations!

Last year, our MALC program received a generous grant from the Marshfield Education Foundation (MEF) to support special enrichment opportunities for the students in our MALC program, including a visit to Furnace Brook Farms for equine therapy and a music therapy presentation from Sing, Explore, Create. These organizations provide thoughtfully designed, engaging experiences that are tailored to provide opportunities that support students growth, learning, and joy!

October is National Bullying Prevention Month, and our DWS community came together to celebrate Unity Day by wearing orange and showing our support for kindness, acceptance, and inclusion. Unity Day was started by PACER’s National Bullying Prevention Center in 2011 to raise awareness about bullying and show support for students who have experienced it. By standing together, we send a powerful message that bullying is never okay and that everyone deserves to feel safe, welcomed, and valued. At DWS, we know that creating a culture of belonging starts with the way we treat one another every day. Let’s continue to spread kindness, stand up for others, and make sure everyone feels like they belong! 🧡

Our fourth graders enjoyed an exciting day of learning at Manomet Bird Observatory! Students explored the fascinating world of birds and learned about migration, bird habitats, and how birds adapt to survive in different environments. It was a wonderful opportunity to experience science beyond the classroom!

Our fourth graders celebrated their hard work as writers by sharing their 3D dream bedrooms! After designing their dream spaces, students wrote descriptive pieces bringing their creations to life with details and imagination. We loved seeing their creativity shine through both their writing and their designs!

Kindergarten students in Mrs. Prendergast's class have been exploring lowercase letters during their Fundations lessons! They are building their letter recognition skills and becoming more familiar with the letters and their sounds as they develop a strong foundation for reading and writing.

Our first graders are continuing to learn all about tools and how they help make work easier! This week, Mr. McFarland visited Mrs. Bertulli’s class. Thank you, Mr. & Mrs. McFarland, for taking the time to visit us and give our students a glimpse into life on the water! ⚓

Mr. McFarland visited us today to share all about his job as a mariner! He showed us the tools he uses to navigate his impressive 550-foot ship from New York to Boston. Students learned how he uses radar, a compass, a depth sounder, safety equipment, and binoculars to help him do his job.

Elementary Conferences will be held on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 1:25-3:25 PM and Thursday, November 5, 6:00-8:00 PM (both days will offer 10-minute conference time slots). We will be using PTCFAST for online scheduling, which allows parents/guardians to manage their conference schedules.

Parents/guardians can access the conference sign-ups by clicking on a link that will be on the DWS webpage. The link will be open to families on Friday, October 30, at 3:00 PM using the following steps:

Accessing PTCFAST:

· Visit the DWS webpage. Click on the “Parents & Students” menu and choose “PTC Fast Conference Scheduling.”

· A list of all teachers (by grade or subject) will be displayed.

· Click on the names of your student’s teachers with whom you wish to confer.

· Select a time and enter the required information.

· PTCFAST will send you an email confirmation. The email will give you information if you need to change your appointment and will send you a reminder of your appointments.

As always, appointments book quickly and are on a first-come, first-served basis. If you are unable to access an appointment with your student’s teacher, please contact that teacher to discuss your student at a different date/time. If you have any questions about the scheduling process, please contact Mrs. Jackson at jjackson@mpsd.org or Mrs. Kennedy at (781) 834-5045.

The 10th Annual Marshfield Elementary School XC Invitational, sponsored by Marshfield Road Runners Youth Track, the Marshfield Boys & Girls Club, Furnace Brook XC/Track & Field, and Marshfield Districtwide PTO will take place Wednesday 11/4/2026 at the the Rockwood Road Field Complex with check-in beginning at 3:00 PM. Races begin at 3:30. A fun, free event for all Marshfield Elementary students! Free registration here: https://forms.gle/GR2asxboafD6N8M37 and share with your friends!

RACE SCHEDULE

3:30 PM GIRLS GRADES K-2 * 0.62 MILES

3:45 PM BOYS GRADES K-2 * 0.62 MILES

4:00 PM GIRLS GRADES 3-5 * 1.24 MILES

4:15 PM BOYS GRADES 3-5 * 1.24 MILES

WEAR YOUR SCHOOL COLORS!

DWS – WHITE, EWS – RED, GWS – MARSHFIELD GREEN, MES- DARK GREEN, SRS –BLUE

TROPHIES FOR TOP SCHOOL TEAM IN EACH RACE (5 MUST FINISH TO SCORE)

MEDALS TO TOP FIVE ELEMENTARY STUDENTS IN EACH RACE, PLACE RIBBONS TO 6 - 20 AND PARTICIPANT RIBBONS FOR ALL FINISHERS! AWARDS WILL BE PRESENTED AT 4:30 PM

ANY QUESTIONS, PLEASE EMAIL: MRRYOUTHTRACK@GMAIL.COM

Help Name Marshfield’s Snow Plows!

Calling all creative Marshfield students in grades PK–5! You have a chance to show off your creativity by submitting fun and unique names for Marshfield’s snow plows!

Students can participate individually, as a team, or as an entire class.

Submission Deadline: November 6, 2026
Winners Announced: After Thanksgiving!

Entries will be reviewed and selected by the Marshfield High School Class of 2027!

Submit Your Entry Here

Good luck, have fun, and let’s see those creative ideas!

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