Douglas Middle School

“The Douglas Public Schools offer diverse learning experiences that meet the academic, social, physical, and emotional needs of all students. We provide a safe, supportive, and challenging learning environment in which students may achieve academic success and personal growth. Decisions are made in the best interest of students.”

Tuesday, April 14- ELA MCAS Make-ups
Wednesday, April 15- School Committee Meeting
Monday, April 20- Friday, April 24- Spring Break...No School
Friday, May 1- Special Olympics 9:00-11:00 (Raindate- May 4)
Tuesday, May 5- SOM Celebration 8:30am
Wednesday, May 6- School Committee Meeting
Friday, May 8- Middle School Band and Chorus Trip to Six Flags
Monday, May 11- Wellness Meeting
Tuesday, May 12- Grade 6 Math MCAS Session 1
Wednesday, May 13- Grade 7 and 8 Math MCAS Session 1
Thursday, May 14- Grade 6 Math MCAS Session 2
Friday, May 15- Grade 7 and 8 Math MCAS Session 2
Monday, May 18- Math MCAS Make-ups
Tuesday, May 19- Grade 8 Science, Technology & Engineering MCAS Session 1
Wednesday, May 20- Grade 8 Science, Technology & Engineering MCAS Session 2 AND School Committee Meeting
Thursday, May 21- Science, Technology & Engineering MCAS Make-ups
Friday, May 22-Sunday, May 24- Recharge Weekend
Monday, May 25- Memorial Day.....No School
Wednesday, May 27- Grade 8 Civics MCAS
Wednesday, June 3- Grade 8 Field Trip to Polar Park AND School Committee Meeting
Thursday, June 4- Grade 6 Field Trip to the YMCA- Group 1
Friday, June 5- Grade 6 Field Trip to the YMCA- Group 2
Friday, June 12- Grade 6 Tiger Bucks Auction
Monday, June 15- Grade 7 Field Trip (tentative)
Tuesday, June 16- Middle School Field Day
Wednesday, June 17- Grade 8 Promotion Ceremony, Grade 8 Dance, AND School Committee Meeting
Thursday, June 18- Grade 8 Breakfast AND Last Day of School....Early Release Day with Dismissal at 10:58am
Friday, June 19- Juneteenth....District Closed

Testing Schedule:

Make-ups: Tuesday, April 14

Reminders:

Day Before MCAS – Get Ready!

Be prepared so you can do your best:

Charge your Chromebook fully and bring it to school
Get a good night’s sleep (at least 8 hours!)
Eat a healthy dinner and drink water
Pack what you need (glasses, headphones if allowed, etc.)

Set yourself up for success:

Believe in yourself—you’ve been preparing all year
Don’t stress—just focus on doing your best
Review any strategies your teachers have shared (RACE, highlighting, etc.)

Day of MCAS – You’ve Got This!

Before the test:

Eat breakfast (even something small!)
Arrive on time and ready to go
Take a deep breath and stay calm

During the test:

Read directions carefully
Take your time—this is not a race
Use strategies:Underline or highlight key details
Eliminate wrong answers
Go back and check your work if you have time
For writing:Answer all parts of the question
Use evidence from the text
Write in complete sentences and check your work

If you feel stuck:

Pause, take a deep breath, and try again
Skip and come back if needed

Final Reminder

Do your best—that’s all anyone can ask
Stay positive and focused

We believe in you!

ELA: Tuesday, April 7–Friday, April 10 (grade 6 4/7 and 4/9 - grade 7 and 8 4/8 and 4/10)

Makeups: April 14 (window closes April 17)

Math: Tuesday, May 12–Friday, May 15 (grade 6 5/12 and 5/14 - grade 7 and 8 5/13 and 5/15)

Makeups: May 18 (window closes May 22)

STE: Tuesday, May 19 – Wednesday, May 20 8th Grade Only

Makeups: May 21 (window closes May 22)

Note: Same dates as High School Math, but this should not pose an issue.

Civics: Wednesday, May 27 8th Grade Only

(window closes June 5)

Thursday, 4/16- Home Meet against Millbury and Notre Dame

Thursday, 4/30- Away Meet @ BMR

Dear Parents and Guardians,

We are writing to inform you about an upcoming opportunity for middle school students to participate in a scoliosis screening program at school.

Scoliosis is a condition that involves a sideways curvature of the spine, which can develop during the growth years of adolescence. Early detection is important, as it allows for timely monitoring and, if necessary, treatment to prevent progression.

Our school will be offering optional scoliosis screenings conducted by trained health professionals. The screening is quick, non-invasive, and respects student privacy at all times.

Screening Details:

- Who: Students in middle school grades 6-8

- When:last week in April

- Where:Douglas Middle School

Participation in this screening is entirely voluntary. If you would like your child to take part, please sign and return the consent form by April 17th. Students who do not have a signed consent form will not be screened.

If you have any questions or would prefer to have your child screened by your family healthcare provider, you may opt out of this program.

Thank you for your attention to this important health initiative and for your continued support of your child’s well-being.

Sincerely,

Kathleen A Campbell, BSN, RN, NCSN

School Nurse

Douglas Middle School

kcampbell@douglasps.net

508 476 3332 #5