JECC

We are excited to see returning families and students and meet the new incoming families and students this week during Parent Orientation on Wednesday evening, 9/6/23 from 6:30-7:30. Please remember that this is a time for parents/guardians, only, to meet the teacher, learn about preK expectations, and ask questions. There will be required paperwork that will need to be completed before your child starts school the week of September 11th.

Some reminders:

• An email was sent out on Friday asking families to update their child's emergency contact and medical information. See below for instructions on how to update this information in Aspen.
• If your child will not attend JECC in the Fall, please send an email or call the office to let us know, 781-335-0191.

Student Orientation days are for students to see their classroom, meet the staff and meet new friends/classmates. We ask that siblings do no attend as this is a special time for the parent/guardian and their preschooler. Letters were mailed over the summer with your child's student orientation time. If you've misplaced your letter use the link below to access the schedule. Student orientation will be no more than 1 hour in length.

Enjoy the long weekend!

Mrs. Perez, Principal

Mrs. MacKay, Vice Principal

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rwUR-irpsert4Yyhnjl0tCxIS459Qtp-/view?usp=sharing

In preparation for Parent Orientation, we are asking that each family log into ASPEN using the Portal, Login and Password information that has been sent from the technology department with the email entitled "Welcome to the Aspen Family Portal". This will allow you to update your emergency contacts and medical form. It is important that you have 4 emergency contacts in addition to you as the parent/guardian.

We are asking that you complete the following steps by noon on Tuesday, September 5th.

Once you have accessed your account - look at the page in full view. In the middle of the page you will see "Contact Verification and Pink form" a "+ initiation". Click on the '+Initiation" This will bring you a pop-up, click "Next" to make changes to the contacts.

Halfway down the page, click on your student's name in blue. This will bring you to the student's medical information. Be sure to have the most updated information in this form as you will be confirming the information and signing off on the night of parent orientation.

**Be sure to click "OK" once you complete your updates on each form.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to call at 781-335-0191 or email: kristen.clancy@weymouthps.org

Click on the link below to view the tuition schedule for the 2023-2024 school year.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BNitZJzjAaQuBaUE2W6wJEbTIr8dkfik/view?usp=drive_link

Use this link to access the Johnson ECC website and the Virtual Backpack. In the backpack you will find

• Videos that you can watch with your child to help with the transition to preK
• A slide presentation about the Johnson ECC preK programs
• Weekly Smores newsletters to families.

https://www.weymouthschools.org/johnson-early-childhood-center/johnson-virtual-backpack

Please be aware that the Weymouth Public Schools will be providing all of the supplies needed for preschool school students and staff in the upcoming school year, including pencils, crayons, glue sticks, folders, scissors, etc. As a result, we will not be sending out supply lists. Families are encouraged to send their child with a backpack and lunch box, and are still welcome to donate items such as (i.e. paper towels, and tissues) if they choose to do so, but all essential supplies will be provided by WPS.

• Fall Prek Parent Orientation Wednesday, September 6, 2023
• Student Orientation Days- Thursday or Friday, September 7 or 8
• First Day of PreK, Monday, September 11

Looking for new members! Please consider joining this amazing group of volunteers that provide support to our Johnson School community for the 2023- 2024 school year.

Parent Council provides many opportunities for you to connect with other parents and become involved in the Johnson ECC school community. Parent Council supports our students and teachers with educational programs, supplies, and more. Parent involvement is the foundation for school success. Have a suggestion or a talent to share? We want to know!

All parents and guardians are welcome to attend monthly meetings.

• 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
• 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