The Week Ahead 3/9

Beginning on Monday, Mr. Renauld will be located in Ms. DeCourcey's office in C-Section on the second floor above the cafeteria.

Congratulations to Julia Urato for being this week's trivia winner! Don't forget to listen after the notices each Friday for a chance to win! If you think you know the answer, make sure to email Ms. Smalarz (bsmalarz@webster-schools.org) right away! The first to submit a correct answer will be the week's winner!

Available: Every Wednesday, Thursday and every other Tuesday until April break, 2:05pm till 3:05pm. Applicable students will be tasked to help Mr. Clauson sort through science equipment and classroom materials in A225. Students and Mr. Clauson will sort these items, catalogue, and determine next steps. Students will be expected to lift materials of varying weights and sizes and work with Mr. Clauson to catalogue items.

Reaching out one last time to see if there is any additional interest in having your student(s) join us on the trip to Costa Rica in April of 2028. As you have seen, in either my newsletter/emails/DoJo posts or in Ms. Peterson's newsletter, we have invited all current 7th, 8th, 9th, and 10th graders to participate. This past week we had an information night where myself and Ms. Beaudette presented a slideshow from EF Tours along with a lot of additional information. I am attaching the registration link for the trip if you would like to register your student(s). If you register before March 13th, there is a $200 reduction in the total cost of the trip. After that date, the cost does go from $3999 to $4199. Attached is the registration link and a link to the trip itinerary. Please reach out if you have any questions at all!!

Prom season is right around the corner. Think you may need some help with shopping for a prom dress? Make sure to check out the Prom Closet of Central MA. Flyer is attached!

Looking for some new Bartlett Gear? BHS has partnered with Josten's to create a new way to order. Check out the Mascot Shop and get some new clothes for our Spirit Fridays!

Mr. Nasis would like to shout out:

• Jazhel Portante for being accountable. Mr. Nasis says, " She is always ready to go with class and takes tremendous pride in her work!"
• Chelsea Louigene for being accountable. Mr. Nasis says, "Chelsea is always ready to be a model student. She is always ready to go and sets the example in her class."

Would you like to give a shout-out to a Bartlett High School faculty member who has made a difference in your student’s daily life? Is there someone at Bartlett who stands out to you? Or are you a student who would like to recognize a staff member who has had a positively impact on you?

Here’s your chance to show your appreciation! Please write a brief message below, and I will be sure to include it in the next newsletter.

Please remind your students that there food deliveries while at school from restaurants, DoorDash, GrubHub, etc. are not allowed. If these places arrive here at school, they will be turned away. For further clarification on this policy please refer to the handbook below.

Bikes and/or scooters (electric or not) cannot be stored inside of any of our school buildings at any time, regardless of the weather (during school or during after school athletics and/or clubs), to include inside of the double doors at all entrances and the back of the gym. There is a bike rack outside of the main office, and all students should be directed there to lock them up.

Teachers CANNOT send students out of class to get breakfast. Breakfast time is BEFORE first period, if students need/want breakfast, this MUST happen before they enter their first period class. If they are late to class, then they will need to go get a tardy pass from the main office. Teachers will no longer be allowing students to go to class and then leave to get breakfast and then come back when finished. Breakfast is available to students who are tardy until 7:45am, and must be eaten in the cafeteria.

Here is the link to this year's handbook. Please make sure to review this book with your student(s).

Days: Every Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday (not offered on Tuesdays or half days)

Time - 2:15pm-2:45pm

Location - BHS Cafeteria

All high school students are to sit in the middle to back of the bus. High school students should not be sitting with middle school students in the front of the bus.

Make sure to keep reminding students that Saturday School is available to them. It's a great way for them to stay or get back on track!

Please encourage students to come if they have points that they need to earn back from Q2. All students that lost points due to attendance in Quarter 2 were notified when the report cards went out, and have all of Quarter 3 to make up the points that they lost. The remaining Quarter 2 Saturday School dates are: March 21, and March 28.

Saturday School is held at the Webster Middle School from 8am-12pm. Breakfast and a snack is provided. Students will need to bring their work with them, as teachers will not be able to provide it to individual students over the weekend. Students will need to stay the entire time and should also come with a fully charged chromebook and charger as there are no loaners available. There is no bus provided to or from Saturday School this year.

The Basement in C Section is considered to be an Unauthorized Area at all times, unless you are directly with a staff member. If a student is found in the basement, a consequence of a Saturday School will be assigned immediately.

If you play a sport and need to access the basement to drop off athletic equipment, the only available time to do so is before school starts from 7:10am - 7:20am. If you do not make it between that time, you will be responsible for carrying your own equipment with you throughout the school day.

Students in the cafeteria during lunch block are not allowed upstairs. If they do go upstairs, they are in an unauthorized area. If a student is found in the upstairs without permission, a consequence of a Saturday School will be assigned immediately.

If a student in C section needs to use the bathroom from a classroom, during either first or second lunch blocks, they must put a pass in for the Second Floor bathrooms, not the first. They will not be allowed in the first floor bathrooms during this time.

If you are part of a club, you must remain academically and socially eligible to participate. If someone is no longer eligible, families will be contacted by the club advisor. Social probation has been added to the consequences for daily tardies. This may also affect the students eligibility to participate. If students reach their 6th (or higher) tardy, they will be placed on social probation for 7 days for each tardy. During this time of probation, they cannot attend any meetings or events during that period of time. An administrator will be reaching out to families of students who are placed on social probation due to tardiness to school.

School Guidelines

If a student is going to be absent, tardy, or dismissed on any given school day, the parent/guardian must call the main office at 508-943-8552 to report it. When calling, please state:

• Your student’s name

• Reason for absence/tardiness

• Phone number where you can be reached during the day in case a return call is necessary

A note documenting the reason for the absence, tardy, or dismissal must be sent into the main office within two (2) days of the conclusion of the absence or tardiness. However, please note that a phone call and/or note only verifies the student's absence; it does not excuse the absence. When an absence, tardiness, or dismissal can be anticipated, advance notice is requested.

Absent

From School

• If a parent/guardian has notified the school of their student’s absence, the student will be coded as “Absent” in PowerSchool

• Students who are absent from school on any given day are not permitted to participate in any school or extracurricular activities on that day.

From Class

• On the 5th+ absence from class, the teacher will engage in two-way communication with the parent/guardian to develop a plan to make-up academic deficits resulting from absences

• All missed assignments due to absences (not truancies) will be graded as a “0” (with the icons “missing” and “absent” both highlighted in Powerschool) until the assignment has been completed and submitted

• Students are required to make-up all missed assignments due to any absence (not truancy)

Truant

• Students who are absent from school without a documented reason (ex. doctor note, call from parent/guardian) will be considered truant

• Missed assignments due to truancy will receive a grade of zero (0) without the ability to make it up

Tardy

To School

• Tardiness will be excused only if you have a note of acceptable explanation, such as a dentist or doctor appointment. Extenuating circumstances will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Tardiness to school is counted as time lost within the provisions of the Attendance Policy.

• Students are considered tardy if they are not in their 1st block classroom by 7:25am (Please note: Being in the school building by that time is not the same as being in class by that time)

• Tardy students are required to report to check in with the main office upon arrival

• Tardy students will be required to dispose of any purchased coffee/morning beverages upon arrival. If a student refuses to dispose of their beverage immediately, they will be issued a Saturday School

• Students that are chronically tardy to school (more than 3 times in a quarter) will be subject to progressive disciplinary action

To Class

• Promptness to class is as important as promptness to your job when you go to work. Good school citizens are never tardy to class because that interferes with their own education and disrupts the whole class. You have five minutes to pass between classes, and during that time you can reach any place in the school from any other place.

• If you are with a staff member or doing an errand that cannot be done at some other time, and if this results in your being late to class, please be sure that you get a pass from the staff member in charge before leaving that staff member. It is YOUR responsibility to get a pass whenever you are going to be late to class.

• Students who are not inside of the classroom when the bell rings are considered “tardy” to class.

Dismissal

• There are times when illness or personal family business of a serious nature occurs and you need to miss part of the school day. At that time, you may request an early dismissal. To obtain an early dismissal, bring a written request from your parent/guardian to the main office as soon as you arrive at school. All notes should include the first and last name of the student, phone numbers where the parent/guardian signing the note can be reached, time to be excused, reason for the request, and first and last name of the parent/guardian signing the note. Eighteen year olds must also have a pre-approved note from a parent/guardian. BHS reserves the right to verify all parent/guardian notes prior to approving student dismissals.

• Students will be called to the main office when being dismissed

• All students, who are dismissed for any reason, must sign the dismissal log before leaving school

• ALL individuals dismissing students will be expected to come into the building and present a valid picture ID before any student will be released from the school

• Students must be in school for 4 hours from the start of the school day to be considered present for the day. Students attending school for less than four hours will be considered “absent” from school that day.

• Students dismissed from school are ineligible to participate in athletics or extra-curricular activities on that day or the ensuing weekend should it occur on the day before a weekend.

• For eligibility purposes, with respect to athletics or extra-curricular activities, students dismissed for medical, dental, legal appointments, etc., must have the appointment verification documentation turned in to the office or to the coach or activity advisor upon their return to be eligible to participate (parental/guardian notes will not suffice)

• Any student clinically dismissed by the nurse due to illness may not return to school and is ineligible to participate in athletics or school activities

• If/when a student returns to school from a dismissal, they must sign back in on the dismissal log in the main office and produce their documentation for the time out of the building

• No student, except in emergencies, will be signed out after 1:30 pm

Tardy to School Progression of Consequences

When a student reaches the numbers below, the corresponding consequence will be assigned:

#3 - one call from the office

#4 - administrator detention (phone call will be made)

#5 - Saturday School (one call and email will be given)

#6 and above - Saturday School and 7 days of Social Probation for each tardy (one call and email will be given) *social probation means that the student will not be able to attend anything after the 2pm bell at school, to include athletics and/or clubs during that time.

*If tardiness to school does not improve, and administrator will be reaching out to set up individual meetings to discuss further plans/consequences.

Regular Schedule

SEL Advisory Schedule

No School - Professional Development Day

This past week, Juniors were invited to join the students who are currently enrolled in the One Goal course, as well as those students currently enrolled in the Early College course: Intro to Criminal Justice on a visit to Worcester State University. This trip was sponsored by Worcester State University as part of the new Early College Partnership between Bartlett High School and Worcester State University. Students started the day with a presentation from Christopher Dooley, head of admissions, followed by a presentation by Jeremiah Riodon, director of Dual Enrollment and a Psychology Professor at Worcester State. After the presentations, students were given a tour of the campus, which included stops at the Health Center, where students can work out, use one of two gyms, use the golf stimulator or take various fitness classes, a freshman dormitory and the academic building. Students concluded their tour at the Sheehan Center, where they were able to eat lunch among other college students and enjoy the Worcester State University dining hall.

To learn more about the Early College Pathway at Bartlett contact Kristine Shanahan kshanahan@webster-schools,org or 508-943-8552 ext 32126

Scholarships have begun to be posted! Make sure to see Ms. K. Granger if you need any assistance when applying! All of the scholarships are listed in the document below.

Last week we covered Choking Adult, Child and Infant. This week we are skills testing Adult & Infant CPR/AED while finishing medical emergencies (Allergic Reactions, Diabetes, Stroke, and Seizure). This sets us up for a unit test the following week.

Students wishing to earn the certification must earn a 100% on the skills test and an 85% or better on the written test. Skills tests and written tests can be retaken after school if the student does not get a grade that they are happy with. My extra help day is Thursday but I am available most days with prior notice.

Period 3 is “making” babies! They flipped coins to find the genotype and phenotype of specific traits and drew babies to apply the phenotypes. Attached are the students working and their final products

Last week we played lead up games focusing on throwing and catching for Team Handball. This week we are continuing progressing towards team handball with a focus on dribbling and moving to open space.

MIAA Representative Inspires Future Officials at Bartlett High School

Students enrolled in Bartlett High School’s RefReps course recently had the opportunity to learn from a guest speaker who has extensive experience in high school athletics. MIAA representative Richard Pearson visited the class on Monday to speak with students about the value and importance of becoming a high-school sports official.

The RefReps class focuses on teaching the fundamentals of officiating sports such as basketball and soccer. Pearson’s visit provided students with real world insight into the profession and the role officials play in maintaining the integrity of athletic competition.

During his presentation, Pearson emphasized the “why” to becoming an official. He stressed how officiating is about much more than simply making calls during a game. According to Pearson, officials are considered to be the experts of the game and more importantly have a critical role in helping young athletes understand the rules of the game while ensuring fair and safe competition for all.

Also, Pearson highlighted the growing need for young officials across Massachusetts and how successful completion of the course can provide different opportunities of employment to officiate local youth basketball and soccer games. At the end, students were given the opportunity to ask questions about training, certification, and the path toward officiating high school athletics in the future.

To commemorate his visit and to encourage students in their officiating journey, Pearson presented each student with a commemorative medallion coin from the MIAA. The coin serves as a reminder of the responsibility and pride that comes with becoming an official.

Visits from professionals like Pearson are providing opportunities for valuable mentorship while reinforcing the importance of sportsmanship, leadership, and service within high-school athletics. With the guidance of educators and support from organizations like the MIAA, Bartlett students are developing the skills needed to become the next generation of sports officials for the game.

Bartlett High School Mentoring Program Celebrates Growth at Community Breakfast

Community leaders, educators, and mentors gathered for a breakfast celebration hosted by Big Brothers Big Sisters to recognize the growth of its mentoring program and the partnerships helping it succeed. The event brought together supporters of the program, including representatives from Cornerstone Bank and United Way, as well as school leaders from Bartlett High School.

Speaking at the gathering, program organizers thanked attendees for taking time out of their busy schedules to celebrate the achievements of the mentoring initiative. Special recognition was given to community partners Nicole Gaylord of Cornerstone Bank and Kristen McCarthy of United Way, along with Superintendent Monique Pierangeli, Principal Gina Nieves, and Barbara Smalarz for their continued support of the program.

Organizers also acknowledged Delaney, who helped establish the program and provided guidance during its early development. Barbara Smalarz, who serves as the school’s primary contact for the initiative, was recognized for her consistent communication, coordination of interviews, and ongoing efforts to move the program forward.

Program Growth and Student Impact

The past year has marked a period of significant expansion for the mentoring initiative. According to program leaders, the number of mentor matches has doubled, and more than 20 high school students are now actively serving as mentors.

“These are young leaders who are choosing to show up, invest their time, and make an impact in someone else’s life,” organizers said during the event.

Mentoring relationships typically involve one-on-one meetings where students spend time talking, playing games, or helping with homework. While these activities may appear simple, program leaders emphasized that they help build trust, strengthen relationships, and encourage younger students to believe in themselves and their futures.

One mentorship highlighted during the celebration was the match between Alejandro and Kalicieo, who have been paired for 14 months. Program organizers pointed to their relationship as an example of the consistency and dedication that help mentoring relationships thrive.

School Honored with Community Award

During the event, Bartlett High School was presented with the Cornerstone “In Your Corner” Award, which recognizes an exceptional program partner whose support helps advance the mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters. The award, sponsored by Cornerstone Bank, honors organizations that demonstrate a strong commitment to collaboration and youth mentorship.

School leaders were recognized for their administrative support and for encouraging student participation in the program, helping it expand and reach more young people. Principal Gina Nieves accepted the award on behalf of the school.

Community Support Remains Key

Organizers closed the event by thanking attendees and partners for their continued support of mentoring programs in the community.

Support from schools, businesses, and local organizations, they said, plays a vital role in creating meaningful mentoring relationships that can have a lasting impact on young people’s lives.

1. Darlene Macario

2. Juliana Bricault

3. Isabela Fernandes Viana

4. Gabbriela Ramos-Rivera

5. Alejandro Del Rio

6. Hillary Campoverde

7. Cassidy White

8. Jeiry Morrillo

9. Dhyey Patel

10. Carmen Ruiz

11. IIeishka Cappas Monserrate

12. Jared Archambault

13. Chrislianys Ayala

14. Omaleyka Ramos

15. Francois Longdaye

16. Xaveir Sarfo

17. Jansia Dabhi

18. Genesis Muniz

19. Angela Sarfo

20. Karielyz Morales

21. Patricia Paglalunan

22. Daysha Collins

23. Stephanie Avila Barrios

24. Patrick McGrath

The PBIS Team is collecting donations of individually wrapped candy and plastic eggs to help support our 3rd Annual PBIS Egg Hunt! If you are able, please consider donating a bag of candy or a package of plastic eggs. Donations can be dropped off in the main office. Thank you for supporting our students and our PBIS initiatives!

Saturday, March 28th at 8am-10am

Just $5 for a full breakfast: EGGS, HASH BROWNS, SAUSAGE, FRUIT, JUICE, and COFFEE

Prizes, Raffles, Photo Ops

Looking for a way to spend those Bartlett Bucks?

Welcome to the PBIS School Store! It will be open all year long. Please see the items available to purchase with your Bartlett Bucks!

Orders placed by Wednesday at 2:00pm will be delivered by Friday of that week. Items placed Thursday and Friday will be delivered the following week. (Some items may be delayed based on stock availability - you will be notified by email of any items that we are unable to deliver by Friday)

You will need to pay for the items with Bartlett Bucks when they are delivered. If you do not have enough Bartlett Bucks on you at the time of delivery you will not receive the item.

Video Game Tournament, March 10th! Only two days left to get your tickets!

March 12 during 5th Period

Here's your chance to show off your math smarts and pie your favorite teacher!

Sign ups and raffle tickets will be sold at both lunches this week, March 9 - March 12!

See the flyer below for more about the event!

Are you and your friends interested in winning prizes for playing basketball? On Mar 14th from 1 PM - 5 PM, NHS is hosting the first ever Bartlett March Madness 3 x 3 Tournament.

Registration for teams of 3 will start on Monday, March 2 and run until March 11. Registration fee is $20 per team and there are only 16 slots available so get your team in soon! Registration sign ups will be held during both lunches.

On April 30th there will be a Talent Showcase hosted by the Drama Club. Below are a few pictures as the students begin to rehearse their acts! More information coming soon!

March 18

The PSAT will be given this month on March 18. All sophomores will be assigned a location to take the exam. Any parent of or any student who does not want to participate in the practice SAT test administration can complete the google form below.

March 24 and March 25

ELA MCAS

March 6 - April 2

ELA MCAS Makeups

If you are interested in playing a sport this spring, make sure to complete the form below!

ALL Spring Sport tryouts start Monday March 16th. All tryouts will be at 2:15pm for all teams unless the weather changes the outdoor schedule. Then the gym will need to be utilized, and a schedule will be determined. Listen for announcements at the end of week for indoor practice times.

All teams MUST enter and exit through the back of the gym after school, this includes all coaches and athletes. There should be absolutely no entry in or out of the C section hallway that is labeled as "Gym" on the outside door. Parents, please pick up your athletes at the back entrance to the gym after practices or games, not at the entrance closest to the BHS basketball courts.

If you are part of a sports team, you must remain academically and socially eligible to participate. If someone is no longer eligible, families will be contacted by the coach. Social probation has been added to the consequences for daily tardies. This may also affect the athletes eligibility to participate. If athletes reach their 6th (or higher) tardy, they will be placed on social probation for 7 days for each tardy. During this time of probation, they cannot attend any meetings, practices, or games during that period of time. An administrator will be reaching out to families of athletes who are placed on social probation due to tardiness to school.

Athletes MUST be supervised at all times when in the locker room hallway. If there is not a coach with them, then they will need to wait to go downstairs. All BHS athletes must use the bathrooms in the basement hallway, not the ones in the main part of the building once games and practices begin after school each day.

Polar Park presents regional high school baseball, with a major tripleheader scheduled for April 13, 2026!

Congratulations to Ivy Bucasas for winning the portable bluetooth speak in the National School Breakfast Week raffle!

The American Library of Poetry is hosting their 30th Annual National Student Poetry Contest! Students can submit 1 (one) poem each for a chance to win the $500.00 grand prize or one of dozens of prizes awarded at random from all submissions (laptops, headphones, tablets, and Amazon gift cards)

Requirements:
Maximum of 20 lines
No profanity
Is not vulgar or offensive
Can be any format except blackout or shape poems.
Sample topics: family, dreams, nature, friendship, feelings, aspirations

Please see your English teacher or Mrs. Daniel for more details or questions!

Our Bright Future Presents: Our VERY FIRST ROBOTICS COMPETITION!

Are you interested in robotics? Want to program a robot dog to complete fast-paced challenges? Whether you’re brand new to robotics or already love coding and engineering, this event is open to all students in grades 6–12!

Date: April 25, 2026

Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Location: Saint Joseph School, 47 Whitcomb Street, Webster, MA 01570

Event Format:

• Each team will have a 1-hour time slot

• Includes a 15-minute practice & robot familiarization period

• Followed by 4 timed race challenges

• Teams are evaluated on speed, agility, precision, teamwork, and problem-solving

Award: Best Overall Time Wins!

Bartlett has 2 registered teams (8 students total) so far. Spots are limited and will be filled first-come, first-served. Students are responsible for their own transportation. A waiting list will be maintained in case a spot opens up.

To sign up, see Ms. Bigelow or Mr. Duque. Don’t wait—get your team ready for this exciting challenge!

Interested juniors and seniors can contact Ms. Bigelow for more information. There are limited spots, and students must have transportation to Whitinsville.

Hello from WPI!

We may be only a few weeks into 2026, but we wanted to take a moment to share information with you about WPI's pre-college summer programs. Below are highlights of the experiences we will be offering this year.

SESSION I : JULY 06 - 10 | SESSION II : JULY 13 - 17

SESSION III : JULY 20 - 24 | SESSION IV : JULY 27 - 31

Rising 6, 7 & 8th grade students who want to begin their exploration of a STEM topic are invited to attend Ignite. During this day program, students will select a topic of their choice to study in-depth alongside like-minded individuals. Courses run from 9:00 - 4:00pm (M - F). Registering for multiple weeks is encouraged; however, taking the same class in consecutive weeks is not permitted.

Learn more about Ignite via this link.

Registrations are open until April 30!

Register Now!

JUNE 22 - 26 | 9:00am - 4:00pm

Rising 9, 10 & 11th grade students are invited to attend Launch, a day program geared towards continuing to build on a strong foundation. Launch students select a STEM topic of their choice to explore in-depth for the full week. Courses are taught by WPI instructors, and include hands-on activities, demos, and discussions.

Check out all Launch offerings at wpi.edu/+launch.

Registration is live until April 30!

Register Now!

SESSION I : JULY 5 - 17

SESSION II : JULY 19 - 31

Rising 10, 11 & 12th graders are invited to attend our residential Frontiers program to dive deeper into two topics of their choice, a STEM or business major and a humanities, arts, or business minor. Frontiers students experience a taste of "college life" by learning in WPI classrooms and labs, living in our residence halls, eating in Morgan Dining Hall, and enjoying a variety of evening and weekend activities.

Learn more about Frontiers at wpi.edu/+frontiers.

Applications are open until April 30!

Apply Now!

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Office of Pre-Collegiate Outreach Programs

100 Institute Road

Worcester, MA, 01609, US

pop@wpi.edu | (508) 831 - 4900

Dear Parents and Caregivers,

As parents of children who receive special education services, we know firsthand how overwhelming the journey can feel. Between learning new terminology, understanding our children’s rights, and navigating meetings and services, it’s easy to feel alone or unsure of where to turn for support. That is exactly why we invite you to join us at SEPAC.

The Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) provides a space where parents and caregivers can come together to learn, share experiences, and support one another. It is a place where our voices matter. Through SEPAC, families gain valuable information about special education processes, available resources, and advocacy, helping us feel more confident and empowered when supporting our children.

SEPAC also creates a strong sense of community. Connecting with other families who understand both the challenges and the successes of raising children with diverse needs reminds us that we are not alone. Our meetings offer opportunities to ask questions, hear different perspectives, and work collaboratively with the school district to improve services for all students.

Most importantly, SEPAC gives parents a voice in shaping special education within our schools. By participating, we help ensure that the needs of our children are heard, respected, and considered. Whether you attend meetings regularly, occasionally, or simply stay informed, your involvement truly makes a difference.

We understand that life is busy, and attending meetings is not always convenient. To make participation more accessible, we offer both in-person meetings and Zoom options. SEPAC meets once a month, beginning at 6:00 PM with a general meeting, followed by a workshop at 6:30 PM. These workshops are designed to provide helpful information and guidance for families navigating special education.

We encourage any parent or caregiver of a child with special needs to consider joining SEPAC. Your voice, experiences, and insights are valuable—not just for your child, but for our entire school community. We also welcome your input as we plan for the future of SEPAC and want to know what our families need most.

If you would like more information or wish to be added to our mailing list for meeting reminders and important updates, please reach out to us at sepacwebster@gmail.com.

Sincerely,

Sabrina Piche

Co-Chairman

Jennifer Gardner

Co-Chairman

Good morning,

The Commission is pleased to share that it has once again received funding to help Grandparents—and other kin—raising Grandchildren with the cost of summer camps and extracurricular activities. The flyer below outlines the full process and important details. Please note that this funding is not available to families with an open DCF case, as they are eligible for other programs. If you would like to apply, please email Ilene Mitchell at massachusettsgrg@gmail.com. Because funding is limited and not guaranteed, please submit applications as soon as possible. Payments will be made directly to the camp, program, or organization where the children are enrolled; the Commission cannot reimburse grandparents.

For your convenience, I’ve included the direct link below.

As many of you may remember from last year, the grant does not reimburse individuals; instead, payment is made directly to the camp or program. We can now also use a Google Form for the application process. Please complete a separate application for each grandchild if you are applying for more than one.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSct2oPNzfSf5_rQmpqPtfFm5r1w6TvrdNXNmks-si9t21Mztw/viewform?usp=header

Our March GRG support group meeting is coming up next Wednesday, March 11th, at 9:30 AM in the Community Room at Oxford High School. This month, we’re pleased to welcome Beth Bergstrom from PPAL as our special guest. She’ll present the first session of a four‑part training series designed to support and strengthen caregivers.

What to Expect at This Session

• An introduction to PPAL’s caregiver-focused training series
• Practical tools and insights to help navigate challenges
• A chance to connect with other grandparents and kinship caregivers

These trainings are designed to build skills over time, so attending the first session sets the foundation for the next three. It’s a great opportunity to learn, ask questions, and feel supported by a community that understands your experience.

I’m looking forward to seeing you there.

Sincerely,

Kim Rockwood
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren South Central MA
54 Slater Street
Webster, MA 01570
(978) 413-8989