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Ditson Family Newsletter - August 23, 2024

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Principal's Corner Principal's Corner

The countdown is certainly on with only 35 school days left. And believe me, there are lots packed into the upcoming Days! Below you will find photos of recent events as well as flyers for upcoming events.

Move-Up Day Move-Up Day

As shared in the recent District Email, we will not be holding our traditional "Move-Up" Day this June. Students will instead receive a placement letter over the summer identifying their classroom teacher for the upcoming school year.


Please note: This change does not affect our 4th grade transistion plans. Our 4th gradeers will still visit the Locke Middle School on Tuesday, June 2nd during the school day.

Big Thanks go out to our DSA Big Thanks go out to our DSA

Our wonderful DSA outdid themselves this year with an amazing show of appreciation for the Dtison Staff!
  • Throughout the week, We found sweet and salty treats in the planning rooms on all 3 floors, as well as the office. A Trail Mix Bar will be set up in the downstairs planning/break room. An amazing Flower Bar in the downstairs planning/break room provided everyone the opportunity to make a beautiful arrangement. And on Friday the Annual Appreciation Brunch and Raffle was once again a huge success.
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Student vs Staff Volleyball Game Student vs Staff Volleyball Game

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DSA Corner DSA Corner

DSA Corner


Visit us at DitsonDSA.org for our full calendar and how to get involved!


What a great Talent Show!

We loved seeing all of our talented Ditson performers! Thank you to our incredible volunteers and especially our chairs, Mrs. Viola and Mrs. Dennis.


Thank You to everyone who helped with Staff Appreciation Week, especially Mrs. Kent and Mrs Ho, our chairs.


Fun Run - May 21 - Our biggest fundraiser of the year! Students will walk/run laps to great music and earn money to support field trips and events like Field Day. Each student receives a Fun Run t-shirt. Parents/caregivers can volunteer to cheer on our students as they run!


Register your student at mybooster.com. Register by 5/12 to be entered into a raffle for some great prizes!


Sign up to volunteer: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B45A8AB2DA4FEC25-62189122-2026


Art Show - Thursday, May 7th from 6-7:30P This will be a WALK-THRU Event and is NOT a

drop-off. Every student at Ditson will have a piece of art on display!


Family Picnic - May 29 - 5:30pm in front of the school. Music, Games, Food and Fun! Pack up your own picnic basket at home, pick something up along the way, or grab some delicious bites from our local vendors.


4th Grade Celebration - June 12 - Music, pizza and snacks, yearbook signing, and lots of fun!


Field Day - June 18 - Our biggest in-school event for all of our students! Students spend the day playing games inside and outside to celebrate the end of another amazing school year. We need parents/caregivers to help supervise and run games and activities.


Sign up to volunteer:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B45A8AB2DA4FEC25-62189180-2026#/


Canโ€™t make it but would like to contribute? Donate something on our Amazon wishlist

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3ML2IDBY51ENF?ref_=wl_share


Ditson School Association

Email us at ditsonschoolassociation@gmail.com

Follow the DSA on Facebook

Visit Our Website at DitsonDSA.Org

Tax ID# 04-3828095

Know Your Rights Parent Meeting Know Your Rights Parent Meeting

Billerica SEPAC Special Education Parent Advisory Council presents an Informational evening focused on Student Rights and District Obligations.

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5th Grade Parent/Guardian Information Night Wednesday, May 6th 5th Grade Parent/Guardian Information Night Wednesday, May 6th

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Healthy Vibes Spring Festival and Expo Healthy Vibes Spring Festival and Expo

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Yankee Doodle Fundraising Event - May 15th Yankee Doodle Fundraising Event - May 15th

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Billerica Elks Daddy Daughter Dance Billerica Elks Daddy Daughter Dance

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Yankee Doodle Homecoming Art Contest Yankee Doodle Homecoming Art Contest

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Billerica Summer Enrichment Camp

Billerica Summer Enrichment Camp


Looking for something exciting for your child this summer???? If so please consider registering for the Billerica Summer Enrichment Camp at the Marshall Middle School. We are a half day camp for students aged PreK-7th graders with a variety of classes available. Please see our website for details and reach out to PJ McCarthy (PJMcCarthy@BillericaK12.com) with any questions.



https://www.billericak12.com/resources/summer-enrichment

What's Happening in Specials - May What's Happening in Specials - May

Art - Ms. O'Rourke
Physical Education - Ms. O'Shei
Music - Ms. McGillicuddy
LiTe - Mrs. Mari
Health - Mr. Pierce

Important Links Important Links

May 2026 Lunch Menu
Download the Ditson School Info App - Apple Store
Download the Ditson School Info App - Google Play
2025 - 2026 BPS Academic School Calendar

Upcoming Events Upcoming Events

Monday, May 4th - DSA Meeting - 7:00PM

Tuesday, May 5th - Grade 4 - Math MCAS - Session 1

Wednesday, May 6th - Locke Parent Night

Thursday, May 7th - Grade 4 Math MCAS - Session 2

Friday, May 8th - Q3 Progress Reports Published

Tuesday, May 12th - Grade 3 - Math MCAS - Session 1

Thursday, May 14th - Grade 3 - Math MCAS - Session 2

Wednesday, May 20th - Early Release

Thursday, May 21st - Fun Run

Monday, May 25th - No School - Holiday

Friday, May 29th - Incoming Kindergarten Screening

Contact Information Contact Information

Ditson Elementary School


Victoria Hatem, Principal - Email: vhatem@billericak12.com

Caitlin Barry, Assistant Principal - Email: cbarry@billericak12.com

Courtney Finn, School Nurse - Email: cfinn@billericak12.com

  • 978-528-8520

Mrs. Maguire, Secretary - Email: dmaguire@billericak12.com

  • 978-528-8510

Website: https://www.billericak12.com/schools/ditson-elementary

Location: 39 Cook Street, Billerica, MA, USA
Phone: 978-528-8510
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DitsonDSA/

Twitter: @weareDitson

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