WINTHROP WEEKLY
March 11, 2026
Dear Families and Caregivers,
As the days grow longer and the air begins to warm, we are all feeling a sense of excitement for the changing season. While we still have a bit of a way to go before the truly warm weather arrives, the shift in temperature is a welcome sight. However, spring also brings its fair share of mud; our playground is currently home to many puddles, which the kids LOVE to play in! So we kindly ask that families pack snow boots or rain boots and a spare change of clothes in their students' backpacks just in case they get a bit too close to the water during recess.
Meanwhile, our fifth graders have been busy perfecting their steps in ballroom dance. After a wonderful in-school preview today, the students are officially ready for the big stage. We invite you to join us for the formal gala this Thursday night at 7:00 p.m., hosted at the Ipswich Middle High School. Everyone has been practicing diligently, and it promises to be a fantastic showcase of their hard work and talent.
Congratulations to Jamie Fremont-Smith! 25 years of leading the Ipswich Public Schools Musicians. In the photo above Jamie is leading all musicians in grades 5-12 at the All Town Band Concert! We are so grateful for your music!
The FRIES meeting is tonight at 6:30p.m. at the Winthrop School. Please join in if you can.
We have attached a virtual link as well.
Thank You,
Winthrop Administration Team
ANNUAL SPRING ART SHOW
Thursday, March 26th, 6:00P.M.-7:30p.m.
Come and see the incredible talents of all of our students that will be on display during our Annual Spring Art Show.
Please join us for student artwork, refreshments, and a scavenger hunt!
FRIES NEWS
Winthrop Science Festival - March 31, 6:30pm (include the attached graphic)
Our annual Science Festival is fast approaching! This event is open to everyone and is all about celebrating science — no judging, no competition, just a chance for students to share what they’ve learned and explore what excites them.
Register here to learn more about the event and be part of the fun!
March FRIES Meeting
Join the Winthrop FRIES team on Wednesday, March 11, at 6:30pm in the Winthrop Cafeteria for our monthly meeting. We'll review upcoming events and fundraising opportunities. We'd love to see you there!
IPSWICH PUBLIC LIBRARY SUMMER BOOK CAMP
The camp includes children who are rising third to fifth graders, but spaces for those two grades are currently full. The theme this year is the circus. The camp runs from Monday, July 6-Thursday, July 9 from 9:30 am to noon. Please only register your child if they can attend all four days. Camp activities include stories, crafts, snacks and outdoor games that are all based around each summer's chosen theme. To register, go to www.ipswichlibrary.org/events and click on the link on July 6 or use this direct link: https://ipswichlibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/library-book-camp-rising-4th-graders-2/ Please call the Children's Room at 978-412-8713 with any questions!
