I hope this message finds you well and enjoying the beginning of May. I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for the overwhelming support and kind words you showered upon me during Principal Day on May 1st. Your appreciation means the world to me.

Working alongside such dedicated staff, brilliant students, supportive families, and engaged community members is a true privilege. Every day, I am reminded of how fortunate we are to be part of this wonderful school community.

As we dive into another exciting week, I am thrilled to share with you a lineup of events tailored for families. Take a moment to peruse the options below and see if there's something that sparks your interest. I encourage you to explore these opportunities to connect, learn, and have fun together as a family.

Have a great weekend,

Pete Regan

Principal

You are invited to join Katie Bent (K-2 Special Ed Coordinator), Heidi Manthei (3-5 Special Ed Coordinator, and Jenna Larrenaga (Mindess Principal) for a rising 3rd grade parent coffee at Mindess on Friday, May 10 from 9:30 to 10:30 AM. We'll speak about the transition from Warren to Mindess and allow plenty of time for parent questions. We hope to see you there!

We are excited to announce that Warren School has made it to 80% progress on ST Math! To celebrate we are having

On Friday May 17, 2024

Remember this is a half day for students.

Get ready to waddle in style!

Students are invited to wear black and white or bring a stuffed penguin to join in the fun and festivities!

Join us for a special story time, offering families the opportunity to immerse themselves in captivating stories, fun rhymes, and cheerful songs, all in Spanish at the Ashland Public Library. This will take place on Wednesday, May 15 from 5:30-6:30 pm.

Led by local volunteers with natural fluency in the language, this story time provides a welcoming and stimulating environment where children can learn and enjoy the language in an interactive and exciting way. Join us for an educational and culturally enriching experience!

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A preview of Children's room programs will be sent out monthly.

Henry Warren students and staff are encouraged to submit ONE piece of original artwork to the

2024 Henry Warren School Art Show Family Reception.

Thursday, May 16th, 5:30-7pm

shland Middle School Theater Company will present a family friendly production of “Alice's Adventures in Wonderland” with a cast and crew of 40 plus students !

The play will run Friday, May 17th at 7pm & Saturday, May 18th at 2pm & 7pm in the AMS Little Theater. Tickets are $10 dollars at the door and cash sales only.

The main character, Alice, journeys into a world of talking animals, comic royalty and races where the contestants run in circles. The other usual suspects, such as the Mad Hatter and the watch-carrying White Rabbit, will be present as well. The play is full of whimsical dance interludes, over-the-top costumes, and classic tomfoolery among these iconic characters.

Please join us ! Love to see you there.

Sincerely,

Mr. Langmeyer, Drama Director

Ashland Public Schools has partnered with Cartwheel Care to provide our students access to a licensed therapist within seven days. Therapy is provided virtually, and sessions are available after school, in the evenings, and on the weekend. Therapists speak a variety of languages, including Spanish, Portuguese, Haitian Creole, Indonesian, Hebrew, Ga (Ghana), Twi (Ghana) and Moroccan Arabic. All insurance is accepted.

If your child would benefit from this service, please contact Director of Counseling Jen Cutler at jcutler@ashland.k12.ma.us or your child’s school counselor.

Free Webinars

Cartwheel Care also offers free webinars to empower caregivers, family members, and school staff with practical and actionable information on mental health topics affecting youth and families today. Sign up to receive webinar invites here.

May 7 • 7:30 p.m. • Finding the words: How to effectively speak with kids & teens about suicide and mental health.

Please review the document below. Each found item is photographed and identified with a number. Unclaimed items are donated to charity.

Check out what our Nutrition Services department is serving up for students! Menu items are subject to change without notice, based on current supply chain issues or other factors. If dietary concerns are an issue, please contact us.

To view a translated version of the menu, please visit ashland.k12.ma.us/Nutrition.

• May 7: Cartwheel Webinar 7:30 pm
  
• May 10: Parent Coffee for Current Grade 2 Parents of students with IEPs or 504 plan at Mindess at 9:30 am, also Ashland High School Make-A-Wish Dance Party 6:00 pm
• May 15: Spanish Storytime, Ashland Public Library 5:30-6:30 pm
• May 16: Warren School Art Show 5:30-7:00 pm
• May 17: Staff Professional Development Day, early release at 1:15. Lunch is served. Jiji math day.
• May 20: Grade 2 Field Trip: Mrs. Bauer, Mrs. Canney, Ms. Clifford, Mrs. Kane, Mrs. Levy, and Mrs. Canney

• May 21: Grade 2 Field Trip: Ms. Belanger, Ms. Farrell, Mrs. Freeman, Ms. Peterson, and Ms. Thorsen

• May 22: Incoming Kindergarten Screening (by appointment)

• May 23: Incoming Kindergarten Screening (by appointment)

• May 27: No school in observance of Memorial Day

• May 29: Kindregarten Field Trip, Warren School at Dairy Queen

Looking for something to do in and around our community? Check out our Community Bulletin Board at ashland.k12.ma.us/flyers. From teen trivia nights to musicals to concerts, there's something for everyone!