The Weekly Update #4
July 31st, 2025
Good Afternoon Killam Families!
Thank you to everyone who helped make Teacher Appreciation Week such a success! We are especially grateful to Ellen Brogan and Vicki Brown for their thoughtful coordination and care in celebrating our staff.
This week marks the start of Math MCAS. Grade 3 students will test on Tuesday and Wednesday. Please help your child feel prepared by ensuring they arrive to school on time and bring a healthy snack and water.
We hope you will join us for the Killam Learning Fair next Thursday from 5:30–6:30 PM. This open-house style event is a wonderful opportunity to explore the building and see student work from across the school. All teachers will be present, and we look forward to welcoming you!
Kindergarten Screening for incoming students will take place on June 3. Letters with scheduled time slots were sent home on Friday. If you have any questions about registration, please contact jaculen.maglio@reading.k12.ma.us.
And one more date to keep in mind—Field Day is scheduled for Wednesday, June 10. Volunteer sign-ups will be shared later this week.
Let's have a great week!
Lindsey Fulton, Principal
TRRFCC Ticket Winners! 🐨
Key Dates
This Week:
Tuesday, May 5th- Grade 3 ELA MCAS
Wednesday, May 6th - Grade 3 ELA MCAS
Thursday, May 7th - Grade 3 Enrichment
Next Week:
Monday, May 11th- Grade 5 Math MCAS
Tuesday, May 12th- Grade 5 Math MCAS
Wednesday, May 13th- Grade 4 Math MCAS
Thursday, May 14th- Grade 4 Math MCAS
Thursday, May 14th- Learning Fair 5:30-6:30 pm
Friday, May 15th- K Enrichment & 4th Grade Recycled Carnival
5th Grade Families!
Save the date!
You're invited to help your 5th grader tie dye their 5th grade shirt, take pictures, enjoy some refreshments, and to play some kickball with your 5th grader!
Lunch Menu 🍪
Order Your School Gear! 🎽
📣 New this year - expanded Killam spring storefront!! In addition to our usual 🌈 grade tshirts, we've got more.
* Want your Grade Level tshirt before the start of school next year? Get it now!!
* Didn't have the energy to order holiday gear in December? Get it now!!
* Staff want some cool Killam Staff gear? Get it now!!
* Need an end of the year Staff gift idea for your child's educator? Get it now!!
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Get your Killam swag from the link below. The store closes May 14 at midnight!!
- Jen McDonnell mini photo sessions - use this link to sign up for family photos on May 28th at Lake Quannapowitt in Wakefield. A portion of proceeds generously are donated back to Killam PTO!
The 2026 school supply kits are now available! Skip the store lines and start next year stress-free with the exact supplies your child’s teacher requested. Ordering now ensures you're ready for back-to-school, no guesswork and no last-minute shopping. Order today and cross one thing off your list!
Local Events/Opportunities
💖 Join us for a special evening just for YOU! 💖
🌸 Celebrate Mother’s Day with us 🌸
🍽️ Delicious dinner, appetizers & refreshments
🎻 Live violin music
🌷 Beautiful décor
💐 Connect with other multilingual families
🎁 Gift card raffles from local businesses
📅 May 7
⏰ 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Presence & Co – 557 Main St, Reading
✨ FREE event for multilingual mothers
⚠️ RSVP required – limited space
I also encourage you to attend if you’re available—it’s always a beautiful, fun event with great food, a welcoming atmosphere, and many exciting raffle opportunities!
This event is only possible because of our amazing sponsors, whose generosity is helping us create a meaningful and memorable night for our families.
📩 To reserve a spot, families should contact me directly by email. Due to the current situation in our country, I would like to manage registrations personally to ensure fairness and equal access for all families.
Email: Taiana.Pereira@reading.k12.ma.us
This event is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate, connect, and honor the incredible mothers in our multilingual community. Your help in sharing this information will make a big difference in reaching our families.
Keeping Kids Safe & Secure Online:
A Project Safe Childhood Presentation for Adults
Thursday, May 7, 2026 │6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Registration required – Log in begins at 6:00 pm
Registration Details
https://usao.webex.com/weblink/register/r3e7ec6dd39529e1d1509dc763f5668f8
Questions or difficulty registering?
Please contact Karen Legace at USAMA.PSCOutreach@usdoj.gov
This presentation is for adults who wish to learn how to keep kids safe online.
Content is inappropriate for young children.
Please be aware of who can see your screen and hear your audio!
The Reading Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) improves the outcomes and wellbeing for ALL students. SEPAC fosters relationships, helps identify unmet needs, and provides valuable input on the development of programs, services, and policies. Our council is open to all parents and caregivers and is not limited to just families who have children with special needs. We offer various opportunities to connect with other families and provide learning experiences for all.
To learn more about Reading SEPAC (Special Education Parent Advisory Council), please visit our website: Reading SEPAC Website
Should you wish to receive our monthly newsletter, please send an email to SEPACReading@gmail.com
⭐ Registration Now Open: BOWLING MEET-UP
@ Kings Bowling, 510 Market St, Lynnfield
May 15 (Fri) 2-4pm for Middle & High School Families (May 7 RSVP Deadline)
May 29 (Fri) 1:30-3:30pm Pre-school & Elementary Families (May 21 RSVP Deadline)
Just a reminder that our bowling meetups and registration deadlines are coming up. We would love to have you join us. It is a great opportunity for the whole family (both kids & adults) to meet, connect, and have fun!
Registration:
Scan the QR code or visit https://forms.gle/uSU1Bd5UKaEw2rEN7 for more information.
RSVP by May 7 for Session 1 and May 21 for Session 2.
Advanced registration is required.
⭐ SEPAC ANNUAL SURVEY: Your Voice Matters!
May 11 (Mon) Submission Deadline
We want to hear from you! Please take a moment to share your feedback via our brief, anonymous survey by May 11, 2026 (Mon).
As we look ahead to the 2026–2027 school year, your input is essential. Tell us what’s working, where we can improve, and what topics you’d like to see covered. Your responses ensure we are effectively representing our community in our meetings with RPS district leaders and help shape our community programming to better serve your family.
Time commitment: Less than 5 minutes.
Impact: Helps shape the future of special education support in Reading.
Deadline: Survey closes on May 11 (Mon)
Direct url here: https://forms.gle/ssUZM6eEqF34Z8kV9
