FOWLER SCHOOL

3 Tiger Drive

978-897-6700

Principal- Keith Kinney kkinney@maynard.k12.ma.us

Assistant Principal-David Snyder dsnyder@maynard.k12.ma.us

Administrative Assistant- Joanne Lochiatto jlochiatto@maynard.k12.ma.us

Administrative Assistant- Marie Roche mroche@maynard.k12.ma.us

Nurse Amy Jamieson: ajamieson@maynard.k12.ma.us

Nurse Rozie Ross: rross@maynard.k12.ma.us

Fowler students have truly knocked it out of the park with MCAS testing this spring! We are officially finished with ELA, Math, and Science MCAS testing, with only the Grade 8 Civics assessment remaining next week. We are incredibly proud of our students for the perseverance, focus, and grit they demonstrated throughout the testing season, as well as our staff for their support and flexibility.

As Memorial Day approaches, we also want to take a moment to reflect on the true meaning of the holiday. Memorial Day is a time to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country. While many of us will enjoy the warm weather, cookouts, and time with family and friends, we do so because of the courage and dedication of those who fought to protect our freedoms. We extend our deepest gratitude to all who have served and especially remember those who gave their lives in service to our nation.

Fowler was extremely fortunate and grateful to have a presenter from Sandy Hook Promise speak with our 6th-, 7th-, and 8th-graders on Friday. The presentation, titled “Say Something,” served as a follow-up to the “Start With Hello” program our students previously participated in.

Our students were respectful, engaged, and attentive throughout the event. The focus of the presentation was on recognizing warning signs when a peer may be considering harming themselves or others—and understanding what steps to take when those signs appear. It was an important and empowering message for our students to hear.

We are truly appreciative of the opportunity to partner with this impactful organization. Unfortunately, grant funding for Sandy Hook Promise has recently been eliminated. If you value this type of education and prevention work, please consider visiting their website to share your support.

Best

Keith

A few Reminders:

• Tuesday, May 26 – Fowler Concert for Grades 6–8 Chorus and Grades 5–8 Band, 7:00 PM
• Tuesday, June 2 – Fowler Concert for Grades 4–5 Chorus and Grade 4 Band, 7:00 PM

Both concerts will take place at Maynard High School.

Join us for the Stronger Than Chemo Comedy Night on June 25 at The Sanctuary in Maynard. Enjoy live music, comedy, raffles, and community, all in support of cancer patients and families through the Stronger Than Chemo Foundation. Learn more or get tickets: https://STCComedy.eventbrite.com

Online bus registration for the 2026-2027 school year will start on June 1st beginning at 8am.

Registration will be in Aspen, directions are at the below link.

Who Needs to Register?

• Students in grades K – 6 who live 2 or more miles from school who want transportation (MUST register to receive a bus pass)
• ANY other students who need transportation

ANYONE who needs their student to take the bus MUST register each year, even if you receive the bus for free and/or live more than 2 miles from school. It’s the only way we know if you need to take a bus. Registration is on a first come first serve basis and Buses fill up fast!

For information on how to register for the bus, pay for the bus online, or request a fee waiver, please go to https://www.maynard.k12.ma.us/page/bus-information

Dear Maynard Families,

We Value Your Voice – Please Participate in the SQM Parent Survey

For the past several years, Maynard Public Schools has partnered with the Education Commonwealth Project (ECP) at the University of Massachusetts, now referred to as MCIEA, to better understand and strengthen our schools through the School Quality Measures (SQM) surveys. These surveys provide valuable insight into key areas such as academic learning, school culture, community and well-being, resources, and leadership.

We are inviting you to participate in this year’s parent survey. Your feedback is essential in helping us understand what we are doing well and where we can improve. The perspectives of our families play a critical role in shaping our priorities and ensuring that we continue to meet the needs of all students.

The survey is designed to be straightforward and meaningful, and your responses are confidential. The data collected will be used to inform decision-making at both the school and district levels.

Survey Link - parent survey link: https://umassamherst.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cOWPSTSxidxw1FQ

We are committed to transparency and continuous improvement, and we deeply value your partnership in this work.

Thank you in advance for taking the time to share your feedback.

Maynard Administration

On May 22 and 23, the Maynard Stage Company at Maynard High School presents their spring musical, Camelot! An idealistic young King Arthur hopes to create a kingdom built on honor and dignity, embodied by his Knights of The Round Table. His ideals, however, are tested when his lovely queen, Guenevere, falls in love with the young Knight, Lancelot, and the fate of the kingdom hangs in the balance. Reserved seating is on sale at cur8.com. Join us in the magical, vibrant and funny world of Camelot! Appropriate for ages 5+, with mild theatrical violence.

Spring sports season has begun and The Booster Club is excited to open the snack shack for our upcoming home events for both High School and Middle Schoolers. For new parents, the Snack Shack at Alumni Field is run totally by parent volunteers and we welcome having new families join us. A shift in the snack shack is an easy and fun way to get involved. Track meets can be long and a shift in the shack is a great way to pass the time and stay warm! And since we are just steps away from the track you are always welcome to step out to watch your athlete in their event!

The sign up link is below. We hope to see you at the snack shack...and for the person who volunteers the most shifts the Booster Club would love you to pick an item from our school store site on us!

https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/20F0945AAAE2BA5FC1-62668982-maynard

Thanks for helping to support our athletes!

The Booster Club

Maynard Rental Assistance Program:

The Maynard Rental Assistance Program (MRAP), sponsored by the Maynard Affordable Housing Trust, provides $500 monthly rental assistance payments, in the form of a grant, to eligible households residing in Maynard, Massachusetts.

The application deadline is April 10, 2026.

For more information about the program and eligibility requirements please click here.

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The Maynard Food Pantry is open every Monday unless it is a holiday. Maynard residents are welcome to shop 2x a month (out-of-town residents are asked to keep it to 1x a month).

1. Adult and Youth Mobile Crisis Intervention: Call 800-640-5432

2. Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org/chat

3. Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741

4. Massachusetts Substance Use Helpline: Call 800-327-5050 or visit helplinema.org

5. OUT Metrowest for LGBTQ Youth: Call 508-875-2122 or visit outmetrowest.org

6. Trevor Lifeline for LGBTQ Youth: Call 866-488-7386, text START to 678678, or visit thetrevorproject.org

7. Planned Parenthood: Call 888-258-4448 or visit plannedparenthood.org

8. National Domestic Violence Hotline: Call 800-799-7233, text LOVEIS to 22522, or visit thehotline.org

9. Eating Disorder Hotline: Call 800-931-2237, or visit nationaleatingdisorder.org

10. Seize the Awkward: text SEIZE to 741741, or visit seizetheawkward.org

ELPAC (English Learner Parent Advisory Council) Resources

SEPAC (Special Education Parent Advisory Council) Resources

Maynard Music Association (MMA)

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