Florence Sawyer School Happenings

Dear Families,

As we approach the end of 2023, I find myself reflecting on how privileged I am to play a role in this dynamic extended school community. Our teachers work hard to provide experiences that nurture the academic and social growth of their students. Our families are incredibly supportive of our students and school district. The work of our PTO and your support for their events has been incredible. Every day, I see countless examples of our students’ hard work and kindness.

In our recent Trimester Assemblies, I talked about belonging and the critical importance that every child feels that they belong and are part of our school. I also shared with the students the parable of the starfish—a story that underscores the significance of the “little things” and the profound impact they can have for themselves and others. The essence of this parable resonates deeply with our shared commitment to nurturing a positive and caring learning environment for our students.

Your unwavering support, whether in preparing your children for each new school day, attending school events, or collaborating with our dedicated educators, embodies the spirit of the starfish parable. Each small gesture, each act of kindness, contributes to the overall well-being and success of our school community. Your commitment to your child’s success has not only shaped the academic progress of our students but has also fostered a sense of unity and resilience that defines Florence Sawyer School.

As we embrace the winter break, I extend my warmest wishes to you and your families. May this holiday season be a time of joy, reflection, and cherished moments spent with loved ones.

Looking ahead to the new year, I am excited about the continued collaboration and shared successes that await us. We are a learning organization and will continue to seek out, be open to, and act on your feedback to take stock of the things we do well and where we can be better.

Yours in partnership,

Joel Bates,

Principal

If you have found that your child may be missing a sweatshirt, jacket, mitten and other various pieces of apparel, we may have it. Please have your child visit the Lost and Found in the Sawyer Wing lobby before the end of the week. You are welcome to visit as well.

We're excited to share the new NRSD App with you. The app posts the daily lunch as well as the school calendar and a feed where we will share pictures and other information about the goings on at school.

NRSD App for Google Play

NRSD APP for IPhone

Nashoba Regional High School invites all of our current 8th grade families to Future Freshman Night on January 4th from 6-7:30pm.

This is a great opportunity to learn more about what Nashoba has to offer next year!

Gardening / Nature Club

Gardening/Nature Club will be starting on Monday, January 22nd and is open to students in grades 3-8. Club will be meeting in Miss Richards’ room #243 after school on Mondays until 4:30 pm through June 3rd.

Interested students should return permission slips by Friday, January 19th. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at jrichards@nrsd.net .

Information and permission slip link:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1j1swrNz_tKqsM1KwIcafQFqURuJjKSwE/view?usp=sharing

Dear parents/guardians of FSS’s 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders!

My name is Jennifer Hubacz and I am the head coach of Girls on The Run for Florence Sawyer School. Girls on the Run is an after-school program for girls in grades 3-5, aimed at helping students make positive social connections, increase physical activity, & learn life skills. Physical activity & social-emotional curriculum are woven into two sessions per week, culminating in a celebratory non-competitive 5k run/walk event. Curriculum themes include: turning negative self-talk into positive self-talk, understanding emotions, standing up for self and others, making and maintaining healthy relationships, and making an impact on the community. No prior running experience is necessary – the program is accessible to all girls regardless of fitness level or physical ability. Stretching & running activities are woven into lessons by trained staff coaches. The program runs on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons at FSS from dismissal until 4:30pm, beginning the week of March 19th through the 5k at Polar Park on June 2nd. FSS staff members Jennifer (Rogers) Hubacz, Stacey Southard, Evelyn Cubero, and Megan Gurley will be leading the program this year. Registration, which includes all fees for the season, is $195. This year, Girls On The Run are running a lottery registration and it will be open starting January 1, 2024 and run until the end of day on February 2, 2024. “Winners” will be announced by the end of day on Monday, February 5, 2024. Participants will be notified by email that they have secured a spot on a team. If there were more than 18 girls registered for the lottery and they did not "win", they will receive an email from Girls On The Run notifying them that they are on the waitlist. You will not be charged until you “win” a spot on February 5, 2024. Please see the attached PDF and links below for more information.

More Information:

https://www.gotr-worc.org/programs

https://www.gotr-worc.org/Our-Organization

Please reach out to Jennifer (Rogers) Hubacz at jhubacz@nrsd.net with any questions or concerns.

Our middle school schedules are located on ArbiterLive. These schedules are subject to change, but this will always be the site with the most up to date schedule.

Florence Sawyer School Clubs and Activities

NRSD Before and After School Program (Extended Learning)

Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey in education? Are you interested in supplementing your income, but would like a work schedule that is within your control? Are you interested in a position that matches your child's school day schedule? Florence Sawyer School is thrilled to offer you the opportunity to join our dynamic team of substitute teachers!

📚 Why Choose Florence Sawyer School?

🌟 A Welcoming Community: Join a warm and welcoming community of educators and staff dedicated to creating a positive learning environment for all students.

🌟 Varied Opportunities: Experience teaching in diverse grade levels and subjects, gaining valuable insights into different teaching styles and classroom dynamics.

🌟 Flexibility: Enjoy the flexibility of choosing your assignments and schedule, allowing you to balance work with your other commitments.

🌟 Professional Growth: Build your teaching portfolio and expand your skill set as you collaborate with experienced educators and staff.

🌟 Make a Difference: Have a meaningful impact on the lives of young learners and contribute to their educational journey.

Qualifications:

• 2 Years of College are required for Substitute Teachers.

• Certified Teachers for assignments of eight weeks or more.

For more information, click here.

We have created the Virtual Backpack as a convenience for our families to capture forms, flyers, calendars, and other information that might have traditionally come home in a backpack.

Included on the Virtual Backpack page is a Community Events and Activities page where you can find non-school sponsored activities such community events, youth sports, community information for families, and other activities for children. We do our best to keep the CAEP updated.

FSS Family Directory is now available!

You can sign up to access the School Directory on the Bolton PTO Website. Directory memberships are $5 and you will be able to customize your directory listing and connect with other FSS Families. Visit https://boltonpto.membershiptoolkit.com/directory to update or create your directory listing!

Registration for Bolton Youth Baseball and Softball (BYBS) is now open! Early Bird pricing is available up until 12/31/2023. Open Registration open through 1/31/24. 2024 Spring Baseball & Softball Our program is designed to give all children ages 4-12 the opportunity to have fun learning and playing the great American pastime of baseball and softball. Please sign up below at: https://www.boltonyouthbaseball.org/Default.aspx?tabid=2592871 Any questions please feel free to reach out to: Boltonyouthbaseballpresident@gmail.com

Chess Club is open to any child in grades K-12 who has a love for playing chess and to those who want to learn.

Time: 5:30-7:00pm.

Where: Nashoba Regional High School-Cafeteria

When:

Thursday, December 14, 2023

Thursday, January 4, 2024

Thursday, January 18, 2024

Thursday, February 1, 2024

Thursday, February 15, 2024

Thursday, February 29, 2024

Thursday, March 14, 2024

Thursday, March 28, 2024

Instruction with Chess Master, Dr. Toth starts at 5:30pm and peer games begin at 6pm.

We kindly request the presence of a parent or caregiver at all times if your child is under 11 years old.

Admission is $2 to cover snacks.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Lisa at landerson5@hotmail.com.

This Month

December 19 - MS Basketball - Home Lunenburg MS

December 21 - MS Basketball - @ Clinton Middle School

December 22 - Sing-A-Long

December 25 - January 1 - Winter Break

Looking Ahead

January 2 - MS Basketball

January 4 - MS Basketball

January 9 - MS Basketball

January 11 - MS Basketball

January 18 - MS Basketball

January 23 - MS Basketball

January 25 - MS Basketball

January 30 - MS Basketball

February 5 - MS Basketball

February 6 - MS Basketball

Be your best self.

Pave your path.

Impact the world.

Website: https://sawyer.nrsd.net/
Location: 100 Mechanic Street, Bolton, MA, USA
Phone: (978) 779-2821

You can download the App by going to NRSD.net, scroll down to the bottom of the home page and click on the App Store or Google Play links.