Academy Avenue Elementary School
SY 24 Academy
A Message from the Principal
Dear Academy Families and Friends,
June is here tomorrow and with that said, there's just so much to be excited about. Here's some quick things to know:
- Kindergarten Screening this past week went well. It was great seeing our incoming Kindergartners both in the building and at the K Event at WECC last Wednesday night. We'll have another info session this Tuesday, June 2 to help them become more acclimated to their future school.
- The Big Race was last Wednesday-great job to all the students who participated in this spring's session.
- Thank you to all the kids and parents that came out for the Tile Night Event! I can't wait to see them up on the cafeteria wall!
- This Thursday, we will have our annual Walk of Honor for the WHS Seniors (former Academy students) who will be graduating on Saturday.
- 5th Grade residency check was due this past Friday, May 29th.
- 1st Grade is going to the zoo on Friday. Please have them dressed and ready for a day outside.
- Last call for Parent Placement input, see the link below in case you missed it.
Goodbye May, hello June!
Mr. Patrick J. Higgins
Principal
Bus & Transportation Information Update
- Why did we send a direct link? We know that finding student data like Local ID numbers can be tricky. Your personalized link has all of this information automatically filled out; all you need to do is review and submit!
- To ensure we receive accurate data and avoid duplicate entries, this unique link was emailed only to the Primary Contact we have on file for your student. If you have not seen the email, please have the primary account holder search their inbox (and spam folder!) If you need assistance with your contact information in Aspen, please contact your school office.
Upcoming Events
June
June 2-Grade 5 Band In-school Performance
June 2-Incoming K Night 6PM
June 4-Senior Walk of Honor (1030AM)
June 5-Grade 1 Trip to Franklin Park Zoo
June 8-Grade 5 Walkover to Chapman 930AM
June 9-Half Day of School for Staff PD, dismissal is at 11:50AM
June 9-Octangal Elementary Track and Field Meet
June 10-Fire Safety Day K-3
June 11-Grade 5 Band Performance, 7PM at CMS
June 12-Academy Field Day
June 16-Spring Concert Grades K-2. Doors open at 9:45, show starts as 10AM
June 18-Grade 5 Fun Day
June 19-Juneteeth Holiday (No School)
June 22-Academy Grade 5 Promotion Ceremony 1:30PM
June 26-Last day of School, half day for students
Some great artists show their creations
Good times with Great Friends
Not an empty space at the table
Go! Go! Go! Running Club
Mrs. Tuplin calling out the laps!
Spring Running club looking good in gold!
Rockstar on the mic!
The K Team is amazing!
Grade 4 Spilling the Tea since 1773!
AAPC News
The Results are in...
Congratulations-Colleen Conners (President) and Jen Gerg (Treasurer) have been elected for the next two years to the AAPC executive board.
Hot Days? Pack those water bottles with ice...we have water filling stations throughout the building! Hydration is key!
AAPC May Newsletter
https://app.smore.com/n/s6rx2Website
https://sites.google.com/view/aapcsite/home
E-Board
Presidents- Katie McPartlin & Kerri Olore
Vice President- Holly Hazelton
Treasurer- Lindsay Brooks
Secretaries- Stephanie Hartmann
Playground Etiquette
Playground Expectations
As the weather continues to improve, we are so excited to see our Academy families using the playground after school. Consistency is so important for our students that we find it important to share with you our playground expectations that we provide to the students during the school day. We hope this carries over to after school and beyond:
Everyone plays – Every game is open to whoever wants to play as long as those playing are being safe, respectful and responsible during the game. Including others are expected behaviors.
Play safe – Students must play so that they and others are not physically or emotionally hurt. Students must avoid rough play, unsafe play, and name-calling. Examples of unsafe play include jumping from the top of the play structure or sliding into someone still on or near the end of the slide.
Be Respectful- Students will listen and follow directions. They will be kind and provide other students an opportunity to use the play structure. Keep hands and feet to themselves. Please stay away and out of the woods and please remember to keep sticks and stones on the ground and away from the play areas. Ball play should be reserved to the baseball field and away from the play structures.
District Links & Information:
- Tech Support for Families
- Champions Before and After School Care - 781-812-8735 or lolee@discoverchampions.com
- Blackboard Communications - Opt In and Opt Out Instructions
- Town Wide Parent Council - Meets the Second Tuesday of Each Month
- SEPAC - Click here for meeting schedule
COVID Resources
- DESE/DPH School Guidance
- Video: How to Administer an At-Home COVID Test
- Text Guide: How Do I Administer an At-Home COVID test?
- Weymouth Public Schools Transportation Webpage
Attendance Matters!
Attendance plays a big role in a student's learning & achievement in school. Being here every day is important to a student's growth and progress. Thank you again for calling the hotline (781.335.4717) each & any time your child is out!!! Showing up makes a world of difference.