Melville Message Community Update

In partnership with families and community, the mission of Melville Elementary School is to provide all students with a strong academic foundation through diverse and challenging instruction in a safe and nurturing environment enabling them to achieve their greatest potential while developing self-confidence, respect, responsibility, compassion and a love of learning.

We’re excited to share that Melville STEAM Night is returning on March 18th from 5:30-7 pm We are already gearing up for an amazing evening that celebrates all things Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math.

This year, we’d love to highlight the incredible STEAM talent right here in our own community. If you or your organization would be interested in hosting a table to share your career, expertise, or hands-on activity with students, we would be thrilled to have you join us!

If you’re curious or think you might want to participate, please take a moment to fill out our Interest Form:

A follow-up email with the confirmed date, schedule, and next steps will be sent at the beginning of February so we can finalize plans together.

Thank you for helping us make STEAM Night an inspiring experience for our students. We can’t wait to bring this event back and celebrate all the innovation happening around us!

Warmly,

Margie Brennan

Science Instructional Coach, K-8

AgInnovation Farm Educator

National Geographic Educator

Portsmouth Schools, RI

Dear Melville School Community,

As many of you are aware, in accordance with Portsmouth School Department policy, Melville Elementary School has a new visitor system in our vestibule. This system is used to sign guests into our building by scanning a driver’s license and verifying your identity with a comparison photo.

Please note that any person that is entering our school building for a meeting or an event is REQUIRED to sign in.

In order to expedite the sign in process, we are strongly encouraging all families to download the app and create your profile today. You may do so by scanning the QR code below or by visiting the App Store or Google Play Store and searching for Raptor Safe.

For any questions or for assistance contact the main office. Thank you for your help in keeping our school safe.

At Melville Elementary, we are committed to every student’s success, and regular attendance is key! Did you know that students who miss two or more days a month—about 10% of the school year—are considered chronically absent?

Attendance Matters

We know that attendance plays a huge role in student success, and your support is key to improving it. Melville is currently ranked #15 in the state for attendance on the State’s Attendance Leaderboard.

Earn money for Melville while you shop! All you have to do is send in your Clements Receipts.

January

26-30: Scholastic Book Fair and Reading Spirit Week

28th: Family Shopping Night and visit our Support Staff Table

February

Family Teacher Conferences (Flexible, each grade level will notify families and find door support)

10: MPTG 6:00-7:00 - Library

16 - 20: Winter Recess (No School)

March

2-6: Wellness Awareness Week

18- STEAM Night, 5:30-6:30

25- Arts for Life- Day

Whale of an Evening-TBD

10: MPTG 6:00-7:00 - In the Melville Library

18: One-hour early release for students-Dismissal will be from 2:15-2:30

20: Spring Picture Day

April

7: RICAS grades 3 and 4 ELA Session 1

8: RICAS grades 3 and 4 ELA Session 2

14: MPTG 6:00-7:00 - In the Melville Library

15th Purple Up on the Playground-Military Families

20 - 24: Spring Recess (No School)

May

Family Teacher Conferences (Flexible, each grade level will notify families and find door support)

7: Grade 3 MIndfulness with our Support Staff, 4PM-5PM-Students & caregivers (must register)

12:

RICAS grades 3 and 4 math Session 1

MPTG 6:00-7:00 - In the Melville Library

13: RICAS grades 3 and 4 math Session 2

20:One-hour early release for students-Dismissal will be from 2:15-2:30

21: Fun Run (Rain Date 22nd)

25: Memorial Day (No School)

June

1: Grade 4 visits Portsmouth Middle School

2: Grade 2 Field Trip to Biomes

5:

- PHS Graduation

-Grade 4 Field Trip to the State House

8: Pre K Graduation

9: MPTG/Volunteer Appreciation 6:00-7:00 - In the Melville Library

10: Field Day (rain date 11th)

12: Kindergarten Field Trip to Buttonwood Zoo

TBD -Grade 4 Stepping Up & Family Picnic

17 or 180th day: Last Day of School – All Students

If your child is going to be absent, or it is absolutely necessary to make a dismissal change, then please complete the: Attendance Notification Form. Please bookmark this form or you can find it on our website. Dismissal changes must be made by 2:15

If your family will be moving during the 25-26 school year - please print this form, fill it out, and return to Melville, so we can help make your move a smooth one!

Effective Monday, November 3, 2025 PSD fully implemented the “I Love U Guys” Standard Response Protocol.

Thank you to the Feinstein Foundation for this incredible program.

Feinstein Jr. Scholars are allowed two free visits with an adult guest to Mystic Aquarium per year with their 2025-2026 Jr. Scholar Card, but you must reserve a timed-ticket online prior to visiting!

Here’s the link for timed ticket reservations with a

Feinstein Jr. Scholar Card: https://www.mysticaquarium.org/visit/tickets/discounts-and-promotions/feinstein-junior-scholar-discount/

Going forward please use meloffice@portsmouthschoolsri.org to notify the main office of changes to your child's dismissal routine or of your child's absence.

We love to celebrate our students. If they have special news that you would like us to share, e.g. State Wrestling or Cheerleading Championship accomplishments, then please email me at lauried@portsmouthschoolsri.org and we will be sure to include their recognition in our morning announcements.

In keeping with the spirit of giving, our Feinstein Jr. Scholars are excited to start an in-school food pantry that our students and families can donate to and access when needed.

Please help us as we continue to support our community by sending in food items with your child from time to time. Please email

Mrs. Powell: powelld@portsmouthschoolsri.org or

Mrs. Pascoe: pascoen@portsmouthschoolsri.org

if you would like to access our food pantry during the school year.

Securly Home is an app that allows parents to monitor their child’s Chromebook activity at home and add rules for home use. Please take some time to review the slideshow from the informational parent meeting hosted for families.

We encourage you to sign up now for Securly Home!

Google Slideshow

Email: lauried@portsmouthschoolsri.org
Website: https://www.portsmouthschoolsri.org/Domain/11
Location: 1351 West Main Road, Portsmouth, RI, USA
Phone: 4016831650
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Twitter: @MelvilleSchool