March 19 (Tuesday) : Student Parent Teacher conferences
Greetings Families,
Missed us at our last conference? There is still time to sign up! Connections / LSP will be holding its second conference on March 19 (Tuesday). Please select a time that works best for you. Once you select your preferred time, scroll down to click "Continue."
***If any family requires translator services please let us know.
If you have any questions let Shane, Erika, and Alex know. We will see you soon!
Link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4CA5A623A1FDC70-48199515-student
WHAT IS UNIFIED BASKETBALL
Unified Basketball will start on Monday, March 25th. Unified Sports joins people with and without intellectual disabilities on the same team. It was inspired by a simple principle: training together and playing together is a quick path to friendship and understanding. In Unified Sports, teams are made up of people of similar age.
UNIFIED BASKETBALL INTRODUCTORY MEETING:
To find out more information and to meet the coaches on Wednesday, March 20, 2024 6:00 pm Middle School Cafeteria.
MIDDLE SCHOOL - Practice will be one day a week at the middle school gym or the middle school outdoor courts depending on the weather. Practice will meet in the cafeteria right after school for a snack and homework. Unified Basketball practice will start at 3:15 and go approximately 1 hour. There will be one game per week
- Practice and game information will be available on our Athletic Webpage
- Games can also be found on Arbiterlive with this
HOW TO REGISTER:
Please complete the registration in FamilyID ASAP. All students participating in Unifield Basketball MUST be registered in FamilyID and have a in-person physical dated within the last 13 months that clears the student to participate in competitive sports.Follow the link below to be directed to the Athletics Registration Form. LINK: FY24 SPRING UNIFIED
TRANSPORTATION:
Students will receive transportation to all away games.
ATHLETIC FEES:
- ALL ATHLETIC FEES ARE DUE AT THE TIME OF REGISTRATION.
- If your student has already played in a sport this year, you will have already met you commitment to athletic fees. Otherwise, the fee structure is a s follows:.
- $50. for the season.
STUDENT PHYSICALS:
All student-athletes must have a current physical on file. The MIAA (Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association that governs school sports) requires that the student have seen a doctor in-person visit within the last 13 months and must contain a section that says the student may participate in school sports with no restrictions (or with the following restrictions).
NO STUDENT CAN PARTICIPATE IN ANY PRACTICES OR CONTESTS WITHOUT THIS.
Due to the availability of school nurses, we STRONGLY SUGGEST that ALL registrants attach their current physical even if you think you have already submitted it. This will allow the school nurses to approve registrations remotely, therefore clearing students to start on the first day of their sport.
If your student's physical has expired and you cannot get an appointment with your pediatrician, CVS MinuteClinic at 189 Watertown St, Watertown, MA 02472 does a low-cost student sports physical.
CONTACT INFORMATION:
For any questions during registration, please contact Jae Smith. She will be able to assist you with online registration and online payments and can be reached at 617-926-7748 or via email at jsmith@watertown.k12.ma.us.
Ryan Murphy Karen Bloomer
Athletic Director High School Head Coach
ryan.murphy@watertown.k12.ma.us karen.bloomer@watertown.k12.ma.us
Jae Smith Michaela Antonellis
Athletic Administrative Assistant Middle School Head Coach
jsmith@watertown.k12.ma.us michaela.antonellis@watertown.k12.ma.us
6th Grade Student of the Month
Abdal was recognized for modeling Ownership: "Abdal has been on FIRE!!! He has been a fantastic student to have in the classroom. He participates when asked and does a fabulous job following along with the class. With the additional academic demand, he has joined larger classes and has been highly successful this term. He is witty, funny, and a pleasure to have in class. He is an excellent conversation starter and wants everyone to have a great day. "
8th Grade Student of the Month
Gracie was recognized for modeling Achievement: "As the most outstanding dancer and knowledgeable of all TikTok dances, Gracie has made a name for herself at WMS. Gracie takes great pride in being an 8th Grader at WMS. She enjoys being the leader of her classes and a role model for her younger peers. Gracie's academic and communication skills have grown so much this school year. She is able to both complete all her work and make friends wherever she goes. "
POSTPONED - WMS Winter Dance
Dance due to the WHS basketball teams making the playoffs. The new dance date is now Friday March 22nd. During the dance, a school event, students are expected to dress and behave consistently with school protocol. Permission slips have been sent home.
Tickets cost 5 dollars; Tickets will be sold before and after school in the Main Lobby. Cash is acceptable.
Adult support will be available for any Connections / LSP student who needs additional assistance navigating those pesky social pragmatics. Also, let Erika, Shane, and Alex know if they plan to attend.