Wessagusset Elementary School

Despite our brilliant traps, I am sad to report that (once again) we didn’t catch any leprechauns on Friday. They did leave many mischievous messes behind, though - Mrs. Doherty and I worked late into the night on Friday trying to clean up from all of their shenanigans….maybe next year will be the year!

The upcoming week will be an unofficial “Safety Week” here at Wessagusset. We will be taking some time to review the safety routines and expected behaviors during a fire drill, shelter in place, and lockdown. It is important to be empowered and well-prepared, and we will support our students through these practices in thoughtful, developmentally appropriate ways. Next week I will update you on the routines we practiced, and I have also included helpful explanations in the attached document: Wessagusset School Safety Routines. Here are many important updates for the weeks ahead!

• Spring Picture Day will take place on March 28th. Ordering information was sent home this week, but you can also order online by going to mylifetouch.com and entering our “Picture Day ID”: EVT2JM7DJ

• It is Yearbook season! Yearbooks are for students at all grade levels, and are a great way to remember the memories made this year. When you order school pictures, you can add a yearbook to your cart! There is also a link to upload photos of special events. This year you can upload photos directly to the Lifetouch site to make it easy + fast! Click on this link: https://community.lifetouch.com/invite?code=WESS-YEARBOOK-PHOTOS--23 and enter the code: WESS-YEARBOOK-PHOTOS--23. More information can be found here: 22-23 Yearbook Info

• Morning Routine Request! We’ve noticed many of our students are bringing in outside treats from Starbucks and Dunkin Donuts in the morning, like hot cocoa and iced coffee. As much as we love a yummy morning treat, we ask that these be finished in the car or outside of school before coming in. These types of drinks can be a distraction and get messy in our work areas and classrooms. Thank you for your help with this request!

• In-person conferences will take place on the evening of Tuesday, April 4th from 5-8 pm, and virtual conferences will take place during the afternoon of Wednesday, April 5th from 12:25-3:25 pm. During your conference, teachers will have helpful information to share with you, and you are welcome to ask any questions you have regarding your child’s progress. A strong partnership between home and school is very important, and we are dedicated to supporting your child’s growth. Homeroom teachers will be sending out sign-up information tomorrow, March 20th.

• All are welcome to attend the March SEPAC meeting, an informative discussion on “The ABC’s of Discipline”: March Meeting Information

• Save the dates for MCAS!

• April 4th and 6th - ELA, Grades 3-5

• May 10th and 11th - Math, Grade 5

• May 16th and 18th - Math, Grades 3 and 4, Science, Grade 5

All are welcome to enjoy Wonderful Wess this Friday evening from 5:30-7:45. We hope you will come and admire all of the hobbies and talent that will be on display!

Here's to a great week ahead!

Sincerely,

Lindsey Frat

Nicole Doherty

COME ONE, COME ALL... to support all our amazing Wessagusset Wildcat talents!

When: Friday March 24th,

Hobby Showcase 5:30-6:30. Enter through the main entrance and visit in the hall from the library to the cafeteria.

Talent Show 6:30-7:30 in the "cafetorium"

We hope to see you all there and that you learn from your peers about their hobbies and offer cheers of support for those on stage!

Thank you to Kaitlin Stratford and Stephanie Harding for their offer to stock the teacher’s lounge in April.

Thank you to Kristin Travers and Mo Fox for all their talents and support with teacher appreciation

Thank you to Randy Fox and his gang of volunteers who are making Boks a fun way to get exercise in the morning before school. Please send your child in with extra water

Please make sure your CORI is up to date so you don’t miss out on the many upcoming volunteer opportunities

We are looking forward to:

Wonderful Wessagusset hobby & talent show on Friday 3/24/23. Thank you to Caitlin McInnes and Amy Carr for organizing this event

4th & 5th grade dance on Friday 4/28/23. Thank you to Meg Melanson for taking the lead and forming her team to organize this event

K-2 Spring Concert will be held on Wednesday, May 24th at 10:00 am.

March Lunch Menu

School Year Calendar

Important Dates 22-23

Arrival and Dismissal Procedures

• 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
• SEPAC - Click here for meeting schedule
• Town Wide Parent Council - Meets the Second Tuesday of Each Month

• 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