The Weekly Update #4
July 31st, 2025
Happy Easter to all who celebrate! π°
Happy Easter! I hope you are enjoying a wonderful day with your family.
This week marks the start of our MCAS testing for students in grades 3 and 4. We appreciate your partnership in helping make this a positive and empowering experience for your child.
Grade 3 students will test on Monday and Tuesday, and Grade 4 students will test on Wednesday and Thursday. If your child is absent on a testing day, we will arrange a time for them to make it up.
To help students feel prepared and confident, please:
- Arrive at school on time
- Get a good nightβs sleep
- Bring a water bottle
- Pack a healthy snack (no candy, please)
We will provide mints, and students will also receive a small gift from the PTO.
Most importantly, please remind your child that all we ask is that they try their best. All of our Koalas have worked incredibly hard, and this is their opportunity to show what they know, while also remembering this is just one data point in your childβs overall journey.
Let's have a great week!
Lindsey Fulton, Principal
RMLD Art Contest Winner
TRRFCC Ticket Winners! π¨
Key Dates
This Week:
Monday, April 6th- Grade 3 ELA MCAS
Tuesday, April 7th- Grade 3 ELA MCAS
Wednesday, April 8th- Grade 4 ELA MCAS
Thursday, April 9th- Grade 4 ELA MCAS
Next Week:
Monday, April 13th- Grade 5 ELA MCAS
Tuesday, April 14th- Grade 5 ELA MCAS
Tuesday, April 14th- PTO Meeting
Wednesday, April 15th- ELA MCAS Makeups
Friday, April 17th- All School Assembly- grade level colors
Monday, April 20th- Friday, April 24th- April Break
Week One of Girls On the Run!ππ»ββοΈ
Lunch Menu πͺ
- Calaresoβs spring fundraiser launches this week! Stock up on any needs for spring cleaning and gardening. Percentage of proceeds help support Killam PTO
Local Events/Opportunities
Arts Fest 2026 is right around the corner! Exhibits and performances are from 5:00 - 8:00 pm at the Reading Memorial High School Performing Arts Center. Come experience visual artwork and media, as well as music, dance, and dramatic performances by PK-12 students in the Reading Public Schools. Can't wait to see you there!
π Family Council Meeting β Save the Date
Multilingual Learner (MLL) Program
We invite families to join our upcoming Family Council Meeting:
π Date: April 9
β° Time: 6:00 PM β 8:30 PM
π Location: Reading Public Library
β¨ Theme: Summer Camps & Activities
We are excited to welcome Rebekah Torreson from the YMCA, who will present information about Camp Wakanda and other summer opportunities for children.
π¬ During the meeting, families will learn about:
- Summer camp options
- Activities for children
- Registration information
- Q&A session
π¨βπ©βπ§βπ¦ Families are encouraged to bring their children β babysitter is offered
Thank you for your continued partnership and support in engaging our families.
Please let me know if you need a flyer or translated versions to include as well.
Warm regards,
Taiana Pereira
Family Engagement Liaison
The Reading Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) improves the outcomes and wellbeing for ALL students. SEPAC fosters relationships, helps identify unmet needs, and provides valuable input on the development of programs, services, and policies. Our council is open to all parents and caregivers and is not limited to just families who have children with special needs. We offer various opportunities to connect with other families and provide learning experiences for all.
To learn more about Reading SEPAC (Special Education Parent Advisory Council), please visit our website: Reading SEPAC Website
Should you wish to receive our monthly newsletter, please send an email to SEPACReading@gmail.com
β SAVE THE DATE: BOWLING MEET-UP
May 15 (Fri) 2-4pm for Middle & High School Families @ Kings Bowling, 510 Market St, Lynnfield
May 22 or 29 TBD (Fri) 2-4pm Pre-school & Elementary Families @ Kings Bowling, 510 Market St, Lynnfield
Save the date for our next meetup at Kings Bowling. $20/pp includes shoe rental and 2-hours of bowling. Pay for your own food & drinks. Registration form is forthcoming in April.
Please note, this is a family meetup (not a drop-off event). A parent or adult guardian must remain with their child(ren) for supervision. Thank you.
β SEPAC ANNUAL SURVEY
Forthcoming by email and next SEPAC Newsletter
In April be on the lookout for our annual SEPAC survey sent by email and within our next SEPAC newsletter.