MPS Elementary Updates: 10-24-25
Hello Elementary Families!
Happy October! It’s hard to believe we’re already well into fall. Our students have been busy adjusting to their routines, building friendships, and showing great enthusiasm for learning. As the leaves change color, we’re reminded that growth takes time, care, and teamwork—just like our school community!
October Highlights:
Elementary Open House Success: On Wednesday, October 8, our Elementary Open House was a wonderful success! Our students proudly took the lead, guiding their families through the building, exploring classrooms, and introducing their teachers. It was heartwarming to see their excitement and pride as they shared their school experiences.
Thank you to all the families who joined us for this special evening—your presence and support mean so much to our students and staff!
3rd Grade Field Trip – Boston Duck Tour Adventure: On Friday, October 10, our 3rd Grade students and staff had an unforgettable adventure on their field trip to the Boston Duck Tour! They climbed aboard a World War II–style amphibious landing craft that can travel both on land and water.
Students and staff even had a chance to take turns driving the vehicle—of course, with the guide’s help! The tour took them through the heart of Boston, cruising past historic landmarks that make the city known as both the birthplace of freedom and a city of firsts.
After their adventure, students walked to the nearby Gronk Playground to enjoy lunch and playtime. They had a blast exploring all the football-themed play structures!
It was an exciting, educational, and laughter-filled day that everyone will remember!
Lower Elementary Students Enjoy “Leonardo! A Wonderful Show about a Terrible Monster”: On Thursday, October 16, our Lower Elementary students had a fantastic time at the Wheelock Family Theatre, watching the interpreted performance of the play “Leonardo! A Wonderful Show about a Terrible Monster.” The students and staff loved the extremely visual nature of the show, which included puppets, songs and music, and very lively interpretation. It was a wonderful opportunity to experience live theatre and be inspired by creativity and imagination!
Upcoming Field Trips:
LE Field Trip to Discovery Museum: On Monday, November 17, Lower Elementary will be heading on an exciting field trip to the Discovery Museum — at no cost (free admission)!
The Museum will be closed to the public that day and open exclusively for Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and KODA visitors, creating a welcoming and inclusive experience for everyone.
Students will have the opportunity to explore, discover, and learn through hands-on exhibits designed to spark curiosity and creativity. It’s sure to be a fun and memorable day, and we’re all looking forward to it!
📌Reminders:
Safety Reasons: All visitors must first go to the White House office to get a visitor badge.
Late Drop Off and Early Pick Up: When you drop off your child at school later than 8:00 AM or pick up your child earlier before 2:30 PM, you must first go to the White House office. They will let our Elementary department know you are here.
Attendance Matters: Regular attendance is crucial for your child’s success. If your child is absent or has an appointment, please remember to contact both your child’s following teacher and elementarydept@tlcdeaf.org as soon as possible.
Keep Track of Your Child's Belongings: Labeling your child's clothing with their name is a helpful way to avoid items being misplaced or accidentally taken by others.
📅 Key Dates to Remember:
- MAP Testing: Monday, October 14 - Friday, October 31
- Photo Retakes: Monday, November 4
- Lower Elementary Field Trip - Discovery Museum: Monday, November 17
- Caregiver-Teacher Conferences: Wednesday, December 3
Thank you for your continued partnership and support. We wish you a wonderful and colorful October!
Photos from Elementary:
Important Dates:
October 27: Annual Vision Screening
November 4: Picture Retake Day
November 6: Parent Advisory Group Meeting, 6:30 PM. Zoom link: https://www.tlcdeaf.org/parent-advisory-group
November 7: 1st Quarter Ends
November 11: Veterans Day (No School)
November 17: Annual Vision Screening
November 19: Early Release (Prof. Dev.)
November 26: WS - Early Release
November 26: MPS - No School
November 27-28: Fall Break
December 3: Early Release (Teacher/Family Conferences)
December 17: Early Release (Prof. Dev.)
December 24 - January 1: No School (Winter Beak)
January 2: No School (Prof. Dev.)
'Unmasking Deaf Education' Film Screening - TONIGHT at TLC! 🎥
Join us for a free film screening of 'Unmasking Deaf Education' with film Director Carey Ballard. Doors open at 6:00 PM in the TLC Schwab Athletic Center. Suggested age for viewing: High school and older.
Announcements:
- ASL Classes for Families - Free for primary caregivers of TLC students. New Session begins in January! Click here to register and use discount code tlcwinter26! -- For support in spoken languages other than English, please email communityasl@tlcdeaf.org. Mass Hands and Voices Parent-to-Parent Support Group
- Click Here to purchase TLC gear
- Click Here to purchase MPWS Athletic gear
We are excited to share that we have launched two new calendars on our website. You can find the links on our tlcdeaf.org home page.
Our Athletics calendar will display MPWS games, home and away. This calendar will not include practices
Our Community Calendar is designed for the broader public to access, and will include local resources, events, and activities to create meaningful connections for families and students. We understand some parents are checking this calendar for specific MPS and WS school events. While we hope to post as often as we are able, we do ask that you continue to check emails, Department newsletters, Skyward, text messages, and communicate with your child's Following Teacher for school events, field trips, and other activities.