Birch Meadow Update

Hello Birch Meadow Families, Guardians and Caregivers,

What a wonderful start to the school year! Our first two days were filled with so much energy, excitement, and connection as students and staff settled into a new year together. It has been wonderful to see students back in our hallways, classrooms, and playgrounds - and to see so many smiling faces!

A special welcome to our kindergarten students and families! We loved seeing our newest Birchie Bears at orientation last week, and we can’t wait to welcome them for their first full day of school on Tuesday. We know this is a big milestone for our kindergarteners and their families, and we are so excited to begin this journey together!

A big thank you to all our families for helping us get off to such a smooth start. Getting students to school on time, following our arrival and dismissal routines, and partnering with us around our school expectations makes a big difference. We know those first few days can take some extra planning and patience, and we truly appreciate all you are doing to help your children start the year feeling ready, confident, and connected.

We are off to a great start, and we’re excited for all that’s ahead! 🐾 See you on Tuesday!

Warmly,

Lisa Azzarito

September 8th - First full day of Kindergarten

September 9th - Patriots Spirit Day (A tough day for this Bills fan… 😂)

September 16th - Back to School Night

• 5:15-5:30 Admin Welcome in the Cafeteria
  
• 5:30-6:30 Grades K-5 in Classrooms (more specific information about the format for this year will be shared out separately)
  

September 28th - School Picture Day

Report absences/tardies to BMeabsences@reading.k12.ma.us OR call (781) 944-2335. Please give your child's name, teacher, reason for absence and expected date/time of return.

If your student arrives late you should walk them to the front door and ring the buzzer, then proceed to the front office to check them in.

Our students have lots of places to keep their belongings - cubbies and hooks for backpacks and coats, and designated spots for lunch and recess items. We’re also working with students to take ownership of their belongings and learn to keep track of the things they bring to school.

Of course, we know that things can still get misplaced! Please help us by labeling your child’s clothing, lunchbox, water bottle, backpack, and other belongings with their first and last name. A simple label can make a big difference in helping us get lost items back where they belong!

One of the best ways to encourage a love of reading is to give kids lots of books to choose from! If your child doesn’t already have a library card, we encourage families to visit the Reading Public Library and get one. A library card opens the door to so many wonderful books, audiobooks, and resources all at no cost.

Here’s my niece, who is heading into kindergarten, getting her very first library card this weekend!

We hope you’ll make a trip to the library part of your family routine and let your child choose something that sparks their interest. Happy reading, Birch Meadow!

Join Reading METCO for our Salsa Night Thursday 10/15/26. This event is open to all Reading/Boston resident families and RPS staff. Sign up HERE

Hispanic Heritage Month Salsa Night
Date: Thursday, October 15 | 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Location: Coolidge Middle School Cafeteria

Celebrate Hispanic culture with us!
4:30 PM – 5:30 PM: Enjoy Spanish-inspired food and mingle with students, parents, and faculty.
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM: Beginner-friendly Salsa dance class—no experience needed!

SEPAC works for the understanding of, respect for, and support of, all children with special needs in the community (including ALL children on IEPs or 504 plans and children who may require specialized support). Reading SEPAC IS OPEN TO ALL parents/caregivers, not only families who have a child with special needs as we offer various opportunities to connect with other families and provide learning experiences. To learn more about Reading SEPAC, please visit our website: Reading SEPAC Website'

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