The bulletin board and the main lobby has snowflakes that share students' New Years resolutions. This was an activity students completed in Knight Time before the break.

• January 20 - No School (Martin Luther King Jr. Day)
• January 22 - OMS Winter Band Concert (Grade 6)
• January 27 - SHS Showcase for Grade 8 Students
• January 31 - Halfway through Trimester 2 / T2 Progress Report
• February 10 - 14 - Heart Health Wellness Week
• February 17 - 21 - February Break, No School

Some of our students (approximately 70) have been working hard this week taking the ACCESS Test which tests students' English proficiency in the areas of reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Identified students in Massachusetts are required to participate in ACCESS testing which is similar to MCAS testing but tests students' English proficiency.

Before testing began on Tuesday, the English Language Education department along with Principal Crowley, Dr. Quealy (ELE Director K-12), Ms. Fernandes (ELE Coordinator) held a rally on Monday in the Learning Commons to encourage our students to try their best on their ACCESS assessment. Students learned about the testing schedule along with testing strategies. Teachers and administrators encouraged them to "ROCK THE TEST!" Students signed a test pledge to try their best, completed some fun activities, and took pictures at the photo booth. Some of our general education teachers joined the rally to support students and encourage them before testing.

Thank you to our ELE department (Ms. Nutting, Ms. Silva, Ms. Zhurnevich, Ms. Nagime, Ms. Pratt, Ms. Gomes) for supporting our students and proctoring testing this week! Special thank you to Ms. Silva for organizing and planning the ACCESS rally!

As part of our school's PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions & Supports) program, five students on each team are recognized as Students of the Month for demonstrating traits of readiness, responsibility, and respect. Each winner receives a certificate and a golden ticket (worth 5 tickets) which they can redeem for a prize on Ticket Tuesdays.

Congratulations to all of our December Students of the Month!

Our Winter Band Concert for Grades 7 & 8 was this past Wednesday. Thank you to everyone who came to support our students. Take a look at some of the pictures from the concert. Bravo to our chorus students!

Our Grade 6 Winter Band Concerts is next week! Take a look below for the date and time.

Please join the SHS Administration, Department Heads and SHS student leaders on Monday, January 27, 2025 @ 6:30 pm in the Stoughton High School Auditorium for the 8th Grade SHS Showcase!

This program is an introduction to all our 8th grade students and families of all SHS has to offer our students. You will hear all about SHS classes, requirements, opportunities, activities, clubs, sports, music, drama and much much more! In addition, you will receive important information about the course selection process which will begin for our incoming 9th grade students in February.

Stoughton's MLK Celebration Events

Join Us for Stoughton’s Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 2025 Event

Theme: “Pursuing Your Purpose” What Is it Like To Be Black In America?

Let’s come together as a community to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin

Luther King Jr. and reflect on how we can each live with intention, drive,

and impact.

Date: Monday January 20th

Location: Stoughton Public Library 84 Park Street Stoughton, MA

Time: 10AM-2PM

Dr. King’s vision of equality and purpose inspires us all to reflect on why

we do what we do and how we can uplift those around us. This year’s

event will feature:

• Inspiring Speakers
• Community Connections
• Empowering discussions to help you pursue your purpose
• Genealogy and Wealth Management breakout sessions
• Youth and Teens activities

Let’s celebrate, learn, and inspire each other to make a difference—big or

small—in our lives and communities. Be the change. Pursue your purpose. Join us.

Acknowledgements:

Stoughton Cultural Council and Mass Cultural Council

Acknowledgement:

This program is funded in part by a grant from the Stoughton Cultural Council,

a local agency which is supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state

agency.”

Stoughton Public Library:

Gaming and vision board activities are funded by Stoughton Public Library .

Corporate Sponsor: VFC Healthcare

Care Solace Support Services

If you’d like professional support, Care Solace is available to help connect you or your loved ones to mental health services. This is a complimentary, confidential service provided by Stoughton Public Schools.

Access Support:

• Call: 888-515-0595 (Multilingual support 24/7/365)
• Visit: www.caresolace.com/stoughtonschools Search for a provider or click “Book Appointment” for assistance via video chat, phone, or email.

Parent Workshops for Parents of Teens and Tweens

Stoughton Public Library Programs

Here is some important information about our school. Please visit the OMS website for more information, including the most up-to-date school calendar.

Website: oms.stoughtonschools.org
Location: 211 Cushing Street, Stoughton, MA, USA
Phone: 781-344-7002
Facebook: facebook.com/stoughtonpublicschools

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