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Ditson Family Newsletter - August 23, 2024

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The Ditson Buzz๐Ÿ๐Ÿ๐ŸDitson Family Newsletter - August 23, 2024

November 2, 2026 November 2, 2026

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Important Reminders Important Reminders

Please be reminded to send a water bottle to school with your child. We no longer have available water bottles in the nurse's office or the main office. Water bottles can be refilled throughout the day at our filling stations.

๐Ÿ๐Ÿ๐ŸOctober 2026 Bee of the Month๐Ÿ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ

Kindergarten - Emmy Cona

Grade 1 - Owen Cali

Grade 2 - John Shea

Grade 3 - Mariam Rahim

Grade 4 - Marryn Carraher

Specials - Ahnay Ghimire (Physical Education)


๐Ÿ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ๐ŸOctober 2026 Shout Outs๐Ÿ๐Ÿ๐Ÿ

Kindergarten - Jaxson Haley, Fateh Singh, Kennedy Koles, Natalie Fortin

Grade 1 - Amanat Gadatia, Palmer Stanford, Finnuala Flynn

Grade 2 - Hailey Meaney, Matthew Martinez, Levi Melzard, Melissa Riberio

Grade 3 - Olivia Amato, Theo Clemente

Grade 4 - Luke Dwire, Gabriel Jean Louis, Michael Dโ€™Aloisio, Cole Dorfner

Specials - Ella Lam (Health), Natalie Admas (Music), Uthai Syvilay (Art)

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Billerica Food Pantry - Student Council Food Collection Billerica Food Pantry - Student Council Food Collection

Ditson Student Council will be sponsoring a Food Drive from 11/2 - 11/20 for the Billerica Food Pantry. Please feel free to send your donation into school with your child or drop it off at the school whenever you are able. Thank you!

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Ditson Spirit Wear Ditson Spirit Wear

New Ditson Logo, New Spirit Wearโ€”Just in Time for the Holidays!


Dear Ditson Families,


Our new spirit wear collection featuring the schoolโ€™s new logo is here! Find your favorite style and show your school pride all year long.


Link to the store: https://ditsonschool.itemorder.com/shop/home/


Holiday Promotion **Save on shipping!**:


  • Order by November 13 to pick up your items at the Dec. 5 Ditson Holiday Fair.
  • Order by November 24 to have your items sent home with students before winter break.


Wishing you a spirited holiday season!


Questions? Email ditsonschoolassociation@gmail.com.

DSA Happenings DSA Happenings

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Ditson School Association


Help plan an event or join a committee! Even a small amount of time helps us plan a great year for our students! Fill out our Volunteer Interest Form


Our next DSA meeting is Monday, November 9th, 7pm in the LGI room. Everyone is welcome to join us! Childcare is available in the cafe during the meeting.


Coming up!

Treats for Troops

Donโ€™t get stuck with piles of leftover Halloween candy this yearโ€”put those treats to good use instead!
Weโ€™re collecting candy for Treats for Troops, a program that sends sweet surprises to our military service members. Students can bring in their extra candy from Monday, November 2 through Thursday, November 5.
Collection bins will be set up in the hallway for each grade, so students can easily drop off their donations.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Danielle Newman at dannyanewman@yahoo.com.


Ditson Holiday Tree - Billerica Holiday Festival

Each year, the DSA donates a beautifully decorated tree to the Billerica Holiday Festival, and this yearโ€™s theme is Cozy Up With a Good Book!
How to Help:
(1) Donate online: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/support-the-ditson-tree-billerica-holiday-festival--2026
(2) Send in new items like ornaments, kids books, cozy blankets, reading themed gifts, hot cocoa and mugs, or gift cards. Bins will be in each grade hallway.

Drop-off: Oct 28โ€“Nov 13
(3) Shop our Amazon Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1M83KRUPUPDKR?ref_=wl_share
See the finished tree at the Home for the Holidays Display at the Billerica Library (Nov 22โ€“Dec 14).


Join Ditson families for two fun outings at the Tsongas Center at UMass Lowell!


Harlem Globetrotters โ€” Rivalry Tour
Wednesday, December 30, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.
Order by December 23. Discounted tickets are limited and may sell out before the deadline.

Purchase tickets: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Ditsonelementaryglobies1230

UMass Lowell River Hawks vs. Boston University
Friday, January 15, 2027, at 7:14 p.m.
Tickets are $15, plus ticket fees. Order by January 10 before prices increase.
Purchase tickets: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Ditsonelementary0115

A portion of ticket sales will benefit the DSA! Enjoy some family fun while supporting our school!

Sensory-friendly kits, including noise-canceling headphones, are available at the Tsongas Center upon request.

What's Happening in Specials - November What's Happening in Specials - November

Art - Ms. O'Rourke
Physical Education
Music - Ms. McGillicuddy
LiTe - Mrs. Mari
Health - Mr. Pierce

Important Links Important Links

November Lunch Menu
Download the Ditson School Info App - Apple Store
Download the Ditson School Info App - Google Play
2026 - 2027 BPS Academic School Calendar

Upcoming Events Upcoming Events

Tuesday, November 3rd - Professional Development Day - No School

Wednesday, November 11th - Veterans Day - No School

Wednesday, November 25th - Thanksgiving Break begins - 1/2 day

Monday, November 30th - School Reopens

Wednesday, December 2nd - Early Release

Saturday, December 5th - DSA Sponsored Holiday Fair

Contact Information Contact Information

Ditson Elementary School


Victoria Hatem, Principal - Email: vhatem@billericak12.com

Caitlin Barry, Assistant Principal - Email: cbarry@billericak12.com

Courtney Finn, School Nurse - Email: cfinn@billericak12.com

  • 978-528-8520

Mrs. Maguire, Secretary - Email: dmaguire@billericak12.com

  • 978-528-8510

Website: https://www.billericak12.com/schools/ditson-elementary

Location: 39 Cook Street, Billerica, MA, USA
Phone: 978-528-8510
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DitsonDSA/

Twitter: @weareDitson

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