Martinson

We had a SPOOKTACULUR week celebrating all the fun of the season with our themed dress-up days! From cozy boots to favorite team shirts, from comfy pajamas to black and orange spirit wear, it was a blast every day. Thank you to everyone who joined in the fun and showed their school spirit!

Reminder: Don't forget to turn your clocks back this weekend! Enjoy the extra hour of sleep!

Tuesday, Nov 5 - No School for Students

Wednesday, Nov 6 - Conferences - 1:30-3:30PM

Thursday, Nov 7 -Conferences- 6:00-8:00PM

Friday, Nov 8 - Veteran's Day Presentation - Mrs. Jamali & Mrs. Miller @ 10 AM for families- no school siblings

Monday, Nov 11 - Veteran's Day - No School

Thursday, Nov 14- Picture Retake Day

The link will open November 1, 2024 after school.

Accessing PTCFAST.com:

* Click on http://ptcfast.com/schools/Martinson_Elementary_School

* A list of all teachers (by grade or subject) will be displayed.

* Click on the names of your child’s teachers with whom you wish to conference.

* Select a time and enter the required information (child’s/parent’s name, email, and a phone number where you can be reached)

* PTCFAST.com will send you an email confirmation.

Help us make a difference in November. The Second Grade will be collecting food items to donate to the Marshfield Food Pantry. Some suggested items are canned vegetables, spaghetti sauce, cake or cookie mixes, cereal, pasta, or progresso soups. Grade 2 will be collecting these donations starting Monday, November 4th through Friday, November 15th. Please send any of these items in with your child so that items can be collected each day. Second grade will sort, count, and box up the items to deliver to the food pantry the week before Thanksgiving. We appreciate any and all donations. Let’s make a difference and help out the Marshfield Food Pantry!

Please click here for the lunch menu and click here for the breakfast menu.

Lunch will be served at all elementary schools this year free of charge.

The lost and found table is overflowing. Please have your child check the table.

Health Screenings: Vision, Hearing, and BMI

Vision, hearing, and BMI (Body Mass Index) screenings have been completed for students. These screenings are an important part of our effort to ensure the health and well-being of all students. If any concerns were identified during the screenings, a referral letter will be sent home with your child. The letter will provide information about the specific concern and recommend that you follow up with your child’s healthcare provider for further evaluation.

Please know that these screenings are not a diagnosis, but they help us identify areas where further attention may be needed. If you have any questions about the screenings or the referral process, don’t hesitate to reach out to me. I’m happy to provide additional information or support as needed.

Reminder: Keep Students Home if They’re Feeling Unwell

One of the best ways to prevent illness from spreading is by ensuring that students who are feeling unwell stay home to recover. As a friendly reminder, please keep your child home from school if they are feeling unwell in any way. Even mild symptoms can impact their health and the wellbeing of other students and staff. If your child is unwell, please make sure they are symptom-free for at least 24 hours before returning to school. This simple step helps prevent the spread of illness and keeps our school community safe and healthy.

Healthy Habits for a Great Start:

• Handwashing: Encourage frequent handwashing with soap and water, especially before meals and after using the restroom.

• Healthy Snacks: Pack nutritious snacks that fuel your child’s body and mind, such as fruits, veggies, and whole grains.

• Sleep: Make sure your child is getting enough sleep each night. Elementary-aged children typically need 9-11 hours of sleep.

When to Keep Your Child Home:

If your child had any of the following symptoms today, please keep them home

• Fever over 100 degrees (must be fever free for 24 hours without the use of tylenol or motrin to return to school)

• Vomiting and/or diarrhea (if your child has had any vomiting or diarrhea within the past 24 hours, they should not return to school)

• Diagnosis of communicable disease such as strep throat or conjunctivitis (if diagnosed with a communicable disease and prescribed antibiotics, your child must not return to school until they have been on antibiotics for at least 24 hours)

A doctor’s note is required if a student is out five (5) or more consecutive days. If an absence is due to a communicable disease or a bone fracture, a doctor’s note is required the day the student returns to school and should include any recess/gym limitations.

Also, please send an extra set of clothing with your child to school. Accidents happen, and we may have limited clothing available at school. Having a spare outfit will help ensure your child stays comfortable throughout the day.

If you have any questions or concerns about your child's health, or if you're unsure whether they should attend school, please don't hesitate to contact me.

Jenny Goodwin

jgoodwin@mpsd.org

781-319-3985

Fax: 781-834-5003

Email: pdevlin@mpsd.org
Website: www.mpsd.org
Location: 257 Forest Street, Marshfield, MA, USA
Phone: 781-834-5025
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