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Respect and Empathy

This month, we are focusing on the habits of character for respect and empathy. Each Friday, we will wear red! As we continue through the month of November, please talk with your child about these two very important characters.

Talking points for respect include:

Being kind and polite
Listening to others
Think before you speak
Respecting personal space and belongings
Admitting when you are wrong
Avoiding gossip
Speak up if others around you are being unkind.

Talking points for empathy include:

Refraining from making negative statemenets or judgments about others.
Recognize the emotions of another.
Seeing the world from others points of view.
Communicating that you understand their feelings.

We are committed to working with you!

If you would like to talk to your child's teacher, counselor, the principal, please either call or email the person to set up a time. We value your time and want you to have our full attention.

Please understand that there are many things that we do during the school day and may not be able to meet with you without an appointment. Thank you for your understanding and continued support.

Drop Off Safety Reminder!

We are seeing an increase in students being dropped off before school. Please make sure students remain in your car or you are with them until school staff is outside ready to welcome students.

Thank you for your patience!

Volunteer Procedures

All volunteers must be screened prior to helping in the classroom, chaperoning field trips, or other activities. In order to be approved, you must have your license scanned in the office first and then turn in a volunteer form. Approval can take a few weeks so please turn in your volunteer form in early! Once approved, you are approved for 3 years.

More information can be found at: MCAS Volunteers Information

Aren't sure if you have already been approved? Please reach out to Mrs. Bevitori in the office!

Important Dates

Monday, Nov. 3

3-4:30 Girls Basketball Practice

Tuesday, Nov. 4

12:00 Early Dismissal

NO Boys and Girls Club

Thursday, Nov. 6

3-4:30 Girls Basketball Practice

Friday, Nov. 7

Wear Red for Respect and Empathy

Safety Reminders

We are committed to ensuring our students are safe at school. With this in mind, please remember the following:

Please enter and exit through the front door only.
Please push the button at give your name and purpose of visit when asked.
Once entering the building, please go immediately to the office.

Absences & Dismissal Plans

If your child is going to be absent, please call the office by 9:00 AM. If you do not reach someone, please leave a message.

Please remember to call by 1:30 if you have a change in dismissal plans - i.e. riding the bus instead of being picked up. After 1:30, we cannot guarantee that the student and teacher will be able to get the information.

Elementary Breakfast and Lunch Menu - Fall 2025