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This week, our kindergarteners participated in an Enrichment Program featuring a special presentation by Wingmasters. The presentation introduced students to some of Massachusetts' most common owls, like the barred owl, known for its loud, unique call, and the great horned owl, whose larger females protect their young while smaller males swoop quickly for prey. Other incredible facts that students learned about owls included how screech owls use camouflage to blend in with their surroundings and how their "ears" are hidden under feathers on the sides of their heads. They also discovered that owls can’t turn their heads all the way around—just halfway in each direction. It was a hoot of a lesson that sparked curiosity and wonder about these fine feathered friends.

Tuesday, Nov 19 - PTO meeting in MES Cafeteria @ 7:00PM

Friday, Nov 22 - School Store

Tuesday, Nov 26 - Grade 2- This Pretty Planet @ 9:15 (siblings and parents are welcome to attend)

Wednesday, Nov 27- Early Release at 12:05 (no breakfast or lunch will be served)

Thursday, Nov 28- Friday Nov 29 - No School for Thanksgiving Break

Monday, Dec 9- Friday Dec 13- Scholastic Book Fair

Thursday, Dec 12- Field Trip Gr 1 to the Wheelock Theater

Monday, Dec 16 - Holiday Concert @ 9:30 AM for families. Students will attend with their class at the other shows during the day.

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.

Cold and Flu Season

• Handwashing: Encourage frequent handwashing with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after coughing, sneezing, or touching surfaces

• Cover cough and sneezes: Cover mouth and nose with a tissue or elbow (not hands) when coughing or sneezing. Dispose of tissues properly and wash hands immediately.

• Stay home when sick: Keep children home if they have a fever, severe cough, or any flu-like symptoms. Encourage a minimum of 24 hours fever-free (without medication) before returning to school.

• Boost immunity with healthy habits: Ensure children are getting plenty of sleep, eating a balanced diet, and staying physically active.

• Avoid touching the face: Remind children not to touch their eyes, nose, or mouth, as germs can enter the body this way and cause illness.

• Stay hydrated: Drinking plenty of water helps keep mucous membranes moist, which can help protect against germs.

• Avoid sharing personal items: Remind children not to share water bottles, food, or utensils to avoid spreading germs.

Thanksgiving Safety and Healthy Eating

• Incorporate fruits and vegetables: Make half the plate fruits and vegetables. Roasted vegetables, salads, and fruit-based desserts are delicious and nutritious.

• Limit sugary drinks: Choose water or lightly sweetened beverages over sugary drinks like soda.

• Food allergy awareness: Communicate allergies and label dishes.

• Food safety tips: Keep raw turkey separate from other foods during preparation to avoid cross-contamination.

• Refrigerate left-overs: Leftovers should be refrigerated within two hours to prevent bacterial growth. Use leftovers within 3–4 days.

Layering for the Changing Weather

• Since temperatures can fluctuate throughout the day, it’s important to dress children in layers that can easily be removed if they get too warm.

• Make sure clothing fits comfortably: Layers should fit comfortably and not restrict movement.

• Extra set of clothes: Packing an extra set of clothes or layers in backpacks.

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.

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

This week in the library we read "The Very Last Leaf" written by Stef Wade. In this story, Lance the leaf learns to push past his fear of falling to pass his final exam. This humorous, encouraging story helped enrich our discussion of pushing past our fears and trying challenging things. If you'd like to donate to our library you can
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