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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

March 23, 2026 March 23, 2026

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A Note From the Principal A Note From the Principal

Welcome to Spring!! The weather has certainly not indicated that it is Spring, however, believe it or not, the season started last Friday. Hopefully we will begin to see an improvement in the weather soon. Going forward, we will be heading outside for recess on all days that the weather cooperates.


On another note, please be reminded that if your child(ren) is bus eligible, they should be riding a bus. Morning drop-off carline is very long and cars pulling in after 8:35 are considered late. Additionally, if you are driving your child, please ensure that they remain seated and is properly buckled while your car is in motion and that you are adhering to the posted speed limit while on school property.

Report Card Date Change Report Card Date Change

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Due to the number of snow days during this marking period, the date to publish report cards has been moved from March 20th to March 27th.

Spring Conferences Spring Conferences

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Spring Conferences will be held on March 25th from 1:00 - 3:00 and 6:00 - 8:00PM. You should have received a sign-up sheet to sign up for a conference, however, if you did not, please reach out directly to your child's teacher.

Student Council Spring Bake Sale, Candy Gram Sale and Flower Gram Sale Student Council Spring Bake Sale, Candy Gram Sale and Flower Gram Sale

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Student Council Spring Bake Sale!

Join us during afternoon and evening conferences for some delicious treats. All proceeds will benefit the Ditson Student Council. Students will also be selling Candy Grams and Flower Grams, which can be purchased for your child and delivered to their classroom on 4/2. Sweet treats for a sweet cause, thank you for your support!

Mobile Dentist Coming to the Ditson - April 27th Mobile Dentist Coming to the Ditson - April 27th

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We are happy to announce that the Ditson has partnered with "Smile Programs... the mobile dentists" again to offer dental care to students in school. In most cases there will be no cost to families if the child is insured with Medicaid/CHIP. Private insurance and affordable self-pay options are also available. Permission slips will be going home but you can learn more and sign your child up online at www.MySchoolDentist.com.

District Wide Art Show - March 24th - April 6th District Wide Art Show - March 24th - April 6th

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Scholastic Book Fair Scholastic Book Fair

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Our DSA sponsored Scholastic Book Fair will happen from March 23rd - March 27th. Your child will visit the book fair during their LITE special and will be accompanied by Mrs. Mari, our LITE teacher.

Student Council vs Teachers Volleyball Game - Rescheduled to April 16th Student Council vs Teachers Volleyball Game - Rescheduled to April 16th

The annual Student Council vs Staff Volleyball game is sure to be a big hit once again. Get your tickets early to secure a seat at this exiciting event! The link for tickets is at the bottom of the flyer.

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DSA Corner DSA Corner

DSA Corner

Visit us at DitsonDSA.org for our full calendar and how to get involved!


The Scholastic Book Fair is next week!

Date/Time/Location: 3/23โ€“3/27 during your child's library time
Special hours during Family Conferences โ€“ Wednesday 3/25:
12:45โ€“3:30 PM and 5:45โ€“8:00 PM

Send your child with small bills or look into our eWallet option! Tax will be charged and is not included in the listed price of the books.

Check out our quick tour of the fair on Facebook!
HELP NEEDED! Sign up on our SignupGenius (a valid CORI is required)


Sign up for the Talent Show
Join us for Ditsonโ€™s student talent show on Friday, April 10 at 6:00 PM at Ditson Elementary! Students can perform music, dance, magic, sports demos, comedy, and more (1 act per student, 2.5 minutes max; acts/music require committee approval). Registration is due Friday, April 3, and rehearsal is Thursday, April 9 at 6:00 PM. Register here: Link
Admission is free; concessions available (cash only). Questions: talentshowditson@gmail.com.

What's Happening in Specials - March What's Happening in Specials - March

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

Important Links Important Links

March 2026 Lunch Menu
Download the Ditson School Info App - Apple Store
Download the Ditson School Info App - Google Play
2025 - 2026 BPS Academic School Calendar

Upcoming Events Upcoming Events

Monday, March 23rd - Friday, March 27th - Scholastic Book Fair

Friday, March 23rd - Report Cards Publishd

Monday, March 30th - Grade 4 - ELA MCAS - Session 1

Tuesday, March 31st - Celebration of Us event

Wednesday, April 1st - Grade 4 - ELA MCAS - Session 2

Friday, April 3rd - Holiday - No School

Tuesday, April 7th - Grade 3 - ELA MCAS - Session 1

Thursday, April 9th - Grade 3 - ELA MCAS - Session 2

Thursday, April 9th - Talent Show Rehearsal

Friday, April 10th - Talent Show

April 20th - April 24th - April Vacation

Monday, April 27th - School Reopens

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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