Daniel Webster Elementary School

The DWS Role Model of the Month is a new award that we give to one student at each grade level during our monthly assembly. Teachers and staff select a student who sets an example for their peers and as someone who is dedicated, welcoming, and safe, our DWS Values.

This month we recognized:

Kindergarten - Austin M

Grade 1 - Layla S

Grade 2 - AJ M

Grade 3 - Natalia M

Grade 4 - Aliyah A

Grade 5 - Connor G

December 1 - Trimester 1 Ends

December 1 - DWS Dentist Program (Dental Hygienist)

December 4 - Family Math Night, 6-7:30pm, MES

December 5 - DEI Meeting @ 6:30

December 5 - PTO Meeting @ 7:00

December 8 - Report Cards Issued

December 12 - DWS Book Fair Begins

December 12 - Picture Retake Day

December 12 - School Site Council Meeting @ 4:00

December 15 - Winter Concert - Students @ 9:00 Families @ 10:00

December 15 - DWS Book Fair Ends

December 15 - PTO Cookie/Cake Fundraiser pick-up, 5-7pm

December 22 - Half Day - Early Dismissal @ 12:10

December 25 - No School - Winter Recess

December 26 - No School - Winter Recess

December 27 - No School - Winter Recess

December 28 - No School - Winter Recess

December 29 - No School - Winter Recess

Check out our new DWS Family Calendar! It's a live document and we will be updating it as the year progresses.

DWS Family Calendar

Beginning on the night of December 6 and for the 12 school days following, Mrs. MacNeil will send home a link to an online read aloud story chosen by teachers and staff. We are hoping families can view the story together. The following day, a trivia question will be asked during the morning announcements about the book and prizes will be awarded to the first classroom that answers the question correctly! We hope you'll join us in this fun holiday literacy activity!

Today, we had the second DWS Connections meeting. DWS Connections is a new program that we started last month where students get paired up with a teacher from a different class and they meet once a month to build connections through structured activities with one or two students from each grade.

Our first grade students have been taking off each morning to visit countries around the world to learn about different holiday celebrations! Students love taking off on the airplane and carrying their suitcases to each new place!

On Friday, DWS partnered with Protecting All Smiles and with parent permission, students received flouride treatments and dental hygiene screenings! Protecting All Smiles is a team of public health dental hygienists that visit schools to provide services for children. Thank you to Colleen Gadles, Marshfield Director of School Health Services, for organizing this beneficial program for our students and families at DWS!

DWS staff members can award any student with a DWS ALL STAR when they see students being Dedicated, Welcoming, or Safe. All of the DWS ALL STAR awards are put on display in the front lobby. The following students were featured in the morning announcements last week for being DWS ALL-STARS!

Grade K: Andi in Mrs. Prendergast’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because she tried her best with Heggerty.

Grade K: Emerson in Ms. Hastry’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because she focused on iReady.

Grade 1: Cillian in Mrs. MacDonald’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because he showed dedication when he fully participated during word work.

Grade 1: Layla in Mrs. Bertulli’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because she was prepared for morning work.

Grade 2: Cora in Mrs. Auriemma’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because she used her new syllable rules during writing time.

Grade 2: Izzy in Ms. Mulligan’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because she pushed in the chairs.

Grade 3: Ronan in Mrs. Hanson’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because he was a lunchroom ALL STAR!

Grade 3: Aine in Mrs. Hines’ class is a DWS ALL STAR because she persevered on a difficult math problem.

Grade 4: Chase in Mrs. Farrell’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because he made great connections to synonyms during word work.

Grade 4: Abigail in Mrs. Farrell’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because she shared her amazing writing with the teacher!

Grade 5: Brix in Ms. LaForest’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because he was a DWS Kid during the assembly.

Grade 5: Joey in Ms. LaForest’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because he was on task and working hard.

Congratulations!

Next PTO Meeting: Tuesday, 12/5/23 in the DWS library at 7:00 p.m.

Welcome Dawn Marmaud as our new Co-treasurer!

Cookie Fundraiser- Today, 12/1 is the last day for the cookie fundraiser. Thank you to all who have participated! As a reminder, scheduled pickup for orders is Friday, 12/15 from 5-7pm. We will also have the Book Fair open during cookie pickup time to shop!

Please contact us if you are unable to pick up at that time*

yourdwspto@gmail.com or reach Colleen at 617-694-1070

DWS Scholastic Book Fair will take place in the Library from Tuesday December 12th- Friday December 15th during your child’s regularly scheduled library time. Please see the available time slots for classes as well as setup and breakdown help needed for the event. Volunteers must have a current CORI on file with DWS.

Please join the DWS PTO on PTBoard, today! PTBoard is an online platform that we will be using to communicate school information, events and volunteer opportunities to families. As we move away from sending home paper flyers, this will be the only way to stay up-to-date on school events and place orders for school spiritwear, etc. Accounts are free to set up and in no way commit you to volunteering for the PTO. Please reach out with questions at yourdwspto@gmail.com.

Download the App “PTBoard Mobile” in the App Store today!

Contact:

Please email yourdwspto@gmail.com with any general questions and for more information. Would you like to volunteer? Please reach out to: dwsvolunteers@gmail.com

Clothing questions can be sent to: dwsptoclothing@gmail.com

Thank you for all of your support!

The DWS PTO

Please contact us at DWS if you are finding your family may need support this holiday season. We have available resources and donations that can support your family. We understand this is a sensitive matter and all communication and support will be held in confidence with our team. Please reach out to mfish@mpsd.org if you are in need of support.

Participation is easy!

1. Register your school. https://antons.com/cfk/get-involved/coat-drive/

2. Select your drive date(s) and location. A drive can last a day, a week, a month, or the entirety of our coat drive (October 2, 2023 - January 7, 2024). Pick a length of time within the official Coats for Kids & Families collection dates that work for you and your community.

3. Spread the word! Tell your community about your coat with Coats for Kids! Check out our promotional materials and edit your own flyer!

4. Collect warm winter coats for children and adults.

5. For schools participating in School Rewards: Drop off the collected coats at any Anton's Cleaners. Anton's will clean the coats, free of charge, and ensure they get to those who need them the most! You can drop off coats as often as you'd like throughout the program's collection dates (October 2, 2023 - January 7, 2024)

For those new to Daniel Webster, the Marshfield Public School District uses ASPEN, a secure, web-based student information system that provides a variety of tools for students, parents, and staff.

We ask that you take the time to update your contact information and signoffs. Directions are located below.

If you need technical assistance or to gain log-in information for ASPEN, please contact aspen@mpsd.org.

All student meals will continue to be free for the 2023-2024 school year. One breakfast and one lunch are FREE for all students.

A la carte items cost extra. Please note: a la carte items can not be charged to a student's account.

2nd Lunch - $2.75

Milk - .75 cents (milk comes with lunch) on its own, it's an a la carte item and cost

Water - .50 cents

Ice Cream - $1.25

WAYS TO PAY

Preferred method of payment:

Online: www.myschoolbucks.com

After you log in or register (if new) then you can use your child’s Birthday for the ID Number to add your child’s account.

Check payable to:

Town of Marshfield (child’s First/Last name in Memo)

Cash: please put in an envelope marked Lunch Money with your child’s name on it.

Please remember to send your students to school with a reusable water bottle and filling snack daily!

• All students have a snack break during the day. Please pack a healthy snack EVERY DAY! Great snacks include easy-to-eat fruits and veggies like apples, oranges, carrots, and cucumbers as well as whole grain snacks including granola bars, and crackers. Cheese sticks and yogurts are another great option. These ideas help keep hungry bellies at bay and students ready to learn!

• Have your child bring a water bottle (or two) from home EVERY DAY. Students are able to use the bottle-filling stations throughout the day to refill bottles as needed.

General Information

• Mandated Health Screening Information:

• The following state-mandated screenings of students will be completed this year by the school nurse.

• Grades PK thru 5: Vision Screening (October - December)

• Grade PK thru 3: Hearing Screening (October - December)

• Grades 1, 4: Heights and weights with BMI calculations per DPH regulations (October -December)
  

• These are only screenings and NOT a diagnostic service. Failures or concerns regarding the results will warrant further assessment by the child's physician. Specific recommendations will be sent home in writing/phone call for vision, hearing and postural screening.
  

• Don’t hesitate to reach out at anytime - 781-834-5045, ext 42500 or via email - kAcampbell@mpsd.org

• All GRADE 4 students must send in a physical exam dated within the past year. Thank you to those who have already sent in their forms.

• Please log in to your child’s Aspen account and update all information including the medication consent portion, this is something that needs to be done yearly. *This cannot be done on your handheld device/cell phone*

• All medical documentation can be faxed to 339-244-2242 to the attention of the School Nurse.

• Do not hesitate to call with any school health-related questions or concerns at 781-834-5045. I can also be reached by email at: kAcampbeLL@mpsd.org.

The DWS will be a late school again for the upcoming year. Please make note of the start and end times.

School Start Time - 8:50 am (students can enter the building at 8:40)

School End Time - 3:40 pm (student will begin dismissal at 3:30)

Wednesday Early Dismissal - 1:15 pm

The Boys & Girls Club Programs provide a wholesome environment that promotes social/emotional, physical and character development in addition to supporting the educational efforts of both the parent and school. We encourage children to balance learning and fun through homework help, physical activity and arts & crafts. Our focus areas give your child limitless opportunities to reach their full potential.

BEFORE SCHOOL CARE

Hours: 7am until school day starts

Program & Activities include:

• Breakfast
• Homework Help
• Games & Activities
• Arts & Crafts

AFTER SCHOOL CARE

Hours: 3:40 - 6:00 pm

Program & Activities include:

• Transportation from DWS to B&G Club
• Snack
• Homework Help
• Games & Activities
• Arts & Crafts

As a reminder, please adhere to the DWS Dismissal Protocols if you choose to pick up your child from school (listed below). Dismissal time can be very busy and we understand that we are the late school and families are often rushing off to afterschool activities. It has been reported that some cars are pulling in and doing a U-Turn in the driveway to cut the line. Please follow the protocol and the flow of traffic pictured below so we don't compromise the safety of our children. Thank you!

Dismissal

• DWS hours are 8:50am-3:30pm. Students will begin car line dismissal at 3:25 pm.

• If you arrive before 3:25, please remain in your vehicle.

• Please do not park your vehicle in the live line.

• In the car line, students will be dismissed in order of car line up through the gym doors.

• Please follow staff directions and pull all the way up to the marked location (red circle).

• Please wait for the car in front of you to pull forward. Do not attempt to pass vehicles.

Please review the most up-to-date arrival and dismissal protocol. We have made some changes to the existing policy in order to keep students, drivers, and staff safe.

The policy can be found here.

As part of our Positive Behavior and Incentives Plan, our DWS Kids are taught how to be Dedicated, Welcoming, and Safe in all areas of our building and throughout their day. These posters are reviewed on the morning announcements, by classroom teachers, and are hung around the school for visual reminders. Students are then recognized for following these expectations and given All-Stars!