September
A Family Guide to the Wright Academy
The school year is officially underway, and we’re excited to see our Wolf Pack settling into a new year of learning, growing, and building connections. Whether your student is finding their routine, meeting new teachers, or getting back into the rhythm of school, we appreciate your partnership and support.
September is a great time to stay connected, ask questions, and make sure your family has everything you need for a successful year. We’re looking forward to all that this school year has in store!
- Arrival: School begins at 8:05 AM. Students arriving after 8:15 AM are marked tardy.
- Dismissal: Regular dismissal is 2:30 PM Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. Wednesday dismissal is 1:40 PM.
- Early Release: On scheduled early release days, students are dismissed at 11:30 AM.
- Breakfast: Breakfast is available from 7:30–8:00 AM.
- Stay Connected: Please continue checking ParentSquare for school updates, reminders, flyers, and important information throughout the year.
ParentSquare is the primary way WSTA communicates with families throughout the school year. We strongly encourage every family to download the ParentSquare app and keep notifications turned on.
Through the app, families can:
- 📩 Receive important school updates, announcements, reminders, and flyers
- 💬 Message teachers and communicate directly with school staff
- 📅 Stay informed about events and activities
- 📄 Access important school information and communications
Chelsea Public Schools uses Follett-Aspen as our Student Information System. By creating an Aspen Parent Portal account, families can easily stay informed about their student’s school experience—all in one place!
With Aspen, parents and guardians can:
- 📅 Check attendance and monitor absences
- 📝 View your student’s schedule
- 📈 Monitor academic progress
- 📄 View progress reports and report cards
- 🔔 Stay up to date on important information about your student’s education
Don’t miss out on important information! Create your Aspen Parent Portal account and make it a habit to check Aspen regularly.
🔗 Access Aspen: https://ma-chelsea.myfollett.com/
Need help setting up your ParentSquare or Aspen account? Send me a message through ParentSquare or give me a call. I’m happy to help you get connected and make sure you have access to both platforms!
📱 Stay Connected with Aspen Go!
Chelsea Public Schools is now using the Follet Aspen Go app, giving families a convenient way to access important information about their child’s school experience right from their phone.
With Follet Aspen Go, families can:
- 📅 View attendance
- 📚 Check assignments and grades
- 🗓️ View their child’s schedule
- 📊 Monitor academic progress
- 📝 Access report cards
How to Download Aspen Go
- Open the App Store on an iPhone or the Google Play Store on an Android device.
- Search for “Aspen Go.”
- Download and open the app.
- Search for Chelsea Public Schools.
- Log in using your Aspen Parent Portal username and temporary password.
🔐 Need Your Aspen Login Information?
If you do not have an Aspen Parent Portal account or need your login information, send Angie a private message through ParentSquare. She can provide your username and temporary password and help you get started.
Need help setting up the app? Angie is happy to support your family!
Angie Garcia, Family Liaison
📞 617-466-5119
💬 Message Angie directly through ParentSquare
Student Phone Policy
Students are expected to keep their phones securely in their school-issued pouch at all times.
Violations include:
Using a phone during school
Damaging or losing the pouch
If a student violates the policy, the phone/pouch will be collected, and parents or guardians will be contacted. Repeated or serious violations may require a parent meeting, an Individual Electronics Plan, and a replacement fee of $30.
Thank you for helping us keep students focused and safe at school!
Uniform Policy
WSTA is a uniform school, and ALL students are expected to come to school in uniform every day. Our uniform helps promote school pride, unity, and a focus on learning.
✅ Tops: Plain or WSTA logo polos/t-shirts in Navy Blue, Light Blue, Maroon, or White
✅ Bottoms: Navy Blue, Gray or Black pants, sweatpants, skirts, jean shorts, or jeans (no rips or holes at appropriate length) - see dress code policy below.
✅ Outerwear: Sweaters, sweatshirts, or jackets in navy blue, light blue, maroon, white or black (plain or with WSTA logo)
🚫 Pajama pants, standalone leggings, biker shorts, crop tops, ripped jeans, and visible undergarments are not permitted. Hats/hoods may not be worn indoors unless for religious/cultural reasons.
Uniforms can be ordered through Stars Branding at 617-567-0000 or online at starsapparel.com.
