Phenomenal Phelps Facts
Week of May 25, 2026
Message from Ms. Scheufele
As we continue moving through the final stretch of the school year, we are grateful for your ongoing partnership and support. These weeks are full of learning, celebrations, and important end-of-year activities.
We know this can be a busy time for families, and we appreciate everything you are doing to help students stay engaged and finish the year strong. Our staff remains focused on providing consistency, encouragement, and meaningful experiences for all students as we head toward the last few weeks together.
Thank you for being such an important part of the Phelps community.
Phelps Elementary held our Memorial Day observance on Friday morning for all students and staff. It was a wonderful learning experience for our students, led by our Grade 4 Student Council. WRPS taped the ceremony. Here is the link for families to view: Phelps Elementary School Memorial Day Ceremony
Celebrating Our School Lunch Heroes!
May is Mental Health Awareness Month! We encourage you to reach out for help if you or your family need it. Local resources are available using the QR code above. We invite you to contact the school’s Adjustment Counselors, Holly Gage or Taryn Muolo, with any questions.
How to Talk to Kids About Their Artwork
Thank you, Phelps Community for a Fantastic Year of Art! When your student takes art home, try these talking points. Get the conversation started, foster creative thinking, and self confidence through art.
-Mrs. Mell
Field Day--June 18 (Rain Date: June 22)
Phelps Elementary School Field Day will take place on Thursday, June 18 (Rain Date: June 22). Our students will have a chance for lots of fun and games on this day. Grades 3 & 4 will participate from 8:15-10:30am, and grades 1 & 2 will participate from 11:30am-1:30pm. It will be a fun day for all!
If you wish to volunteer to help on Field Day, the sign up form is here: https://evite.me/PueXgEe1Wf
If you wish to volunteer to be in the Dunk Tank on Field Day, sign up here: https://evite.me/xyZgmYtYXM
Please note: You will need to have a CORI on file to volunteer for this event. Please come into the Main Office with your license if you need to apply for one. CORI's are good for three years. If you have a question on whether your CORI is still good from a previous year, please call the Main Office. This is not a spectator event. No one will be allowed on the fields unless they have volunteered or signed up for the Dunk Tank and passed a CORI check.
Thank you for helping to keep our Field Day safe and secure for all. We appreciate any help you can provide.
Rockland Public Schools District Calendar
Important Upcoming Events
May 25 --NO SCHOOL--Memorial Day
May 27--Drama Club Performance for Families--3:30-4:45 pm--Phelps Cafeteria
May 29--Brain Game (in school for students--provided by PAC)
June 2--Grade 4 students to visit RMS--8:15am & 9:10 am (students & staff only)
June 2--PAC Meeting--6-7 pm Meeting; 7-8 pm Organize for Field Day
June 4--Early Release Day, Dismissal 10:45 am
June 10--Grade 3 Animal Research Author's Share--Parent/Family Event--11:45-12:30
June 18--(Rain Date: June 22): Field Day
June 19--Juneteenth--NO SCHOOL
June 23--Grade 4 Move-Up Ceremony/Celebration
June 25--Last Day of School; Report Cards Issued
Scholarship Funding for Enrichment or Extra-Curricular Activities
The JRS Rec Scholarship Fund is designed to help families cover the cost of recreational, enrichment, or extra-curricular activities. If your child would like to participate in a recreational program (either out of school or through an in-school enrichment opportunity) and cost is a barrier, please use the email, QR code, or link above to apply for financial assistance. This is a wonderful resource to ensure that all students have the opportunity to explore their interests, develop new skills, and take part in meaningful experiences beyond the classroom.
Rockland Girls Softball
Registration is now open for the Rockland Girls Softball League. All players will participate in both the OSLL (Old Silver Lake League) and the SSSL (South Shore Softball League). Registration closes May 24, so be sure to sign up soon. Families can register at www.rocklandgirlssoftball.org or by scanning the QR code on the flyer.
Summer Free Lunch Sites
USDA Summer Food Service Program Public Sites & Times: Camp Sites (not open to the public): Lunches must be eaten on-site.
Free lunch for children up to age 18
Monday–Thursday, July 6 – August 20
The program is an equal opportunity provider.
Phelps Elementary School – Parent Contact Guide
We want every family to know who to contact for questions, concerns, or support. Here’s a quick guide to help you connect with the right person:
Main Office Issues:
Jean Maloney, Administrative Assistant--jmaloney@rocklandschools.org--Questions/Information about attendance, records, court documents, address/email changes, general school information, registration/enrollment, moving/withdrawal
Brenda Mallar-Reske, Administrative Assistant--bmallar-reske@rocklandschools.org--Kid Account/Dismissal changes and questions
Principal
Michelle Scheufele--mscheufele@rocklandschools.org– Oversees school vision, daily classroom visits, curriculum, instruction, and social-emotional learning. Contact for schoolwide questions or issues needing additional attention.
Grades 1 & 2 (First Floor)
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Administrator: Kelsey Holbrook--kholbrook@rocklandschools.org
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School Adjustment Counselor: Taryn Muolo-tmuolo@rocklandschools.org
Grades 3 & 4 (Second Floor)
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Administrator: Chase Eschauzier--chaseeschauzier@rocklandschools.org
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School Adjustment Counselor: Holly Gage-hgage@rocklandschools.org
Additional Student Services
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Amanda MacMillan – Special Education Coordinator--amacmillan@rocklandschools.org
Contact for questions about services, evaluations, and IEPs. -
Allie Sgambato – School Psychologist--asgambato@rocklandschools.org
Provides evaluations, IEP services, and crisis support. -
Beth Peckham – School Psychologist--epeckham@rocklandschools.org
Supports Phelps part-time with evaluations and IEP services. Shani McGarry--School Nurse--smcgarry@rocklandschools.org
Parent Tips
✅ For classroom or day-to-day issues, always start with your child’s teacher.
✅ For grade-level or social-emotional concerns, contact the administrator or adjustment counselor for your child’s grade.
✅ For special education questions, contact Amanda MacMillan.
✅ For schoolwide questions or issues needing additional attention, contact Principal Scheufele.
Main Office & Guidance Staff
If you have any questions or concerns, here are some staff members you can call or email:
Jean Maloney, School Administrative Assistant, jmaloney@rocklandschools.org
Brenda Mallar-Reske, Administrative Assistant (Kidaccount/Dismissal), bmallar-reske@rocklandschools.org
Nichole Dever, Title One Secretary, ndever@rocklandschools.org
Michelle Scheufele, Principal, mscheufele@rocklandschools.org
Kelsey Holbrook, Assistant Principal for Grades 1 & 2 & Title One Director, kholbrook@rocklandschools.org
Chase Eschauzier, Assistant Principal for Grades 3 & 4, chaseeschauzier@rocklandschools.org
Amanda MacMillan, Phelps Special Education Coordinator, amacmillan@rocklandschools.org
Allison Sgambato, School Psychologist, asgambato@rocklandschools.org
Elizabeth Peckham, School Psychologist, epeckham@rocklandschools.org
Taryn Muolo, School Adjustment Counselor for Grades 1 & 2, tmuolo@rocklandschools.org
Holly Gage, School Adjustment Counselor for Grades 3 & 4, hgage@rocklandschools.org
Traci Johnson, School Adjustment Counselor (shared with Esten), tjohnson@rocklandschools.org
Shani McGarry, Nurse, smcgarry@rocklandschools.org
