The Weekly Buzz

Dear PRES Community,

Although this week was a short one, we still filled it with learning and fun! Tuesday brought a visit from the Barn Babies for our Kindergarten and PreK students, as well as several field trips for students in grades two and three. Friday concluded with a special visit from author and illustrator Peter H. Reynolds. Students were thrilled to hear about his journey to becoming a successful author and illustrator.

We also extend special thanks to our PTSA, who made Mr. Reynolds’ visit possible. As an added treat, the PTSA selected and purchased 650 Peter H. Reynolds books to distribute to our students, ensuring that every PRES student receives a brand-new book to kick off summer reading!

Additionally, thank you to our fourth graders, who warmly welcomed Commissioner Martinez, local elected officials, and Superintendent Runey this afternoon and helped us showcase the incredible learning happening every day at Palmer River Elementary School. We are so proud of our school and our students, and we truly appreciate Commissioner Martinez taking the time to visit PRES. We look forward to sharing pictures soon!

Next week brings even more exciting events and activities as we begin winding down the school year. We are looking forward to many more memorable moments together in the weeks ahead.

Have a wonderful weekend!

Sincerely,

Mrs. Kristine Kefor, Principal & Mrs. Cassey Monte, Assistant Principal

Palmer River Elementary School

#WeAreDR

In the coming weeks, as we prepare students for the end of the school year, students will visit the next grade level classrooms to see the learning spaces, meet the teachers, and begin preparing for the transition to a new grade. We find that these visits help students feel supported, comfortable, and excited about the start of school in September.

Every year, we ask families to complete a form for Bloom Bus Company to help determine transportation needs and assist in designing bus routes for the upcoming school year.

Please use the link provided to complete the 2026–2027 bus information form. There is one question on the form that families may not know the answer to—it asks for a Student ID Number, which can be found in the Aspen portal. This number is also referred to as the LASID (Local Identifier).

This form collects the information required by Bloom Bus Company. We ask that ALL families planning to utilize bus transportation next year complete the form by June 15, 2026. Students who are entering Kindergarten in the fall do not need to complete this form, as this information is collected as part of the registration process.

Thank you for your attention to this important request.

Earlier this week, our students were treated to a visit by the cast of The Wizard Of Oz from Beckwith Middle School. Their production goes live on Friday and Saturday at 6pm! Tickets are available at the door.

As Beckwith Middle School begins planning for next school year, they need to know your child’s preference for a music elective. Students in Grades 5, 6, 7, and 8 may choose to participate in Band, Chorus, or General Music.

Please click Here to indicate your child’s preferred elective for the 2026–2027 school year. Please note that students who select Band are required to purchase or rent an instrument.

For scheduling purposes, the selected elective is considered a one-year commitment.

• No School for Kindergarten due to Screening: Monday, June 1st to Wednesday, June 3rd
• Senior Walk at PRES: Wednesday, June 3rd
• Grade 4 Arts & Science Showcase: June 4th at 5:30
• Boosterthon Fun Run: June 5th
• Grade 4 Audubon In-House Visit #1 Rooms 36 & 40: June 8th at 10:15
• Grade 4 Audubon In-House Visit #2 Rooms 41 & 42: June 9th at 10:15
• Grade 4 Audubon In-House Visit #3 Rooms 43 & 44: June 10th at 10:15
• Grade 2 Field Trip to Ramsbottom: June 10th
• June PTSA Meeting at BMS: Thursday, June 11th at 6:30pm
• PRES Field Day: Friday, June 12th (RAIN DATE Wednesday, June 17th)
• Grade 4 Escape Night: June 18th
• No School/ Holiday: Friday, June 19th
• PreK End of Year Celebration (Scott): Monday, June 22nd at 9:45am and 2:00pm
• Grade 4 Step Up Day @ Beckwith: June 23rd

• PreK End of Year Celebration (Wood): Wed, June 24th at 9:45am and 2:00pm

• Grade 4 Clap Out: June 26th (More details to follow)
• LAST DAY OF SCHOOL: JUNE 26TH (FULL DAY)

Palmer River Elementary School is excited to share a preview of Summer Reading 2026, inviting students and families to begin looking ahead to a season filled with reading, curiosity, and adventure.

Families are encouraged to check out the Summer Reading 2026 Preview and video to learn more about this year’s exciting theme, the Word Collection Hunt. Students will embark on literary adventures as they discover new vocabulary, explore stories, and collect words throughout the summer, fostering a love of reading and language.

Palmer River looks forward to seeing the creativity, curiosity, and excitement students bring to their summer reading journeys through the Word Collection Hunt.

Summer Reading 2026.mp4

For students heading to BMS for grade five this fall, be sure to check out the Summer Reading assignments on the BMS Summer Reading website. Click below for more information.

Hannaford Helps Schools is back in our community for Spring 2026! From April 5th to June 21st you can turn everyday shopping into School Dollars that support our classrooms. When shopping in store, look for products marked with the Hannaford Helps School shelf tag. Next, visit Hannaford Helps School website or app, enter your School Dollar code and select our school so your School Dollars go directly to benefit our students.

The Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School District

Website: https://pres.drregional.org/

Location: 326 Winthrop Street, Rehoboth, MA 02769

Phone: 508-252-5100/Fax: 508-252-5110

Dighton Rehoboth Regional School District does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected group.