Daniel Webster Elementary School

Our School Spirit Student Leadership Team has planned a fun holiday spirit week beginning next week! Thank you to Brixton, Faith, Hannah, Nora, and Owen and their mentor Mrs. Kennedy!

Mrs. MacNeil has been sending home a link to an online read aloud story chosen by teachers and staff each night. The following day, a trivia questions are asked during the morning announcements about the book and prizes have been awarded to the first classroom that answers the question correctly! Thank you for joining us in this fun holiday literacy activity!

December

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

We are looking to fill our sleigh with non-perishable food items to donate to the food pantry to help those that may be in need during this challenging year. Students can bring donations to the lobby when they arrive in the morning and put them into the sleigh at the entrance to the school. Last year we brought in over 500 items last year let's see if we can beat that this year!

Grade 4 and 5 students are preparing for the Town-Wide Volleyball Tournament which will take place in the spring!

Students showed off their musical talents today at the DWS Holiday Concert! Thank you to all those who were able to attend to support our students and our music program!

Thanks Mr. D!

Students got a chance to attend the Book Fair during library classes this week! Thank you to all of our families for supporting literacy 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: Jake in Ms. Hastry’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because he worked hard on Lexia.

Grade K: Sonny in Ms. Hastry’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because he was an extra good listener when the class had a substitute teacher.

Grade 1: Gabriel in Mrs. MacDonald’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because he was dedicated when he stayed focused during Fundations.

Grade 1: Charlie in Mrs. Bertulli’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because he was a phonics superstar!

Grade 2: Yago in Mrs. Auriemma’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because he did a great job with his writing.

Grade 2: Krish in Ms. Mulligan’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because he persevered on a challenging writing assignment.

Grade 3: Prue in Mrs. Hanson’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because she used Math strategies during a workplace.

Grade 3: Brooke in Mrs. Hines’ class is a DWS ALL STAR because she made a helpful chart for a classmate.

Grade 4: Eleanor in Mrs. Robatzek’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because she used what she learned in school to create a project on her own time.

Grade 4: Maddy in Mrs. Farrell’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because she showed dedication to excellent handwriting and rich details in her story.

Grade 5: Stella in Ms. LaForest’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because she asked a 2nd grader to join four square.

Grade 5: Vanessa in Mrs. Drew’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because she stayed focused on her work.

Congratulations!

Next PTO Meeting: Monday 2/5/23 in the DWS library at 7:00 p.m.

Cookie Fundraiser- 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

Clothing orders- Clothing orders will be sent home in backpacks on Monday 12/18. If you

prefer they are not sent home, please contact us at dwsptoclothing@gmail.com to arrange

pickup.

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!