Superintendent's Weekly Update

November 10, 2023
Dear Weymouth Public Schools' Community,
To every Veteran in our school community, and all those who have served to protect our freedoms; thank you. Thank you for your service, your bravery, and your selfless dedication.
If you are able to attend Saturday's Weymouth Veteran's Day Parade I hope it will be time well spent with your family honoring and thanking our nation's heroes.
In honor of Veterans Day, below is our next WPS Our Story video saluting veterans who work in our school district.
Have a great weekend!
Sincerely,
Robert Wargo, Superintendent
WPS Our Story Segment 3
Veterans Day Parade - November 11th, 2023
Join us in recognizing and honoring the service of our Veterans on Saturday, November 11th, 2023 at 9:30am.
- 9:30am: Korean War Memorial Ceremony Jackson Square.
- 10:15am: PARADE BEGINS - Jackson Square via Broad Street to Middle Street to Town Hall.
- 11:00am: Veterans Day Services - Ralph Talbot Amphitheater next to Town Hall.
- 1:00pm: Weymouth Scouts Flag Retirement, King Oak Hill Park.
*In case of inclement weather, a brief ceremony will be held at 11:00am at the Abigail Adams School auditorium, 89 Middle Street.*
Inclement weather notices will be posted on the Weymouth Veterans Council and Services Facebook page, Town of Weymouth Facebook page, and the Town website.
Upcoming School Events
- Friday, November 10: Veteran's Day - No School
- Wednesday, November 15: Budget Sub-Committee Meeting
- Thursday, November 16: School Committee Meeting - 7:00 p.m.
Walk with a Wildcat!
Walk with a Wildcat will take place on November 15th at 6:30 in the High School Auditorium. Please come in through door 14 by the tennis courts. This event is for 8th grade students and families to visit the high school, take tours, hear from teachers, and learn about extra curricular opportunities.
Newsies the Musical!
Weymouth High Theater Company’s “Newsies the Musical” opens in just over 2 weeks! Grab your tickets and join these amazing kids for a night of family friendly entertainment!
5th Annual Toys for Tots Donation Drive
- Weymouth High School will be a toy donation drop off for the 5th year. Stop by WHS on Saturday, 11/25 from 9 am - 2 pm to make your donation.
- Click on this LINK for more information
Elks Essay Contest 2023-2024
Elks Essay Contest 2023-2024
"What Does the Bill of Rights Mean to Me"
Available to Grades 5, 6, 7, 8
Division I: Grade 5, Division II, Grade 6, Division III: Grade 7, Division IV: Grade 8
Submission Deadline: Thursday, December 15, 2023
300 Words Max
CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT: https://bit.ly/3tHw9nH
Rules & Submission Cover Sheet: https://bit.ly/3QpX6Fc
https://www.elks.org/grandlodge/fraternal/files/americanismEssayContest.pdf
The winners will be selected by the Elks Americanism Committee
Monetary Awards vary at each local, state and national level
- National Awards:
- First Place ----- $1,000
- Second Place --- $500
- Third Place ------- $250
Questions? Contact Betsy Harris at elizabeth.harris@weymouthschools.org or 781-335-1100, x-28331
School Start & End Times
School: Regular Day Start - Regular Day Dismissal | Half Day Dismissal
Weymouth High School: 7:30AM - 2:15PM | HD: 10:45AM
Chapman Middle: 8:20AM - 2:45PM | HD: 11:15AM
Primary Schools: 9:05AM - 3:15PM | HD: 11:50AM
JECC: 8:15AM - 2:15PM | HD: 10:45AM
JECC Morning: 8:15AM - 10:45AM
JECC Afternoon: 11:45AM - 2:15PM