Something To Yelle About

ANOTHER UNBELIEVABLE

WEEK IN #HAYNation!

Hello from the Yelle.

Another incredible week was had in #HAYNation this week. Again, there were so many things going on -- Book Fair, Unified Games, 4th Grade Field Trips, and more. We are definitely Finishing STRONG!

As I try to do each week, I use the big picture above to tell the story of the week in pictures for us here at the Yelle.

This week the Big Picture highlights again just some of the fantastic things that happened during the week. We had our Scholastic Book Fair, we had our Unified Games participants come home to a hero's welcome, and we had some amazing 4th Grade Field Trip experiences. We even had some tropical sounds coming from the Music hallway with the wonderful sounds of the ukulele. And as our #PositiveSignThursday message says, We Are Finishing STRONG!

These and the other pictures below in and around the classrooms really do relay a story of the fantastic accomplishments our students and teachers achieved this week. Please check them out below and all over our Instagram feed to help to tell the tremendous story we are writing this year.

Please check out the rest of the Newsletter for some important information including ...

HAY PTO Textile Drive This Weekend

Field Trip Information

Important Information from NMS for 5th Grade Families

Thinking About Next School Year

HAY PTO Scholastic BOGO Book Fair Success

Other HAY PTO News

5th Grade Pictures Needed for the Yearbook

NPS Portrait of a Learner Contest

NPS Summer Enrichment

Important Upcoming Calendar Events to Mark Your Own Calendar

Community Events

And much, much more ...

Please check it out.

Thanks; have a wonderful weekend; be well,

Marty

Martin R. Geoghegan

Principal

Henri A. Yelle Elementary School

Friday, May 29 through Sunday, May 31 – HAY PTO Textile Drive (see below)

Tuesday, June 2 – 5th Grade Field Trip (see below)

Wednesday, June 3 – 5th Grade Field Trip (see below)

Wednesday, June 3 – NHS Class of 2026 Senior Walk 11:30 AM

Thursday, June 4 – 5th Grade Field Trip (see below)

Wednesday, June 10 – JCS & LGN 3rd Grade Move-Up Day to the Yelle

Thursday, June 11 – HAY PTO Meeting at 6:30 PM in Library

Thursday, June 11 – In-Coming 4th Grade Parents Meeting at 7 PM in Gym

Friday, June 12 – Yelle 2026 Field Day (see below)

Thursday, June 18 – 5th Grade Movie (more details to come)

Friday, June 19 – No School – Juneteenth

Tuesday, June 23 – Last Day of School 11:40 AM Dismissal

On Wednesdy, May 27, and Thursday, May 28, our 4th Grade Students went to the Museum of Natural History & Planetarium, at Roger Williams Park in Providence, Rhode Island, for a Field Trip.

Students attended an interactive space-themed show and participate in a hands-on workshop.

During the show, they will explore the solar system, learn about different planets, and discover what makes Earth unique, as well as observe features of our Milky Way galaxy.

In the workshop, students learned about the International Space Station and what life is like for astronauts. They will take part in “astronaut training” activities and explore how astronauts live and work in space.

Students came back saying they had a great time and enjoyed it!

Thank you to all of our teachers, staff, chaperones, and PTO for helping to fund this excellent experience for our students!

On Tuesday June 2, Wednesday, June 3, and Thursday, June 4, our 5th Grade Students will be heading to the New Bedford Whaling Museum for a Field Trip.

On Tuesday, June 2 -- Mrs. Bruno, Mrs. Donahue, and Mrs. Hannon/Mrs. Winters

On Wednesday, June 3 -- Mrs. Gray and Ms. Horton

On Thursday, June 4 -- Ms. Cross and Mrs. Correira

Busses leave: 8:30 Return to HAY: 2:30

$20.00 (CASH or CHECK MADE OUT TO HAY PTO) or Venmo at: @HenriA-YellePTO

Students will participate in the “Whales Today” educational program. Through the use of real whale artifacts, hands-on teaching tools, and magnificent skeletons, students will learn about these amazing animals and discover how we can help protect whales today. Students will also view a 3D movie about whales.

Students will BRING their own lunch to the Whaling Museum. We will be provided a room in which students will enjoy their lunch. Students may choose to bring their own bag lunch OR they may get a lunch from school.

If your child is planning to obtain a bag lunch from school, they will be given a MUFFIN FUN LUNCH.

To Next Year's Yelle Families:

We are starting to think about scheduling for next school year.

Please let Mr. Geoghegan know if there is information you want him to know about as we look at groupings for next year's 4th and 5th Grade classes.

I cannot always promise everything but we most certainly try our best at finding the best fit and situation for all students.

Any questions, please let Mr. Geoghegan know.

Thank you,

Mr. G

Henri A. Yelle School Field Day

Friday, June 12, 2026

Dear Yelle Families:

The Yelle 2026 Field Day is scheduled for Friday, June 12, 2026. If we have inclement weather, we will have field day on Thursday, June 18, 2026. The decision to postpone field day, if necessary, will be made as early as possible.

We will be focusing on a team approach this year. To help promote teamwork and to help identify teams, students are encouraged to wear their designated class color. (Colors are listed below). Activities will be located on the multi-purpose field behind the school.

General Expectations

1. Each classroom is to stay together for the entire day.

2. Each classroom must stay in their assigned area for the duration of their activity.

3. Classrooms are encouraged to use banners, cheers, songs, and shirts to identify

and promote a positive team atmosphere.

Helpful Field Day Tips

Following are some items that you may want to consider sending with your child on field day:

Sunscreen – It may be very warm and sunny, and as we will be outside, sunscreen can be very important.

Water Bottle – Students do have some time for drinks, but a water bottle can be convenient, as long as they are used appropriately.

Hat – Not necessary, but they are allowed.

Team Colors

Green – Bruno, Donahue, Winters/Hannon

Yellow – Carline, Fine

Red – Browne, Chu

Blue – Correira, Gray

Purple – Allen, Benson

Orange– Cross, Horton

Pink – Mihajlovits, Rose

* At this time, Mrs. McCallister is all set with Volunteers. Thank You!

Superintendent’s Message

Earlier this week, students across Norton Public Schools watched a brief video introduction to our new Portrait of a Learner, also known as The Lancer Way.

The Lancer Way represents the skills, habits, and values we hope to foster in every student throughout their time in Norton Public Schools. It reflects not only academic growth, but also how students collaborate, solve problems, show empathy, communicate, and continue growing as learners and members of our community.

As part of this rollout, I will be visiting classrooms across the district over the coming weeks to talk with students about what the Lancer Way means to them. One of the most important parts of this work is ensuring that student voice is at the center of the process, and I am excited to hear their ideas, perspectives, and reflections.

We are also launching a district-wide Lancer Way Art Contest for students in grades PK–12. Students will be invited to create an original piece of artwork that represents what it means to be a Lancer. Selected artwork will help visually represent the Lancer Way across our schools and district communications moving forward.

Please see the flier below for information about the contest, including timelines and submission details.

This work is an important step in continuing to build a shared vision for learning and belonging across Norton Public Schools, and we are excited to partner with our students, staff, and families throughout the process.

Thank you for your continued support.

The Lancer Way Video

Hello Yelle Families:

The HAY Parent Teacher Organization (PTO) hopes all families are enjoying the school year. We are always trying to make this another senational experience for our students!

The PTO sponsors monthly meetings, which are usually held the third Thursday of each month from 6-7PM in the HAY Library. The meetings could be changed if there is a calendar conflict with a school vacation or holiday and are usually moved to the Wednesday before or after. You can view on the HAY Calendar on the NPS website.

We look forward to seeing returning parents along with new faces from our fourth grade families!

Come join the meetings to hear what’s happening in your child’s school, how you can help out by volunteering, or ways for you to share an idea!

Contact us at:

hayellepto@gmail.com

Like us on Facebook:

https://m.facebook.com/HAYPTO/

THIS WEEKEND!

Don't throw away any of your textiles!

We have our Textile Drive happening this weekend on Friday, May 29 through Sunday, May 31.

The bin is in the Front Loop of the Yelle!

Please drop off any textiles.

Check the list of accepted materials below.

It's Spring Cleaning, as well as supporting our PTO!

A definite WIN-WIN!

Calling all 5th Grade families!! We are beginning to assemble the 5th Grade Yearbook and we need your student(s) photo!

https://forms.gle/9dqvi58YTq9JKhNH8

Our HAY PTO BOGO (Buy One Get One) Free Scholastic Book Fair Was This Past Week!

To kick off summer reading, our HAY PTO Buy One Get One Book Fair

took place this past week. It is always so awesome to see our students

enjoying books and reading.

We cannot THANK our HAY PTO enough for their setting up, volunteering, and running

the Fair!

Happy Reading!

Dear Grade 5 Parents/Guardians,

In just a few short months, your child will be making the exciting transition from elementary school to Norton Middle School. To help ensure this change is as smooth and positive as possible, we’ve carefully begun implementing an orientation process.

On Thursday, May 14, Principal Hayward, Guidance Counselor Mr. Maloof, and several student representatives visited the Henri A. Yelle School. During our visit, we met with students in small group settings to introduce them to life at NMS and give them the opportunity to ask questions.

On Thursday, May 21, Grade 5 students will visit Norton Middle School during the school day. They’ll tour the building, meet several sixth-grade teachers, and enjoy a special performance of Alice in Wonderland by our NMS Drama Club.

As we approach the final days of the school year, congratulations on reaching this important milestone! While one chapter of your child’s educational journey is coming to a close, a new and exciting one is just beginning. To support our incoming sixth-grade students and their families, we’ve created a dedicated website for Norton Middle School. This site offers a glimpse into daily student life at NMS, with a variety of videos, helpful links, and resources. We encourage you to explore each section, as they provide valuable insight into what to expect. Information and updates will continue to be added throughout the summer.

NMS Welcome Class of 2033 = website created rising grade 6 Parents and Students

Summer visit to Norton Middle School:

We’re excited to host our Welcome Back Ice Cream Social in August, just before school begins. This event will give incoming grade 6 students a chance to reconnect with friends, tour the building, find their homeroom, enjoy music and games, and ease any first-day nerves with some ice cream, of course! Parents are welcome to join us for an open tour of the building and learning spaces. I’ll be working with the NMS Parent Board to finalize the date and time, and we’ll share details with families over the summer via ParentSquare.

Bonus Content 2026/ 2026 NMS Newsletters: The Lancers LEAD Story = May 2026 , The Lancers LEAD Story = March 2026 The Lancers LEAD Story = February 2026

Sincerely,

Vincent M. Hayward

Vincent M. Hayward | Principal - vincenthayward@norton.k12.ma.us

Please see more great Pictures and what is happening in #HAYNation like these by going to Instagram at @HAYSchoolNorton -- Make sure you Follow Us and Tag Us in any Posts you want us to see!

Norton Public Schools

Summer Enrichment Program

2026

Registration ends on May 29, 2026

*Initial registration deadline is May 29, 2026. After this date, registrations will continue to be accepted on a space-available basis.

Week 1: July 6-July 9, 2026

Week 3: July 20-July 23, 2026

Week 4: July 27-July 30, 2026

Welcome to the 2026 Norton Public Schools’ Summer Enrichment Program!

We are pleased to offer a variety of opportunities for students entering grades K-12 to take part in this summer. There are four different weeks offered from Monday, July 6th through Thursday, July 30th. Sessions will take place Monday-Thursday, 9am-12pm.

Norton Middle School will be the host site of the Summer Enrichment Program. All students may be dropped off at NMS between 8:45am-8:55am. Each morning, a parent or family representative must bring the K-4 students to be checked into NMS. Students entering Grades 5 and up do not need a parent or family representative to check them in. Attendance will be taken each day at 9:00am. Once the day begins, your child may not leave without permission. Students must stay within school boundaries and remain in registered sessions until release at the end of each day. Pick-up is expected at the conclusion of the sessions at 12:00pm at Norton Middle School

Leaving the Summer Program: Only the people listed on the Registration Form will be allowed to pick up your child at the end of each day. Please inform the person picking up your child that a picture ID may be requested. Each child in Grades K-4 must be checked out each day.

**Also, please note that all students must be toilet trained.

Cost of the Summer Enrichment Program: $175 per week

Unfortunately, because we are a self-funded program, there are no scholarships or discounts available.

• All payments will be made through Unipay, search “Norton School Department” and then please select “Summer Enrichment” on the left. There will be no refunds issued unless the session is canceled. Click here to access Unipay.

• Registration is also completely digital this year! Click here to register your child for Summer Enrichment 2026!

✦ Registrations will be accepted on a first come, first served basis up to May 29th or until the maximum number of participants is reached for each session. Please be advised that each session needs to have a minimum number of students to operate. If a course you select does not have sufficient numbers of enrolled students to operate, the session will be canceled and you will receive a refund.

NO APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED WITHOUT PAYMENT.

✦During the course of the Summer Enrichment Program, photos may be taken of the students for display in school, on the District website, on social media, or in the local newspaper. Please see the registration form to give permission for your child’s photograph to be taken.

Any questions? Contact Kelly Allen, Summer Enrichment Coordinator, kellyallen@norton.k12.ma.us

Descriptions for all courses are below!

Summer Enrichment Brochure 2026

Principal Martin R. Geoghegan

Past Newsletters can be found Here.

Website: https://www.norton.k12.ma.us/henri-a-yelle-elementary-school
Location: 64 West Main Street, Norton, MA, USA
Phone: 508-285-0190
Instagram: @HAYSchoolNorton