The Weekly Update #4
October 16th, 2025
Dear Molin Community,
UPCOMING DATES
Friday, October 31st: Molin Halloween Parade @8:15.
Tuesday, November 4th: Early Release Day-MOLIN DISMISSAL AT 11.
Tuesday, November 11th: No School
Wednesday, November 12th: Parent Conferences-Sign Up with Homeroom Teacher
Tuesday, November 18th: Parent Conferences-Sign Up with Homeroom Teacher
Wednesday, November 26th: Early Release Day-MOLIN DISMISSAL AT 11.
Thursday, November 27th & Friday, November 28th-NO SCHOOL
NEF AUCTION
The Newburyport Education Foundation Annual Lighthouse Auction is fast approaching, and we need volunteers to be Class Basket Leaders! Each classroom will create an amazing, themed basket with donations collected from parents. Baskets can range from hand-made kid crafted items to lottery ticket wreaths to a cozy winter weekend in a basket. Your help is key to making these baskets truly special. Want to help but don't have a creative idea? Don't worry, we have lots of suggestions!
Ready to dive in and help make this year’s auction unforgettable? Join us as a Class Basket Leader today!
Class Basket Leader sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054AA5A62FA4FEC34-58856204-2025#/
We still have a need for volunteers at the event and for activities leading up to the event. Please grab a friend and lend a hand! Volunteer sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0E44A9A92BA5F94-58601941-2025#/
We are also looking for donations from companies or individuals to make the auction a success. If you have sports tickets or autographed memorabilia, a home you can donate for a weekend, anything Newburyport-themed, or anything else you think could help please reach out to us at info@newburyportef.org
Student Handbook & Acknowledgement Form: Molin 25-26 Handbook
Please review the Molin Student Handbook on our website, and complete the Parent/Guardian Acknowledgement Form by September 30th. This form allows you to confirm your understanding of each section and let us know if you have any questions. Your partnership in reviewing and understanding these policies helps us provide a safe, consistent, and supportive environment for all students.
Thank you for your attention to this important matter and for your continued support.
Halloween at Molin!
We will celebrate Halloween on the morning of October 31st. Fourth and fifth graders will parade from the front entrance to the blacktop at 8:15. Students should wear costumes to school and be prepared to change into their typical clothing before lunch. For safety reasons, we ask that students refrain from wearing masks except when marching in the parade. All weapons associated with costumes must remain at home.
Families are invited to view the parade!
For the safety of students, the driveway entrance will be closed. Please park along Low St. The parade can be viewed by lining the perimeter of the blacktop.
FROM THE PTO:
Important Dates:
Oct. 15th: PTO Meeting at the Poynt 6:30 PM (all are welcome)
Oct. 19th: Bres Fall Festival (seeking Molin & Nock student volunteers)
Bresnahan Fall Festival Volunteers
The Bres Fall Festival is Oct 19th from 10AM-12Noon at the Bresnahan School.
We are seeking student volunteers (Molin and Nock- age students) to help with running games, doing face paint and arts and crafts, and assisting with clean-up. The event will run from 10:00am-12:00pm for all students and families.
Student volunteers sign-up here (Molin and Nock- age students, please):
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4EADA72CA0FCCE9-58500537-2025
Do You Want to Get Involved?
All are welcome at our monthly meetings! The next meeting is Oct. 15th at The Poynt at 6:30PM.
Complete our Volunteer Interest Form to let us know you’re interested in helping.
If you have any questions about volunteer opportunities, come to our meetings, check out our website www.newburyportpto.com or email us anytime at newburyportpto@gmail.com.
PTO Communication
As a reminder, we communicate in a variety of ways for your convenience:
Weekly Principal Emails: Timely details on upcoming events & volunteer opportunities.
Monthly Newsletter: If you have not signed up to receive our newsletter, you can sign up by completing our Volunteer Interest Form, and check the box “I want to receive the PTO updates.”
PTO Website: Always go to www.newburyportpto.com for the most up to date calendar of events, as well as comprehensive information on PTO programs, fundraisers, and volunteer opportunities.
Social Media: Follow us on Facebook or Instagram to get the latest details on upcoming events and volunteer needs, as well as the highlights from the PTO’s past events.
Find us at NewburyportPTO on both platforms!
Email us at newburyportpto@gmail.com if you have any questions!
Warmly,
Tara K. Rossi
Molin Principal
