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News from the Paws of Farley| October 31, 2025

Fox Den DigestNews from the Paws of Farley| October 31, 2025

Principal Johnson | Assistant Principal, Anne Duke Principal Johnson | Assistant Principal, Anne Duke

October 31, 2025 October 31, 2025

News from the Paws of Farley

Farley Caregivers/Families!
We are now at the beginning of November, which means it is time to meet your teacher. Please use this link to sign up for a parent teacher conference. Please enter the following web address into your browser window: https://ptcfast.com/schools/C_A_Farley_Elementary_School

Bus Safety Reminders Bus Safety Reminders

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🚌 Bus Safety Reminders for Caregivers/Parents

Bus Conduct & Safety at Farley

Riding the bus is a privilege—and an important part of the school day where safety and respect matter most. Bus drivers have a serious responsibility and must be able to focus on driving without distraction. Students are expected to follow all school rules while riding.

At the Bus Stop

  • Arrive at your stop early.

  • Wait safely—no pushing, shoving, or running.

  • Respect the property of others.

  • Wait until the bus has fully stopped before approaching.

On the Bus

  • Sit down promptly and remain seated while the bus is moving.

  • Use inside voices—loud talking or yelling can distract the driver.

  • Keep hands, arms, and belongings inside the bus.

  • Keep the aisles clear and help keep the bus clean.

  • Follow all directions given by the driver or monitor the first time.

Crossing the Street

  • Always cross 10 feet in front of the bus, never behind it.

  • Look both ways and wait for the driver’s signal before crossing.

In addition to the rules above, I am asking all students to sit with a partner they can talk with and not get into trouble with. Students should also avoid sitting in the back four rows, as these seats will be reserved for older student leadership when appropriate. Our goal is to help every bus ride be safe, calm, and respectful for everyone.

Consequences for Unexpected Behavior
To ensure student safety, the following steps will be taken when bus conduct concerns arise:

  1. First reminder – Think Sheet/Note home.

  2. Second warning – Conversation with student and Bus Safety Homework.

  3. Third incident – Lunch Detention/Bus Safety Lesson and Family Call.

  4. Fourth incident – Bus Suspension and family meeting to develop a Bus Improvement Plan.

Principal Johnson has been riding the buses this week to help reset expectations and ensure all students are traveling safely. I will continue to ride buses next week. Families can support this effort by reviewing the bus safety videos with their children and talking together about the expectations and consequences for safe, respectful behavior on the bus.

English: Bus Safety Video


  • Portuguese : “Jéssica Ensina as Regras de Segurança e conduta no ônibus escolar” (YouTube)
  • Families play an important role in reinforcing safe bus behavior — by reviewing the rules at home, modeling respectful communication, and reminding children that bus safety starts with respect, responsibility, and being ready.
  • Home and School Association Home and School Association

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    Updates

    Give Back While You Shop

    The Paper Store in Hudson has a new location in the Highland Commons plaza and have totally redesigned their store and expanded their offerings. They wanted to celebrate with the HPS School Community and find a way to give back.

    All friends and families of Farley will receive a 10% discount on all purchases through the month of November. In addition, they will be donating $5 to Farley H & S for every purchase made between now and November 30. It will cap out at a $5,000 donation and we are really hoping we can make it to that! Please mention the code FARLEY10 at checkout so we get credit for our purchases.


    Happy Shopping

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    You’re Invited!

    The Home & School Association would like to invite all Farley families to join us for an Ice Cream Social in the school cafeteria on Friday, November 14th from 6-7:30PM. Ice cream will be served along with a few activities and most importantly an opportunity to meet other Farley families!

    Volunteers are still needed to run the social. All volunteers must have a valid CORI on file with the school. To volunteer please text Lindsey at 978-394-1839 to sign up.

    Hudson SEPAC (Special Education Parent Advisory Council)

    Hudson SEPAC (Special Education Parent Advisory Council) is here to support families and students! We are a parent/caregiver run, volunteer organization.

    We work together with families, educators, and the Hudson Public School to ensure every child in Hudson gets the support they need to learn and grow.

    Here’s what we do:

    • Advocate for Hudson students’ needs
    • Share feedback to help improve school support
    • Support one another as parents and caregivers
    • Help families navigate 504 and IEP plans

    🌟 FREE VIRTUAL TRAINING 🌟
    Basic Rights: Understanding the IEP

    📅 Date: Thursday, November 20, 2025
    💻 Location: Virtual (Online Session)
    🕒 Time: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

    Join HUDSON SEPAC and the Federation for Children with Special Needs (FCSN) for a free online workshop designed to help parents and caregivers understand the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process.

    👉 Register Today!

    🔗 https://fcsn.org/event/br-iep-11-20-25

    💬 Continue the Conversation!

    After the training, join Hudson SEPAC for a follow-up discussion to share insights, ask questions, and connect with other families navigating IEP plans.

    💻 Join Here: https://meet.google.com/vug-oicr-xje

    🌟 FREE Virtual Trainings Every Month! 🌟

    Open to all parents, caregivers, and educators— whether your child has an IEP or 504, is in the process of evaluation, or you simply want to learn how to better support all children.

    Each month, explore key topics — all sessions are online and free to attend.

    Hosted by: The Federation for Children with Special Needs (FCSN)

    📅 Check out November trainings and register here:
    🔗 https://fcsn.org/events/month/2025-11

    Have questions or want to connect?

    Email sepachudson@gmail.com

    Like our Hudson SEPAC page on Facebook for updates

    Learn more at sepachudson.com

    Family/ Caregiver Resources

    Family Directory

    School Improvement Council Running Agenda

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    Financial Assistance

    • Apply for assistance

    Food Assistance

    • Project Bread hotline
    • WIC Information

    Back Pack Buddies Back Pack Buddies

    Backpack Buddies, it is a program that supplies students with a food kit every Friday, so that they can have food over the weekend. Pleasee the enrollment form/waiver for additional information.

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    Chartwell's November Menu Chartwell's November Menu

    School Meal's Menu

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    The Massachusetts Partnerships For You The Massachusetts Partnerships For You

    Discover the Peace at Home's Parenting Solutions Library, available on The Massachusetts Partnerships For Youth website. This resource offers expert-let videos and downloadable handouts covering a variety of parenting topics. Explore the Parenting Solutions Library today and empower your parenting journey!

    🧺 Reminders 🧺 Reminders

    • Extra Clothes: Please send a labeled spare outfit for your child.
    • Dress for Weather: We are now in November, coats, hats and gloves are needed!

    • Toys & Balls: As a reminder, toys should not come to school. These can often cause distractions and often will get lost or traded so we do ask that they do not come to school at all.

    Important Dates! Important Dates!

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    November 2025

    • November 5 – Home & School Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

    • November 11 – No School: Veterans Day

    • November 12 – Parent–Teacher Conferences, 12:30–3:30 p.m. (early dismissal)

    • November 13 – Parent–Teacher Conferences, 12:30–3:30 p.m. (early dismissal)

    • and 3:30–5:30 p.m.

    • November 14– Farley Home & School Association: Ice Cream Social

    • The Home & School Association would like to invite all Farley families to join us for an Ice Cream Social in the school cafeteria on Friday, October 14th from 6-7:30PM. Ice cream will be served along with a few activities and most importantly an opportunity to meet other Farley families! Click on the link for more information.

    • November 26–28 – No School: Thanksgiving Break

    December 2025

    • December 3 – Home & School Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

    • December 10 – Half Day: Early Dismissal for Students (Teacher PD)

    • December 22–January 1 – No School: Winter Break

    January 2026

    • January 7 – Home & School Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

    • January 19 – No School: Martin Luther King Jr. Day

    February 2026

    • February 4 – Home & School Meeting,6:00 p.m.

    • February 16–20 – No School: February Break

    March 2026

    • March 4 – Home & School Meeting ,6:00 p.m.

    • March 25– Conferences from 12:30–3:30 p.m. (early dismissal)

    • March 26 – Conferences from 3:30–5:30 p.m.

    April 2026

    • April 1 – Home & School Meeting, 6:00 p.m

    May 2026

    • May 6 – Home & School Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

    • May 25 – No School: Memorial Day

    June 2026

    • June 3 – Home & School Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

    • June 19 – No School: Juneteenth

    Thank you for partnering with us to make Farley a joyful and thriving school community.

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