Sherwood Middle School
August 29, 2021 Update
Dear Sherwood Families,
It was great to see so many students and families at our Open House this past Wednesday and we are very excited to be welcoming students to Sherwood this Wednesday and Thursday!
We know that the beginning of a new school year can bring on a variety of feelings for both students and parents. Please remember that all of these feelings are normal and we will be here to help and support you and your child every step of the way.
Please review this week's update for important reminders about the first week.
See you on Wednesday :)
Jonathan Kelly
Email: jkelly@shrewsbury.k12.ma.us
Website: https://schools.shrewsburyma.gov/sherwood
Location: 28 Sherwood Avenue, Shrewsbury, MA, USA
Phone: 508-841-8670
Karen Gutekanst
Email: kgutekanst@shrewsbury.k12.ma.us
Website: https://schools.shrewsburyma.gov/sherwood
Location: 28 Sherwood Avenue, Shrewsbury, MA, USA
Phone: 508-841-8670
Heather Gablaski
Email: hgablaski@shrewsbury.k12.ma.us
Website: https://schools.shrewsburyma.gov/sherwood
Location: 28 Sherwood Avenue, Shrewsbury, MA, USA
Phone: 508-841-8670
A Message From Mr. Kelly
Team Assignments, Homeroom Lists, & Supplies
Team Assignments are available to view through the Powerschool parent portal. Call our Main Office at 508-841-8670 if you need any assistance.
Homeroom Lists are posted on the Main Entrance windows in front of the school for those that could not attend the Open House on Wednesday.
Supply Lists are also listed on our website under this link. They are also posted on the front windows near the Main Office entrance of our school. Students that did not get a chance to bring them to the Open House should bring them to school on Wednesday.
Open House Information
Open House Orientation Presentation
First Week of School Schedule
Wednesday, September 1st: Day 1: First Day of School: Wear Your Team Colors!!!
Thursday, September 2nd: Day 2
Friday, September 3rd: No School- PD Day for Staff
Monday, September 6th- No School - Labor Day Holiday
Tuesday, September 7th: Day 3
Where Do I Go On The First Day Of School?
Grade 5 and any new students will report to the gymnasium to meet their teachers.
Grade 6 students will report to their homeroom to meet their teachers.
ALL Students: REMEMBER TO WEAR YOUR TEAM COLORS!!!
Don't worry, there will be plenty of adults around the building to help you figure out where you are supposed to go. :)
This Week's Lunch Menu
You can also find this month's full lunch menu here.
Arrival and Dismissal Procedures
Parent/Guardian Drop Off
We would ask all parents/guardians to stay in your car and allow your child to walk in the building on their own. There will be plenty of adults outside to greet them and help them! We want to ensure that everyone is safe, as there will be many cars coming into the parking lot. Thank you for your cooperation!
The school day runs from 8:00 am-2:35 pm
Students may arrive at 7:30 am
Students who arrive prior to 7:45 am report to the cafeteria
Students who arrive after 7:45 am report directly to homeroom
Breakfast is served in the cafeteria from 7:45 am-8:10 am
Students who arrive after 8:00 am need to enter the building near the Main Office
Dismissal starts at 2:35 pm
Parent/Guardian Pick Up
Please print out this sheet and have it filled out and visible if you are picking up your child.
Return to School COVID-19 Protocols
Please read the information that Dr. Sawyer sent this past Friday, August 27th.
COVID-19 PROTOCOLS
Recently, the Shrewsbury School Committee unanimously approved a set of COVID-19 mitigation protocols for the opening of the school year, which can be found here.
FAQ DOCUMENT
In response to inquiries and to provide even more detailed information, we are providing a Frequently Asked Questions document to you. I hope that this information is helpful as you prepare for the new school year. Please click here to view the FAQ document.
INFORMATIONAL WEBINAR
In addition, we are holding an informational webinar for families at 4:30pm on Monday, August 30 to provide information about our COVID-19 mitigation protocols and to answer questions. The webinar panel will include Dr. Andrea Ciaranello, an infectious disease specialist from Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School; Dr. Timothy Gibson, our school physician who practices pediatrics at UMass Memorial Hospital and is on the faculty of the UMass Medical School; and Noelle Freeman, our Director of School Nursing. To join the webinar, go to this link: https://shrewsburyps.zoom.us/j/86710024601.
MORE INFORMATION FOUND AT SHREWSBURY PUBLIC SCHOOLS WEBSITE
We are excited about the start of the new school year next week! The first day of school is September 1 for Grades 1-12 and September 2 for Preschool and Kindergarten. Please go to our website at https://schools.shrewsburyma.gov if you are looking for information about transportation, summer reading, school hours, etc., as you finalize your planning for the return to school. Please also note that due to important staff meetings and training, the School Department's Central Office at the Shrewsbury Town Hall will open at 9:30am on Monday, August 30 and at 11:30am on Tuesday, August 31.
Important Upcoming Dates
Curriculum Nights
Please join us for this year’s Curriculum Nights held on:
Monday, September 20th 6:00-7:30pm (Grade 5)
Tuesday, September 21st 6:00-7:30pm (Grade 6)
These nights are a great way to learn more about the academic and extra curricular programming that is available here at Sherwood.
It is also a way for you to meet your child's teachers and learn more about their school day and learning experiences.
We look forward to seeing you!
Reminders About School Lunch
Shrewsbury Public Schools is providing free meals to all students under the USDA’s Child Nutrition Programs (Seamless Summer Option). Children enrolled in the district are eligible for these free meals regardless of their eligibility status through June 30, 2022.
Free and Reduced Price Meal Applications are used to determine free or reduced cost eligibility for many school programs: sports, transportation, music etc. if there is financial need. To qualify for reduced costs for programs you must fill out a Free and Reduced Application. Applications are available online at: https://www.lunchapp.com/ . Applications must be submitted this school year by October 8,2021 to continue eligibility. If you received a letter from the Food Service Department stating your children were eligible for free or reduced meals in school year 2021-2022 as a result of a Direct Certification from the Department of Health and Human Services for school year 2021-2022,you do not need to fill out an online application.
Applications will be accepted at any time during the school year for new applicants as the need arises for families. If you need an application at any time during the school year visit our web pages http://schools.shrewsburyma.gov/foodsvc/ and fill out the online application: https://www.lunchapp.com/ . Eligibility is governed by guidelines set by the Federal Government. A notification will be sent to all families stating what program they qualify for. If you need help filling out the application, or have questions about the Free and Reduced Meal Program:
Please call the Food Service Department at 508-841-8819 or email Beth Nichols the Food Service Director at bnichols@shrewsbury.k12.ma.us
From the Nurses Office
Please Contact Us With Any Health Related Questions or Concerns
Linda Berard, BSN, RN
Sherwood Middle School Nurse
lberard@shrewsbury.k12.ma.us
Phone: 508-841-8678
Fax: 508-841-8677
Kristin Franger, BSN, RN, NCSN
Sherwood Middle School Nurse
Phone: 508-841-8678
Fax: 508-841-8677
Still Have Questions? We're Here to Help
Please call our Main Office and our Administrative Assistants will help you.
Helen Kvaracein
Email: hkvaracein@shrewsbury.k12.ma.us
Location: 28 Sherwood Avenue, Shrewsbury, MA, USA
Phone: 508-841-8670
Kristen Ward
Email: krward@shrewsbury.k12.ma.us
Location: 28 Sherwood Avenue, Shrewsbury, MA, USA
Phone: 508-841-8670