Jordan/Jackson News You Can Use
April 6, 2023
To Reduce Test Anxiety
Parents and families can do several things to create a positive test-taking experience and help students prepare for tests. “Test anxiety” is worrying too much about doing well on a test. It can keep students from doing their best. Some ways to help reduce anxiety are:
● Talk about the test in a positive way.
● Encourage best effort.
● Encourage your child to focus on his or her strengths, such as a good memory or strong analytical skills.
● Assure your child that the test is only one measure of academic performance.
● Assure your child that their teacher has provided them with excellent strategies to help them have a successful test experience. Remind your child to be confident and use these strategies.
● Make sure your child gets a good night's sleep and has a good breakfast.
Remember—you are very important to your child’s success in school and in life. Your interest and support let your child know you believe in them and that you value education. We hope these suggestions help you help your child have a positive testing experience.
Attention 4th Grade Families
Greetings from the Nurses. Recently there were letters sent home to some 4th grade students with information about physical exams. Unfortunately, there was a typographical error and we would like to clarify. If you received a letter, please see below for the corrected date. We apologize for any confusion. Don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.
Under Massachusetts General Law 105 CMR 200.00, Mansfield Public Schools require documentation of physical exams in grades Pre-K, K, 4, 7, and 10 (as well as each year for high school sports eligibility). We will accept physicals dated from 9/1/2021 and after.
Click the following link for a copy of the corrected letter: 4th Grade Physical Letters
Healthy Decision Making Presentation
On February 15th, MHS hosted Rebecca Fidler, LMHC, for a parent night centered on support for parents centered around vaping and having conversations with their child about the dangers of vaping. The presentation was taped and can be accessed by clicking this link to our Health Services page, Vaping Resources.
For parents that are interested in specific points of emphasis from the presentation, each section is broken down below with the timing from the video noted:
Education about Vaping ( at 6 minutes, 28 seconds)
Health Risks
Impact of Marketing on Youth
Prevention vs. Intervention (at 47 minutes)
Peer Pressure vs. Peer Influence
Communication Strategies (at 59 minutes)
How Habits Form and Lead to Addiction (at 1hr, 17 seconds)
Quitting Resources (at 1hr, 22 seconds)
Register Now For The 16th Annual Great Mansfield Cleanup on April 29
Spring is here and that means it’s once again time for Keep Mansfield Beautiful’s annual Great Mansfield Cleanup. This year’s cleanup takes place on Saturday, April 29, from 9 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., rain or shine, followed by a volunteer-appreciation pizza party for volunteers on the South Common in front of Town Hall.
Join with your classmates, friends, or family, and show your pride in a cleaner, greener Mansfield. Students can also earn community service hours by participating! The deadline for pre-registering for this year’s Great Mansfield Cleanup is Friday April 14. Visit www.keepmansfieldbeautiful.com to volunteer and help keep Mansfield beautiful and litter-free.
Harvest of the Month
The Jordan/Jackson food service assistants are collaborating with our Health teacher Ms. Memoli to celebrate harvest of the month in our cafeteria. Ms. Memoli will incorporate nutrition facts in her lesson plans on specific fruits and vegetables in Grade 5. Students have been creating posters highlighting facts, recipes, and pictures. These posters are hung around our cafeteria for all students to see.These fruits and vegetables will be featured in our menu throughout the month.
February: Tomatoes
March: Apples
April: Carrots
May: Cucumbers
MANSFIELD SUMMER INSTITUTE
The Summer Institute is back! Our five week summer enrichment program will start on June 26th. The Summer Institute is full of exciting athletic and enrichment courses for children going into grades K-8. Before and aftercare options are offered as well. The online catalog will be available in early April. Please click the link below for more details.
MESA Spring Fling - May 12
Join us on Friday, May 12th at the Guild in Pawtucket for a fun night of live music & dancing, food trucks & desserts and some amazing auction items and raffle prizes! All proceeds go to programs that support students and teachers in Robinson & Jordan/Jackson Elementary Schools.
Tickets can be purchased through our website: Tickets to MESA's Spring Fling
The MESA Spring Fling raises money to fund critical enrichment activities and programs not covered by the Mansfield Elementary school budget for the two elementary schools. This includes literacy programs, in-school field trips, teacher appreciation, teacher grants, school improvement initiatives, and much more. In addition, funding supports school social events like the Kindergarten Social, 5th Grade Graduation Celebration, and Hornet Harvest.
HORNET ELECTRONIC BACKPACK - Check Out New Events That Have Been Added to the E-Backpack!
CAMP INVENTION REGISTRATION
This year’s all-new program is designed to ignite wonder, encourage confidence and build essential STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) skills through collaborative, creative problem solving. As campers join their friends in so much hands-on fun and excitement, they will be blown away by their discoveries and STEM successes!
SECURE YOUR SPOT TODAY!
Register at INVENT.ORG/CAMP or 800-968-4332
Grades: 1st - 6th
Location: Jordan/Jackson Elementary School
255 East St., Mansfield, MA 02048
Date: July 31 - August 4, 2023
Time & Cost: 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM | $310 (before discount)
Camp Director: Shannon Sanville | shannon.sanville@mansfieldschools.com
