A Special Visit: Team Hoyt
Later this month, we will have a special visit from Russ and Rick Hoyt. They will be presenting Marathon Elementary with a Team Hoyt lithograph designated for our school. The lithograph is signed and numbered by Dustin Neece, the artist. Even more meaningful is that Dick Hoyt signed it for "our friends at Hopkinton's Marathon School." He did so less than a week before he passed.
Accompanying this will be a personal presentation of Rick’s Story, The Story of Rick Hoyt. Mottos that he lives by Yes You Can, You Can Do Hard Things are an inspiration. Rick can’t use his hands to write but wrote a book. Rick can’t talk but can use a computer to communicate. When Rick got home after his first race he typed on his computer: “When I’m running it feels like my disability disappears!” The “Yes You Can” message is one of great importance to all of us.
Click for information about the Dick Hoyt Memorial Yes You Can Run Together.
This 5 Mile Run will be held in Hopkinton at EMC Park on Saturday, May 27. It is to honor the same distance as the first race Dick Hoyt ever ran with his son Rick. There will be a 2 Mile Walk to show that "twogether" we can all participate. A Kids Fun Run will take place on the baseball field at EMC Park following the walk and run. There is no cost for the Kids Fun Run as it is being sponsored by DICK'S SPORTING GOODS.
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Hopkinton Special Education Parent Advisory Council: SEPAC
Dear Marathon Families,
My name is Erica Seekell and I am the Marathon Elementary School Parent Liaison for SEPAC. SEPAC stands for Special Education Parent Advisory Council. Our mission is to create a strong, collaborative relationship between parents, caregivers, and schools for the benefit of students with special needs and disabilities, thereby improving education for all students. Membership is open to all parents, caregivers, and allies.
I am a mom of 2 children. My daughter attends Marathon Integrated Preschool on an individualized education program (IEP) because she is a medically complex child. Please contact me for more information about SEPAC at ESeekell@gmail.com or Sepachopkinton@gmail.com.
Please take a moment to fill out our SEPAC Survey.
You are invited to attend our monthly events! We would love to meet you!
Sincerely-
Erica Seekell
May SEPAC Event
Hopkinton SEPAC Parent / Caregiver Movie Event: “Champions” (2023)
“A former minor-league basketball coach is ordered by the court to manage a team of players with intellectual disabilities. He soon realizes that despite his doubts, together, this team can go further than they ever imagined.”-IMDb.com
Come watch a movie with us! We will be serving popcorn and refreshments.
When: Tuesday, May 16th at 10 am
Where: Hopkinton Public Library, Betty Strong Room (Large Event Room)
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BINGO for Books
Stop by the cafeteria during the Book Fair to play a game or two with Mrs. Morarity, Elementary ELA Director, and Mrs. Dubeau, Principal. BINGO winners will choose from a great selection of books for the prize.
BINGO opens at 6:30!
Looking Ahead: Field Day 2023
Kindergarten: June 5
Morning Session: 9:10 - 10:55 - volunteer arrival 8:45
Burgess / Stanton
Caffrey
Jensen
Kern
Kirby
Murphy
Volent
Afternoon Session 1:05 - 2:50 - volunteer arrival 12:40
Chagnon
Dauphin
Ferguson
Gadson
Homan
Robinson
First Grade: June 6
Morning Session: 9:10 - 10:55 - volunteer arrival 8:45
Allen
Beauregard
Davis
Hadfield
Kahn
Kane
Sanford
Afternoon Session 1:05 - 2:50 - volunteer arrival 12:40
Aniello
Avola
Denault
Farrell
Wedemeyer
Williamson
Yazdi / McDermott
General raindates: June 7 & 8
Our Wellness Teachers in collaboration with the HPTO coordinate station rotations for Field Day fun each June. This is a student event with parent volunteers facilitating the different station activities. Field Day is not a spectator event.
The HPTO will coordinate volunteers and the sign-up will open Wednesday, May 3, at 9 pm.
Questions? Email Marathonvp@hptoonline.com