Center School
Back To School Information
Throughout the school year, I will share a weekly newsletter to help keep the Center School community informed of upcoming events and other relevant school information.
You may also find the Center School webpage helpful when looking for school information.
http://www.easton.k12.ma.us/our_schools/center_school/index.php
Coming Soon ... the Blanche A. Ames Elementary School
It is a pleasure to welcome you and your child to Center School and the soon-to-be Blanche A. Ames Elementary School community! Our school year will begin at Center School and with the completion of the new elementary building project, scheduled for January 2023, we will move into the Blanche A. Ames School for the remainder of the school year. Updates will be provided throughout the fall with what to expect in regard to our move.
Resources for Preparing Your Child
Important Dates
Monday 8/29/2022 = New Student Orientation, 10am
for Gr. 1 & 2 students NEW to Center School
Monday 8/29/2021 = Back to School Family Picnic, 6 - 7pm
Wednesday 8/31/2022 = First Day of School for Gr.1 & 2 students
Thursday 9/1/2022 = 6:30pm - Kindergarten Parent Information Night (Parents only)
Friday 9/2/2022 = Kindergarten Open House for parents and students
- 9:30 = Mrs. Powers and Mrs. Dutra
- 1:00 = Mrs. McLaughlin
Tuesday 9/6/2022 = Preschool Open House by appointment
Wednesday 9/7/2022 = First Day of School for Preschool and Kindergarten students
For Your Planning
Monday 9/12 - Grade 1 Parent Night, 6:30pm
Tuesday 9/13 - Grade 2 Parent Night, 6:30pm
Wednesday 9/14 - Picture Day
General Information
School Hours
Preschool = 8:45am - 1:45pm
Kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2 = 9:10 am - 3:25 pm
Transportation
Please keep an eye out for an email including a Transportation Form. A form must be submitted for every student to let us know your child's arrival and dismissal plans.
Morning Drop Off
- Preschool Drop Off = 8:35 - 8:45am
Stay in a single file and pull up in front of the building to drop children off. Staff members will supervise students as they exit their vehicle on the passenger side immediately upon pulling up. Parents should remain in the car whenever possible.
- Kindergarten, Grade 1 & 2 Drop Off = 8:55 - 9:10am
For SAFETY sake, parents should NOT form drop off line before 8:55am.
Stay in a single file and pull up in front of the building to drop children off. Staff members will supervise students as they exit their vehicle on the passenger side immediately upon pulling up. Parents should remain in the car whenever possible.
It is unlawful to pass a bus when its lights are on and the STOP sign is extended.
Preschool Dismissal at 1:45pm - Van and caregiver pick ups will wait in a single line in front of building. Staff members will bring students to the vehicles. Parents should remain in cars until child is ready to enter the vehicle.
Kindergarten, Grade 1 & 2 Afternoon Dismissal
- 3:20 pm = K,1 & 2 Parent Pick up
Approved adults picking up students at the end of the school day must park their vehicles and proceed to their child’s classroom exit door. Adults should wait outside until a Center School staff member releases their child
- 3:30 pm = Load busses and students report to Y Program
Bus Stops
Bus Stops including pick up and drop off times will be shared prior to the start of school and will be posted on the Center School webpage as soon as they are finalized.
http://www.easton.k12.ma.us/our_schools/center_school/index.php
It typically takes up to a week or so for busses to run on a consistent time schedule. We suggest being at the bus stop early (both in the morning and afternoon) until a regular time is established. Please be advised that K-2 students will not be dropped off at a bus stop without a designated, responsible person to meet them.
Breakfast and Lunch Program
The Easton Public Schools will offer a cost-free breakfast and lunch for all students during the 2022-2023 school year.
- Breakfast will be available to interested students in the cafeteria upon arrival.
- Students who wish to receive a school lunch will order each morning in their classrooms. Students may bring a lunch from home if they prefer.
- Menus will be posted on the Center School website, sent home each month and shared in the weekly newsletter.
Dismissal Map
Recess/Lunchroom Aides Needed
We are in need of Playground/Lunch Aides for the upcoming 2022-2023 school year. These paid positions will require a commitment of 2 hours (10:50 am -12:50 pm) daily supervising students in grades K-2 on the playground and/or in the lunchroom.
Outside duties include supervising playground play and managing the students’ transition from recess to lunch. During inclement weather, recess is indoors. At these times, duties include supervising students in their classrooms.
This is a great opportunity for college students, parents, seniors, and anyone who enjoys working with young children.
If interested, please contact school secretary, Mrs. Karen Diamond at (508) 230-3233 or by email kdiamond@easton.k12.ma.us
Center School
Email: aweintrob@easton.k12.ma.us
Website: http://cms.revize.com/revize/eastonpublicschools/our_schools/center_school/index.php
Location: 388 Depot Street
Phone: 508-230-3233
Twitter: @AnnWeintrob