Plymouth Public Schools

PCIS FAMILY LITERACY NIGHT!

LITERACY LEADS LEARNING was certainly evident last night at PCIS's Literacy Night! A very special THANK YOU to the PCIS Literacy Support Team for a fantastic evening.

Throughout the evening, families were able to engage with writers, artists and community organizations who shared how literacy has positively impacted their careers. Three outstanding authors spoke about their most recently published books and what or who inspired them to become writers. There were lots of wonderful activities for students including Big Ryan’s Tall Tales, Autumn Seasonal Stargazing in the Planetarium, Coffee House performances, MakerSpace and story time Curious George.

Thank you to all volunteers, guest speakers and organizations for taking part in this great event! PCIS continues their literacy celebrations today during the school day. We look forward to many more literacy events to come.

Happy Halloween!

The preschool had their Halloween parties on Tuesday where they could wear their costume to school and go trick or treating down the hall of the preschool. Therapists and teachers dressed up along with the children and handed out little toys and stickers to them along their trick-or-treating path. The motor room was turned into a haunted house with ghosts, spiders and jack-o-lanterns that the children had created. A fun time was had by all!

Fun in Math!

Kindergarten was very busy this week exploring pumpkins in a variety of ways. Mrs. Marchsianni spent Tuesday afternoon with Mrs. Pagnotti’s class making mathematical discoveries. We investigated measurement, estimation and counting to 100. On Wednesday the kindergarten classes enjoyed a ‘mixed up’ center time. Ms. Naugler’s and Mrs. Pagnotti’s classes were mixed together and worked in groups on a variety of seasonal activities.

Second Step program

Mrs. William's 4th graders watch a second step video together and then they delve into the message of the video in small groups Second step focuses on empathy, emotion management and problem solving. These topics lead to many engaging conversations.

math workshop stations

Manomet Elementary first graders spent time this week dissecting pumpkins as they completed some of their math workshop stations. Special thanks to the many parent volunteers who came in to help make this so successful!

Writing Workshop

Second graders at NMES are wrapping up the Personal Narrative Unit in Writing Workshop. This week, students worked with partners to make their writing even better. The goal was to make their stories "ready for the world". Students acted as teachers as they helped their partners improve their writing. The peer advice was thoughtful and kind, and made the editing process extra fun and meaningful for the young writers.

Book Character Pumpkin Challenge

SES participated in their first ever Book Character Pumpkin Challenge! Classes worked together to turn a pumpkin into a favorite book character. The library was turned into the most amazing pumpkin patch ever! Thank you Mrs. Godfrey for coordinating the Pumpkin Challenge! You're the best!

Witch's Brew

Miss Smith’s class made Witch Brew today by trying different combinations of liquids and solids to find two that when put together, had a chemical reaction and bubbled up like a witch’s brew does!

Pumpkin Investigation

Our kindergarten students have been busy at work in science. They conducted a pumpkin investigation and used their detective skills to determine whether it would sink or float.

Beautification Project

The Seventh Grade Senators spent a few weeks outdoors beautifying the entrance to PCIS. They added mums around the flag pole and in the gardens along with hostas. They also raked up leaves and spread black mulch. Shout out to Mr. Anti, Mr. Halloran, and Mrs. Tamulionis for all of their help removing bushes. The Senators will continue to build gardens and beautify PCIS in the Spring!

Fuel Up to Play 60

PCIS celebrated their Fuel Up to Play 60 kickoff with an indoor picnic provided by PCIS Food Services, which supports healthy eating for our students. Participating students pledged to support an active lifestyle and healthy eating habits.

PSMS cross country

Congratulations to the following PSMS cross country runners who took home awards at this week's South Shore Middle School League Invitational meet: Logan Patterson- 1st place 5/6 grade boys, Owen Michelin 3rd place, Justin LaChance 5th place and Luke Vanscoy 13th place in the 7/8 grade race. Reese Pinzino 12th and Haleigh Hockenberry 14th place in the girls' race.

Mentoring program with NMES

Plymouth Harbor Academy (PHA) had their first day of our newly formed mentorship program between Nathanial Morton Elementary School and PHA. Pairing up the two schools is a positive experience for both for the elementary school students, who are receiving direct attention and lessons from high school students but also our PHA students who are able to practice many of our core values including, leadership, accountability and communication. We are excited to continue to grow and learn from each other!

Plymouth South High School Supporting Breast Cancer Awareness

A great big thank you to all who participated in The Pink Dress Campaign as well as the PSHS fundraiser to help support our local BID Breast Cancer Center and Cranberry Hospice of Plymouth. Staff raised a total of $777.25, Cosmetology and the Field Hockey Team together raised $691.00 for a total of $1463.00, thank you to all. Also, the Marketing Project "Pink Dress" also raised a very nice amount in the sales of pink dresses and bow ties!!