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The Latest On All Things Lower Mills This Week
When you enter this building...
~You are the Light of Christ
~You are Scientists
~You are Authors
~You are Important
~You are Leaders
~You are Explorers
~You are Readers
~You are Thinkers
~You are Creators
~You are Friends
~You are Loved
~You are a child of God
Lower Mills celebrates Catholic Schools Week 2018! #CSW18
Sunday, January 28th: Celebrating Our Parish #CSW18
Lower Mills Student Ambassadors proudly welcome parishioners to the 10am Mass!
In Our School...
We Help Others
We Have Pride
We Honor Saints
We Work Hard
We Pray
We Love Jesus
We Celebrate
We Forgive
We Grow
We Are Family
Student Ambassadors were able to celebrate Mass and read the Prayers of the Faithful.
Selfies with Father Daily are always a good idea!
Monday, January 29th: Celebrating Our Community #CSW18
On Monday, we welcomed Mayor Walsh, Boston Police Superintendent-In-Chief William Gross, members of the Boston Police Command Staff as well as the Boston Police Department School Unit.
Student Ambassador, Tamantha from grade 8, welcomes Mayor Walsh!
Student Ambassador, Jason from grade 7, welcomes Commissioner Evans!
Mayor Walsh stops to say hello to Kailyn from K1B!
Thank you to all of the families and community partners who donated supplies! We were able to fill over 500 Blessing Bags!
Body wash, soap and packets of tissues.
Warm hats, gloves, scarves and socks.
Toothpaste, toothbrushes, mouthwash and dental floss.
Officer Jeff Lopes is a true champion and advocate for ALL students in the City of Boston! A huge shout out to Officer Lopes and the Boston Police School Unit as they were instrumental partners in making this day happen!
The City of Boston loved our Blessing Bag idea so much, they made a video about it! Click below to watch!
Boston City TV is correct! Service to others has always been a hallmark of the Catholic Church and Catholic Schools. We are proud to continue this legacy!
Mayor Walsh shares his experiences as a Catholic School student when he was younger!
Maliyah, grade 4 scholar, and her beautiful family with Mayor Walsh
Commissioner Evans speaks to the importance of Catholic Schools and the Catholic Church in his life!
Mayor Walsh helps Jade from K2A fill her Blessing Bag.
Boston Police School Unit are amazing partners to the Lower Mills Campus!
Commissioner Evans fills a Blessing Bag with Stephen and Brandon!
Blades the Boston Bruins loved spending the day at
Lower Mills for Catholic Schools Week!
Detective Busby from Boston Police School Unit group hug!
Commissioner Finn from Boston Fire Dept. loves his gift from 2.9, PreK-B, K1B and K2B!
I think Ashlee from JAMN 94.5 was happy to see our students!
Taniya from HGTV fills Blessing Bags with our students!
She loved her gift from Grades 1 and 2!
Tuesday, January 30th: Celebrating Our Students #CSW18
I scream! You scream! We all scream for Ice Cream!
Go Big or Go Home right!?!
Pajama Day and Ice Cream...what's better than that!
Dressing in the Decades! Can you guess what Decade grade 6 had?
Herbie, Jonathan and Lawrence looked amazing!
Even the cast of That 70's Show retweeted us!
A few of our scaly friends that visited Early Childhood from Rainforest Reptiles!
Ms. Warshafsky did not want to hold the alligator!
A friendly Land turtle makes his way to the Media Center!
Did you know that snakes do not like loud noises?
Giac, I think something is touching your head?
Students ended the day with STEM games and board games in the afternoon!
Wednesday, January 31st: Celebrating Our Nation #CSW18
Students wore clothes that represent their culture and nationality. Lower Mills is proud to represent a diverse school community!
Laila poses for Ms. Petterson!
Grade 2 students raise your flags high with pride!
What beautiful colors! Grade 4, thank you for sharing your flags!
It's Middle School Debate Time!
Respond to the question: Do you think texting while walking should be banned? Should it be illegal?
Ms Brandley announces the winners!
Congrats to:
Christine, grade 8
Blair, grade 7
Dillon, grade 6
The surprise prize was....going to the Celtics Game on Friday night!
We were able to support the 2018 City of Boston Homeless Census!
45 teams went out to deliver our Blessing Bags throughout the City of Boston! I was able to join with Boston Police School Unit to deliver bags to people experiencing homelessness around Boston Common and Downtown Crossing. The 500 plus Blessing Bags we made a HUGE impact that evening to support people most in need. We were able to spread our Blessing Bags to many Veterans through the Homeless Census as well as through the Veterans Association.
Thursday, February 1st: Celebrating Our Vocations #CSW18
It's Pep Rally Time! #LowerMillsPride
Your sign is gorgeous...don't you worry Esiah, I love you too!
Not only did Grade One have purple as their grade level color...
Grade 4 went all out! It looked liked a Celtics Game with all that green
Masquerade Relay Races! No one even kept track of who won because we were having so much fun!
Friday, February 2nd: Celebrating Our Teachers and Faculty #CSW18
Thank you to all of the Lower Mills families who wrote personalized notes, brought in delicious treats or stopped by to show your appreciation. We love our students and families!
Niyah's mom made a delicious two-tier cake for the faculty topped with chocolate covered strawberries!
A beautiful candle shines the Light of Christ on our school community.
Ms. Carmody & Mrs. Hockey enjoy a delicious lunch together!
Handmade organic lotions and oils for our teachers!
Cupcakes by Nyles mom in PreK-B made with love!
No better way to end Catholic Schools Week then at a Celtics Game!
We are #Boston! Only Celtics Authentic Fans here!
Stephen got to spend time with Lucky and get a signed basketball!
Herbie is an exemplar Student Ambassador, showcasing his mentoring skills!
Thank you to all of our friends at Boston Police School Unit and the Campaign for Catholic Schools!
Don't forget to read at home for a minimum of 30 minutes per night! Below is our link to Tumblebooks...a free, amazing resource with hundreds of titles for all ages! Click on the link below the picture.
We need your help! #OperationEnrollment
Upcoming dates:
Friday, February 9th: Grade 8 Olympic Games at Prayer Service
Friday, February 9th: MAP testing window closes
Friday, February 9th: Progress Reports sent home in backpacks
Week of February 12th: Strong Women Strong Girls begins
Tuesday, February 13th: TAG Day in memory of Connie, Father Daily's sister ($1+)
Tuesday, February 13th: Parent Corps meeting, 6pm in the Media Center
Wednesday, February 14th: Ash Wednesday, Parish Mass at 9am
Wednesday, February 14th: All lunch forms and payments due to the Main Office
Thursday, February 15th: All signed Progress Reports due back
Friday, February 16th: First Penance, 1pm at Saint Gregory's with Father Daily
Friday, February 16th: Last day of school before February vacation
Monday, February 19th to Friday, February 23rd: No School~February vacation
Monday, February 26th: School reopens after February vacation
Wednesday, February 28th: Middle School Authors' Cafe at 6pm in Room 248
Looking ahead...Save the dates!
Friday, March 9th: Professional Day for SJP2CA, no school for students
Friday, March 16th: School Mass, grade 3 leading
Friday, March 16th: Report Cards go home in backpacks
Friday, March 16th: Academy Middle School Dance at Lower Mills
Friday, March 23rd: Parent Teacher Conferences, no school for students
Sunday, April 29th: First Holy Communion
Together as Lower Mills students, families, teachers, staff and administration we are...
~Facilitating Thinking
~Engaging Minds
~Listening to Questions
~Encouraging Risks
~Supporting Struggle
~Cultivating Dreams
~Learning Everyday
~Living the Gospel
SJP2CA Referral Program
Email: lwarshafsky@sjp2ca.org
Website: www.sjp2ca.org
Location: 2222 Dorchester Avenue, Dorchester, MA 02124
Phone: 617-265-0019
Twitter: @SJP2CALowerMill
Important Contact Information
Have a question about transcripts for high schools? Email: ajackson@sjp2ca.org
Is your child going to be out sick for the day? Email Nurse Tanya: tezekiel@sjp2ca.org
Looking to reach the Main Office? Email Mrs. Walsh: awalsh@sjp2ca.org
Have a question about school lunch? Email Ms. Fran: fcamilo@sjp2ca.orgNeed to reach the Extended Day Program? Email Mr. Francois: falcindor@sjp2ca.org
Have a tuition question? Email Raymonde: ralcindor@sjp2ca.org
Have a question for the Principal? Email: lwarshafsky@sjp2ca.org