Superintendent's Update
March 22, 2024
FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT'S DESK
As we head into a very busy time of year, our students will continue to grow and develop their social and academic skills while also enjoying the many fun events that happen toward the end of the school year. As you might imagine we have numerous school based events and many field trips upcoming which all contribute to the experience of our students. That being said, the social and emotional health of our students and their academic success remain our priority. I want to remind families that if you have questions or concerns about your child's progress, please reach out to your child's teacher. We want to collaborate with you and we want you to feel fully informed about your child's progress.
I would also like to remind everyone that we do not monitor local Facebook pages for school related content. If you have a concern or a question about something at your child's school, please reach out either to the teacher or the building administrator. We are committed to continuous improvement and if you have feedback that would help us to improve, we ask that you please share it with us. The education of your child(ren) is a partnership and we truly want the Auburn Public Schools to be the very best it can be.
We have recently received a grant that will allow some of our staff to receive additional training on how to support students with chronic absenteeism. The goal of this grant to improve our skill set in helping students who struggle with school attendance to improve. We know that there are a variety of reasons as to why students are sometimes reluctant to attend school and we are working to do everything we can to find ways to support them. If your child struggles with school attendance, please reach out the school counselor or the building administrator. We will be happy to work with you to develop a plan of support. Students can't do well in school if they struggle to come to school. Let's work together to help our students.
As a reminder, the fee for bus transportation will increase for any registrations received after May 1st. As of today, we only have 298 bus registrations for next school year. Don't hesitate! Register your child now and save! Follow the Quick Link below and put bus registration in the rear view mirror!
I wish you all a safe and fun filled weekend and I thank you for your continued support of the Auburn Public Schools.
Best,
Beth
IMPORTANT DATES
PATRIOTS' DAY-NO SCHOOL
Monday, Apr 15, 2024, 07:00 AM
APRIL VACATION WEEK APRIL 15-APRIL 19-NO SCHOOL
Saturday, Mar 9, 2024, 07:00 AM
2024-2025 BUS APPLICATIONS DUE
Wednesday, May 1, 2024, 04:00 PM
HALF DAY FOR STUDENTS-PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR STAFF
Friday, May 10, 2024, 07:00 AM
MEMORIAL DAY-NO SCHOOL
Monday, May 27, 2024, 07:00 AM
AUBURN HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION
Friday, May 31, 2024, 06:30 PM
APS RESOURCES
APS QUICK LINKS
AUBURN COMMUNITY EVENTS AND INFORMATION
AUBURN HIGH SCHOOL PRESENTS-THE HUNCHBACK OF NOTRE DAME
CRADLES TO CRAYONS
With the guidance from Project 351, Auburn Public Schools is participating in a clothing drive for Cradles to Crayons. Donations of new or gently used clothing ranging from newborn to age 12 will be accepted. Our clothing drive will be held from March 25th-April 5th and there is a collection box in the lobby of each school. Any donation is greatly appreciated, thank you for your support!
AUBURN TOWN WIDE CLEAN UP
Please see the attached flyer to get involved with the Auburn Town Wide Clean UP Day being held on May 4, 2024.
AUBURN MIDDLE SCHOOL SUMMER STEM CAMP REGISTRATION
AUBURN RAILER'S FAN APPRECIATION NIGHT
DISNEY BREAKFAST-AUBURN HIGH SCHOOL
AUBURN YOUTH AND FAMILY CASINO NIGHT
SPECIAL OLYMPICS BOWLING EVENT
TOPSoccer REGISTRATION
Registration for our TOPs program is open until 4/1 and is available for residents of Auburn and surrounding towns.
We are also looking for buddies age 13+ to be part of the program as 1 on 1 coaches.
US Youth Soccer TOPSoccer (The Outreach Program for Soccer) is a recreational sports program for children and adults with intellectual, emotional, or physical disabilities offered only through local US Youth Soccer-affiliated soccer clubs. TOPSoccer provides people with diverse abilities an opportunity to play soccer in a structured environment that is safe, fun, supportive, and inclusive. In the TOPS format, coaches or “buddies” work with the TOPSoccer players in a one-on-one format on the field.
This year our program will be held at the turf field at Pappas and will be on Saturdays at 9am. To register, visit https://www.unitedsoccerofauburn.com/ Questions? Contact: Malory O’Brien tops@usauburn.com
AUBURN FAST PITCH LEAGUE
Auburn Fastpitch is working hard to get American Legion Lady Fastpitch Softball started in Massachusetts! Legion softball has started in other parts of the USA and it’s about time we started this here giving our young women the same opportunities our young men get through Legion Baseball.
Do you think you might be interested?
What you need to know:
· This is for girls in grade 8 through 12. Girls entering 8th grade in fall 2024 are eligible to play.
· The American Legion Lady Fastpitch league will not interfere with travel or school softball.
· This program is a great way for girls in grades 8th-12th to play competitive softball but at an affordable cost and in some cases for free.
· We are expecting the cost to be $50-$100, however, we are hoping to get a full sponsorship to fund the player cost.
· All games will take place during the week with the occasional Sunday evenings. They will have to play a minimum of 10 games starting in June and ending with playoffs at the end of July.
· There will be a try-out, date is TBD.
· You do not need to live in Auburn to play, anyone can join our team.
· This is independent and separate from Auburn Fastpitch.
If you are interested in receiving more information, please fill out this link and we will pass along information as it comes.
AUBURN WORCESTER YOUTH LACROSSE REGISTRATION
UNITED SOCCER REGISTRATION
AUBURN FAST PITCH REGISTRATION NOW OPEN
The Spring season runs April through June, ages 5 and older. Registration closes March 15th, 2024. Register before 12/31/23 for a $25 early bird discount !
For registration or for more information go to:www.auburnfastpitch.org
AUBURN LITTLE LEAGUE REGISTRATION
Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much. ~Helen Keller