Emma L. Miller Friday Family Focus
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Friday, 4/5
Good Morning E.L.M. Families,
Happy Friday! Sadly, yesterday's snow day moved our last day of school out another day. Let's keep our finger's crossed that we've seen the last of old man winter. Please take a read of the important updates and news in planning for next week, this summer, and the 24-25 school year.
Penny-A-Thon 2024! Today will be our last day of the Penny-A-Thon. Sadly, our snow day put a bit of a damper on our competition. Right now the results are as follows: Gr. 5/6 is in the lead with (50.61) pennies, followed by 3/4 with (51.10) and PreK/K with (52.69), and 1/2 trailing in 4th place with (79.57). It's still anyone's game, so we'll see what today will bring. The class winner will be revealed during our morning announcements on Monday. On behalf of the PTG, we'd like to thank you all for your support of this important fundraiser!
>>>Photo of the Week: Readers are Leaders!
Next Week at a Glance:
Mon. - 4/8 - Solar Eclipse Day
Tues. - 4/9 - ELA MCAS
Wed. - 4/10 - ELA MCAS
Thurs. 4/11 -
Fri. 4/12 - Half Day of School
News, Updates & Reminders:
* In consideration of the snow day this week, our last day of school is now on Tuesday, June 18th, with dismissal at 11:30am. Please note that we do not have Aftercare available on Mon. June 17th or Tues. June 18th.
* The ELA MCAS testing for students in grades 3-6 will take place on Tuesday & Wednesday of next week. We appreciate your support and efforts in having students to school well rested, on time, and present during these days. Thank you.
* Summer Camp at Clarksburg School is now accepting registrations. It will run each week between July 1st - August 2nd. The age ranges to attend this program are for students that turn 3 years-old by 8/31/24 - Current 4th grade class. You can find more information and registration by following the link below.
* School Choice Kindergarten for 24-25: This coming school year Emma Miller will be opening five school choice seats in kindergarten. Priority will be given to those students who currently attend our preschool, and to those who have older siblings currently attending Emma Miller. We will also hold a lottery during the June School Committee meeting, if we have additional seats and more applicants than seats available. Students must be 5 years-old by August 31st to apply. Please submit school choice applications by Friday, May 31st.
* School Choice Gr. 1-6 for 24-25: Our school committee voted to not open up any new school choice seats in grades 1-6 for next year. This is a year-to-year decision based on our school's current level of enrollment, resources, supports and staffing.
* Preschool Program Update: Beginning the next school year Emma Miller will also no longer be accepting out-of-district enrollments for preschool. The Preschool program will be available to Savoy residents only that turn 4 years-old by August 31st. This decision was made based on a recommendation by our district's legal counsel.
* The SY 24-25 calendar has been approved. Please note a few changes from past years. Our first day will be on Tuesday, August 27th and the first two days of school will be half days with dismissal at 11:30am. A copy of the calendar is attached below.
* The Savoy School Committee also passed the FY25 budget this past week. Our budget will see an increase of 4.80% over FY24. This increase includes additional tuition for the middle & high school, contractual raises, and medical insurance costs. We also saw a decrease in a few grants that we have previously received. Also, in an effort to keep costs down, it has been decided that I will continue to teach in the 3/4 classroom for another year, while also maintaining principal duties, and Nurse Kate will continue to have administrative assistant and nurse duties. The FY25 budget will be sent to the town to be approved during Town Meeting on Wednesday, May 8th.
Planning Ahead:
* Nothing new for today.
PTG Updates & Reminders:
* The PTG is planning a spring dance to be held at the Savoy Fire Station on Saturday, May 18th. More information will be coming soon.
Health & Safety:
* Nothing new for today.
Have a great weekend,
Mrs. Tierney
#TEAMKID
Contact Information
Email: ttierney@savoyelementary.com
Website: www.savoyelementary.com
Location: 26 Chapel Rd, Savoy, MA, USA
Phone: 413-743-1992
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