Grafton Middle School
Newsletter - June 16, 2023
Upcoming Dates
Please check out important upcoming dates below!
Grafton Public Schools Calendar for 2023-2024
Important Upcoming Dates Below:
June 19 - Juneteenth (No School)
June 20 - Grade 8 Moving Up Ceremony at Grafton High School at 8:30am - See below for details.
June 20 - Last Day of School - Early Release Day 10:20am Dismissal for 7th Graders; 8th Graders may leave with families at end of Moving Up Ceremony
Check out our new GMS Calendar on our website! This new calendar includes weekly clubs and activities. Click on the link above, and scroll to the bottom of the page to see the new calendar.
Principal Talking Point
Grade 8 Moving Up Ceremony - June 20th 8:30am - 9:30am at Grafton High School Auditorium
We are very pleased to invite the parents/guardians of our 8th graders to the Grade 8 Moving
Up Ceremony is scheduled for Tuesday, June 20th from 8:30am - 9:30am. This event will be held in the
GHS Auditorium.
Important Details Regarding This Event:
1. Due to space, two guests are invited per 8th grade student. This is based on the honors system. We do not issue tickets.
2. Parking will be very, very, VERY challenging on June 20th. We urge you to please CARPOOL
and consider, if it is a nice day, parking in the center of town and walking down to
GHS for the event.
3. Please DO NOT PARK AT THE MUNICIPAL BUILDING/SENIOR CENTER on the hill.
ONLY PARK IN FRONT OF GHS/GMS or, if you are willing to help us out, park in the center of
town and walk down to the event.
4. 8th Graders will be dismissed at the end of the ceremony. Parents/Guardians will take their
8th grader with them at the end of the ceremony. It is a half day of school on June 20th, and
due to parking/traffic at dismissal, we ask that all 8th grade families leave the parking lot by
9:45am. This is when high school and 7th grade parents will be arriving for dismissal of all
other secondary grades.
5. We have been practicing the Moving Up Ceremony with your children, and we mentioned that this is a special occasion, so they may want to dress up. It may be quite warm in the filled GHS Auditorium. Nice shorts or a dress/skirt would help to keep the students cooler.
8th Grade QuebecTrip 2023-2024
Dear Parent/Guardians,
On May 1st, the information meeting was held for the Quebec Trip for the next school year. The detail information links provided below including slideshow from our meeting from May 1st. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions. The major change was the dates of the trip, which will now be March 1st-3rd, 2024.
Secondly, I want to reiterate that there is a $50 discount for travelers who register before July 1st, 2023. I am also including the registration flier for the trip. You can register by going to grandclassroom.com and search for Grafton Middle School.
Finally, students have opportunity to participate in a fundraiser through Gold Athletics. Proceeds go directly to your child's individual trip or to the general trip fund (your choice). These discount cards can be used in many locations around the US. Please use the document to sign up for the app, and
you can start selling them. Again, if you have any questions don't hesitate to reach out to me via email coverta@grafton.k12.ma.us.
Sincerely,
Mr. Covert
Registration Link
Quebec Trip Fundraiser Link
Presentation Link
Great Summer Activity to Keep Practicing Math Skills!
Dear Parents/Guardians,
Recently, the Grafton Public Schools began implementing a computer based program titled Freckle. With Freckle, your child has been able to practice Math and ELA standards online that are directly aligned to their ability level. This differentiated tool offers a unique approach to ensuring students are provided meaningful practice at their level. However, please know that this is just one tool that our teachers are using to support student progress.
How Does It Work?
Freckle works hand and hand with our STAR assessment system. Based on your child’s result from the STAR assessment, Freckle assigns skills that are identified as areas of growth for our students. Teachers also have the option of assigning specific skills for practice. When students log into their Freckle account, they will see the assigned tasks.
How to Sign On?
As with our other technology apps, your child can access Freckle through their Clever page from both home and school.
Can Students Work on Freckle at Home?
Students are encouraged to utilize Freckle at home, however, it is important that this practice is done independently. If they are having difficulty with a concept, and the “hints” and video tutorials provided for each question on the site do not help, your child may either stop or go on to another section. It is essential that the information our teachers gather from Freckle is a true picture of your child’s Math and ELA independent skills.
As always, should you have any questions about Freckle or your child’s progress, please do not hesitate to contact their teacher. Thank you for your continued support of your child’s education.
Student Transfers/Withdrawals/Private School
Dear Parent or Guardian,
It is that time of year again where some of our 8th grade students plan to leave GMS and head off to a private school, or some families make the long awaited move to another school district. Either way, in order to facilitate a student transfer of any kind, we need to have a Release of Records form completed, signed and returned to the main office in order for GMS to legally release any records.
Please return a signed copy (attached) to the Main Office as soon as possible. Your student's cumulative record will be prepared and sent at the end of the school year to your student's new school in order to arrive in time for the next school year.
If you have any questions or concerns feel free to contact Mrs. Mulvena in the GMS main office.
Thank you for your time and consideration with this matter.
Michele Mulvena
WE ARE HIRING AT THE GRAFTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS!
WE ARE HIRING AT THE GRAFTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS!
Grafton Public Schools are always looking for qualified substitute teachers. In Grafton, substitute teaching candidates must be at least 18 years of age and hold a minimum of a high school diploma or GED.
Flexible Hours - work part time or full time school hours: 7:10am- 2:10pm, 7:40am-2:40pm, 8:10am-3:10pm, 8:45am-3:45pm
pay is between $90-$105 per day
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Website: graftonps.org
Location: 22 Providence Road, Grafton, MA, USA
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Principal:
Ms. Roseanne Kurposka Email: kurposkar@grafton.k12.ma.us
Assistant Principal:
Mrs. Christine Martellio Email: martellioc@grafton.k12.ma.us
Adjustment Counselors:
Mrs. Kristina Marrazzo Email: marrazzok@grafton.k12.ma.us
School Psychologist:
Mrs. Rachael Clark Email: clarkr@grafton.k12.ma.us
Special Education Team Chairperson:
Mrs. Kelly DeCaire Email: decairek@grafton.k12.ma.us
School Nurse:
Mrs. Lynda Caya Email: cayal@grafton.k12.ma.us
Administrative Secretary:
Mrs. Michele Mulvena Email: mulvenam@grafton.k12.ma.us
Attendance Clerk:
Mrs. Chaung See Email: seec@grafton.k12.ma.us