SOUTH SCHOOL

March 12, 2023

Dear South Families,

We had a wonderful week at South School! We had some fun with our reading spirit days as it lead up to Community Readers. We were also proud of our third graders and all of the work that they put into their Imminent Person projects. We have pictures of these events and so much more below.


The South School Council, consisting of South staff, teachers, and a community member, would like to survey families on their experiences with the level of communication from South School. As a staff, we work hard on our communication on all levels and want to ensure that it is meetings your needs. Your feedback is appreciated and the survey should take less than ten minutes. Please click on the survey HERE.


We hope that everyone attends South Cooperative Theater's performance of Moana, Jr, under the direction of Mrs. Kennedy, this weekend. We can't wait to see it!


Take Care,


Brenda Lee, Principal

Kathy Caron, Assistant Principal

THANK YOU TO OUR COMMUNITY READERS!

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DRESS UP AS YOUR FAVORITE BOOK CHARACTER DAY

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MOANA JR. IS THIS WEEKEND!!

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South Cooperative Theater of South Elementary School, Andover, is pleased to announce our Spring 2023 Musical – Moana Jr. Mark your calendars now – there will be three performances – March 17th, 18th, and 19th.


Disney’s Moana Jr. is a musical adaptation of the animated film, bringing the adventures of Moana and her village of Motunui to life onstage. Moana Jr. features all the wonderful songs from the film, including “How Far I’ll Go,” “Shiny,” and “You’re Welcome.”


This thrilling and heartwarming coming-of-age story follows the strong-willed Moana as she sets sail across the Pacific to save her village and discover the truth about her heritage. Moana and the legendary demigod Maui embark on an epic journey of self-discovery and camaraderie as both learn to harness the power that lies within. With empowering messages of bravery and selflessness, Moana Jr. is sure to bring out the hero within each of us.


West Middle School Auditorium

70 Shawsheen Rd

Andover, MA 01810

Friday, March 17, 2023 – 7:00 pm

Saturday, March 18, 2023 – 7:00 pm

Sunday, March 19, 2023 – 1:00 pm


All tickets $10.00 - Available at the door and at Andover Bookstore


Contact Info: Elizabeth.Kennedy@andoverma.us / 978-247-9814


Moana Jr. is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com.

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THIRD GRADE ~ IMMINENT PERSON PROJECT

The third graders worked incredibly hard on their imminent person project. They chose a person that has made an impact on the world, conducted research, create a poster about the person, and wrote and recited a speech. Very impressive!

FIRST WEEK OF TIGER ACADEMY!

THANK YOU TO OUR PTO!

PTO generously donated dinners to every staff member at South School from Bartlet Street this week. The meals were delicious and the staff was incredibly appreciative. Thank you!

DESTINATION IMAGINATION

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On Sunday, March 12th, students from South will be competing in the Destination Imagination tournament, the culmination of a season full of teamwork, perseverance and creativity. The South students competing this weekend include:

Eleanor Lemmerman (Kindergarten)

Sam Striebe (3rd grade)

Michael Suffoletto (3rd grade)


We wish them luck this weekend!


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SCIENCE FAIR

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The 2023 South Elementary Science Fair will be on May 3, our first post-pandemic, in person Science Fair! Science Fairs help develop skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, time management, and communication by applying the principles of the scientific method.

Registration is open through March 31 at: https://forms.gle/zEMbr26WzP4hZkwo9

The Science Fair Committee is looking for volunteers and welcome your participation at any level. Specific tasks/items we need help with include:

- T shirts
- Certificates
- Set up, clean up
- Photographer

Email Ben Green(ben@crossroad.us) or Marsha Cordio (msacordio@gmail.com) and be sure to check out the Science Fair page for details! https://southpto.com/science-fair/

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SCHOOL LIBRARY BOOKMARK CONTEST

Every year, students in grades K-12 around the Commonwealth participate in the Massachusetts School Library Association (MSLA) https://www.maschoolibraries.org/ Bookmark Contest. Students design and color a bookmark about the importance of their school library on the official entry form and submit it to their school librarian.


At South School, this year’s Bookmark Contest was awesome! The theme was “My Library Gives Me Superpowers!” With great enthusiasm, students K-5 designed beautiful bookmarks. We had at least two winners at each grade (see below). Winners at the school level are chosen by a panel of judges in the school.


Gr K: Vaughn Lebl &Vivian Huang

Gr 1: Elliott Telson & Ayis Bohnuud

Gr 2: Alex (Alexandra) Ivanov, Max Lebl, Dalya Eracar, & Natalie Chang

Gr 3: Elizabeth Dicker & Robin Pappas

Gr 4: In’aam Zahor, Logan Haines, & Mikayla Perrotta

Gr 5: Ethan Bu, Hannah Huang, & Molly Tam


Submitted to MSLA’s statewide contest:

Division I (Grades K-1): Elliott Telson

Division II (Grades 2-3): Elizabeth (Lizzy) Dicker

Division III (Grades 4-5): Ethan Bu

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ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS ~ RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES

Talking Points

Communicate with teachers with an automatic translation app! You can use the TalkingPoints program or app to communicate with your children’s teachers for free! Text message, download the separate app - TalkingPoints for Families - or use it on the web at TalkingPoints for Families. To learn more about TalkingPoints, contact your student’s teacher or click here.


Andover ELPAC

The English Learner Parent Advisory Council (ELPAC) is an active group of multilingual parents who offer input and advice on how best to serve multilingual students in Andover. Joining ELPAC is a wonderful way to meet other parents, learn about community resources, assist families who are new to Andover, and provide advice to the district or school regarding English language education (ELE) programs. For more details about ELPAC, click here.


Community Resources

Are you interested in learning more about Andover’s community resources? The ESL teachers have collaborated to provide you with a wonderful resource to learn about local places and activities, such as getting a library card, joining a sports team, houses of worship, the Andover Youth Center, and English lessons for adults. To access this document, click here.

ANDOVER MUSIC DEPARTMENT

APS ALL STRINGS CONCERT - MARCH 21ST

APS ALL STRINGS CONCERT - MARCH 21ST

APS All Strings Night on Tuesday, March 21, 7:00 PM is in the Collins Center for the Performing Arts at Andover High School. This district wide event is free, will last less than one hour and a half, and will showcase all of our nearly 300 strings students in Grades 4-12 performing in the following groups:


  • 1st Years (Grades 4-5) – Mrs. Diehl
  • 2nd Years (Grades 4-5) – Mrs. Diehl
  • 3rd Years (Grade 5) - Mrs. Diehl
  • Primo Orchestra (district-wide after school beginning orchestra for experienced 4th/5th Grade students) – Mrs. Diehl
  • 6th Grade Orchestra – Ms. Elly Cope
  • 7th/8th Grade Orchestra – Ms. Elly Cope
  • Chamber Orchestra (district-wide after school select middle school orchestra) – Ms. Elly Cope
  • AHS Orchestra – Dr. Derek Voight


Our 3rd Grade Strings students will not play in this concert, as there are 200 students in this group, but they are invited to bring their families to see/hear what the APS Strings Program has to offer them beyond 3rd Grade Strings.
APS ALL STRINGS CONCERT - MARCH 21ST
APS ALL BANDS CONCERT - MARCH 22ND

APS ALL BANDS CONCERT - MARCH 22ND

When: Wednesday, March 22, 2023

Where: The Collins Center, Andover High School, 80 Shawsheen Road

Who is participating: All 4th-12th Grade Andover Band Students

What to wear: All Black

What to bring: Your instrument, sheet music, a pencil, $5 for pizza or pack your own dinner

What to expect: All Bands Night is an opportunity for all band members to perform together and see every part of the Andover Band Program. Each grade level will present their own piece with all the members of their grade from each school in the district. Additionally, students will perform a combined piece with another grade level. Students will have the opportunity to rehearse, perform, and celebrate together as one band community.


Event Schedule

  • 5:00 - 5th Grade Check-In - Collins Center Main EntrancE
  • 5:30 - 4th Grade Check-In - Collins Center Main Entrance
  • 6:00 Dinner Break (Grades 5 + 6) - Andover Cafeteria
  • 6:30 Dinner Break (Grade 4) - Andover Cafeteria - Dinner Break
  • 7:00 Concert Begins


Parents do not need to stay at the high school after students check-in. Families should plan to return to the Collins Center shortly before the performance at 7:00pm.


A friendly reminder: All band students are expected to participate in all concerts. If your child has an unavoidable conflict with All Bands Night or the spring concert, please let me know as soon as possible.

APS ALL BANDS CONCERT - MARCH 22ND

WE ARE LOOKING FOR SOUTH SCHOOL SUBSTITUTES!

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Looking for a flexible position where you get to pick the days!! Then subbing at South School is right for you! You can choose whether you prefer filling in for classroom teachers, specialists, or instructional assistants. Please email Sue at susan.comea@andoverma.us or Karyn at karyn.francis@andoverma.us if interested!


Daily Rates:

$90 - Without Bachelor's Degree

$105 - With a Bachelor's Degree

$120 - Retired Massachusetts Teacher

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SOUTH SOARS

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MCAS DATES

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English Language Arts:

Gr. 5: April 4 & 5

Gr. 4: April 10 & 11

Gr. 3: April 12 & 13


Math:

Gr. 5: May 8 & 9

Gr. 4: May 10 & 11

Gr. 3: May 16 & 17


Science:

Gr. 5: May 18 & 19

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LUNCH

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All students are able to receive 1 free breakfast and 1 free lunch daily during the 2022-2023 school year. Lunches will need be preordered. Please see the FAQ linke below for further information and the menu.


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UPCOMING DATES, MEETINGS, ETC.

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  • Tuesday, March 14th ~ Curriculum Enrichment - 5th Grade - Top Secret Science

  • Wednesday, March 15th ~ Author/Illustrator Marty Kelly - 2nd Grade

  • Friday, March 17th ~ Curriculum Enrichment - Kindergarten - Fairytale Players

  • Friday, March 17th - Sunday, March 19th ~ South Cooperative Theater Presents "Moana"!

  • Monday, March 20th - Friday, March 25th ~ Human Growth & Development ~ 5th Grade

  • Tuesday, March 21st ~ All Strings Night

  • Wednesday, March 22nd ~ All Bands Night

  • Thursday, March 23 ~ Author of "Ivy the Very Determined Dog" - All School Visit from PTO

  • Friday, March 24th ~ Curriculum Enrichment - 1st Grade - Top Secret Science

  • Tuesday, March 28th ~ Curriculum Enrichment - 2nd, 3rd, & 4th Grade - Geography Game Show

  • Friday, March 31st ~ Curriculum Enrichment - 1st Grade - Lindsay & Her Puppet Pals

  • Friday, March 31st ~ Fifth Grade Performance

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PTO NEWS

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Want to stay up to date with all the latest PTO news?

Visit www.SouthPTO.com

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CONTACT INFO FOR BRENDA LEE

CONTACT INFO FOR BRENDA LEE

CONTACT INFO FOR BRENDA LEE

55 Woburn Street, Andover, MA, USA brenda.lee@andoverma.us 978-247-9800 aps1.net/405/South-Elementary-School
If interested please fill out the form below.