September Newsletter
Butler Middle School
Butler Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated annually from September 15th to October 15th in the United States, is a vibrant and significant observance that recognizes and celebrates the rich cultural contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans to the nation's history, society, and culture. This month-long celebration begins on September 15th, marking the anniversary of the independence of several Latin American countries, including Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua.
It is important because it provides an opportunity for people across the United States to acknowledge and appreciate the diverse tapestry of Hispanic and Latino cultures. This includes recognizing the numerous achievements and the invaluable impact that individuals and communities of Hispanic descent have made in various fields, such as politics, arts, science, sports, and more.
Furthermore, Hispanic Heritage Month promotes cultural awareness, fosters unity, and encourages cross-cultural understanding. It's a time when people of all backgrounds can come together to learn about Hispanic and Latino communities' customs, traditions, languages, and histories. By doing so, it helps break down stereotypes and misconceptions, fostering a more inclusive and equitable society.
In a broader sense, this celebration underscores the importance of cultural diversity in the United States and highlights the role of immigrants and their descendants in shaping the nation's identity. It serves as a reminder that the United States is a mosaic of cultures, and each one contributes to the nation's unique and dynamic character. Ultimately, Hispanic Heritage Month is an opportunity to embrace and celebrate the richness of the Hispanic and Latino cultures that have become an integral part of the American experience.
ABSENT TARDY DISMISSALImportant Attendance Information
No dismissal or pick-up changes will be made after 2:30 pm | After School ProgrammingAfterschool programming planning is underway for the Fall. We will post more information soon. A couple of friendly reminders:
Program administrator: Justien Martin (she/her) Community School Program Manager The Butler Middle School (978) 937 8973 (Main office) | Principal/Parent Coffee Hour 8:30 - September21st Once a month, the school administration team hosts a coffee hour. We believe family-school partnerships often focus primarily on academic success, but whole child development is also essential to the conversation. Join us once a month to discuss our efforts and partner with us on how we can better meet our student's needs. September FOCUS: Meet the school administration |
ABSENT TARDY DISMISSAL
Important Attendance Information
Student attendance will be taken daily and entered into our database system by our school clerk.
If students are sick, please call the school at 978-937-8973 for record keeping and doctor’s notes must be sent with students, emailed, or faxed to the school to excuse absences.
Dismissals should be for important/emergency reasons only.
To minimize disruptions to the end of our school day, we ask you not dismiss your child after 2:30 pm
No dismissal or pick-up changes will be made after 2:30 pm
After School Programming
Afterschool programming planning is underway for the Fall. We will post more information soon.
A couple of friendly reminders:
- After-school programs start promptly at 3pm ( Students receive a healthy and hearty snack)
- Students are dismissed at 5pm
- Guardians who are picking up their students need to arrive promptly at 5pm
Program administrator:
Justien Martin (she/her)
Community School Program Manager
The Butler Middle School
(978) 937 8973 (Main office)
Principal/Parent Coffee Hour 8:30 - September21st
NEED HELP WITH STUDENT CHROMEBOOK
Lowell Public Schools Help Desk ph. 978-674-2024 To open a HelpDesk ticket: Email: Helpdesk@lowell.k12.ma.us (Use your student email account to email this address) or Http://helpdesk.lowell.k12.ma.us (Use the same username and password that you use for your school email)
Butler Middle School
VISION- All students will demonstrate at least one year of academic, personal, and community growth at the end of every school year.
MISSION- Our mission is to provide our students with highly-effective, standards-based instruction and enrichment experiences that reinforce our school’s core values and support efforts to close achievement gaps and accelerate growth for all students.
CORE VALUES: Take Care of Self, Each Other and Our Community (I care for myself , I care for others , I care for my school)