Welcome back to school! Catch up each month with special recognition and newsworthy happenings from across the Plymouth Public Schools.

STEM Week, CCTE Advisory Dinner, math all-star celebrations, spectacular band performances, fall plays, a visit from our UK friends, students in the news, an unforgettable Mega Bowl, a powerful mock crash, and lots more. October was filled with exciting events and worthy student celebrations!

Over 270 5th-grade students took part in this year's second annual Plymouth Children's Business Fair! Our young entrepreneurs debuted their innovative, delicious, and creative products and services to a large crowd of interested and supportive customers.

One of the best parts about the Children's Business Fair has been the participation of our high school DECA Marketing students. This year, Plymouth South High School marketing students not only volunteered their time as mentors, sharing valuable insight with our 5th-grade entrepreneurs, but they also attended the fair and recognized a handful of students for their exceptional efforts as business owners with special awards. Check out more excitement from this year's fair here!

We are so proud of Plymouth South High's newest initiative this year! Tucked away in what used to be the large safe in the school bank, now sits brand new shelving built by Construction students stocked with groceries and other goods for students to take home on the weekends when needed. Read more about this incredible new addition here.

Our Plymouth, UK friends traveled to Massachusetts for a week of workshops, performances, exploring historical Plymouth, watching the Plymouth Marching Band, and even experiencing an American high school day. Before returning home, UK's Legacy Choir joined our high school vocal groups for a spectacular performance! Thank you to all who continue to make this partnership possible with our sister town of Plymouth, UK. You can view the full Fall International Vocal Night at youtube.com/plymouthedtv.

Each year, the Plymouth Public Schools' staff is invited to nominate a colleague for the district's Inspiration Award. Five remarkable staff members were honored at this year's Opening Day ceremony, including Ms. Amy Strohschneider, Social Studies Educator at Plymouth Community Intermediate School.

November is Diabetes Awareness Month and we are inviting our school community to wear BLUE on Monday, November 14th to show support to all students and staff who are affected. Follow along our social media as we share important resources and a powerful video from EDTV. Our school nurses throughout the district will be educating students all month long and our friends at South Shore Action for Hope will be sharing value information as well. Thank you for your support!

November’s Gratitude Mile Challenge is well underway! Hosted by our Elementary PE and Health department, this annual event encourages staff and families to focus on reflection, connection, fresh air, and activity all month long!

Visit https://ppswellness.teamapp.com, join the PPS Wellness Team, and start the November Gratitude Mile today!

FREE! We're looking forward to this wonderful event this week! The Plymouth Community Intermediate School Literacy Team is proud to host their annual Literacy Night on November 9th. Hear from local authors, catch a show at the planetarium, enjoy live music, attend story time with Paddington Bear, and much more!

Wednesday, November 9 | 6:00 - 8:00 PM

Plymouth Community Intermediate School

117 Long Pond Road, Plymouth

Click here for more information.

Mark your calendars and grab your tickets for a very special event!

Matthew Cappucci got his start in the Plymouth Public Schools. Today, he is an on-air meteorologist at FOX5DC in Washington D.C. Matthew also produces content for the MyRadar app, publishes daily articles in The Washington Post, and makes regular appearances on NPR, BBC News, DW News, and SkyNews Arabia.

Join Matthew live on Tuesday, November 15 at Plymouth South High School beginning at 6:45 pm. Click here for tickets and more information. Thank you, Nancy Franks & the Plymouth Education Foundation!

The Lights of Hope is a wonderful annual event put on by the Plymouth South High School Marketing students to benefit the Cancer Center at BID-Plymouth.

The Plymouth community is invited to purchase a luminary to dedicate to a loved one. Bags will be sold in the main lobby of all Plymouth elementary schools, middle schools and Plymouth South High School. Luminaries will be on display at the annual Lights of Hope event on December 2nd at the Plimoth Grist Mill tonight from 5:30-7pm. We hope to see you there as it's always such a beautiful sight to see.

Additionally, PSHS Marketing will be hosting a Dine to Donate fundraising event at Texas Road House on November 22nd. Follow Lights of Hope on Facebook and Instagram for more updates!

The Lending Library is back with lots of fun in store. Join PPS Title I for grab-and-go snacks, arts and crafts, and a free book. Read more about our Lending Library and the resources and opportunities it provides to Plymouth families.

The next Lending Library is November 15th at Hedge Elementary School, 3:30-5:30 PM.

Hailed as one of the most captivating and encompassing pieces of contemporary theatre, the play shocks, challenges, and moves all who watch it as it reveals the lowest depths of hatred and greatest heights of compassion that lies within all human beings in any seemingly average community. One you won't want to miss! November 17, 18 & 19th! Purchase your tickets today!

At the November 21st School Committee meeting, PPS administration will provide an update on the Plymouth Public Schools Redistricting Plan. The Plymouth Community is invited to attend the November 21st meeting to ask questions and to hear updates. Visit Electronic School Board as the date approaches for more information regarding this meeting. Additional updates can also be found via the video below.

Our community as a whole is fortunate to have such incredible organizations that provide important services to families in Plymouth. Please take a moment to learn about the following organizations and what they can do for you!

The Plymouth Special Education Parent Advisory Council is a wonderful resource for families of the Plymouth Public Schools. Follow along on their Facebook page for updated information or reach out to Plymouthspedpac@gmail.com.

The Plymouth Family Resource Center, located on Court Street, has been such a valuable asset to our community. From peer support groups, parent education, budgeting and financial assistance, virtual playgrounds, and more, they continue to provide a wide variety of resources to families throughout Plymouth.

Please be sure to follow their Facebook page for important updates and events they have scheduled for the month of November. You can also learn more by visiting their website at www.plymouthfamilyrc.org.

The Plymouth Family Network is an outstanding resource providing support to families with young children and expectant parents living in the town of Plymouth. ​​PFN offers referral services, preschool/childcare guidance, early screenings, and free playgroups and parent enrichment opportunities. Learn more about PFN services and upcoming events on their website.

Don't miss out on any upcoming fun events! Subscribe to their monthly newsletter reach out to pfn@plymouth.k12.ma.us.

PYDC is a substance use prevention coalition overseen by Plymouth Public Schools that engages community partners and other important sectors within the community Plymouth who have a vested interest in keeping young people healthy and safe. If you're interested in becoming a part of the coalition, reach out to PYDC at pydc@plymouth.k12.ma.us. Follow along on Facebook and Instagram for important updates, resources, and events!

This collection of local and state resources is to provide families and the general public with information about health, support, childcare services along with recreation and enrichment. Visit the Resource Guide on our website or by clicking here!

• Childcare Services
• Family Support
• Recreation & Enrichment
• Health Services
• & more!

Tune in to Plymouth EDTV on Monday, November 7th for the next Plymouth School Committee meeting! The meeting agenda, along with presentation slides and reports can be found here.

The meeting with be streamed live beginning at 7:00 PM on Plymouth EDTV local channels Comcast 14 or Verizon 45, and on EDTV's YouTube channel. (Live Closed Captioning available on YouTube!)