I am hopeful that everyone enjoyed their April vacation. We are all excited to get back to school and back to the routine of learning. Also, I am pleased to say that we have concluded our first round of MCAS testing (English Language Arts) and our students did an amazing job of showcasing their skills and working through the process. This upcoming week, we will be completing any make-up testing needed due to absences during the testing process. Finally, and for your planning purposes, 8th & 5th grade students will be taking their STE (Science, Technology & Engineering) MCAS during the days between April 30th & May 3rd. I will include the testing schedule below so you can plan for the remaining testing dates.

On another note, I would like to remind everyone that our yearly play production will take place on Saturday, May 4th and Sunday, May 5th. Our students have been working very hard preparing for the upcoming performance of Mary Poppins Jr. The event is always a huge hit, and we hope you will come out to support our young actors and actresses - hope to see you there! You can purchase tickets in advance or at the door on the day of the performance.

On behalf of our entire faculty and student body, we want to wish everyone a happy Easter and a happy Passover.

Wishing everyone an amazing week.

Dean W. Packard

Principal

508-248-1423 Ext. 1102

dpackard@dcrsd.org

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Weekly Calendar:

Monday, April 22nd

- MCAS English Language Arts Make-Up Testing Window

- Learning Academy – Grades 5&6 2:30-3:30 p.m. (Library)

- Rehearsal Musical 2:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

- District Health @ Wellness Fair at DMS (Dudley Middle School) 5:00-8:00 p.m.

- ScreenAgers Viewing at DMS 6:00-7:00 p.m.

Tuesday, April 23rd

- MCAS English Language Arts Make-Up Testing Window

- Learning Academy – Grades 7&8 2:30-3:30 p.m. (Library)

- Rehearsal Musical 2:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday, April 24th

- MCAS English Language Arts Make-Up Testing Window

- Learning Academy – Grades 5&6 2:30-3:30 p.m. (Library)

- Intramurals 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. (Gym)

- Rehearsal Musical 2:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

- School Committee Meeting 7:00 p.m. (Library)

Thursday, April 25th

- MCAS English Language Arts Make-Up Testing Window

- Learning Academy – Grades 7&8 - 2:30-3:30 p.m. (Library)

- Rehearsal Musical 2:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Friday, April 26th

- MCAS English Language Arts Make-Up Testing Window

- Student Banking – Country Bank 7:30 a.m.

- Rehearsal Musical 2:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

- Music Parents Association Dance 6:30-9:00 p.m. (Cafeteria)

What's Happening?

Mary Poppins Jr. - Spring Musical Production - May 4th & May 5th

We are extremely excited to announce that our students and parents have been working very hard behind the scenes in preparation for this year's musical: Mary Poppins Jr. Our show will take place on Saturday, May 4th at 7:00 p.m. & Sunday, May 5th at 3:00 p.m. We would love to have you join us for this amazing production. Ticket information can be found below. If you have any questions about tickets, please contact Mrs. Carlson at kcarlson@dcrsd.org

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