Daniel Webster Elementary School
Weekly Update - Week of:
A Message From Mrs. MacNeil
Hello DWS Families!
We have a very busy and exciting week ahead at DWS! Grade 2 will visit the zoo, motivational speaker Ryan Haack will share an important message about inclusion and tolerance, students will participate in the Boosterthon Fun Run, and we will end the week celebrating our fifth graders! Thank you to our PTO who has made all of these experiences possible!
In Partnership,
Mrs. MacNeil
Ryan Haack Visits this Week!
Boosterthon Updates!
Thank you for all of the pledges thus far! We are working towards our goal of raising enough funds for a Rockwall at DWS!
So far...
Here are some stats for the program:
Top Pledging Classes overall:
- MacDonald
- Bertulli
- Farrell
Top Grades by Pledge O’Meter:
- 5th
- 4th
- 2nd
- Kindergarten
- 1st
- 3rd
We have 37% of our students registered to make pledges!
27% of our families have made a pledge!
These pledges are coming from:
14 States
Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Illinois, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Florida, Kentucky, New York, Texas, New Jersey, Alabama, North Carolina, Oregon, Tennessee
2 Countries
USA, American Samoa
DWS Highlights
Congratulations DWS Graduating Seniors!
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We Are DWS Kids!
DWS staff members can award any student with a DWS ALL STAR when they see students being Dedicated, Welcoming, or Safe. All of the DWS ALL STAR awards are put on display in the front lobby. The following students were featured in the morning announcements last week for being DWS ALL STARS!
Grade K: Vera in Ms. Doria’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because she showed expected behavior during morning meeting.
Grade K: Abby in Mrs. Prendergast’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because she always makes excellent choices.
Grade 1: Payton in Mrs. Kabilian’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because she showed teamwork!
Grade 1: Veronica in Mrs. Wiedemann’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because she made a responsible choice.
Grade 2: Denny in Mrs. Redman’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because he helped solve a conflict between friends.
Grade 2: James in Mrs. Redman’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because he was responsible.
Grade 3: Saskia in Ms. Mulligan’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because she took her time to do her best.
Grade 3: Jaxon in Mrs. Hanson’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because he worked hard to grow his reading stamina.
Grade 4: Kyle in Mrs. Farrell’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because he was dedicated to independent reading and thoughtful reflection during book club.
Grade 4: Maddie in Mrs. Farrell’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because she was dedicated to independent reading and respectful reflection during book club.
Grade 5: Mia in Mrs. Auriemma’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because she is a great help in the classroom and a hard-worker.
Grade 5: Mirany in Mrs. Auriemma’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because she is helpful in the classroom.
Congratulations! Keep up the GREAT WORK DWS KIDS!
Message From the Nurse
Happy Spring! We love seeing the students' smiling faces everyday!
Here are a few reminders -
Apply sunblock and bug spray to your children as the sun gets stronger and the bugs more active in the warmer weather.
Remember those healthy snacks and water bottles EVERY DAY!
If you are reporting your child absent due to an illness of any kind please include me in your communications. You can give me a quick call at 781-834-5045 ext 42500 or email me at kAcampbell@mpsd.org (Don’t forget the “A”). If you have any questions related to your child’s health/wellness while at school please reach out at any time.
4th Grade Physicals - Per state mandates, ALL DWS 4th grade students need to have a current signed physical from their Pediatrician/PCP. Physicals are valid for 13 months. Please have your doctor’s office fax your 4th grade students' most recent physical to 781-834-5072 or send in a copy with your child to the attention of the school nurse. Thank you to those families who have already sent in this documentation.
2022-23 School Nutrition Free Lunch/Breakfast Update
Please see the email that was sent to the district on May 11, 2022.
Dear Parents/Guardians,
We want to update you regarding the free school meals that the Marshfield Public Schools have been able to serve to your children since the beginning of COVID in March 2020. When COVID started, the federal government created a national policy that allowed schools in the entire country to provide free meals to all students. As of now, it is likely that this national policy will end on June 30th, and we want our families to be prepared and give ample time to prepare for this change.
What this means for Marshfield Public School families is that next school year we may return to the traditional system, where students receive free, reduced-price, or full-price meals based upon income status. In order to ensure we can provide free or reduced-price meals to as many families as possible, we will need families to complete the household Application for Free and Reduced Price Meals in August 2022 for next school year. Please note that this does not affect the remainder of the current school year. We will continue to offer free breakfast and lunch to ALL students until this school year ends June 23, 2022.
The most important thing that you can do to prepare for the start of school is to complete the 2022-23 Massachusetts Application for Free and Reduced Price Meals, which will be available online in August 2022 at www.mpsd.org. We strongly encourage all families to submit this form as it is important for the district’s records, and allows us to also waive certain district fees for those who qualify. We will be in touch again in August with the application information and form.
In addition, please consider applying for SNAP, the federal nutrition program that provides eligible residents with monthly financial assistance to purchase groceries. While the 22-23 MA Application for Free and Reduced Price Meals is not available to complete until August, the application for SNAP is available now. SNAP information and application can be found at www.gettingsnap.org .
To put money on your child’s account for lunch or a la carte items, we encourage you to log onto www.myschoolbucks.com where you can pay online and check your child’s account at any time. All funds on account are rolled over from year to year.
The School Nutrition Department at Marshfield Public Schools thanks you for your patience during this anticipated change and we understand the burden that this may place on many families. As always, we are grateful for the opportunity to provide nourishing and healthy meals to all our students, please reach out to us at ntellier@mpsd.org or 781-319-3812 with any questions or concerns.
Sincerely,
Marshfield Public Schools School Nutrition Department
PTO News
Next Meeting: Monday, June 6th at 7:00pm in the DWS Library
DEI Meeting: Monday, June 6th at 6:00pm in the DWS Library
Boosterthon:
We’ll kick off our Daniel Webster Fun Run on 5/31! Our goal is to raise $10,000 for a rock-wall for the gym. Registration is open. Go to mybooster.com in order to register. Be on the lookout for more details. Donations to the school and PTO are welcomed year round contact us to learn how.
Contact:
Please email yourdwspto@gmail.com with any general questions and for more information. Email dwsvolunteers@gmail.com for more information about volunteering throughout the year.
Thank you for all of your support, have a fun and safe Memorial Day!
Important Dates to Note
May
June 6 - Diversity Equity Inclusion Committee Meeting
June 6 - PTO Meeting
June 7 - Grade 2 Field Trip to Franklin Park Zoo
June 7 - School Committee Meeting: DWS Spotlight on Excellence 6:30
June 9 - Boostherthon Fun Run
June 10 - Fifth Grade Moving On Ceremony, 9:30am
June 14 - DWS Field Day, K-2 AM, 3-5 PM
June 14 - Fifth Grade Celebration, 6-8pm, B&G Club
June 16 - DWS Spring Concert, 8:45am Students, 6:30pm Families
June 16 - DWS Art Show, 5:00-6:00pm
June 17 - Field Day Raindate
June 17 - PreK End of the Year Celebration, 10:30-11:00 & 2:00-2:30, Primary Wing Playground
June 20 - NO SCHOOL-Juneteenth Holiday
June 23 - LAST DAY OF SCHOOL! 11:35am Dismissal
Gran Nite Live Preview
Summer Reading Kick Off Party
Holly Hill Farm Educational Programs
BONUS Bucks for SNAP
Relevant Information From Previous Newsletters
Incoming Kindergarten News
KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION FOR THE 2022-2023 SCHOOL YEAR IS OPEN!
Click here to visit the Kindergarten Registration webpage. For planning purposes, please be sure to complete your child’s registration as soon as possible. After March 31, you will need to contact your child’s school directly to arrange registration.
Children entering Kindergarten must be five (5) years old by August 31, 2022.
KINDERGARTEN SCREENING
Kindergarten screening will take place on May 16 and May 18. Information has been sent to families who have registered. If you haven't made an appointment for your child's screening, please contact the DWS office.
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Notes from the Nurse
COVID-19 Information
Information regarding COVID-19 is continually being updated and shared with our school district. On the district's “Health Services” webpage you will find links in RED with the most up to date information regarding our district’s policies as well as updates from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health.
If your children are unwell and require testing for COVID-19 we encourage you to reach out to the school nurse to discuss further.
Please remember to send your students to school with a reusable water bottle and filling snack daily!
All students have a snack break during the day. Please pack a healthy snack EVERY DAY! Great snacks include easy to eat fruits and veggies like apples, oranges, carrots and cucumbers as well as whole grain snacks including granola bars, crackers. Cheese sticks and yogurts are another great option. These ideas help keep hungry bellies at bay and students ready to learn!
Have your child bring a water bottle (or two) from home EVERY DAY. Due to COVID the water fountains are not available for one time use but the bottle filling station can be used to refill bottles as needed.
General Information
Mandated Health Screening Information:
The following state-mandated screenings of students will be completed this year by the school nurse.
Grades K thru 5: Vision Screening (October - December)
Grade K thru 3: Hearing Screening (October - December)
Postural screening for grade 5 on October
Grades 1, 4: Heights and weights with BMI calculations per DPH regulations (October -December)
A parent/guardian may opt out of these mandated screenings only through written notification to the school nurse by October 8th.
These are only screenings and NOT a diagnostic service. Failures or concerns regarding the results will warrant further assessment by the child's physician. Specific recommendations will be sent home in writing/phone call for vision, hearing and postural screening.
Don’t hesitate to reach out at anytime - 781-834-5045, ext 42500 or via email - kAcampbell@mpsd.org
All grade 4 students must send in a physical exam dated within the past year.
Please log in to your child’s Aspen account and update the medication consent portion, this is something that needs to be done yearly. *This cannot be done on your hand held device/cell phone*
All medical documentation can be faxed to 781-834-5072 to the attention of the School Nurse.
Do not hesitate to call with any school health related questions or concerns at 781-834-5045. I can also be reached by email at: kAcampbeLL@mpsd.org.
MPS COVID-19 Links
Boys and Girls Club Before School Program
The registration for the Before School Care is now available for Children in grades K-5 offered on site at each of the Marshfield Elementary Schools.
Our Before School program provides a wholesome environment that promotes social/emotional, physical and character development in addition to supporting the educational efforts of both the parent and school. We encourage children to balance learning and fun through homework help, physical activity and arts & crafts. Our focus areas give your child limitless opportunities to reach their full potential.
Hours: 7am until school day starts
Program & Activities include:
- Breakfast
- Homework Help
- Games & Activities
- Arts & Crafts
Registration & Pricing Options:
2 Days - $30 per week
3 Days - $45 per week
5 Days - $75 per week
All participants must be registered Club Members with an annual $25 membership fee.
To register click here.