October 13th

Dear Memorial Families,

I'm very proud to report that Memorial students did a wonderful job on Tuesday practicing bus evacuation drills.  Great job boys and girls!

Ocean World...Round 2
Thanks to the PTO, the Ocean Lady returned for the second part of her visit today.  Children in Mrs. Teany's, Mrs. Guilbert's, Mrs. Mahoney's and Mrs. McAvoy's classes spent a hour learning about and touching baleen, shells, starfish, horseshoe crabs, spiny crabs, and lobsters.  Be sure to check out the photos in the Memorial Blog. Also, if you didn't see the recent article in the Medfield Press, be sure to check it out for more info.
http://medfield.wickedlocal.com/news/20161007/medfield-school-spotlight-oceans-come-alive-at-memorial

Volunteers from the MFi Angel Run will be visiting Memorial School lunches on Tuesday, October 25th! The 11^th running of the family friendly run/fun-run/walk is Sunday, December 4^th at 12pm. Sign ups by November 1^st will include the popular Angel Run shirt. Register online at MedfieldFoundation.org. All proceeds go to help Medfield residents in need.

"The Girl Scouts are collecting gently used clothing for Cradles to Crayons (C2C)  from this week and all of next week. A C2C collection bin is located in the entrance area of our School where you or your student can drop off your donations. C2C serves over 40,000 children throughout Massachusetts.  Most needed are winter items. For more information, please see the flyer in the Thursday packet."   

                                   


Have a wonderful weekend!
Sincerely,
Missy Bilsborough

October 5, 2016

Dear Memorial Families,

It's hard to believe that our first month of school has come and gone and that it's October already!  I hope that everyone has settled in and that the year is off to a great start.

Bus Evacuation Drill - Tuesday, October 11th

Every year, the Memorial School students participate in a Bus Evacuation Drill as part of Massachusetts state requirements.  These drills, similar to our fire and safety drills, are designed to prepare students in the event of an emergency.  Bus evacuation drills are conducted by the bus driver with the assistance of the School Resource Officer.  The driver will explain the purpose of the drill, demonstrate the procedure and students will then practice leaving the bus via the emergency exits.

Site Council Meeting Date Changes
The Memorial Site Council meeting dates have been changed for the 2016-2017 school year.  The new dates are as follows:
    November 9th
    January 11th
    March 8th
    May 10th
For additional information on the Site Council, please see the Parent/Student Handbook Memorial Addendum.

October Spirit Day!
Our Spirit Day for October will be held on Friday, October 28th.  The theme is Medfield Pride!  All are encouraged to wear Medfield gear or blue and white.

Halloween Parade
For your planning purposes, the Halloween Parade for AM and FDK Kindergarten and Grade One will be held, weather permitting, on Monday, October 31st at 9:30 AM. Additional information will be shared closer to the date.

Thanks for reading!
Have a wonderful long weekend.

Sincerely,
Missy Bilsborough

September 29th

Greetings Memorial Families,

As you know, the Memorial School celebrated Dot Day last week.  Mrs. Groden, our librarian, put together this great video highlighting the many fun activities that were part of the week.  Enjoy!

Please remember that tomorrow is an early release day due to teacher professional development.  There will be no PM kindergarten tomorrow. 

Ocean World Visit
Today was our first of a two day visit from Ellen Goethel.  Thanks to the Memorial PTO, Ellen is visiting with each of the kindergarten classes as part of her Explore the Ocean World program.  This hands-on presentation allows the kids to explore sea creatures, artifacts and even  make fish prints.  These are just a few of the pictures that highlight this outstanding program.

This year our teachers are involved in professional development to support instruction in both math and ELA.  Professional development takes place during Common Planning Time, Curriculum Meetings, and Early Release Days.  In addition, teachers have a 1/2 day scheduled each month in which they work with our Literacy Content Specialist, Jamee Callahan or our math consultant, Shephali Fox.

Have a wonderful weekend!
Sincerely,
Missy Bilsborough
Memorial Principal

September 23, 2016

Hello Memorial Families,

Yesterday was our first Spirit Day of the school year!  We celebrated International Dot Day and there were dots everywhere!  Thanks to all who participated.

Picture Day is Coming!

Tuesday, September 27th!

At a recent Red Sox game, our own Declan H. threw out the first pitch as part of the Jimmy Fund.  Way to go Declan!!!

The Elementary World Language Study Committee is seeking your input regarding future plans for World Language instruction in grades K-5. Parent feedback is critical to our process. 

Please take a moment to complete the Medfield Elementary World Language Parent Survey by Thursday, September,29th

Thank you in advance for helping gather important information.

As a reminder, next Friday, September 30th is an early release day for all students.  Teachers will be involved in professional developments for the afternoon.

Have a great weekend!
Sincerely,
Missy Bilsborough

September 15, 2016

Dear Memorial Families,

It has been a great week at Memorial!  

We are looking forward to seeing everyone tonight at PIN!  

Kindergarten: 6-7:15 PM

Grade One:  6:45-8:00 PM

                                                 

June 16th

Dear Memorial Families,

As the close of the 2015-2016 school year nears,we would like to take this opportunity to thank the many individuals who have volunteered throughout the year. We would also like to thank MCPE and the Memorial PTO for their endless efforts to support our students. We are extraordinarily grateful for all that you do.

With sincere thanks,

The Memorial Staff

TRANSITION DAY

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 22nd

Transition Day for Current Kindergarten Students:

On the morning of June 22nd, your child will have an opportunity to meet their new teacher and classmates as part of our Transition Day events. Placement letters with your child's 1st grade teacher assignment will be sent home with your student on Tuesday, June 21st.

The schedule for all Kindergarten students on Transition Day is:

AMK/FDK STUDENTS:

Students will arrive on their regular bus

Dismissal at 11:40 AM

Transition Schedule Day for Current First Grade Students:

On the morning of June 22nd, your child will have an opportunity to meet their new teacher and classmates as part of our Transition Day events. All 1st grade students will be bused over to the Wheelock School to meet their 2nd grade teachers. Placement letters with your child's 2nd grade teacher assignment will be sent home with your student on Tuesday, June 21st.

Transition Day is a normal arrival and dismissal day for all current first grade students.

Flag Day
Congratulations to all of our first grade students who, on Tuesday, June 14th, celebrated Flag Day by performing several songs to honor our American symbols.  Thank you to all of the parents and special guests who were able to join us and thank you to Mr. Ruggiero and the staff for all of their hard work.

Summer Reading




Have a wonderful weekend.
Sincerely,
Missy Bilsborough
Memorial Principal

June 9, 2016

Dear Families,

As the end of the year is quickly approaching, please make note of the following dates:

June 14th -  FLAG DAY: 1^st Grade Only: 9:30 am-(doors open at 9:15 am)

June 22nd - Transition Day: Early Dismissal for All Kindergarten

June 23rd - Last Day of School: Early Dismissal & Report Cards go home

Transition Day Information

On the morning of June 22nd, students in Kindergarten and First Grade will "transition" to their next year's classroom where they will get to meet their teacher and classmates for the 2016-2017 school year.  

All current Kindergarten students will have early dismissal.

Incoming Kindergarten students and their parents will join us at 1:00 pm to meet their teacher and classmates.  While the children are in their classrooms, parents will have a short presentation in the gymnasium before returning to the classrooms to pick up their child.  We look forward to meeting the class of 2029!

Preschool Field Day!
The weather cooperated once more allowing for a great field day for our preschool students.  Thanks to all of our parent volunteers for helping to run the stations.

Summer Reading!!!