Mathewson Elementary School
PAWprint January 22, 2022
Happy Friday Bulldogs,
We hope this message finds you warm and well on this chilly week. Please take a moment to read about important district and school information below:
Daffodil days are Back!
Click here for more info & to order your flowers to help support
The American Cancer Society.
Get excited for our next school spirit day! Friday, January 28th think SUMMER with our Summer Dreamin’ Spirit Day! Wear your finest summer wear and think warm thoughts, just remember we still go outside for recess so dress for warmth too :)
The district in partnership with Griffin hospital has scheduled a series of vaccination clinics for our students aged 5 - 11 at our elementary schools. Mathewson will host our first clinic which has been scheduled for February 1st between the hours of 4-8 pm. More information will be forthcoming.
Valentines: Valentine’s Day is always exciting in elementary school. Our students love to share how they care about each other :) Students will be permitted to pass out valentine cards this year if they wish to participate. Please know your child’s teacher will send out more information as the date approaches. We ask that you do not send in any gift bags or food items. Cards (and a small bookmark or pencil) are welcome. Your child’s teacher will be happy to provide you with the number of students in the classroom so you know how many cards to purchase or make should you wish to participate. Staff will help to ensure that we are handing out the items and still celebrating the fun while following social distancing guidelines.
ASAP!'s Celebration of Young Game Designers (grades 3-12)- This opportunity promotes creative thinking, problem-solving, writing, storytelling, visual arts while showing students the process of video game development. Top selected students will work virtually with professional video game developers to bring their video game to life! The deadline is Feb. 1st, 2022. Please see the flier for more information.
COVID Vaccine upload - Parents may voluntarily provide a copy of their child’s COVID immunization card now by uploading it using our secure form here. This information will only be accessible by school nurses and school administration.
Stay healthy, PAWsitive and Be Kind!
Melissa Currier
Melissa Currier, Principal
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Important Dates, WOOF!
Wednesday, January 26th: Early Dismissal for Teacher Professional Learning. Students dismissed at 1:25 pm.
Friday, January 28th: Mathewson Summer Dreaming Spirit Day
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District-wide Information
If your child is a remote learner and we have inclement weather what happens?
As we head into the winter months the likelihood of inclement weather having an impact on our school schedule is certainly heightened. In an effort to keep all of our staff and students safe there are instances when school is closed, delayed, or dismissed early. However, since our remote learning schedule and associated logistics are different than for our in person learners we thought it appropriate to clarify how inclement weather or other days where the full day in person school schedule is modified may have an effect on the remote learning schedule.
School Closure Remote Learning Plan:
In the event that Milford Public Schools are closed due to weather or other factors there will be no synchronous or asynchronous remote learning sessions held.
Remote Learning Plan for Delays
If school is delayed a synchronous morning meeting would not occur for remote learning students. All synchronous STEM and Humanities lessons will follow the regular remote learning schedule.
Remote Learning Plan for Early Dismissals:
Early dismissals will not impact the remote learning schedule. If school is dismissed early due to weather, teacher professional learning, or any other reason remote learning students will follow the regular remote learning schedule.
It is our goal to ensure that a student engaging in temporary remote learning due to a Milford Health Department authorized Covid-19 related isolation or quarantine experience the least possible disruption in their learning. Therefore, it is our intention to keep both the synchronous and asynchronous opportunities for our remote learners as consistent as possible.
If you have any questions about the remote learning schedule please feel free to reach out to your child’s remote learning teacher or school counselor.
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Older News…. But Still Important!
Mrs. Wetmore, our Library Media Specialist, has created a new Media Center webpage. On it, you will find links to many of the students' favorite websites for coding, virtual field trips, book awards, and more! You can also check it out periodically for book recommendations for K-2, 3-5, and even adults. Enjoy and don't hesitate to reach out to her with any questions!
Staff Dress Down Days- Staff donates money yearly in order to “dress down” on Fridays throughout the year. The money goes to help support families, staff and community causes where we want to express care. Sometimes we add an extra day or two if we want to earn a little more to donate. So if you see us in our jeans you know it is to support a great cause! GO BULLDOGS!
Attendance : If your child is absent from learning, you must log in and report the absence that day through the PowerSchool Parent Portal.
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