Mathewson Elementary School
PAWprint February 7, 2022
Hello Mathewson Families,
Hope you enjoyed your Friday ice day. We had a busy day last week. Here is all the important information that you need to know for Mathewson and MPS! Stay warm this week and look for our next PAWprint back on schedule this Friday.
Please join us for our February Virtual PTA Mtg. Tuesday, February 8th at 7 pm!
Join using this link
Valentine’s Day treat - A thank you to our MPS food service who will be providing a special Valentine’s day treat to all students on 2/14.
Check out a PTA Sponsored event for the Bridgeport Islanders on 2/27/22. Click here to learn all about it.
January Tech Tip - Check out this month’s tech tip with a variety of services from Milford Public Library including how to request a library card, access e-books and even a streaming video service - January Community Tech Tip.
Kindergarten registration - coming soon: Please check out this press release about upcoming Kindergarten registration. Kindergarten Press Release
Spring Conferences -
We are pleased to announce our Spring 2022 Elementary School Virtual Conference Schedule:
Wednesday, March 30th 5:30-8:00 p.m.
Thursday, March 31st 1:45-3:45 p.m.
Friday, April 1st 1:45-3:45 p.m.
*Please note that we will have a modified early dismissal time on the conference days to accommodate the conference schedule. Therefore, students will be dismissed on March 30th, March 31st and April 1st at 1:15pm.
Our spring conferences will be held virtually and parents/guardians will once again have the opportunity to select a conference time through My Conference Time. We are looking forward to meeting with you to discuss your child’s learning! Spring conference sign up information will be live on our school website from February 28 at 9:00 a.m. through March 25 at 12:00 pm . Quick tip: Look for emails from “noreply@myconferencetime.com” when searching email for conference confirmation communications.
Black History month - Throughout the year, there are many celebrations focused on acknowledging the history and contributions of different groups. Black History Month begins on February 1. Milford Public Schools continues our commitment to celebrating diversity and the unique gifts and experiences of our Milford Public Schools students, families and staff that make our community so special. Our ongoing goal is to provide opportunities for all learners to see themselves within our curriculum. If you would like to explore some of the Black History Events events happening across the state you can visit: https://www.ctvisit.com/articles/black-history-month-activities-connecticut
Daffodil days are Back!
Click here for more info & to order your flowers to help support
The American Cancer Society.
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!
Friday, February 11th: Next School Spirit Day (TBD)
Friday, February 18th and Monday, February 21st: No School Winter Recess
Tuesday, February 22nd: Mathewson Twinning Day!
Wednesday, February 23rd: Early Dismissal for Teacher Professional Learning. Students dismissed at 1:25
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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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