February 6, 2022

Dear Quashnet School Community, 

Monday, February 7, 2022, is an early release day for students.  Student dismissal is at 12:30 PM. If there are any changes in the regular dismissal routine for your child, please send an email to qsattendance@mpspk12.org or send a note to school with your child. Early release days are a full day for teachers and staff who will be engaging in important training and work with a continued focus on improving student outcomes. 

This week is National School Counseling Week.  We are SO fortunate to have a skilled and dedicated team of counselors at Quashnet School!  Mrs. Morrison, Ms. Maggiacomo, and Ms. Abrantes support students every day with navigating friendship, worries, calming strategies, focus, problem-solving, providing lunch-bunches, and the list goes on! 😊

The Quashnet family appreciates and values all they do!  

Last Thursday, 25 students were inducted into the Quashnet School National Elementary Honor Society.  Only students in Grades 5 & 6 are eligible for participation.  Membership in the NEHS is based on four pillars, Scholarship, Leadership, Character, and Service. Teacher recommendation is a requirement for participation, Math and ELA MCAS, Star scores, and report cards are evaluated. Students who are nominated must complete an application, including an essay. Members agree to commit to community service hours and attend NEHS meetings. The photo tab above includes photos from the event. Congratulations to our new inductees.  

Two reminders from last week: 

Grade 5 Parents/Guardians: Please be sure to read the letter that was recently sent home regarding lessons on human growth and development that begin this week. In Grade 5, students learn about the human body. We encourage parents to preview the material, ask questions, and opt out of the lesson for their child if desired. Lessons on puberty in our school are based on biology - body changes and growth. 

February is Black History Month! Over the course of the month, students will be learning about the amazing impact African-Americans have had on all of us. Over the course of the month, students will hear biographies of influential leaders such as, such as Rebeca Lee Crumpler, Benjamin Banneker, Charlotte E. Ray, James Armistead Lafayette, John Robinson, Alma Woodsey, and others. 

As shared by Superintendent DeBoer, "Our Pre-K through grade 6 students will enjoy a different read-aloud each day celebrating black voices.  The calendar of Read-Alouds can be found here." Enjoy as a family read-aloud! 

The Woods Hole Diversity Advisory Committee also offers these free events to all those interested. 

Use this link to register:

www.woodsholediversity.org/bhm2022/

A Notice from Cape Cod Community College: 

To celebrate National Children’s Dental Health Month, the Wilkens Family Dental Hygiene Clinic at Cape Cod Community College will provide free examinations and cleanings for children ages 3 through 17. Appointments are available during February vacation week. Dental care in the clinic is provided by the renowned 4Cs Dental Hygiene students, under the supervision of licensed dental hygienists and dentists. Children who are scheduled for exams during February vacation week will be provided with an exam, cleaning, fluoride treatment, and toothbrush instruction, all at no cost to the family. A parent or legal guardian must be present. Appointments must be scheduled in advance and are available on:

• Tuesday, February 22 at 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, February 23 at 8:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
• Thursday, February 24 at 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m.

There are also a limited number of appointments in the Dental Clinic available throughout the rest of February. To make an appointment, call the Wilkens Family Dental Hygiene Clinic at 774-330-4371.

Wishing you all a great week ahead.     

Respectfully, 

Principal O'Brien