Parent Technology Survey

Principal’s Note…

It was wonderful to see so many of you at the Luau sponsored by the PTO on the 14th. Both students and parents seemed to have a great time and I am pleased to report that over 350 students attended the event.

The first round of MCAS has ended and I would like to congratulate our students for their hard work and dedication during the exams. Each day students came to school ready to put forth their best effort. I think this is a reflection not only of the students and their teachers, but also the parents. We appreciate the support you give in spreading the message that not only is this test important, but it is an opportunity for students to show what they have learned. The second cycle of this year's testing starts May 13th, please note the exact dates on the April newsletter. It is essential that all students are in school on these days.

I am thrilled about the new activity our fourth graders are doing this year for the fourth grade social. The PTO has organized a pen pal letter exchange between the fourth graders at GRAIS and the fourth graders at Freetown Elementary. I think this is an exciting way for these students to make new friends and prepare for the transition to fifth grade. For those of you who haven't written back to your pen pal yet, get writing!

You will notice that enclosed with report cards this term will a Parent Technology Survey. Please take some time to complete and return this survey. Your responses will be used to create our District Technology Plan. If you prefer, the survey may also be completed online. Parent Technology Survey

Mrs. Megan Beaubien, Principal

Family Vacations…

We strongly discourage you from planning and taking vacations while school is in session. It is our policy that work will not be provided for students on vacations and work will need to be made up after school or on the students' time when they return. Our teachers take a great deal of time planning and implementing classroom lessons. The learning that goes on in the classroom cannot be replicated through independent work. Missing time in school negatively impacts students' academic progress and creates gaps in their learning.