Dear Intermediate School Families,
Last week wass National School Counselors Week, and at GRAIS we celebrated our talented, kind, and ever-responsive school adjustment counselors, Mrs. Kyla Maderios and Mrs. Maranda Pennini. Beyond servicing the social-emotional needs of students whose 504 plans or IEPs call for support from them, both are always happy to help any child in need and to assist families as requested. Additionally, these selfless women head up our food pantry program, our Thanksgiving basket donations, and our holiday gifts program through local charitable agencies.
Kyla works with our fourth graders, while Maranda works with our fifth graders. Next year, they will reverse grades, so that our students have two years with the same counselor, allowing for relationships to develop over the students’ time at the intermediate level. We are so blessed to have these women on our team, as they make up a large piece of the fabric that makes our school special. Mrs. Maderios can be reached at 508.923.3106, extension 3151, and Mrs. Pennini’s extension is 3152 should you ever need either. I know you join me in thanking them for all they do every week, not just this one!
Plymouth State Character Education Assembly:
On Tuesday, we were treated to a lovely performance from the TIGER troupe from Plymouth State University. Their message is “Be courageous, grateful, forgiving, and compassionate” Our fourth and fifth graders were engaged and a wonderful audience. Thank you to the PTO for arranging it and all of you for supporting fundraisers in any way!
The PTO:
Sweet and Treats Day for staff is on February 14th. Someone from the PTO will be in the main lobby as early as 7:45 a.m. to accept donations or they may be sent in with your student. All the information will be on the Sign-up Genius, so stay tuned.
Dates to Remember:
February Break – 19th through the 23rd
No School – March 5th
ELA/Math Games Event – March 21st at 5:45 - 7:15 p.m.
PTO’s Mardi GRAIS Drop-off Evening Social – March 22nd from 6 - 8 p.m.
Spring Picture Day – March 27th
Early Dismissal at 11:30 a.m. – April 1st
No School – April 12th
Spring Vacation – April 15th through the 19th
Scholastic Book Fair – April 29th through May 3rd
No School – May 27th
Nature’s Classroom- June 4th - 7th
Survivor Day – June 14th
Anticipated Last Day of School – June 18th
Spring MCAS Dates:
Grade Five ELA MCAS – April 2nd & 3rd
Grade Four ELA MCAS – April 4th & 5th
Grade Five Math MCAS – May 13th & 14th
Grade Four Math MCAS – May 15th & 16th
Grade Five Science MCAS – May 20th & 21st
With much respect and gratitude for your ongoing support,
Dr. Sullivan
508.923.3506 X3150
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