Principal's Corner

What a beautiful, sunny Sunday!

Looking forward to two weeks with your amazing students before February Break! These next two weeks are packed with ARC literacy coaching for our educators, spirit days for our students, and lots of Killam Building Project work! Be sure to take a peek at the events below for more information.

Be well,

Mrs. Lindsey Fulton, Principal

This Week:

• ACCESS Testing- all week
• Tuesday, February 6th- PTO Meeting 7 PM
• Tuesday, February 6th- 100th Day of School
• Tuesday, February 6th- SEPAC Event (see flyer below)
• Thursday, February 8th- Paint Night (see flyer below)

Next Week:

• Wednesday, February 14th- Valentine's Day- Students wear pink/red/white
• Thursday, February 15th- Pajama Day
• Friday, February 16th- Killam Spirit Gear Day
• February Vacation- Saturday, February 17th- Sunday, February 25th

Dear Families,

Earlier this school year, I performed vision screenings for all the students. Vision is strongly tied to academic success, so good vision is a top priority for our students.

If you received a vision screening referral for your student and have not followed up to let me know the plan for your student, I will be reaching out to you in the next few weeks. If you have made a plan for your student to have a vision exam, or they have had an exam, please let me know.

Additionally, with the winter season, we are seeing more cases of childhood illnesses including conjunctivitis which is easily spread, especially amongst our youngest students.

Information about conjunctivitis:

What is it?

Conjunctivitis is an infection of the eyes. It can be caused by a virus, bacteria, or by allergies. The white parts of the eyes become pink or red; the eyes may hurt or feel itchy or scratchy; and the eyes may produce lots of tears and discharge (pus). In the morning, the discharge may make the eyelids stick together. (Some children and adults have allergies that can cause everything listed here except pus.) Conjunctivitis is a mild illness and is not dangerous.

How do you catch conjunctivitis?

The pus is infectious. If children rub their eyes, they get it on their hands. They can then touch someone else’s eyes or hands or touch an object. If other children get discharge on their hands and then touch their own eyes, they can catch it.

Please take these precautions:

1. Watch your child and family members for signs of conjunctivitis.

2. See your healthcare provider if your child develops conjunctivitis. Your child may need to be given an eye medication.

3. Tell us if your child is being treated for conjunctivitis.

Take care and be well,

Sharon Grottkau, BSN, RN, NCSN

School Nurse

J.W. Killam Elementary School

333 Charles Street

Reading, MA 01867

• This Friday, our Killam School Reps, JoEllen McGinnity, Katie Cole, and I participated in a Ed Visioning Workshop with LBA and Colliers.

• Tuesday and Wednesday, we will have traffic surveyors on the property

Killam School Community Outreach Opportunity!

Join the Killam School Building Committee and the design team from Lavallee Brensinger Architects (LBA) on Thursday, FEBRUARY 29, 2024 from 5:30-7PM in the RMHS library to give your feedback on the sustainability goals identified for the new elementary school building project. A hybrid option will be available as well for those who prefer to participate remotely: https://readingpsma.zoom.us/j/85339034443

The Reading Memorial High School Library is on the second floor, accessible via elevator, at 62 Oakland Road.

We want to hear from you!

2024-2025 Kindergarten Registration: . The 2024-2025 Registration Packet is now available on the website for you to view and download. You may also click here to view and download the packet. Please note, parents/caregivers are encouraged to use the packet in its fillable format.

The Great Gatsby presented by The RMHS Drama Club. This 30-minute one-act play based on the novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald was adapted by the RMHS Drama Club for its participation in the METG High School DramaFest competition in March. It will premiere at the RMHS Performing Arts Center February 9-11. Open the community.

Details and tickets:

https://www.rmhsdrama.org/the-great-gatsby

$15/adults, $10/students & seniors.

Email: lindsey.fulton@reading.k12.ma.us
Website: https://killam.reading.k12.ma.us/en-US
Location: 333 Charles Street, Reading, MA, USA
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