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On Wednesday, we held grade level meetings during teachers' common planning time. Our focus was on reviewing the progress of students towards their Cycle 3 WIN goal. We discussed the progress of each student and their progress toward their goal. We also discussed strategies to help students who were struggling and ways to motivate them to reach their goal. The meetings were beneficial for all involved, as we were able to review the progress of each student made and come up with new Cycle 4 goals.

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Our grade five teachers and interventionists (Reading & ESL) had the opportunity to take a museum walk of student work samples. It was a great time to collaborate and calibrate, as they were able to view the progress of the students. Everyone was excited to see the work that had been accomplished.

Grades 1-5 participated in meetings throughout the day.

Please sign up for your child's Parent Teacher Conference Meeting. All meetings will be held on zoom. Conference links can be found on our website or inside the teachers S'more newsletter.

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Dear families,

Though the month of February was short, Lowell artists were busy learning and creating together. This newsletter is slightly belated due to the brevity of the month, and because students are still finishing up some fabulous February projects post February break that I wanted to share with you all.

Some of our fourth and fifth graders have been asking me about the District Art Show - specifically, will we have one this year? The answer is YES! It will be in April this year, and I will have more information for you all soon.

Warmly,

Ms. Chroneos

Kindergarten registration is now open for the 2023-2024 school year.

Registration is open to Watertown children who turn 5 by August 31, 2023. The registration link is below:

https://www.watertown.k12.ma.us/about_our_district/registration_for_school

If you need interpretation assistance, please contact the Registrar's office to set up an appointment. We would be happy to help you through the registration process.

Information nights will be held on Wednesday, March 1 at 6:30 p.m. at our three elementary schools. The Hosmer and Cunniff Schools will hold these sessions in person, while the Lowell School will hold their information night virtually due to ongoing construction.

You can find a map of the Watertown elementary school zones here and the updated attendance zone policy here.

Documents needed to register:

• Copy of Parent Photo ID

• A copy of the original birth certificate, or a copy of the passport if you do not have a birth certificate. If the Birth Certificate is in a language other than English, please also include a copy of the child’s passport.

• A copy of a current U.S. Physical Exam Form which includes all immunizations. If your child’s PE form will not be dated within 12 mos. of September 2023, please make an appointment for a new physical before September.

• Two Proofs of Residence in Watertown (one from List A and one from List B):

• List A: real estate tax bill, lease, or notarized affidavit form signed by the homeowner (if you are not on the deed/lease, the affidavit must be accompanied by a copy of the owner's Mortgage bill/ deed/real estate tax bill.)

• List B: utility bill- electric, gas, oil, cable or confirmation of service notice/service agreement/new customer letter (for those who recently moved and have not yet received a bill) (Note: bank statements, telephone bill, excise tax or income tax documents are NOT acceptable.)

For more information, please contact Terri Stafford at terri.stafford@watertown.k12.ma.us

Starting in March, the Bookmobile (aka The Speed Reader) will be making regular stops at both Lowell locations. If you haven’t been able to get to the Watertown Free Public Library, the library is now coming to you. We’ll be able to check out books, get new library cards, learn about library services and talk to friendly librarians. Catch the Speed Reader on the following dates and times:

Phillips Building 10 am- 2:15 pm

March 13

April 24

May 15

Lowell West Building 10 am- 2:15 pm

March 20

April 25

May 22

In the event of inclement weather, Bookmobile service will be canceled.

Lowell students are welcome to take advantage of the Bookmobile service provided by the Watertown Free & Public Library. If they have an active library card, they can check out books from the Bookmobile. If your child does not yet have a library card, you can fill out the application below to get them one. With a library card, your child can access a variety of books and other resources from the Watertown Free & Public Library.

As a reminder, our comprehensive coding curriculum for 3-12th graders is flexible, whether you launch new programs or incorporate our resources into programs you already have. Plus, all students who join the GWC community can then tap into lifelong college and career support, events with tech companies, and even the chance to win monetary prizes through our coding challenges. Here is our webinar if you’d like more information.

Would you still be able to share our Girls Who Code Clubs flyer with folks at J R Lowell Elementary School to encourage them to apply?

Science Spotlights

In-Person Event | Saturdays, March 11, April 8, May 13, 2:00–3:30 pm

Harvard Museum of Natural History, 26 Oxford Street, Cambridge

Meet up-and-coming scientists and learn about questions at the forefront of research today in this series of monthly short talks. Perhaps you’ll discuss how studying dog reactions help us learn about the evolution of social behavior, or maybe you’ll consider the regrowth of a microscopic worm after injury. Recommended for ages 10–Adults.

Let’s Draw: HMSC Sketching Weekend

In-Person Event | Saturday, March 18 and Sunday, March 19, 1:00–­4:00 pm

The Harvard Museums of Science & Culture provide inspiration for all levels of artists and curious visitors. Elevate your own creative process by trying your hand at sketching this weekend. Meet HMSC Volunteer Sketching Facilitators in the galleries and learn what motivates them to draw in the museums. Then try sketching a museum object yourself.

Amazing Archaeology Fair at Harvard

In-Person Event | Sunday, March 26, 1:00–4:00 pm

Explore North American, South American, Egyptian, and Mesopotamian archaeology across the exhibit halls of two museums. Activities include ancient DNA analysis, animal mummies, King Tut’s throne, spear throwing, flintknapping, and other surprises during this popular annual event.

Summer Science Weeks

In-Person Summer Programs | Mondays–Fridays, 9:30 am–12:00 pm

Registration is open! Select from a wide array of Summer Science Week programs for children entering grades 1–8. Favorites include Amazing Animals, Super Scientists, and The Ins and Outs of Skeletons.

Watertown Public Schools and the Fine, Applied, and Performing Arts Department present...

The return of:

BAND-A-RAMA

A performance for all band students in grades 4 -12. This includes: percussion, xylophone, flute, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, horn, tuba, and clarinet.

Rehearsal: Monday March 13th at 3:15pm Watertown High School

Performance: Wednesday March 15th 7pm Watertown High School Gymnasium

for questions please contact: Maxwell Thew (grades 4-8) maxwell.thew@watertown.k12.ma.us

Daniel Jordan. (grades 9-12) daniel.jordan@watertown.k12.ma.us

2023 April Vacation Week Program Registration Opens on Thursday, March 16th at 7:00 PM!

Online registration for Watertown Community Education's 2023 April Vacation Program - Wild Animal Adventure Week, being held at the Hosmer Elementary School, opens at 7:00 PM on Thursday, March 16th! Spaces are limited, please register early. Registrations will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis. Click the link to the 2023 April Vacation Week Program Smore Flyer for full details including cost, dates, daily sub-themes, and to access the online Google Form registration link https://www.smore.com/1yxg2.

Please reach out to Debi Cornelius at debora.cornelius@watertown.k12.ma.us and Jeff Bodner at jeffrey.bodner@watertown.k12.ma.us with any questions regarding the 2023 April Vacation Program.

March Cradles to Crayons Children’s Clothing Drive

Text for Announcements:

There will be a Cradles to Crayons children’s clothing drive between March 20th and March 31st. New or lightly used clothing can be dropped off in the box at the main lobby.

Text for the S’more:

WMS 8th grade student, Maddox Caron is working with Cradles to Crayons and Project351 to run a 0-12 clothing drive between March 20th and March 31st. Join in!

New or lightly used clothing can be dropped off in the box at the main lobby.

• Ages 0-12, but any size is accepted

• New or lightly used

• Undergarments & socks must be new

1 in 3 children in Massachusetts is at risk of experiencing clothing insecurity. Together we can make a difference!

Watertown Girl Scout Troop 70133 is hosting a food drive to support the Watertown Catholic Collaborative Food Pantry. Stop by their "drive thru" to drop off your donations:

Watertown Catholic Collaborative Food Pantry

Sacred Heart Parish

770 Mount Auburn St.

Saturday, March 18th

2:00-4:00pm

Priority items include:

Cereal

Pasta and sauce

Rice

Canned peas, corn, and carrots

Tuna

Cake mixes

Peanut butter and jelly

Crackers and cookies

Canned fruit

Dressings and condiments

Canned soup

Coffee and tea

Toilet paper

Toiletries

If you'd like to donate but can't make it on the 18th, please contact Danielle Murphy at daniellemurphy421@gmail.com to coordinate. Thank you for your support of our students and community!

Saturday, April 1 – Sunday, April 30, 2023

Yard Art Watertown 2023 is an event celebrating art and community residents’ front

yards and porches. This year it will occur for the entire month of April!

You and your family are invited to create something to be viewed from the street or

sidewalk. It can be an assemblage, a sculpture, an art project, a lighting

arrangement—let your imagination run free!

Register for YardArt Watertown at: www.mosesianarts.org/YardArt

To get folks inspired, the Hatch Makers Space will host two free public events.

“Hatch an Idea for YardArt” will take place Monday, March 6, from 7 to 8:30pm via

Zoom. And “YardArt Building Techniques” on Monday, March 13, from 7 to 9pm on site

at Hatch. Preregistration is required and both events will be ticketed through Hatch and

the Watertown Free Public Library. Register for Hatch events at the YardArt Watertown

website (www.mosesianarts.org/YardArt).

YardArt Watertown is a project of the Watertown Cultural Council in collaboration with

the Watertown Public Arts and Culture Committee, the Mosesian Center for the Arts,

Hatch Makerspace, Live Well Watertown, Watertown Art Association and Watertown

Bike and Pedestrian Committee; supported by Watertown Community Foundation,

Watertown Business Coalition and Watertown Public Schools.

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/yardartwatertown/

Twitter https://twitter.com/YardArtWtown

Please join your fellow elementary school families and students as we dance the night away during this fundraiser put on by the class of 2023. Concessions including pizza, drinks and snacks will be for sale. Dressing up a little is encouraged but not required! Please note this is NOT a drop-off event, all children need to be accompanied by an adult.

All participants are asked to register using this Google Form. Online payments ($10 for adults, $5 for students) are preferred so organizers can better estimate the number of participants. Cash will be accepted at the door ($10 entry fee for all ages).

Please email WatertownFamilyFormal@gmail.com with any questions.

A translation of the Google form can be accessed by right-clicking on the form and choosing “translate to English”. You may then “Choose another language” to have the document translated to a language of your choice.

3/14/2023

6:30PM - 7:30PM FTO Meeting

3/15/2023

12:15PM Early Release

2:45PM - 4:05PM Professional Learning

3/16/2023

6:00PM-7:00PM School Site Council

3/20/2023

10:00AM-2:20PM BookMobile Visit (Lowell West)

3/21/2023

4:30PM-6:30PM Parent Teacher Conference

3/22/2023

Holiday: Ramadan (Islam)

March 22 - April 21 - 2023

3/23/2023

12:15PM Early Release

1:00PM-2:30PM Parent Teacher Conference

3/28/2023

12:15PM Early Release

1:00PM - 2:30PM Parent Teacher Conference

7:00PM - 8:00PM DIB Council Meeting

3/29/2023

6:00PM - 8:00PM Parent Teacher Conference

3/30/2023

8:30AM - 12:00PM Grade 4 & 5 String Students Field Trip

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MCAS Dates for grades 3,4 & 5

ELA

Tuesday, April 4th

Thursday, April 6th

Math

Tuesday, May 16th

Thursday, May 18th

Science

Only Grade 5 takes Science

Wednesday, May 24th

Thursday, May 25th