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I hope you had a festive Halloween weekend! Friday nights, Trunk or Treat was a huge success. I am amazed by the level of creativity that went into decorating trunks. Hats off to the FTO for running such a fun event for our kids and adults!
Last Monday, I had the pleasure of presenting at the School Committee Meeting on behalf of Lowell School. It was Lowell's month to present a Learning Showcase. The presentation didn't go exactly as planned due to some technical issues. But with the help of tech wiz Mr. Chen, we turn our presentation into a video. Please take a look the students are absolutely adorable.
I can't believe November will begin on Tuesday. Don't forget, we will turn clocks back Saturday, November 5th!
With a grateful heart,
Stacy
A reminder about upcoming Early Release Days:
Good day,
Tuesday, November 1st is a half day; please, pick up your child at 12:15. If your child rides the bus, they will leave the school at 12:15. Parents who meet their child at the bus must be at the bus stop otherwise, your child will be brought back to school.
Thank you for your support.
Mrs. Phelan
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Bom Dia,
terça-feira, 1 de novembro é meio dia; por favor, pegue seu filho às 12h15.
Se seu filho for de ônibus, ele sairá da escola às 12h15. Os pais que encontram seus filhos no ônibus devem estar no ponto de ônibus, caso contrário, seu filho será trazido de volta à escola.
Obrigado pelo seu apoio.
Sra. Phelan
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Buenos días,
martes, 1 de noviembre es medio día; por favor, recoja a su hijo a las 12:15. Si su hijo viaja en autobús, saldrá de la escuela a las 12:15. Los padres que se encuentren con su hijo en el autobús deben estar en la parada del autobús, de lo contrario, su hijo será llevado de regreso a la escuela.
Gracias por tu apoyo.
Sra. Phelan
Dear Families,
A number of our students have personal electronic devices (PED) that they bring to school. At the Lowell, we recognize the value and importance of these devices and are actively teaching students on their responsible use. The reason for this message is because we’ve noticed general distracted behaviors such as students scrolling through screens / apps and exchanging text messages with their grown-ups on their smart watches.
Our students know that phones should be in their bags and turned off, and we will share our expectations around smart watch and general PED usage upon their return. If you have a urgent matter and need to communicate with your child(ren), we kindly ask that you communicate with the front office first and we’ll be sure to pass the information.
Should you have questions regarding PEDs, additional information could be located in the Student / Parent Handbook. We greatly appreciate your assistance to create a supportive learning environment for all of our students.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Phelan
A reminder to families about the district guidelines for personal electronic devices. The information below is from the 2022-2023 Student/Parent Handbook. Please review the guidelines below and discuss them with your student.
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PERSONAL ELECTRONIC DEVICES
To better protect students from misuse of handheld devices the following guidelines have been established:
1. In the school building, personal electronic devices (PED) should be off, unless specified otherwise by the teacher. PEDs may be used during school hours under the supervision of the teacher only.
2. Any use of these PEDs outside of teacher supervision is strictly prohibited. Faculty/staff have the right to confiscate a PED and turn it into the principal’s office. The student may pick up the device at the office at the end of the school day. Repeated offenses may require the parent to pick up the device.
3. Urgent messages between parents/guardians and students must be communicated via the main office.
4. The school is not responsible for the maintenance, loss, theft or damage of any personal electronic device.
5. All use of personal electronic devices is commensurate with the District’s Acceptable Use Policy.
Two Lowell School mothers (Sheila Krishnan mother to Merra Cambell in second grade , and Sneha Arekar mom to Om Dubey in grade one) visited Lowell on Monday. Grades 1 & 2 students had the opportunity to create a rangoli out of colorful sand with their classmates. They also had the opportunity to sample a delicious treat call Gulab Jamun which taste very much like a donut soaked in maple syrup.
What is Diwali?Diwali celebrates a Hindu god coming to Earth to destroy a demon that was destroying peace on Earth. In another, it celebrates a prince's royal homecoming after years in exile. As a whole, the Festival of Lights, which is Diwali, marks the victory of good over evil.
What is a Rangoli?
Traditionally, Rangoli is an art of decoration drawn on the floor or the entrances of homes. It is thought to bring good luck, prosperity on the house and in the family, and to welcome guests. Some mothers in India do this activity every morning, or on a special festive occasion like Diwali, Onam, and Pongal.
Caregivers Are Invited to Attend Morning Meeting with Your Student
There are numerous benefits to starting each day with a morning meeting in the classroom that make it worth the few extra minutes each morning. It’s important to note that benefits are seen when morning meeting is a regular and consistent part of each day. Come join us and attend the morning meeting with your student. The schedule by grade is below. Please stay and have a cup of coffee with Mrs. Phelan and Mr. Chen and our SEL team. We will also review how Title One funds support teaching and learning at Lowell.
Here are a few positive outcomes that morning meeting can support:
- Builds meaningful relationships and establishes the trust (student to student and teacher to student)
- Sets the tone for a positive classroom climate
- Creates a space to highlight and discuss mental health needs
- Promotes the idea that all voices matter and are listened to
- Provides opportunities for teaching social, emotional, and academic skills
- Increases student confidence and self-awareness
- Motivates learners to do their best
- Supports academic learning
- Creates a kinder community
Simply put, morning meetings help all students do their best.
Watertown Mutual Aid Network’s is hosting a Winter Donation Drive & Free Store is on Sunday, November 6th at Ballroom in Boston at 100 Parker Street in Watertown, MA. They will be receiving donations of winter coats, winter clothes for kids, and personal care items from 10:30am-12:30pm and then indivduals/families can "shop" for free 1-2:30pm. This event is open to anyone.
Save the Date
Monday 10/31/2022
9:30AM Bus Evacuation [Lowell West Only] In-School Event
Tuesday 11/1/2022
12:15PM Early Release
1:00PM Parent Teacher Conference
Wednesday 11/2/2022
2:45PM Faculty Meeting
Thursday, 11/3/2022
8:30AM IA Building Meeting
6:00-8:00 PM Parent Teacher Conference
Friday, 11/4/2022
8:15AM Morning Meeting Visit / Coffee Hour (Grade 2)
8:30AM Fundations Learning Walk In-School Event
Monday, 11/7/2022
9:30AM Bus Evacuation [Phillips] In-School Event
Tuesday, 11/8/2022
Professional Development Day
No School For Students
Thursday, 11/10/2022
8:15AM Morning Meeting Visit / Coffee Hour (Grade 1)
Friday, 11/11/2022
Veteran's Day - No School
Tuesday, 11/15/2022
6:00PM SEPAC Meeting
6:30PM FTO Meeting
Thursday, 11/17/2022
6:00PM School Site Council
7:00PM Parent DIB Council Meeting
Friday, 11/18/2022
8:15AM Morning Meeting Visit / Coffee Hour (Grade K)
Wednesday, 11/23/2022
12:00PM Early Release
Thursday, 11/24/2022
Thanksgiving - No School
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