Willett Whaler

Our buses leave the school exiting onto Watson Avenue daily. The drivers need to make a wide turn onto the street. We are respectfully requesting families not park on Watson Avenue during arrival and dismissal.

Willett is hiring. We are in need of (1) paraprofessional in our K-2 SPARK classroom. If you or anyone you know are looking for an opportunity to work in our school, you can find the job description and apply button here.

We know that families play an essential role in reinforcing timely and regular student attendance. See the link below for some tips on encouraging and supporting your student. As a reminder, all APS Attendance Policies can be found in the student handbooks.

There is a promotion from Whitson's in February. You will find ingredients lists for two special items not found on the menu below.

On March 14, 2024, from 6:00-7:30 PM, Attleboro Public Schools (APS) will host A Night to Discover: APS Student Learning and Community Partnership Showcase. Now in the second year of this annual event, this evening is an opportunity for APS staff, students, families, and community organizations to come together as students throughout the district display their learning experiences and local community resources share information about their services and programs. The goal of this event is to bring all stakeholders from the community together to celebrate student successes and share resources. More information to come soon. We look forward to seeing you there!

Hello Families!

We are kicking off our annual Supplies Drive to support the amazing teachers and staff at Willett. We have created an Amazon Wish List to make it extra easy for purchasing this year.

We have a few options:

1. Purchase from Amazon for delivery directly to Willett: Willett Elementary School Attn. PTO, 32 Watson Ave, Attleboro, MA 02703
2. Purchase from Amazon and have your child bring into school labeled "PTO"
3. Donate an Amazon gift card - send to Willettptopres@gmail.com or bring into school with your child labeled "PTO"
4. Donate any dollar amount (even $1 - $5 will help!) to the PTO and we will use towards purchasing items off of the Wish List

Link to Willett PTO Supply Drive List: https://a.co/gn5cDPA

Thank you in advance for your support!

Willett PTO

February

16 - Early Release (12:25)

19-23 - No School - February Break

Aiden, Rosalie, Leo, Leatisha, Tilia, Phalyna, Kolton, Simon, Aiden, Alexis, Leah, Carter, Peyton

We have selected dates for our MCAS testing in the Spring of 2024. Please do your best to not schedule vacations on these dates:

Grade 3

• ELA - April 3rd and 4th
• Math - May 8th and 9th

Grade 4

• ELA - April 1st and 2nd
• Math - May 6th and 7th

Please see these important newsletters for information about our Title I programming.

Title I Home School Compact

Title I Family Engagement Plan

Students have begun wearing smart watches in school. What follows below is the language from page 27 of the Student Handbook.

Students are not allowed to capture photos, voice recordings, or video images of any person(s) in the school building at anytime. This includes film and digital cameras, laptops, the video component of a video phone, photo, or video recorders, or through the use of any other technology used to capture photos or record video images. Exceptions can be made for students fulfilling the requirements of an activity assigned by a teacher.

The secret use of sound or videotaping devices is illegal (MA General Law Chapter 272 section 99). Videotaping or sound recording a class or individual without the permission of everyone involved is a criminal offense with severe penalties. Students engaging in such activities will be subject to disciplinary action. The inappropriate use of a video or picture cell phone is prohibited at all times; and may also be subject to the Cyber Harassment Policy.

All personal devices must be stored in backpacks and accessed only with permission of the educator for educational purposes. Personal devices are the responsibility of the student to keep safe and operational.

Please note that even though meals will be free for all students this school year, it remains essential for families who believe they qualify to complete the household Application for Free and Reduced Price Meals for the 2023-2024 school year. Visit our Food Services page to learn more and Apply Online: https://www.attleboroschools.com/o/aps/page/food-services2

The APS Community Resource Guide has moved! Click the link below to access the updated list of local resources and community supports: https://www.attleboroschools.com/o/apswc/page/community-resource-guide

New School Year Information

Please check out this highly informative back to school information from the district.

https://www.attleboroschools.com/o/apswc/page/for-families-aps-welcome

Free / Reduced Lunch Applications

Much like the transportation application process, we will not be sending home paper copies of the SY 23-24 Free/Reduced Lunch applications this year. We will be sending out a series of notifications to families with this information and it is included in the New School Year Information document above. We will send a small number of paper applications to each building so that you have them available if they are requested. Lunch applications can be completed online and are found on the Food Services webpage here: https://attleboropsma.sites.thrillshare.com/o/aps/page/food-services2