Day School News
May 29, 2021
Dear Day School Community,
On Friday morning, Day School students participated in our annual Memorial Day Event to honor all of our fallen heroes who have sacrificed their lives in defense of our freedom. Nidhi and Snithik from Mrs. Cargiuolo's fifth grade class began with our raising of the flag and lowering to half mast. This was followed by the pledge of allegiance and the Star Bangled Banner sung by WA honor chorus members. Mrs. Greenwood's class then read poetry related to Memorial Day. Finally. Finally, our fifth grade band played songs and explained the history of Memorial Day. Thank you so much to band director Ms. Gately for coordinating our virtual event.
Though you won’t live to see another day
The red poppies let me smile at your grave
Filling my brain with sweet memories
All the tears I’ve shed under this tree
Now you may rest in peace
I’ll never forget you to say the least
-Gabriella, grade 5
Sincerely,
Chris Louis Sardella, Principal
Norman E. Day Elementary School
MCAS Dates
Thursday, 6/3 Grade 5 Science, Technology, and Engineering
Order your yearbook
There is still time to order your yearbook! https://www.treering.com/validate?PassCode=101443116243115
We would like to thank the parents who put together this amazing yearbook including Prameela Palacharla, Denise LeGrow, Mary Ann Robertson, Sarah Cook, Ragi Ramachandran and Irene Zhang.
We are so thrilled about the new features this year including teacher superlatives, favorite memories, best of the year, poetry, and the art gallery. We hope you enjoy this yearbook as much as we do!
Save the date for our fifth grade celebration ceremony: Thursday, June 17 @9:30 AM
Our fifth grade completion ceremony will be celebrated outdoors for both in-person and RLA students.
The PTO is requesting donations to make this a memorable event for all students. Use this link to donate:
Fifth Grade
Friday, June 11
Rain date Monday, June 14
A day filled with FUN…
Outdoor games
Create your own Tie-dye t-shirt
Bring your own picnic lunch (cold treat provided)
Pre-recorded talent show
Movie
Volunteers Needed
We need your help to make this a day a success! To help make this day memorable, we will need 12-15 volunteers from 8:15 AM to 11:45 AM. If you are interested in helping out, please fill out this form by June 4th.
To Do List BEFORE Fun Day:
● All students should have a white t-shirt in a Ziploc bag by June 8th. We will be using these for tie-dying. Put names on shirts AND Ziploc.
● Got Talent? We want to see it! Use this flipgrid link to record your talent. No more than 2 minutes. Family and friends may join in. Deadline for the video is June 8th.
On Funday
● Wear comfortable clothing and sneakers (no flip flops).
● Use sunscreen and hats are recommended as well.
● Bring a bagged lunch (cold treat provided).
● Bring a towel to sit on.
Funday Schedule
● 8:45 AM Student drop-off (Mrs. Lapham & Mrs. Nolan will be outside to greet you!)
● 9- 11:30 AM Outdoor activities
● 11:25-12:05 PM Picnic lunch
● 12:30 PM Remote student parent pickup (In-school students will return to classrooms.)
● 1:00 PM RLA students should log back onto their Google Classroom Meet to watch the virtual talent show with their classmates. In-person students will watch talent show in their classrooms.
News from the School Nurse
Welcome Spring!
Allergies
Reminder with Spring and Summer Allergies upon us consult your childs’ physician if they are exhibiting allergy symptoms.
For tips on coping with allergy season please click HERE.
Medication Orders
The nurses will be sending forms home for the 2021-2022 school year to be completed over the Summer if your child requires medication during the school year. Each year updated medication orders are required, Here is the website to access forms if needed. https://westfordpshealthservices.weebly.com/
Physicals
For students entering 3rd grade for the 2021-2022 school year a current physical is required. Please send your child's physical dated Jan 2021 or later to the school nurse.
Nurse Blog
For up-to-date information on any new regulations visit the WPS Nurse Blog
If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact Cheryl Carpenter, School Nurse.
Superintendent Olsen’s Retirement Celebration
You are invited to attend Superintendent Olsen's Retirement Celebration on Thursday night, June 17 from 5:00PM to 8:00PM at Kimball Farm.
Schedule of Events:
5:00 – 6:00 Reception & Cocktail Hour (Cash Bar)
6:00 – 7:00 American BBQ and Ice Cream
7:00 – 8:00 Roasts, Toasts and Fun!
Tickets are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis through June 1. Please click HERE for details and ticket information.
The Summer School for the Performing Arts
The Summer School for the Performing Arts is accepting registrations for 2, 4 and 6 Week sessions JULY 6 - AUGUST 14, 2021 at Westford Academy. We welcome students entering grade 3 through high school.
SSPA offers exploration and exercise in Musical Theater, Dramatic Acting, Technical Theater, Shakespeare in the Park, and Film Production (New!)- all of which culminate in realized productions that give our students an understanding of the tremendous power of their voice and the beauty of their art.
We look forward to making theater and building relationships IN PERSON again in the Summer of 2021!
For more information visit our website at www.sspawestford.org or email sspa@westfordk12.us
Westford Summer Music
The Westford Summer Music program is pleased to return to in person music ensembles this July! We are now accepting registrations for band and orchestra students entering grades 5 through 9 in September 2021. Come join the fun for a week-long program where band and orchestra ensembles will rehearse daily from 8:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at the Stony Brook School on July 12th through July 16th . During the week, the students will prepare new music and give a free outdoor performance (if the weather cooperates) on Friday, July 16th at 11 a.m. in the newly restored Stony Brook amphitheater!
Summer Band directed by Ms. Trish Gately
Summer Orchestra directed by Mr. Todd Hamelin
For more information and registration please visit: www.westfordk12.us/summermusic
Ms. Gately playing the trumpet.
For questions, please contact:
Julie Ottesen - jottesen@westfordk12.us
WA Girls' Basketball Summer Clinic
The WA Girls' Basketball program is happy to offer several options for outdoor basketball clinics at the Blanchard School this summer! Members of the Girls' Varsity basketball team are ready to teach all levels of players how to become better basketball players while participating in a fun, supportive environment. Please check out the new WA Girls' Basketball website for clinic dates and registration information. All proceeds go to the WAGB program account. Thanks for your support!
WA Boys' Basketball Summer Sizzler Clinic and the 29th Annual 4 on 4 Summer Basketball League
The WA Boys' Basketball program is happy to offer several options for outdoor basketball clinics at the Stony Brook and Blanchard Middle Schools this summer! Members of the Boys' Varsity basketball team are ready to teach all levels of players how to become better basketball players while participating in a fun, supportive environment. Please check out the Westford Academy Boys’ Basketball website for clinic dates and registration information. All proceeds go to the Westford Academy Boys’ Basketball program account. Thanks for your support! Email Coach Bramanti if you should have any questions at cbramanti@westfordk12.us or go to our website at https://www.basketballwa.com/