June 17, 2022 - Week 39

 Good Afternoon Dale Street Families,

It has truly been one incredible year! I hope that everyone takes a moment and reflects on all our students have accomplished in these unprecedented times. They have worked together and tackled some unique and difficult situations. Although not perfect, I do believe we have emerged stronger and together we went from 'Together We CAN' to 'Together We DID!' Thank you again!

Positive Sign Thursday!

'WE DID IT!'

Congratulations to our 5th graders!

Yesterday, our Grade 5 students participated in Dale Street's Grade 5 Celebration. It was a great event - it is so great to be outside!  Special thanks to Ms. Julie Latai - your message was fabulous and all of the students who spoke/sang at the ceremony - you crushed it! Here are a few snapshots from the day.

Yesterday, our Grade 5 students had some time outside with classmates to sign yearbooks.  We even had a photo booth! Thank you, PTO!

This week Grade 4 classrooms open their doors to share their Regions Museums. The students did an amazing job and this culmination was outstanding! 

 

If you have not had the chance, please be sure to read over Dale Street's Summer Reading expectations.  Thank you for your support with this extremely important initiative.  

On Wednesday in World Language, students in Mrs. Dowd's fourth-grade classroom played un juego de charadas with Señora LeVangie. Students did a great job acting!

Is there a better way to start a week?  The PTO arranged for a shaved ice truck to visit Dale Street on Monday afternoon as a way to thank students and their families for their awesome support of the PTO Fun Run!  As I am sure you would guess...the kids LOVED it! 

As we close out the 2021-2022 school year, we want to say a huge thank you to our PTO, MCPE, and SEPAC for supporting the many programs, initiatives, and speakers that were brought to Dale Street and our district as a whole. We are so incredibly lucky!

Click here to read a really great article highlighting Dale Street's recent Public & Fire Safety Drawing Contest. 

Today, Dale Street fifth-graders visited the Blake Middle School.  Students had the opportunity to hear from Blake Principal, Mr. Vaughn and visit some classes.  The students had a great time and came back happy! We will miss these rockstars, but know they are ready for Grade 6!  
  

 

Congratulations to our Girls on the Run students!  Here they are at their final 5k.  

This week the students in Ms. Plympton's and Ms. DiPesa's fourth-grade classrooms revealed their miniature golf courses.  Students designed these golf courses as part of a project-based learning activity.  Students showed great collaboration and perseverance during this PBL activity! 

Current Grades K-4 Transition - On Tuesday, June 21st, at or around 1:00 p.m., teachers will be sending out an email welcoming incoming students and their families to their class for the 2022 - 2023 school year.  Along with the introductory email, there will be a link to a Flipgrid of all of their classmates for next year - including their new teacher.  At the end of August (before students return to school), students will have the opportunity to visit their new classroom, drop off any school materials they have, and meet their new teacher in person.  The exact day and time of this ‘Meet and Greet’ visit is still being worked out and building principals will be sending out information over the summer with more detailed information.    

 

2021 Dale Street  School Report Card

As required by Title 1, here is the DESE School Report Card for Dale Street/Medfield Public Schools.

Hi Medfield Families,

Like in past years, the PTO is partnering with 1st Day School Supplies to get all of your supplies for your student for the next school year. 

The teachers have given us the supply list for each grade and 1st Day School Supplies will assemble and deliver them for your child.

All name-brand supplies will be packaged individually for your student.  Items will be shipped to the school and ready for your child on their first day.  

Sign up now.  The sale closes July 1st!

https://1stdayschoolsupplies.com/list.php?school_zip=02052

Please be sure to select the school/grade your child will be entering in the fall. 

To all the fathers and father figures, thank you for all of your support and loving care.  Wishing you a wonderful Father's Day.  

Again, I want to reiterate how much I appreciate the patience, flexibility, and dedication of all of our Dale Street families.  This year has presented many challenges again, and the Dale Street community has risen to them time and time again.  Thank You! 

I hope you all have a wonderful summer!  Good luck to the rising 6th graders as they begin a new adventure at Blake and we look forward to seeing our rising 5th graders next year!!

With gratitude,

Steve

Respect * Compassion * Collaboration * Continuous Growth