January 27, 2023 - Week 20

 Hello Dale Street,

Wow, there was a lot of awesomeness packed into this week.  Please take a few minutes to scroll through and check out some of the scenes... 

Congratulations to this week's Positive Referral!

Claire was recognized for exemplifying our Core Value of Continuous Growth! 

Congratulations to the Dale Street Chorus on their outstanding performance at Tuesday night's concert. The students sounded amazing!

Positive Sign Thursday!

'OUR VOICES HAVE VALUE!' 

This week, Dale Street Reading Specialist, Mrs. Callahan visited Ms. Isaacson's fourth-grade class to help them begin their poetry unit by introducing concrete poems.  Students' creativity and engagement were incredible! 

This week, grade 5 students participated in live presentations focused on water conservation and stormwater.  These presentations are put on by the Neponset River Watershed Association and funded by the Town of Medfield.  

As a reminder, school dismisses at 2:55 p.m.  If you are planning to pick up your child in the afternoon, I am asking families to arrive between 2:55 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.  There have been an increase in traffic issues on Dale Street and North Street and the Medfield Police have asked me to remind families of the dismissal time and request that families arrive between 2:55 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. and not before.  In addition, the Recreation Department has asked that children not be picked up in their parking lot.  It is a very big safety concern.  Thank you in advance for your cooperation.  

Happening in the Makerspace...5th grade classes are hard at work with Mrs. Loweree creating a Revolutionary War TV Show.  Students have been working in production groups to research, write scripts, create costumes and props, and are now filming these awesome shows.  Such creative ideas, collaboration, and engagement!!

February Lunch Menu

Huge shout out to Axel and Wyler!  These two rockstar students wrote a letter to me advocating for something they thought was unfair.  I am so proud that these students respectfully and maturely advocated for change.  Bravo! 

Valentine's Day is fast approaching....very exciting!  In an effort to ensure the safety of all of our students and staff, we are requesting that no food/candy be sent in with Valentine's cards. On Tuesday, February 14th, students will enjoy a “Party in a Bag!” Have your child decorate a brown paper lunch bag with a Valentine’s theme. Once decorated, fill it with a few of your child’s favorite food items. Some examples are: juice box or mini water bottle, small salty snack, fun sweet snack (cupcake, cookie), additional items could be a piece of fruit, a small yogurt, or any additional healthy snack.  Adding a little note to your child's bag will definitely make them happy!  Head Room Parents will be coordinating games/crafts for this day.  The snack time and Valentine's themed activities will take place at different times depending on students’ schedules and will be overseen by classroom teachers. 

Thanks to our Friday DJs who kept the lunchroom rockin' today.

Alert - Scientists at Work!  This week students in Mrs. Gutierrez's fourth-grade class worked collaboratively to explore stored energy and circuits.  Will the light bulb light?  

It’s time to purchase your 5th-grade yearbook! Click here to order. 

MCPE UPDATE

MCPE Trivia Night is back! Join friends new and old on Wednesday, February 8th at 7:00 PM at AvaLena’s Bar in Millis. Teams of 4-6 adults will join other competitors and a professional trivia host for a fast-paced, humor-filled evening. The cost is $40/person, which includes a dinner buffet. Trivia Night sells out quickly, so text your buddies, come up with a memorable team name, and sign up now! 

All proceeds from this event will support Medfield Public Schools. All proceeds benefit Medfield Coalition for Public Education, an independent, non-profit organization funded to provide system-wide support and academic enrichment for the Medfield Public Schools through grants for the development of innovative programs, curriculum, and enrichment. Be sure to join MCPE’s email list for event announcements and follow us on social media.

MHS Clay Club presents Empty Bowls, a collaborative community dinner of soup and bread to raise money for Medfield Food Cupboard. Come make or buy a bowl and join us for a soup dinner Thursday 3/9/23. All proceeds benefit Medfield Food Cupboard!

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IMPORTANT DATES

Tuesday, February 7th - Student Council Meeting - 3:10 p.m.

Wednesday, February 8th - Early Release Day (Professional Development)

Monday, February 20th - Friday, February 24th - No School

(Winter Vacation)

Thank you for your continued support.  Have a great weekend!

Steve

Respect * Compassion * Collaboration * Continuous Growth