Friday Update

Happy Friday Foster's Finest,

I hope this letter finds you well. For our students in grades K-3 the next round of MCAS assessment will begin. We are so proud of the effort that our students have been putting into their work. If you child is feeling stress, please feel free to contact either our Guidance Counselor Danielle Campbell or our Adjustment Counselor, Jaclyn Dugan to assist in supporting your child's needs.

I wanted to update you on the construction project. As of today, the project is in its final stages (construction of the retaining walls, planting of the replacement trees, and paving of the road) there has been a pause in the building of the wall due to some erosion at the top of the hill. The engineers have submitted a plan for review to address this issue and we hope to resume construction of the wall shortly.

I wanted to put a shout out to Mrs. Sinanan and her team, Caitlin Colley and Brooke Benoit, for their work in creating the 3rd Grade Math Escape Room night! It was a great event, and all of the teams were successful and escaped.

Also this week, the Hingham Public Schools Art Showcase took place at HHS. What a celebration of talent! A huge thank you to Mrs. McKeon and her colleagues across the district for their hard work in organizing this incredible event!

Finally, May the 4th is approaching. It is officially Star Wars day, Students are welcome to dress in their favorite Star Wars clothing, hair styles, etc. No lightsabers or blasters allowed please.

Just a friendly reminder that next Wednesday, May 3, is early dismissal at 11:30, for professional development. No lunch will be served.

Have a great weekend!

Mr. Scheufele

To assist families in monitoring children’s progress, enhance communication with families, and further promote the academic progress of all of our students, the Hingham Public Schools is pleased to provide access to student records through the Aspen X2 Family Portal for grades K-12. Please check your email on May 3rd for the username and password and information on how to log in.

Math Olympics Trophy Winner

Congratulations to Miss Rapson’s Kindergarten Class for taking home the Math Olympics trophy this week!

We will begin working on classroom placement for next school year in the coming weeks. For our families of current students in grades K-4 we need your input. Please complete the Google Form no later than April 28th. Your input is helpful as we work towards setting up next years classes so that our students are set for success. Please follow the instructions in the form. Class assignments are not published until August in case we need to make changes over the summer. Please click on the the link to complete the form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Ui4Xfq4XyvkmnVNkaOWPpHe8WiFvtolZDNPbA0zSWHU/edit

Thank you to all the Foster School families who came out to the Hingham Public Schools Art Showcase last night! It was quite a celebration of all that Hingham's students learn in the visual arts. There was a lot of excitement with so many amazing pieces of art to be seen!

Also, a few parents were talking about art that their children create at home, and were interested in hearing that they could photograph and upload images to their child's Artsonia account from home. If you have any questions about that, or about accessing your child's Artsonia portfolio, please email me: cmckeon@hinghamschools.org

Downtown Hingham Family Scavenger Hunt

Saturday, May 6 from 1-3 PM

This fun, community-building event is open to all Hingham students and their families. We will gather in the St. John’s parking lot at 172 Main Street in Hingham for a 1 pm start to the hunt, prepared by Hingham Historical Society interns. The event will include lunch at Morrell’s BBQ back at the church. Hope to see you there! This event is free, but registration by April 28th is required. See link to register.

Calling all inventors...Camp Invention® is BACK at Foster School for our 11th summer hosting the program! This year, we are offering the all new WONDER Program. Click here for a sneak peek!

Where: Foster School

When: July 10th - 14th, 9:00am-2:30pm

What: Inquiry based, hands-on activities focus on science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM).

Who: Open to students entering grades 1 through 5

Registration is open! The price for the week is $335 per child. More information & registration can be found at fosterinvents.weebly.com

Reach out to Camp Director, Michelle Katnani, with any questions - mkatnani@hinghamschools.org

We can’t wait to see you at

Camp Invention 2023!

Next General PTO Meeting:

RSVP HERE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe78en9GrN5n60pRpqmV4NWg8X6Nj2BJg_0aVcxsMw0RjLVnQ/viewform

We will be meeting again on Wednesday April 26th @ 9:00am = Foster Cafeteria. This will be an information session to learn about all the ways you can get involved with the PTO. It doesn’t matter whether you have 1hr a week, 1hr a month or 1hr a year there is something for everyone! Come for Donuts and Coffee and find out more! Please spread the word to your friends with incoming Kindergarteners next fall to join us too!

Find your polling place here:

https://www.hingham-

ma.gov/428/Election-Voter-Information

*A successful operational override will require a majority vote at

the polls.

Going into 2023/2024 school year the PTO needs your help! It doesn’t matter if you have an hour a week, an hour a month, an hour a quarter, or an hour a year - you can make a difference! Check out & fill in our volunteer form here:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfl2lSyn5sH8anrCzahgHus2tJaDfalxZxIf1s4ytFtrIGjHg/viewform?fbclid=IwAR0927t1oEJJ1FevdgN5f0WNvPo7X861d8bCZ-S8FAEg5147MC06TtNAD9M

MAY 3rd – 1pm – Pout Pout Fish

• Early Release 11:30
• Green Team 11:30-12:30
• Pout Pout Fish Performance at Plymouth River School, 1 p.m

Now through May 3rd don’t forget: Send our Foster’s Finest Staff a “High 5” from Hingham Education Foundation! https://donorbox.org/hi5

Over 60 of Foster's Finest will be performing live on stage for the first time the show is back on stage in person since 2019! Tickets are $5.00 each and can be purchased in advance here:

2023 Foster Talent Show Ticket Order Form OR purchased at the door!

Friday, 5/5, 4:00pm-6:30pm
Talent show dress rehearsal @ Hingham High School

Saturday, 5/6, 2:30pm Talent Show
@ Hingham High School - Performers please arrive at 1:30.

Place orders using this form then Venmo @Foster-PTO $20 per yearbook. https://forms.gle/C1TMA96c6FamV2P77

All 5th graders who have paid their dues will automatically get a yearbook so no need to place an order. Not sure if you’ve paid your dues please contact Laura Mullette laura.mullette@gmail.com and/or Maresa Weems maresablack@gmail.com

This year we will be having our Field Day at The Rec Center’s Cronin Fields. More info & Volunteer sign up coming soon. If you’re looking to get involved with planning Field Day please email: jen.mcguire912@gmail.com & melissa.mcnamara9@gmail.com

Friday May 12th 5-7pm

Location: The Hingham Community Center, 70 South Street.

More details to follow from The 5th Grade Committee.

For the latest information on all things PTO please remember to follow the PTO on Instagram @Foster_PTO_02043, Facebook: @Foster PTO & Be sure to join the PTO Facebook Group too: Foster PTO News.

Please check out our website: www.fosterpto.com

Wednesday June 7th @ Local 02045 in Hull.

We are also hosting a PTO social on Wednesday Night June 7th at Local 02045 Restaurant in Hull. We are welcoming all volunteers and anyone wanting to learn more about what the PTO does & opportunities to get involved next year.

More info to follow… https://www.local02045.com

Foster’s Finest End of Year Party - Last Day of School

Thursday JUNE 15TH @ Bathing Beach

More info to follow. If you’re looking to get involved with planning this exciting day, please email jamielcrawford@gmail.com

Monday, 5/15, 7:00pm @ Hingham Middle School: “How to Handle Anxiety and Mental Health with our Elementary-aged Kids”
Parents and Caregivers please join us for a discussion with Dr. Nadja Reilly, Clinical Psychologist, on understanding anxiety and depression from a developmental perspective. This presentation is being sponsored by Foster, PRS, East & South School PTO’s.

For the latest information on all things PTO please remember to follow the PTO on Instagram @Foster_PTO_02043, Facebook: @Foster PTO & Be sure to join the PTO Facebook Group too: Foster PTO News.

Please check out our website: www.fosterpto.com