Dear Center Community,

Lots of fall fun at Center this week. Our K students had perfect weather for their outing to Parlee farm. We ended the week with students dressed in their finest for picture day.

Students who ride the bus had an opportunity to practice a rear evacuation on Wednesday. We were proud of our students as they took the drill seriously, and will know what to do in case of an emergency on the bus.

The fall festivities continue next week when we hold our annual Trunk or Treat on Saturday, October 21st from 1-3.

A reminder that Thursday, October 19th is a half day for all students. Students will be dismissed at 11:45. Those who pre-order a lunch online will have one sent home with their student(s).

Have a good week.

Warm Regards,

Dianna and Donna

Dear Families,

Students may have been hearing about ongoing wars despite our efforts to shield them from disturbing images and reports. Here are some resources shared in the district website that you may find helpful.

Dear Center Families,

Most families experience times of big change at some point or another such as moving to a new home, a parent beginning or ending a job, a separation or divorce, re-marriage or a loss in the family. When changes are on the horizon or currently happening parents are often looking for ways to support their children as they process and adjust to the change. I would like to share an article with some practical strategies for supporting kids with change from the Big Life Journal blog by, Ashley Cullins, called, “7 Ways to Help Kids Cope with Big Life Changes”. I hope you will find it helpful in supporting your children with the changes you may experience in your own families.

https://biglifejournal.com/blogs/blog/help-kids-cope-big-life-changes

Best wishes,

Ms. Lallas, Center School Counselor

Dear Center School Caregivers,

We will be holding state mandated screenings for hearing and vision at Center School on October 25, 26 & 27.

BMI measurement with height and weight will also be recorded this school year.

Grade level screenings include:

Kindergarten: hearing, vision/stereopsis (if not already submitted for enrollment)

1st grade: hearing, vision/stereopsis, BMI

2nd grade: hearing, vision/stereopsis

3rd grade: hearing, vision/stereopsis

4th grade: distance vision, BMI

If you would prefer your student not participate in these screenings, please notify the nurse in writing (phone

messages are not accepted) by Friday October 19th in order to be removed from the screening list.

Thank you,

Nurse Felzani

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for Recycle Day!

On SATURDAY, November 4th (8am – 12pm) McCarthy & Center School PTOs are holding their very popular Recycle Day fundraiser, and they need volunteers!! Come help us greet drivers, unload donated items, and load those items into the recycle company's truck . All Middle & HS students are welcome to volunteer and earn up to 5 hours of community service. We also need parents to volunteer as well.

Signup at: https://signup.com/go/qAFOrSX

We appreciate your support!!

October

• Thursday, October 19: Half day/Professional day

• Friday, October 20: Chelmsford Spirit Day

• Saturday, October 21: Trunk-or-Treat; 1:00-3:00 PM (rain date Oct. 28th)

November

• Thursday, November 2: CSPTO co-president’s meeting 9:15-10:15

• Saturday, November 4: Recycle day; 8:00-12:00

• Monday, November 6: Be Kind Spirit Wear day

• Monday, November 6: Garrison House Make up day, grade 3

• Tuesday, November 7: No School - Professional development day

• Wednesday, November 8: PTO meeting; 7:00-8:00 PM

• Friday, November 10: No School (Veteran’s day)

• Wednesday, November 15: Half day (Elementary and MS only)

• Friday, November 17: Chelmsford Spirit Day

• Wednesday, November 22: Early release - Thanksgiving recess

• Thursday, November 23: No School (Thanksgiving)

• Friday, November 24: No School

At Center School, there are a number of free and reduced cost programs and donations, offered throughout the year, for example, free backpacks and school supplies, gift cards, holiday support, Thanksgiving meals etc. If these resources would be helpful, please fill out the attached 2 question form This information is confidential and will remain exclusively with the administration. You will not need to provide any additional documentation and we will reach out as options arise. Please contact Mrs. Fulreader if you have any questions.

https://forms.gle/zotYEnqVWCjcuuii8

Beacon Santa is also a source of support. Please print the link below or get a copy of the application in the office, which is due October 30th.