As we get ready for winter break, I wanted to take a minute to thank you for being such an important part of our school community. It’s been a fantastic first half of the school year, and we’ve loved seeing the growth, energy, and kindness your kids bring to Hobomock every day.

This time of year is perfect for slowing down, spending time with family and friends, and making special memories. Whether you’re traveling, celebrating at home, or just relaxing, I hope the break is filled with happiness and laughter.

From all of us at Hobomock, we wish you a wonderful holiday season and a happy, healthy start to the new year. We can’t wait to see everyone back in January, ready for more adventures and learning!

Principal Cross

December

• 12/23 to 1/1 - No School

January

• 1/2 - School resumes

• 1/2 - Full Band Rehearsal during the school day

• 1/3 - Community Meeting during the school day

• 1/6 - Unified Sports Club (grades 5&6) at Hobomock

• 1/8 - Hobomock Winter Concert at Pembroke High School at 6:30PM

• 1/13 - Unified Sports Club (grades 5&6) at PCMS (3:30 pick up)

• 1/15 - PTO Meeting at 6:00PM

• 1/20 - No School - MLK Day

• 1/24 - 6th grade Dance

• 1/27 - Unified Sports Club (grades 5&6) at Hobomock

• 1/27 - School Council at Hobomock at 3:15PM

• 1/29 - Early Release at 12:45

Huge congratulations to our 6th-grade band for their amazing performance of the National Anthem at the Celtics game last night! They wowed the crowd with their talent and hard work—what an unforgettable moment!

Our chorus sang at the Annual Tree Lighting at the Community Center on Saturday 12/7. Funded by our Whole Foods grant, Grade 2 planted garlic with Holly Hill Farms in our newly constructed garden beds out back. Our 6th grade hosted a Veteran’s Day Assembly with local veterans and the winners of our essay contest got to share their writing. The McNamara sisters won a fun police ride to school with Chief MacDonald, SRO Simmons and Sasha. Our Unified Sports club competed with the Police and Fire Departments in a bowling match, visited the middle school fo cupcake decorating and a craft and went on a field trip to Boston Bowl. Finally, Ivy: The Very Determined Dog visited us on 12/11 for a motivating assembly about determination and perseverance.

This past Saturday, December 7th, the Pembroke Tree Lighting was filled with holiday cheer as the combined elementary choruses took center stage! 🎶 Under the brilliant direction of Kelly LeBanc, Karin Foley, and Allie McDermott, they led the crowd in a magical carol sing-along to kick off the season.

All students must be wearing rubber-soled shoes to participate in physical education classes. Please send a change of shoes on gym days if they are not being worn to school.

The January Elementary Lunch Menus is available on the MealViewer app!
https://schools.mealviewer.com/school/PembrokePublicSchoolsElementary/print?month=0&year=2025&blockId=3320&isFiveDay=true

We Shine Bright Together! Katie wanted to make a bulletin board that included everyone and our wonderful Art teacher Mrs DeCosta helped make it happen! We had EVERY student decorate a post-it note; some kids just wrote their name, others doodle or made detailed drawing and some wrote positive quotes. This labor of love is completed with over 450 post-it notes, including the names of all of the staff. #shinebrightathobomock

The Hobomock 5th grade invite you to a line dancing class at the Pembroke Recreation Center!!! Come join the fun! No experience needed! All levels welcome!! How exciting too….we finally have Venmo so payment and sign up can be so easy now!!

Hobomock Group Outing at Providence Bruins Friday January 24th at 7:05pm!!
Purchase tickets at discounted rate and sit with friends!! Reach out to PTO with any questions!

**This is the game Pembroke Community Middle School band and chorus will perform!!**
**FYI this is also the night for the 6th grade dance**

Please take a moment to check with the main office (781-294-0911) to see if your CORI is up to date. CORI’s are good for (3) years. Forms are available in the main office. You will need to physically bring your license to the main office for us to complete the background check. Thank you.

Download the App, take a picture of your receipts and raise money for Hobomock! It’s that easy! Remember each Box Top is worth $0.10 and they add up quickly!

Our school has a donation bin in the back parking lot. It is emptied weekly, and the PTO receives monthly rebate checks based on the weight of the donations. It is an easy way to recycle clothing, shoes, and linens. Clean out your closets and help our school at the same time!

Storytime

Mondays and Tuesdays at 10:30am

Toddlers (ages 2 to 5) and their caregivers can enjoy an interactive storytime with songs, dances, and a story that encourage language development and social skills. Each themed storytime is followed by a craft.

Baby Lapsit

Thursdays at 10:30am

Designed for babies and toddlers from 6 to 24 months, Lapsits are a great chance for caregivers to bond with their child. Each 30-minute program includes stretches, songs, and rhymes followed by an open play time that allows babies to play and grown-ups to chat.

STEM Playgroup

Thursdays at 10:30am from January 2 - February 6

STEM Playgroups feature Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math-based play for preschoolers ages 3 - 5. We would like to thank visiting educators from South Shore Family Network for sponsoring these Playgroups. Registration required. Visit https://linktr.ee/pembrokepubliclibrary or call 781-293-6771 to sign up.

Anime Club

Thursday, January 9 from 4:15-5:45pm

Ages 11 - 15 are invited to watch anime, snack, craft and socialize. This month attendees will enjoy episodes from Sailor Moon (TV-PG), craft with perler beads, and make kandi bracelets with pony beads. This is a drop-in event; no registration is needed.

LEGO Club

Tuesday, January 14 from 4:00-5:00pm

Kids ages 4+ are welcome to visit and build with the library LEGOs. Bring neighbors, big siblings, and school friends and get creative. This month's theme is Snow Much Fun. This is a drop-in event; no registration is needed.

Chess Club

Wednesday, January 15 from 4:00-5:00pm

Youth and families can learn and play chess at the Library. This is a drop-in event; no registration is needed.

Puppy Dog Tales

Thursday, January 16 from 4:15-5:00pm

Readers of all ages may read to a certified therapy dog to develop their literacy and presentation skills as well as build confidence and self-esteem. This is a drop-in event; no registration is needed.

Storytime with Boston Children's Hospital

Monday, January 27 from 10:30-11:15am

Toddlers (ages 2 to 5) and their caregivers can enjoy an interactive storytime with a special guest from Boston Children's Hospital. Families will learn about avoiding injuries and how to stay safe! This drop-in event will take place in lieu of Storytime.

Playtime

Tuesday, January 28 from 10:30-11:15am

Sharing in play is an excellent way to help children build social skills, promote learning, and discover that the library is a destination for fun. Children can build with blocks, explore magnets, and run a Pretend Play Hot Cocoa station with cotton ball marshmallows, paper cookies, and more! This drop-in event will take place in lieu of Storytime.

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Email: Ashley.Cross@Pembrokek12.org
Website: pembrokek12.org
Location: 81 Learning Lane, Pembroke, MA, USA
Phone: 781-294-0911
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Hobomock-Elementary-School-News-1755059188075178/?ref=bookmarks