Weekly nEWSletter
October 18, 2024
A Message From Your Principal
Greetings, Eames Way Families,
It was a short school week but we made every minute count at EWS! As you can see from our pictures below, we packed a lot of learning into our four days together! Fifth graders learned about water conservation through a hands-on learning program from the NSRWA (thank you to our family volunteers who facilitated learning at different stations), fourth graders used sugar cubes to learn about the process of erosion, and third graders had a fantastic field trip to Plimoth Patuxet!
In the lower wing, kindergartners used recyclable items and their impressive imaginations to create their own original toys -- so much fun! Students in first and second grade are also jumping into some fantastic projects, especially seasonal creations in art class!
Dr. Sullivan visited EWS this week to join us in recognizing Mrs. Wiedemann, a member of our wonderful kindergarten team, as the Marshfield Educator of the Week. In addition to making every moment of every day an absolute blast, Mrs. Wiedemann is a talented teacher who always goes the extra mile to support her students and connect with families. The Eames Way School community adores Mrs. Wiedemann and we are proud to call her our colleague and teammate! Congratulations, Mrs. Wiedemann!
Read on to learn about more happenings at EWS -- Especially our FIRST student publication below from one of our talented student writers! Thank you to Grace Myklebust (4th Grade) for sharing such a beautiful and inspiring poem with our school community!
Take care and have a wonderful weekend!
Warm regards,
Ms. Bishop
Principal
"Kindness"
Seek for the good people.
Yet everyone has a rose that needs to have light to bloom.
Kindness is hope when things are dark.
Be the star that shines bright.
Be the hope that can change the world.
Then you will have the most priceless thing.
-- Grace Myklebust, Grade 4
Congratulations, Mrs. Wiedemann!
Important Back to School Information
Eames Way School
Website: mpsd.org
Location: 165 Eames Way, Marshfield, MA, USA
Phone: (781) 834-5090
Eames Way School Hours 2024-2025
Start Time:
- 8:45 AM
- Note - Dining Hall Door #3 opens for morning drop off at 8:35 AM
Dismissal:
- 3:25 PM - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday
- 1:10 PM - Wednesday (early dismissal every week)
Dates and Events to Remember
OCTOBER 2024
- Tuesday, 10/22: PTO Meeting at 7:00 PM
- Wednesday, 10/23: 8th Annual Marshfield Elementary XC Invitational
- Thursday, 10/24: Presentation - Navigating Aspen & Canvas for Caregivers at MHS at 6:30 pm
- Sunday, 10/27: EWS PTO Trunk or Treat from 4:00-6:00 PM
- Tuesday, 10/29: Picture Retake Day with Coffee Pond Photography
- Thursday, 10/31: EWS Halloween Parade at 2:00 PM
Click Here for: Marshfield Public School Academic Calendar 2024-2025
Bus Safety Update
Thank you for your support and patience as we strive to establish consistent routines and expectations at the start of our school year. As a school community, it is important that we work together to remind and reinforce expectations with our children to ensure the school experience - whether it be in the classroom or on the bus - is a positive experience for all. Please review the following reminders regarding Bus Behavior and Bus Stop Expectations.
Bus Behavior Expectations (Reminder)
It is imperative that all students understand bus behavior expectations. We urge you to discuss how important it is for your student to sit appropriately in his/her seat on the bus and talk quietly to a friend to ensure an orderly and safe bus ride to/from home. We are exploring solutions, including assigned seats and hiring bus monitors, to improve the bus riding experience of our students, but we need family support to help reinforce bus behavior expectations to all students.
Bus Stop Expectations
As a reminder, a parent/guardian must be at the bus stop to receive students off the bus in the afternoon. This expectation is in place as a matter of student safety and applies to students in all grades. If there is no parent/guardian at the bus stop, the bus will bring the student back to EWS and we will contact the family to coordinate a ride home. The Front Office remains at EWS every day until bus routes are complete to ensure all students get home safely.
Thank you for your continued support!
Parent Presentation: Navigating Aspen & Canvas for Caregivers
You are invited to join us for an interactive tutorial designed to benefit all parents and caregivers.
- What: Navigating Aspen & Canvas for Caregivers
- When: Thursday, October 24, 20243 at 6:30 pm
- Where: Presentation Center at Marshfield High School (Enter by the ram statue)
- Registration: Please click here to register
Learn how to access and get all needed information regarding:
- Daily school work
- Grading & evaluations
- Bus/teacher assignments
- Work flows
- Schedules and more
Please bring a laptop and your Aspen sign-in/password!
This event is sponsored by the Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC). All of our events are open to everyone and this presentation in particular will prove helpful to all parents and caregivers throughout the district. Visit the SEPAC website to learn more about upcoming events, resources, and information related to special education, testing, IEPs, neuro-divergent learners, and much more.
PTO News
To register for the Eames Way School Trunk or Treat, click here: https://eamesway.ptboard.com/annlist?ann=084bd3aa-9932-412a-b1a9-6be184563aae~n.9223370309104833356.
8th Annual Marshfield Elementary XC Invitational
The 8th Annual Marshfield Elementary School XC Invitational, sponsored by the Marshfield Boys & Girls Club, Marshfield Road Runners Youth Track, Furnace Brook XC/Track & Field, and Marshfield District-Wide PTO will take place Wednesday 10/23/2024 at the Marshfield Boys and Girls Club (37 Proprietor's Drive, Marshfield) with check-in beginning at 3:00 PM. Races begin at 3:30. A fun, free event for all Marshfield Elementary students!
Free registration here: https://forms.gle/sJbvQEDw1Qnvv24o8 and share with your friends!
RACE SCHEDULE:
3:30 PM - GIRLS GRADES K-2 * 0.62 MILES
3:45 PM - BOYS GRADES K-2 * 0.62 MILES
4:00 PM - GIRLS GRADES 3-5 * 1.24 MILES
4:15 PM - BOYS GRADES 3-5 * 1.24 MILES
WEAR YOUR SCHOOL COLORS!
DWS – WHITE
EWS – RED
GWS – MARSHFIELD GREEN
MES- DARK GREEN
SRS –BLUE
Trophies for top school team in each race (5 must finish to score). Medals to top 5 elementary students in each race. And, place ribbons to 6-20 and participant ribbons for all finishers. Awards will be presented at 4:30 PM!
Any questions, please email: MRRYOUTHTRACK@GMAIL.COM
Nurse Update
Annual Screenings:
Hearing and vision screenings will take place at the end of October and progress through the month of November for all grades. If it is recommended that your child needs to be referred for further vision or hearing assessment, you will be contacted by the school nurse. BMI screenings will be done for students in Grade 1 and Grade 4. In accordance with the Mass Department of Public Health (MDPH), schools are required by law to perform height, weight and body mass index (BMI) screenings for students in grade 1,4,7 & 10 and postural screenings in grades 5-9. Postural screenings will take place in the spring for Grade 5. If you would like to opt your student out of any of these screenings, you may email Mrs. White at awhite@mpsd.org or send in a signed note in your child’s backpack.
Healthy Habits:
Hydration: Please be sure your child brings a water bottle to school each day, preferably one that is easily refillable at our refill stations.
Snacks: Please remember to send in a healthy snack for your child everyday. Some classrooms have a morning and afternoon snack, so please pack enough for the day.
Clothing: Have children dress in layers. As the weather ch
Change of clothing: If your child is prone to accidents/spills, please send in a change of clothing that can be kept in their backpack. Students are usually most comfortable in their own clothing vs. borrowed clothing.
Proper sleep: Make sure your child comes to school rested and ready to learn.
Illness Prevention:
Please be vigilant in monitoring your child for any symptoms of illness prior to sending them to school. If you have concerns about illness/symptoms in the morning, please call the Eames Way nurse, Alison White, to discuss them before sending your child into school. If you have questions regarding absences or attendance related to illnesses, Nurse White will be happy to discuss these with you. The Health Office phone number is 781-834-5090, ext. 44500. Please continue to keep Nurse White updated on any health-related absences by emailing to awhite@mpsd.org.
Guidelines for return to school after an illness:
For fever over 100 degrees, your child must be fever-free for 24 hours, without the use of Tylenol or Motrin, to return to school
For vomiting and/or diarrhea, your child must wait 24 hours after the last time they experienced vomiting or diarrhea before returning to school
If your child is diagnosed with a communicable disease such as strep throat or conjunctivitis and prescribed antibiotics, your child can not return to school until they have been on the antibiotics for at least 24 hours. A doctor's note should be brought to school via their backpack, emailed to awhite@mpsd.org, or faxed to 339-244-2475.
Any student returning after an injury that requires a doctor's visit or x-ray, must return with a doctor's note stating the diagnosis and activity restrictions, if any.
Physical Exams:
If you have a child in Kindergarten or fourth grade and have not sent in an updated physical exam, please do so as soon as possible. You can send the updated physical form in your child’s backpack, email it to Nurse White at awhite@mpsd.org, or ask the pediatrician to fax the most recent physical to 339-244-2475. Thank you!
A Message From the EWS Reading Department
Did you know that October is Dyslexia Awareness Month?
Please CLICK HERE to access a presentation from the Eames Way Reading Department to learn more about dyslexia!
If you have any questions, contact Mrs. Spaulding at jspaulding@mpsd.org.
Volunteering at EWS
Lunch Menu
Kiwanis Thanksgiving Box
Available for those in need.
Delivery is the Sunday before Thanksgiving.
Deadline for signing up is November 3rd.
(Limited number of boxes are available.)
Click here! to fill out the form.
Memories From Our Week Together!
Marshfield Community News
Please visit the MPSD Community Events webpage for details on upcoming local events!
Marshfield Public School District Events
The McKinney Vento Fundraiser
Saturday, October 19th from 10:15-11:30 AM
Nagle Gym, 822 Webster Street, Marshfield
Sign up here and see below for more details!