Dear Roderick School Families,
As the school year draws to a close, we are excited to reflect on the many achievements and memorable moments that have made the 2023-2024 school year truly special. June is a time of celebration and transition, and we have much to share in this final Roderick Review of the academic year. From outstanding student accomplishments and engaging end-of-year activities to important updates and plans for the upcoming year, the June newsletter is filled with important highlights and information. Thank you for your continued support and involvement; together, we have made this year a remarkable success!
All the best,
Dr. Kevin Martes
Principal
Grade 6 Promotion Ceremony
Congratulations to all sixth grade students who will be participating in the Promotion Ceremony on Wednesday, June 12th at 10:30 a.m. on Sweatt Field. In the event of rain, the Promotion Ceremony will be held in the Gibbons Gymnasium. If the Promotion Ceremony is moved indoors because of inclement weather, only two family members will be permitted to attend. After the festivities, there will be an ice cream truck and other refreshments for students to enjoy!
Additionally, we are excited to announce a new special event for our 6th-grade students as they prepare to graduate and move on to the next chapter of their educational journey. We will be hosting a 6th Grade Walk before the Grade 6 Promotion Ceremony as our soon-to-be graduates will have the opportunity to walk through the halls of the Roderick and Delaney School one last time. Students and staff from both buildings will be in the hallways cheering our 6th-grade students on before they walk out to the Promotion Ceremony.
Report Cards and 2024-2025 School Year Information
Term 2 report cards will be sent to families via the ASPEN Family Portal on Thursday, June 13th. Teacher assignments for the 2024-2025 school year will be sent out in mid-August, and the bus information will be posted on the school website. Grade-level supply lists have been posted early to give families plenty of time to purchase school materials.
Summer Learning
Our WPS scholars have learned many things this year and there are some additional resources your children will have access to while they are enjoying the summer with your family to maintain their learning momentum. Reading daily, even for just 15 minutes a day, along with practicing math skills during the summer months, can help to prevent regression to start the 2024-2025 school year with confidence. WPS families will receive more information via email from Dr. Beauchaine on June 3rd. Click the link to access the 2024 Summer Learning webpage.
Health Office Update
The beautiful weather has finally arrived! The Roderick Nurses’ Office has certainly been busy! Here are a few tips to keep in mind!
Water Bottles- Please remind your child to pack a refillable water bottle everyday. There are refill stations for students to use throughout the school.
Illness-If your child is sick, please email Mrs. Monti for any questions or concerns!
Hygiene- The beautiful weather means more running and playing outside! This is a great opportunity to encourage good hygiene practices. From washing hands and taking showers daily, help teach your children the importance of proper hygiene during the warmer months.
Camp Bournedale-Our 6th grade class will be participating in Camp Bournedale June 5-7. Medication drop off will be held on Monday June 3rd and Tuesday June 4th. Prescribed medications must be in original containers with pharmacy labels on them-label must show prescription number, date filled, physician name, medication name and directions for use. Non- prescription medications must be in the original container.
ALL MEDICATIONS, PRESCRIPTION OR NON-PRESCRIPTION, MUST HAVE A PHYSICIAN'S ORDER TO BE ADMINISTERED.
Medication in Office- If you child has an EpiPen or inhaler in the office, please notify Mrs. Monti if you would like to have it sent home for the summer.
If there are any questions, please feel free to call my office at 774-847-5316, or email me at montic@wrenthamschools.org Thank you! Mrs. Monti
PTO Updates
This has been such an amazing year and we can’t believe it is almost over. As we start to wind down the school year, we want to thank you all for your continued support as we strive to support all the parents, teachers and students in the WPS community. We are so grateful for all of you and for our amazing school! We hope you enjoy some of the last events we have planned for this year and we hope you have a wonderful summer. We look forward to seeing you all again next year!
PAST EVENTS:
Staff Appreciation Days Celebrated in May:
• Principal Day – 5/1.
• Lunch Hero Day – 5/3
• School Nurse Day - 5/6
Check our FB Page for photos of the gifts. We were so happy to show some appreciation to these amazing individuals who work hard everyday for our students!
Staff Appreciation Week - We had an incredibly successful Staff Appreciation Week this year. Thank you to the event coordinators and the many volunteers and vendors who helped to make this such a great event for our WPS Staff.
Wormtown Brewery – Thank you to all who came out to support this event. We hope you enjoyed it.
Red Sox Night - This is such a fun event and this year was another success. We hope everyone who came had a great time!!
Kindergarten and First Grade Social - this was the first time we hosted a carnival. Thank you to the event coordinators who planned this event. It was a great event and the kids had a blast!
Santa Fe Burrito Restaurant Fundraiser! – Sante Fe is a huge supporter of our school community. We are always thrilled when we get the chance to give back to businesses that support WPS. We hope you enjoyed some yummy food and were able to take a night off from cooking. If you missed this event, try to check them out at some point throughout the year.
UPCOMING EVENTS
June PTO Meeting - 6/10 in the Roderick Library at 7pm
Hot Table Fundraiser-6/5 from 4-9pm. Another amazing way to eat great food and give back to the PTO!
Rhode Island FC Soccer Club social event- June 8th at 7:30. What a way to end the school year! If we sell a certain number of tickets we will also be eligible to participate in a pre-game event for all of the students! Please order tickets using the following link:
Pre-K Teddy Bear Picnic Social – June 10th 5-6:30pm in the Gibbons Gym at Delaney. This event is open to all children in the two and three day programs. Please note this is NOT a drop off event.
Camp Bournedale- Fall 2024
We are thrilled to announce that our current Grade 5 students will be heading to Camp Bournedale from Tuesday, October 15th to Friday, October 18th! This adventure promises to be an unforgettable experience filled with fun, learning, and new friendships.
Grade 6 Key Details:
- Dates: Tuesday, October 15th - Friday, October 18th
- Location: Camp Bournedale, located in the picturesque setting of Plymouth, MA
- Activities: Students will engage in a variety of activities including team-building exercises, nature exploration, science workshops, and more.
Preparation:
- Packing List and Health Forms: A detailed packing list and health forms will be provided in September to ensure your child is well-prepared for all camp activities.
Next Steps:
- Forms and Payment: The total cost for the trip is $425. If you would need a scholarship, please contact Assistant Principal, Laura Dietz.
We are looking forward to this exciting opportunity for next year's Grade 6 students. Should you have any questions or need further information, please do not hesitate let us know.
