
Center School Newsletter
February 2, 2025
This week:
February 5 - Incoming Kindergarten Registration Information Session - 6:00 pm via Zoom
February 5 - PTA @ 7:00 - 8:00 pm via Zoom
February 6 - 3:15 - 4:00 pm School Council
February 6 - Mattapoisett School Committee Meeting @ 6:30 pm
In case you are shopping for Valentine's Day cards, please do not include any candy or other food items in your child's Valentine's Day cards to distribute to their classmates due to allergy concerns. Thank you!
Kindergarten Registration - Informational Webinar
A virtual Kindergarten Registration Information Session for all three elementary schools will be held on February 5, 2025, at 6 p.m. Here is the zoom link to join the session.
Kindergarten registration is currently available for next school year at elementary schools in the Old Rochester Regional School District and MA Superintendency Union #55. All Mattapoisett children who will reach the age of 5 before Sept. 1, 2025, are eligible to register to attend kindergarten at the elementary school in the town they reside in for the 2025-2026 school year.
Families must complete pre-registration for their kindergarten student via the elementary school website:
Click here for Center School in Mattapoisett
Once pre-registration is complete, the child’s records must be provided directly to the elementary school building. Paperwork can be dropped off at the school anytime during the school’s regular hours of operation.
The required documents include:
- Child’s valid birth certificate and military records, if applicable
- Proof of residency (i.e., property tax bill, mortgage statement, utility bill, current signed lease with dates and address)
- Child’s medical records
- Child’s updated record of immunization, including DPT (Diphtheria, Pertussis, Tetanus), MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella), Hib, Polio, Hepatitis-B, Varicella, record of lead testing, TB screening, and vision screening/Stereopsis
Families are encouraged to complete the registration process by March 7, 2025.
Families that have completed the kindergarten registration process will receive an email with a link to sign up for kindergarten screening.
Screenings, which are required by state law, are completed to identify children who might have a special need so that the school can provide for the child’s needs appropriately. Screenings will take place at Center School on Monday, May 19, 2025, or Friday, May 23, 2025, with each appointment expected to take no longer than 30 minutes. Children need to be present for the screening, and parents will be able to wait in the lobby while their child is participating in the screening.
Additionally, a Kindergarten School Building Orientation will be held on March 27, 2025, at 6 p.m. This in-person orientation is an opportunity for parents/guardians to meet key staff members, learn about a student's daily schedule, and gain valuable insights into the transition to kindergarten.
Questions about the registration process should be directed to the Center School office at 508-758-2521.
2025-26 Project GROW Preschool Program Registration Opens Jan. 13
Project GROW was established to provide high-quality preschool to children in Mattapoisett.
The program aims to provide children with a part-day, high-quality preschool experience in a public school setting and an inclusive learning environment for children with special needs.
Center School, Mattapoisett (8:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.)
The program consists of two classes:
- Tuesday and Thursday ($2,520/year)
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday ($3,780/year)
All classes follow the ORR public school calendar.
This four-hour program is open to all children residing in Mattapoisett who will be 3 years of age before Sept. 1, 2025.
Parents and guardians are reminded that they are responsible for providing transportation to and from the program each day.
Each preschool class is staffed by a certified teacher and assistant. The program aligns with the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and follows the High/Scope curriculum.
For more information or to register your child for the program, click here.
Click on the approved 2025 - 2026 district calendar to print.
Health Office Update:
It’s that time of year when we are seeing an increase in illnesses at school. As a reminder, here are common reasons when a student should stay home from school:
Fever greater than 100 degrees (must be fever-free for at least 24 hrs without using fever-reducing medications such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen before returning to school)
Respiratory virus symptoms such as a cough or nasal congestion that are worsening or not improving and not better explained by another cause such as seasonal allergies
Vomiting and/or diarrhea within 24 hours of coming to school
Rash or skin sores of unknown origin
Lingering sore throat with or without fever
For illnesses such as strep throat, impetigo, or conjunctivitis, a student must be treated for 24 hours before returning to school.
In general, a child returning to school should be well enough to participate in school with improving symptoms. They should also be able to manage cough and congestion on their own, and be able to tolerate food and liquids. Parents and caregivers should consult their child’s healthcare providers with specific questions about their child’s condition or illness.
Breakfast and Lunch Menus
Click here for Breakfast and Lunch Menus
Community Flyers
Please click here to view Community Flyers. All flyers are posted online on the linked community page
PTA Events and Information
- Thank you to all the families and volunteers for making Bingo at OHS on 1/29/2025 a huge success. We had over 60 winners!
- A shout-out to Ms. Mirabito for purchases for the library from Scholastic. All proceeds from both PTA-sponsored Book Fairs go directly back to our schools.
FUTURE ORR
Check out our new gear! Let your FUTURE ORR superstar rock these awesome new socks.
Order deadline 2/7
Don’t wait, order now!!! $15 a pair. All fundraising directly supports the Mattapoisett PTA and helps us get programming in the schools for our children.
Link to order in form or QR code!
MATTAPOISETT PTA AMAZON WISH LIST
Important Dates:
February 5 - Incoming Kindergarten Registration Information Session - 6:00 pm via Zoom
February 5 - PTA @ 7:00 - 8:00 pm via Zoom
February 6 - 3:15 - 4:00 pm School Council
February 6 - Mattapoisett School Committee Meeting @ 6:30 pm
February 12 - Grade 1 Concert @ 9:00 am for families
February 17 - No School - Presidents’ Day
February 17 - 21 - No School - Vacation week
March 4 - Grade 2 trip to New Bedford Symphony Orchestra performance
March 5
K- 3 Early Release @ 12:20 pm, lunches served
Project Grow Early Release @ 11:30 am, No lunches served
March 5 - Grade 6/Staff Basketball Game @ ORRHS
March 6 - 3:15 - 4:00 pm School Council
March 13 - Mattapoisett School Committee Meeting - 6:30 pm
March 25 - Center/OHS Art Show 4-6 pm @ Center School
April 2 - PTA @ 7:00 - 8:00 pm via Zoom
April 3 - 3:15 - 4:00 School Council
April 8 and 9 - Grade 3 ELA MCAS
April 16 - Grade 2 Concert @ 9:00 am for Families
April 21 - No School - Patriot's Day
April 21 - 25 - Vacation Week
May 1 - 3:15 - 4:00 School Council
May 7 - PTA @ 7:00 - 8:00 pm via Zoom
May 13 and 14 - Grade 3 Math MCAS
May 21 - Kindergarten Concert for Families @ 9:30 am
May 29 - Center Field Day
Mattapoisett PTA Information
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Email: ptamattapoisett@gmail.com
ORRconnect App
Check out the Mobile App Info Sheet for details on the information within our app. If you have questions, please email weareor@oldrochester.org.
Search ORRconnect in the app store or use the links from your mobile device.
Check out the district and school websites!
Center School
Email: lindaashley@oldrochester.org
Website: https://cs.oldrochester.org/
Location: 17 Barstow Street, Mattapoisett, MA, USA
Phone: 508-758-2521