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Miller Memo
February 16, 2024
Rita E. Miller School
Email: Mboylan@westfordk12.us
Website: www.westfordk12.us/ms
Location: 1 Mitchell Way, Westford, MA, USA
Phone: 978-392-4476
Facebook: facebook.com/millerschoolrocks
Dear Families,
I love the excitement that the day before vacation brings. My own children are looking forward to the break. I am looking forward to the opportunity to catch up on some paperwork , air out some of the germs in this building and also take a few days off with my family. I hope this week allows for everyone to relax or refresh or do something that brings them joy.
Have a wonderful week!
With gratitude,
Melissa Boylan
Kindergarten Registration for the 2024- 2025 School Year
Kindergarten registration is now open. If you have a child who will turn 5 by August 31, 2024, please register your child. Miller School will hold their in person registration on 3/6/24 and 3/7/24. You can find more information here.
Traffic flow
We have had an increase in people parking in handicap spots. Please know these should only be used by people who have handicap tags including the families of our handicap students. Also, cars have been turning right at the main entrance during arrival and dismissal where the buses line up. As the sign indicates, it is a left turn only. Please ensure that you do not pass this way as it is a safety concern for students. Thank you for your understanding.
Airtag found
An apple airtag was found outside of the preschool playground. If you are missing one, please reach out to me directly mboylan@westfordk12.us
March is Reading Month!
We have a lot of fun activities planned for reading month. To provide advanced notice on Friday, March 15th we are having a SPIRIT day to dress like your favorite book character. More information about other activities will be coming soon.
Parent / Caregiver Conferences
Conferences will be held on March 18th & 19th. These will be half days for students. Spring conferences are optional and can be scheduled if you or the teacher have concerns. More information will be forthcoming.
Early Arrival Progam
Our Early Arrival Program is in search of legos and puzzles (24+ pieces and floor puzzles) if anyone has any collecting dust. Any legos including duplo are welcome and people and the pictures below are in hot demand! Thank you for considering!
Attendance Letters
As you know attendance plays a vital role in your child’s academic and social emotional success. Attendance is critical to student achievement at all grade levels. When a child misses school, arrives after the start of the day or leaves early, it creates a disruption in their classroom instruction, learning and routines. Over the next few weeks, I will be issuing attendance letters for those with more than 10 absences so far as it is a Westford Public Schools practice. Please know that we acknowledge that this has been a rough year for illnesses and appreciate when you keep your child home when they are not feeling well to stop the spread of germs. The purpose of the letter is to alert you to the number of absences/ tardies etc. and offer support if it is challenging to get your child to school.
Dates to remember:
2/19-2/23 February Vacation
3/5- No School- Professional Development Day
3/6 - Pre k Lottery
3/6 & 3/7 Kindergarten Registration
3/15 Dress like your favorite book character
3/18-3/22 District Neurodiversity Week
3/27- Early Release- PD
3/29 - Early Release