Daniel Webster Elementary School
Weekly Update - September 27
Important Dates to Note
October
October 4 - Picture Day
October 7 - DEI Meeting, 6:30pm
October 7 - PTO Meeting, 7:00pm
October 14 - No School - Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples' Day
October 15 - Start of Pumpkin Pre-Run Fundraiser
October 16 - Unity Day (wear orange)
October 20 - DWS Pumpkin Run
Check out our DWS Family Calendar! It's a live document that we will be updating throughout the year.
We Are DWS Kids!
DWS staff members can award any student with a DWS ALL STAR when they see students being Dedicated, Welcoming, or Safe. All of the DWS ALL STAR awards are put on display in the front lobby. The following students were featured in the morning announcements last week for being DWS ALL STARS!
Grade K: Preston in Mrs. Desharnais’ class is a DWS ALL STAR because he did a great job during the practice drill.
Grade K: Wyatt in Mrs. Desharnais’ class is a DWS ALL STAR because he gave a friend a gentle reminder.
Grade 1: Nate in Mrs. Redman’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because he was a recess helper.
Grade 1: Olivia in Mrs. MacDonald’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because she was an example setter when she transitioned quickly and quietly.
Grade 2: Tristan in Mrs. Auriemma’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because he followed our morning routine expectations perfectly.
Grade 2: Aveleen in Mrs. Rose’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because she focused on her work, took her time, and gave it her best effort.
Grade 3: Gigi in Mrs. Hanson’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because she focused on her work and tuned out distractions.
Grade 3: Elaine in Mrs. Hines’ class is a DWS ALL STAR because she came in the classroom and immediately followed directions.
Grade 4: Prue in Mrs. Farrell’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because she got right to work and was dedicated to understanding complex text.
Grade 4: Brody in Mrs. Robatzek’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because he did a wonderful job cleaning up after a Math activity.
Grade 5: Nolan in Mrs. Mann’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because he was respectful and a great leader.
Grade 5: Leo in Ms. LaForest’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because he stayed focused and worked hard during Math.
Congratulations!
What's been happening around DWS?
DWS Goes Gold
Mrs. Redman's Magnificent First Graders!
First graders have been expanding their vocabulary and these magnificent DWS Kids have been working extra hard!
School Council
Since the passage of the 1993 Education Reform Act, all schools in Massachusetts must form School Councils, which include representation from parents, teachers, the community, and school administration. The purpose of the School Council is to involve parents and teachers in school decision-making. The School Council will also formulate an annual school improvement plan with the goal of strengthening the bond between our school and the Marshfield community we serve. This plan is then submitted to the Superintendent and School Committee.
We are looking for TWO parents to join our School Council this year! We encourage all parents to consider this opportunity for meaningful dialogue and active participation in our Daniel Webster School community. The meetings are generally held once each month on Tuesdays at 4:00.
DWS PTO News
Next PTO Meeting: Monday 10/7/24 in the DWS library at 7:00 p.m. The meeting will be held by our new 2024-2025 PTO board. Meetings will continue to be on the first Monday of every month.
This is a great time to attend the meeting and share your ideas for this year!
Register now! Sunday 10/20 is the DWS Pumpkin Run and our largest fundraiser of the year. If you are interested in helping out big or small- please contact the PTO or join the Pumpkin Run committee in the caf on Tuesday 10/1 at 7PM. https://dwspumpkinrun2024.racewire.com/register.php?id=14372
Sponsors needed for Pumpkin Run! This is our largest fundraiser of the year and we are in need of more business and family sponsors.
Family sponsor deadline: 9/27
Business sponsor deadline: 10/4
Reach out to dwspumpkinrun@gmail.com with questions.
Save the date! 11/14 DWS Parents Night out at Winslows Driving Range! Details to come.
5th Grade Parent Volunteers Needed! There’s many special events planned for our 5th graders and a lot of help needed. Please reach out to dwsclassof25@gmail.com if you are able to help in any way.
Please join the DWS PTO on PTBoard, today! PTBoard is an online platform that we will be using to communicate school information, events and volunteer opportunities to families. As we move away from sending home paper flyers, this will be the only way to stay up-to-date on school events and place orders for school spiritwear, etc. Accounts are free to set up and in no way commit you to volunteering for the PTO. Please reach out with questions at yourdwspto@gmail.com.
Download the App “PTBoard Mobile” in the App Store today!
Contact:
Please email yourdwspto@gmail.com with any general questions and for more information. Would you like to volunteer? Please reach out to: dwsvolunteers@gmail.com
Clothing questions can be sent to: dwsptoclothing@gmail.com
Thank you for all of your support!
The DWS PTO