3 Tiger Drive

978-897-6700

Principal- Keith Kinney kkinney@maynard.k12.ma.us

Assistant Principal-David Snyder dsnyder@maynard.k12.ma.us

Administrative Assistant- Joanne Lochiatto jlochiatto@maynard.k12.ma.us

Administrative Assistant- Marie Roche mroche@maynard.k12.ma.us

Nurse Amy Jamieson: ajamieson@maynard.k12.ma.us

The final countdown until Winter Break is just days ahead. During the holiday break, our students and our staff get to enjoy a well deserved break. The front office will be open on a limited basis. Please don't hesitate to call the office, or email us if you need anything. While our response may not be immediate, we will get back to you sooner than later. Below are a few key points that I want to call attention to.

1. WAVM Telethon- see flyer below. This started last night!

2. Report Cards: Report cards were published yesterday in ASPEN. You should receive an email letting you know that your student's report card is available.

3. LAST CALL: Last year, I asked each family to create a Google Slide to showcase how their family celebrates the holidays. For example, my mother, now in her mid-70s, has always ensured that our family wears matching pajamas during the holiday season (in my case, for Christmas). This tradition continues today, as my mother, my wife, and my sister make sure our family of nine has matching pajamas each year when we all gather together. It drives me a little crazy, but it’s also pretty awesome!

I invite our Fowler families to share their holiday traditions with me by creating a Google slide. Your slide can be as simple or as complex as you would like. I have attached a link here to what we have so far as an example.

If you would like to participate, please create your slide and share it with me by the end of next week so I can incorporate your submission into the master slide presentation. It will be displayed on the front TV during the final week of school before the holiday break!

From Last Week:

Here is a newsletter from all of our Fowler Specialist. Link

No School Reminders:

• December 13th- Report Cards Published
• December 20th- Last day of school before holiday break
• January 6th- Return to school

It's concert time! Please check out this calendar closely (it is different from what was given out at the beginning of the year) and please note that the Grade 6-8 Band and Chorus concert is at the Maynard High School Auditorium (12/17/24) this year! Please email us at maynard.music.assoc@gmail.com if you have questions on parking or where to enter for this high school venue (or any other music-related questions). If you haven't been to this auditorium, be prepared to be wowed! Enjoy the music this holiday season - this is a great opportunity to encourage your Fowler students to check out the High School music programs. Happy Holidays from the Maynard Music Association!

CONCERTS FEATURING MAYNARD HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS:
December 10 (Tuesday - 7:00 pm): MHS Chorus Concert at MHS Auditorium

December 11 (Wed - 7:00 pm): Jazz Concert at MHS Auditorium (MHS and Fowler Jazz Ensembles)

December 19 (Thursday - 7:00 pm): MHS Band/Chorus Winter Spectacular at Fowler Auditorium

December 20 (Friday): State House Performance during school (MHS Wind Ensemble and Chorus)

CONCERTS FEATURING FOWLER SCHOOL STUDENTS:
December 11 (Wed - 7:00 pm): Jazz Concert at MHS Auditorium (MHS and Fowler Jazz Ensembles)

December 12 (Thursday - 7:00 pm): Fowler Grades 4-5 Band/Chorus Concert at Fowler Auditorium
December 17 (Tuesday - 7:00 pm): Fowler Grades 6-8 Band/Chorus Concert at **MHS Auditorium**

Celebrate Maynard Education Foundation's 25th anniversary this Giving Tuesday. Join the fun by making a $25 donation, donating on the 25th of every month, or asking your employer if they offer charitable matches.

Every dollar donated allows us to provide grants to educators and students who are bringing innovation to our schools. Your contribution makes an immediate difference and is greatly appreciated. Simply visit www.maynardeducation.org to make a donation and learn more about MEF.

You and your family may be eligible for Fuel Assistance! Massachusetts has a home energy assistance program (HEAP) to help eligible households pay a portion of winter heating bills. If you are found eligible, not only will part of your heating bills be paid, but you will get lower rates from your energy suppliers. This program is entirely free and there are no application costs.

On January 12, 12:00-4:0, Maynard resident, Jennifer Rifkin Tyler, will be at the High School to assist families with the application process. While drop-ins are welcome, it may be beneficial to set up an appointment. If you are interested in making an appointment or even just learning more about the program, please feel free to contact Jennifer at jennifer.rifkin@gmail.com. All appointments and email inquiries will be entirely confidential.

You can also learn more about HEAP at:

https://www.mass.gov/how-to/apply-for-home-heating-and-energy-assistance

The Maynard Food Pantry is open every Monday unless it is a holiday. Maynard residents are welcome to shop 2x a month (out-of-town residents are asked to keep it to 1x a month).

1. Adult and Youth Mobile Crisis Intervention: Call 800-640-5432

2. Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org/chat

3. Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741

4. Massachusetts Substance Use Helpline: Call 800-327-5050 or visit helplinema.org

5. OUT Metrowest for LGBTQ Youth: Call 508-875-2122 or visit outmetrowest.org

6. Trevor Lifeline for LGBTQ Youth: Call 866-488-7386, text START to 678678, or visit thetrevorproject.org

7. Planned Parenthood: Call 888-258-4448 or visit plannedparenthood.org

8. National Domestic Violence Hotline: Call 800-799-7233, text LOVEIS to 22522, or visit thehotline.org

9. Eating Disorder Hotline: Call 800-931-2237, or visit nationaleatingdisorder.org

10. Seize the Awkward: text SEIZE to 741741, or visit seizetheawkward.org

ELPAC (English Learner Parent Advisory Council) Resources

SEPAC (Special Education Parent Advisory Council) Resources

Maynard Music Association (MMA)

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