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Dear Lowell Families,

I hope this message finds you well. I am delighted to share that we had a wonderful week here at Lowell School!

This week, the Middle School Guidance and Assistant Principal visited us to welcome our fifth graders to the Middle School. They discussed the expectations for the upcoming transition in September, ensuring a smooth and successful progression for our students.

Today was a special day as we celebrated Lunch Hero Day! It was a fantastic opportunity for us to show appreciation and recognition to our dedicated Lunch and Kitchen staff for the amazing care and nourishment they provide to our children every day.

Thank you for your ongoing support and partnership in creating a positive and nurturing environment for our students.

With Gratitude,

Stacy & Ben

If you are planning to move out of Watertown or the Lowell School District, please complete this form as soon as possible. This information helps us to accurately plan for the fall.

The busing information is live, and you can sign up your child to take the bus to the Boys & Girls Club for the next academic period (2024 - 2025). Use the following form to register. The due date to apply for busing is June 10th; after that, it will become the waitlist.

Here is the link to the BUS WEBSITE with all the information for you to read.

Join the Parent Diversity, Inclusion, & Belonging Council for the year's final meeting to review organized activities and start planning for the following year. The meeting will be on Thursday, May 9th, from 6:30 to 7:30 PM. More information will be sent!

Grades 3, 4 and 5 - MATH Test

• Tuesday, May 7th
• Thursday, May 9th

*Chorus will be on Wednesday, May 8th

Grade 5 only - SCIENCE Test

• Tuesday, May 14th
• Thursday, May 16th

*Chorus will be on Wednesday, May 15th

All test sessions begin at 8:40 am.

Please make sure your child is at school on time. Students who arrive late may not be able to participate in the test session with their class. They will take that test session on a make-up test day.

Technology is not allowed while doing the test, so please ask your children to not bring smartwatches.

A good night’s sleep and a healthy breakfast will positively impact your child’s test experience.

Encourage your child to take their time and do their best.

We are amazed at how many students have been spotted! We are so proud to see children in the school working hard to demonstrate their commitment to our core values.

The Golden Leopard reward was created to celebrate our students. If a student earns a leopard spot for each core value in one week, they will receive the Golden Leopard reward.

They will receive a special certificate; their names will be announced during the morning messages and appear in the family newsletter.

During this week, we had three students that earned the Golden Leopard. Please congratulate James Connelly, Colt Oullette, and Phoneix Adams!

This week, students could join their school buddies in different activities. It was amazing to see our students connect with older or younger grades and share a joyful moment.

Today was a special day! We celebrated those adults who support and help students daily in the cafeteria. Students are grateful for all their hard work and for constantly receiving them with a smile.

The students thanked every cafeteria worker, and to celebrate, we ended lunch with dance parties!

This week, a group of 2nd-grade students had the privilege of using the cafeteria's outdoor dining area for the first time! They earned this reward for following the school and classroom expectations. As the weather improves, we hope that every class can enjoy this outdoor area.

We are excited to offer World Languages next year in grade 6 at Watertown Middle School. We have three languages from which to choose: Arabic, Italian, and Spanish. Spanish teachers are presenting this information to students on the three languages during class during the first and second weeks of May. Please use that information as well as the information on the following link to help inform your decision about which language to take in the middle school.

Grade 6 World Language Survey

If you want to join the ABC Mailing List, please complete this form.

The Family Formal is approaching. Please sign up prior to this event by filling out the registration form. Email watertownfamilyformal@gmail.com with any questions.

May 11th, at Cunniff Elementary school, 6:00-8:00pm. There will be food, drink, raffles, Photo Booth and DJ.

• Monday, May 6th - Friday, May 10th - Teacher Appreciation Week
• Tuesday, May 7th - ELA Math Test
  
• Wednesday, May 8th - School Nurses Appreciation Day
• Thursday, May 9 - ELA Math Test
  
• Thursday, May 9 - Parent Diversity, Inclusion, & Belonging Council Meeting
• May 11th - Family Dance Night at the Cuniff

• Tuesday, May 14 - Science Test - 5th grade only

• Tuesday, May 14 - FTO Meeting
  

• Wednesday, May 15th - Professional Learning Day. Early Release 12:15

• Thursday, May 16 - Science Test - 5th grade only

• Friday, May 24 - Classroom Smores go home

• Monday, May 27 - Memorial Day. No School

• Tuesday, May 28th - No School for Kindergarten ONLY - Screening day for incoming Kindergarten students

• Thursday, May 30 - Field Day

• Friday, June 14th - 12:15 Dismissal - Last Day of School
  

J.R. Lowell Elementary School

123 Lowell Ave.

Watertown, Ma 02472

Phone: 1-617-926-7770

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JRLowellElementary

Website: https://watertownjrlowell.ss19.sharpschool.com/

Principal- Stacy Phelan

stacy.phelan@watertown.k12.ma.us

Assistant Principal- Benjamin Kraus

benjamin.krausfriedmann@watertown.k12.ma

Administrative Assistant- Kara Flynn

kara.flynn@watertown.k12.ma.us

Receptionist- Jim Swift

james.swift@watertown.k12.ma.us

Nurse- Kathy Taverna

katherine.taverna@watertown.k12.ma.us

Guidance Melina Jacovides k-2

melina.jacovides@watertown.k12.ma.us

Guidance Brian Connors 3-5

brian.connors@watertown.k12.ma.us

Special Education Team Chair- Greg Roberts, ext. 37171

gregory.roberts@watertown.k12.ma.us

LEDP Site Coordinator- Adam Vachon

adam.vachon@watertown.k12.ma.us