Green Wave Nation

"The best way to lift one's self up is to help someone else!"

--Booker T. Washington

• Tonight - Feb. 27 - Ja'Duke Suessical Kids 6:00 pm GHS Auditorium - Free Admission to All
• Feb. 28 - Book to Movie Night at GHS Auditorium- Wild Robot 5:30 pm GHS Auditorium
• Mar. 4 - GHS School Council Meeting - GHS Main Office Conference Room 5:30 pm
• Mar. 6 - Bingo for Books night at all elementary schools 5:00-6:00 pm

Join us at Greenfield High School on Thursday, February 27th at 6 p.m. for an exciting performance of Seussical Kids, featuring our talented 4th-grade students from Four Corners, Federal Street, and Newton!

These hardworking students have put in so much effort and are thrilled to share their amazing performance with you. We can't wait to see them shine!

PTO will be on site with a 50/50 raffle with all proceeds going back to funding events and experiences for all three elementary schools.

Thank you to Ja'Duke Center For The Performing Arts and the Greenfield Savings Bank for all of their support in this production!

Admission is free to all!

February is social awareness month. As we wind down the month, we have been teaching and learning about all of the ways one can become more socially aware. It is the ability to take the perspective of and empathize with others, including those from diverse backgrounds and cultures. The ability to understand social and ethical norms for behavior, and to recognize family, school, and community resources and supports.

We hope you have been hearing about the ways in which our students have been learning how to be more socially aware while also modeling for our students your own skills!

Greenfield Middle School students and staff had a ball in a friendly competition of dodgeball before the break! The students showed the staff up and came away winners! Great fun was had by all!

Each year Ms. Creek's Advanced European History class reenacts the trial of Galileo, who is tried for heresy and his belief that the Earth revolves around the sun, known as the Copernican Theory. Students take on the roles of each member in the trial and a special judge is picked to oversee the trial. This year, Ms. Kinsmith, served as the honorable judge. Additionally, parents and families are invited to attend as part of the gallery and are able to see all of their student's hard work pay off. Great job!

GMS held its 4th annual Rock and Read-a-thon February 12th-16th in support of National Black History month. It was a way to promote reading of Black authors and people (both nonfiction and fiction) in a different and quiet space at the middle school. Students and staff signed up for 15 minute slots to enjoy quiet time reading. Thank you to Ms. Herlihy, GMS Reading Interventionist, for continuing this wonderful tradition!

Another week and another wave of rock stars in the Green Wave Nation showing everyone how truly wonderful and amazing our students are! 💚

Taylor A. showed kindness by sharing with her peers! She brought extra snacks for the classroom snack share bin.

Junior Luca Siano finished the week with 1 goal and 1 assist in the Western MA Class A Hockey

Tournament. Luca showed great leadership skills on and off the ice this week: on the ice with

his effort and production and off the ice with leadership in the locker room. More importantly, Luca continually gives back to the hockey community as a whole. He donated his time on Sunday afternoon-evening to referee for the local FCHA Collins Cup. Coach Bouchard said, "He is always looking to give back to the hockey community that he grew up in." Great job, Luca and congratulations!

We are beyond grateful for the support that we have received from the Greenfield Education Foundation! With the funding they have raised, the schools have been able to:

1. Purchase a scroll saw for the Construction, Manufacturing, and Tech Design classes at GHS.

2. Purchase brushes, paint, and other art supplies for the Art Club at GHS.

3. Purchase musical instruments (1 flute, 1 trumpet, 2 trombones, 1 alto saxophone) for the 4th grade instrument lessons.

4. Purchase Scholastic Magazines for all of our elementary school students.

With Spring right around the corner, there are plenty of ways that students can get involved in different activities and experiences. Check out some of the community options featured below!

This year's theme is "Clue In with School Breakfast," and you'll find this detective theme reflected in our decorations, prizes, and special NSBW menu.

Did you know? Children who eat breakfast are more likely to reach higher levels of achievement in reading and math.

Follow along with us @GreenfieldSchoolFood as we investigate the importance of school breakfast!

Sleep and Your Health

Sleep affects your health. Regular sleep is important because young peoples’ bodies grow and build muscle during sleep. Our bodies need rest to repair damage, fight illness, and clear toxins. Our minds need time to rest and relax.

Did you know that sleep also affects learning, memory, motor skills, and our body’s ability to fight infections?

Click HERE to learn more about how lack of sleep affects how kids learn.

People need different amounts of sleep depending on their age. School-aged children need 9-12 hours and teenagers need 8-10 hours of sleep every night. Yet 45% of teens report getting less than 8 hours sleep per night.

Tips can help you get a good night’s sleep:

• Establish a bedtime routine.

• Go to bed and wake up at the same time each day

• Make sure your bedroom is quiet, dark, and a good temperature

• Remove electronic devices from the bedroom

• Avoid eating or drinking before bedtime.

Physical activity can help you fall asleep easier at night. Physical activity helps you immediately feel better, function better, and sleep better. It also reduces anxiety.

Click HERE to see the health benefits of physical activity in children.

For your convenience, please find links to our school handbooks below..