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August 9, 2024 | Welcome Back Newsletter
Dear Boston Prep Families,
Below you will find some back to school information to prepare you for your child’s return. You will start to receive weekly newsletters. Please take some time to carefully read our first Family Newsletter for SY24-25.
Executive Director Welcome Letter
Middle School and High School Welcome Letters
First Week of School Update
Updated School Calendar
Metro Uniform
Middle School Announcements
High School Announcements
Athletics Corner
Enrichment Corner
Nurses Corner
CCO (College Counseling Office) Corner
Family Resources
Sincerely,
Madelyn Ruizdeporras
Family Operations Manager
1. Executive Director Welcome Letter
Dear Boston Prep Families,
As we prepare to welcome our students back to school, I want to take a moment to share my excitement and optimism for the year ahead. At Boston Prep, our mission is steadfast: prepare our students to succeed in four-year colleges and to embody, in thought and action, lifelong ethical growth. This mission is the guiding force behind everything we do, and it is one we are committed to achieving together with you, our invaluable partners.
This year, our theme is "One Team. One Mission." This theme reflects the unity and collaboration that define our Boston Prep community. Just as the athletes in the Olympics come together with a shared goal, so too do we as educators, students, and families come together with a shared purpose. Our strength lies in our collective commitment to seeing our students thrive—not only academically but also as ethical individuals who will go on to lead with integrity and compassion.
This year, we are placing a special emphasis on literacy and ethics as the cornerstones of our educational focus. We believe that literacy is the foundation of all learning, empowering our students to access knowledge, think critically, and express themselves with confidence. Equally, we believe that ethical growth is essential in shaping young people who will make a positive impact in their communities and beyond.
We are inspired by contemporary leaders like Amanda Gorman, who at a young age has used the power of her words to ignite change and inspire hope. As she once said, "There is always light, if only we’re brave enough to see it; if only we’re brave enough to be it." We want to instill this bravery in our students—the courage to seek out the light of knowledge and to be a beacon of ethical leadership in their own right.
As we embark on this new school year, I want to THANK YOU for your unwavering support and partnership. Together, as one team with one mission, we can ensure that our students are not only academically prepared but also equipped with the moral compass to navigate the world with purpose and integrity.
Thank you for entrusting us with your children’s education. We look forward to working together to make this a year of growth, achievement, and ethical development for all our students.
In collaboration,
Meekerley Sanon
Executive Director, Boston Prep
2. Middle School and High School Welcome Letters
3. First Week of School Update
There has been a change to our first week of school. Please read below carefully.
First Week of School
Grades: 6 and 9 ONLY
- Start Date: Wednesday, August 21, 2024
- Doors open at 7:15 for breakfast
- First period starts promptly at 7:45am
- Early Dismissal: is at 1:15pm
- (please keep in mind Wednesdays are our early dismissal day throughout the year)
Grades: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12 - ALL students are expected in school on the following dates
Date: Thursday, August 22, 2024 and Friday, August 23, 2024
Doors open at 7:15 for breakfast
First period starts promptly at 7:45am
Dismissal: 3:15pm
(regular school schedule starts next week)
Yellow Bus service will be available for those who qualify. You will receive the bus routes a few days before school starts.
If you have any questions regarding this update, please feel free to reach out to me directly.
Madelyn Ruizdeporras at 617-910-5333 or email: mruizdeporras@bostonprep.org
4. Updated SY25 School Calendar
5. Metro School Uniforms
We ask all students and families to commit to the Middle School and High School dress codes at all times when on our campus. Families can purchase uniforms through Metro School Uniforms.
Important uniform change: Black pants are no longer a part of the Boston Prep uniform. Students should wear khaki colored pants only. Joggers with the Boston Prep logo are allowed during gym class.
Address: 745 Dudley St, Dorchester, MA 02125
Hours: Monday - Saturday: 11am - 6pm and closed on Sunday’s
Phone: (774) 500-4085
Website: https://metroschooluniforms.com
6. Middle School Announcements
Middle School Culture Team
Important message from the Middle School Culture Team
Powerschool
- Student schedules will be available in Powerschool beginning Monday, August 19, 2024
- What is Powerschool?: PowerSchool is an app that provides student information. The software is used by schools, teachers, administrators, and families to improve student outcomes. PowerSchool provides information on schedules, attendance, and helps students and parents access information
- A guide, username and password for Powerschool will be available the first week of school.
7. High School Announcements
High School Culture Team (All Grades Please Read)
Powerschool (All Grades Please Read)
- Student schedules will be available in Powerschool beginning Monday, August 19, 2024
- What is Powerschool? PowerSchool is an app that provides student information. The software is used by schools, teachers, administrators, and families to improve student outcomes. PowerSchool provides information on schedules, attendance, and helps students and parents access information
- A guide, username and password for Powerschool will be available the first week of school.
Message for Freshmen (Grade 9)
Freshman orientation is Wednesday, August 21, 2024, all 9th grade students should arrive on time by 7:45 am. Breakfast is served beginning at 7:15 am. The school day ends at 1:15pm. Please arrive fully dressed in the Boston Prep uniform.
Chromebook distribution for 9th grade students will be on Friday, August 23, 2024
Message for Sophomores (Grade 10)
- First day of school for 10th grade students is Thursday, August 22, 2024. Please arrive fully dressed in the Boston Prep uniform.
- Chromebook distribution for 10th grade students will be on Friday, August 23, 2024
Message for Juniors (Grade 11)
- First day of school for 11th grade students is Thursday, August 22, 2024. Please arrive fully dressed in the Boston Prep uniform.
- Chromebook distribution for 11th grade students will be on Thursday, August 22, 2024
Message for Seniors (Grade 12)
- Welcome to a new and exciting school year! My name is Eric Tabb, and I’ve had the pleasure of being at Boston Prep for 9 years in various roles. This year, I’ll be supporting our teachers as a part of my fellowship with the Lynch Leadership Academy and leading the athletics department. Together, we will create a supportive and enriching environment where every student can thrive.
- First day of school for 12th grade students is Thursday, August 22, 2024. Please arrive fully dressed in the Boston Prep uniform.
- Chromebook distribution for 12th grade students will be on Thursday, August 22, 2024
8. Athletics
None at this time. Information about Fall Sports will be sent out soon.
9. Enrichment
None at this time.
10. Nurses Corner
Nurse Packet Reminder: All students received a green nurse packet (Student Emergency & Health Information) at the end of the school year. Parents/guardians should complete it asap and return to the front desk.
Updated physical and Immunization Record: If you have an updated physical and immunization record for your student, please make sure to submit that to the school asap. An updated physical is also required to play any sport at school.
11. College Counseling Office (CCO)
None at this time.
Family Resources
For information about resources, please familiarize yourselves with our Boston Prep Resource Page: https://www.bostonprep.org/resources
If you need further assistance, please reach out to our Family Operations Manager, Ms. Ruizdeporras @ mruizdeporras@bostonprep.org or call 617-910-5333
APPENDIX: FAMILY QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
- Wednesday, August 14: New Incoming Middle School Student Ice Cream Social- 3:45pm - 4:30pm
- Thursday, August 15: First Family Town Hall - 6:00 pm-6:30 pm via zoom
- Wednesday, August 21: First Day of School for Grades 6 and 9 only - dismissal 1:15pm
- Wednesday, August 21: Freshman Orientation (during school hours)
- Thursday, August 22: All students attend school (G6-12) - dismissal at 3:15pm
- Wednesday, September 4: Family Committee Meeting - 6-7pm (in-person and zoom)
- Thursday, September 12: Back to School Night
Have questions?
Please don’t ever hesitate to reach out with questions! You can contact your child’s advisor or utilize any of the emails/websites below.
- For questions about buses, MBTA passes, and transportation: transportation@bostonprep.org
- To report an absence or tardiness or any attendance related matters: attendance@bostonprep.org
- To submit a physical exam record or to discuss health-related topics: nurses@bostonprep.org
- For questions or documents related to enrollment: enrollment@bostonprep.org
- For information about resources, please familiarize yourselves with our Boston Prep resource page: https://www.bostonprep.org/resources
- For other questions: info@bostonprep.org