Community Spotlight

Welcome to Weymouth's Community Spotlight!

Visit often to learn about News, Events, and Happenings Around Weymouth!!!

Sunday, October 13, 2024

1:00 - 4:00 pm

Barrel House Z | 95 Woodrock Road | Weymouth | MA | 02189

$20 per family Cash at the door or Venmo: @Ralph-Talbot-PC

Face Painting * Games * Music * Raffles

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Supporting the Ralph Talbot Parent Council

Saturday, October 19, 2024

10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Station 2 - 636 Broad Street, Weymouth, MA 02189

Parking: Street parking on Broad Street

Kids Activities | Touch-A-Truck | Car Seat Checks* | CPR Registration | Fire Demo
Community Connect Registration** | Food & Drinks | ...and MORE!

* Limited Availability

** Community Connect - Learn about and register for Community Connect,
a tool to help Firefighters provide a safer, more effective response.

For more information, follow WFD on Facebook

CLICK HERE FOR FLYER

The Black Student Union presents 2nd Annual Trunk or Treat

Saturday, October 19, 2024

2:00 pm

Chapman Middle School, 1051 Commercial Street, Weymouth, MA

Costumes Encouraged!

Music | Games | Raffles

Saturday, October 19, 2024

Start Time: 3:30 pm | Lantern Launch: 6:00 pm | Gates Close: 7:00 pm

Tickets are on sale for the Water Lantern Festival in Boston/Weymouth.

Get your tickets at https://www.waterlanternfestival.com/boston.php before they sell out!

Water Lantern Festival is an amazing experience where you'll witness the magic of lanterns as they light up the water.

The Water Lantern Festival was voted #1 Festival by USA Today. Don't miss this beautiful event!
For more information please visit www.WaterLanternFestival.com

WPS Wraparound Center Open House

Wednesday, October 23, 2024

10:00 am - 2:00 pm (drop in at any time)

The Wraparound Center | Chapman Middle School | 1015 Commercial Street | Weymouth | MA | 02189

Entrance is located at the front of the building - look for the flag outside the door that reads "Wraparound Center". Ring doorbell for admittance.

Join Weymouth Public Schools' Wraparound Counselor, Kelsie Bromberg, to discuss resource sin the Weymouth area that may be helpful to your student(s) and family.

Mental Health Resources | Food Pantry | Utility Assistance | Holiday Assistance | Housing

Parent Support | ...and MORE!

Questions? Contact Kelsie Bromberg at 718-337-4500, x-293038 or kelsie.bromberg@weymouthps.org

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FREE Car/Booster Seat Checks & Installations by
Certified Technicians at the Weymouth Health Department

BY APPOINTMENT: Monday - Friday - 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Book online by scanning QR Code on flyer or call 781-340-5008

Weymouth Town Hall | 75 Middle Street | Weymouth | MA | 02189

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* If you are in need and unable to afford a car seat, contact the Weymouth Health Department

Annual Town of Weymouth Public Flu Clinics
Vaccine available for ages 5+

BY APPOINTMENT: September 30 - October 28, 2004

Book online by scanning QR Code on flyer or call 781-340-5008

Dates/Times/Locations vary

Tufts Library | 46 Broad Street | Weymouth | MA | 02188

Weymouth Town Hall | 75 Middle Street | Weymouth | MA | 02189

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Help us "Squash Hunger" in Weymouth

Join us for the

Wicked Weymouth Scavenger Hunt

Make this fun and interactive event part of your family fall favorite things to do right here in Weymouth!

Saturday, October 26th

Kickoff at Weymouth Tufts Library

46 Broad St, Weymouth, MA 02188

2:00-4:30

Kids Hunt at the Library 2:00-4:30

We will lead you to some haunting tales and historical (creepy) locations -

seek out items, places, sponsor locations, or track down QR codes around town, completing tasks to earn points.

• Individual Registration $15 (Early Bird, Ends 10/1) then $20
• Teams of Three or more are capped at $45 (Early Bird, Ends 10/1) then $60

Prizes will be awarded for the following categories:

• 1st Place - Highest Point Total
• 2nd Place - 2nd Highest Point Total
• Most Funds Raised Individual (Registered participants can share their link from their QGIV fundraising page and raise much needed funds for the pantry and earn points in advance of the hunt)
• Best Team Costumes
• Funniest Video Submitted

**Great prizes, signed Charlie Coyle gear, gift cards and more**

We will hold a free Scavenger Hunt at the library for kids 8 and under (costumes encouraged, no registration required). We are looking for a local business or individual to sponsor the kids hunt at this time. Reach out to Jen O'Brien if interested.

"We love this event it is so much fun and we are competitive - wanting to win!
But the real goal is raising funds for such a worthy cause - the food pantry!"
- Michelle, Team Skeleton Crew Team 2023

Teams of two to four can participate in the Wicked Weymouth Scavenger Hunt, a fun and engaging game of wits and strategy. Hunters will seek out spooky items, places, sponsor locations, or track down QR codes around town. Our hunt app allows us to put hunters' knowledge to the test with interesting trivia about the town, sponsors, and landmarks. Run through a phone-based app, enter your answers as you progress through the hunt, teams will score points to win!

All you need is: Team of two or more, a car that can take you from place to place for the hunt, and a smartphone that you can download the Eventzee App on to submit your scavenger hunt answers. We have a kids hunt on the premises of Tufts Library. Kids 8 and under are welcome to participate for free! At the end of the hunt our little spooks can pick a prize from the treasure chest. Join us--past years participants have said it was so much fun, and they learned things about Weymouth and about our event sponsors that they never knew. Teams must be 2-4 people. It’s $20 per person, $15 if you register on or before October 1st.

We have a kids hunt on the premises of Tufts Library. Kids 8 and under are welcome to participate for free. No registration is required for the kids hunt. At the end of the kids hunt our little spooks can choose a prize from our treasure chest. There will be face painting and crafts for the kids.

REGISTER A TEAMHelp Feed Our Community Today!

Wicked Weymouth Scavenger Hunt

Current Sponsorship Opportunities

• Kids Hunt Sponsor *Exclusive (only 1 available) $5,000
• Golden Pumpkin Sponsor *Exclusive (only 1 available) $5,000
• Platinum Sponsor $1,000
• Gold Sponsor $500
• Silver Sponsor $250

Don't wait, sponsor today to show your support for our community!

Learn More and Sponsor the Event

Thank you to our Valued Sponsors

October 4, 2024 - Part 1

October 11, 2024 - Part 2

9:00 am - 12:30 pm

via Zoom

Free

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Participants will learn about and discuss:

• Important issues and concerns of grandparents and relative caregivers likely to be shared during a support group
• Service and resources for grand-families and suggested guest speakers
• Group facilitation skills, tips, and strategies, and support
• Networking and marketing tips to promote the group and more

Contact massgrg@mass.gov for more information

October 15, 2024

"When you see a blind person using a white cane, remember that the cane is our tool to safely and independently navigate the environment. There's no need to shout warnings or try to physically steer us so that our canes won't bump into things. Remember that we are using our canes to explore what is around us. If we need any help or direction, we will ask. If you are driving or cycling and see someone using a white cane, you must follow the law and stop to give that person the right of way. Here are more tips to keep in mind when meeting a blind person." * nfb.org

Click Here for Video

CLICK HERE FOR AVAILABLE SERVICES AND PRICE LIST

Hours: 11:45 am - 2:00 pm

Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays (dependent on school schedule)

BY APPOINTMENT ONLY

781-337-7500, X-21052

jennifer.mcneil@weymouthps.org

Hair | Hair Color | Skin | Nails | Wax/Tweeze

5 Mile & 2 Mile Races

Thanksgiving Day

Thursday, November 28, 2024

Races start at 7:30 am

Last minute registration and number pick up starts at 6:30 am

Weymouth High School, 1 Wildcat Way, Weymouth, MA 02190

• at the maroon cafeteria entrance by the tennis courts

2024 Dreamcatcher Classic Pricing:

• ​September 6- October 31, 2024: $30
• November 1- November 23, 2024: $35
• November 24- November 28, 2024: $40
• $5 Discount Coupon available to students: use code WHSATHLETICS at checkout

Proceeds from the Dreamcatcher race go to the Dreamcatcher Scholarship for Weymouth High School students to assist with athletic fees and proceeds go to the Julie Rodick Scholarship Fund for Weymouth High School graduates.

As of 2018, the money raised from the race is donated to a new scholarship available to Weymouth High School athletes. Student-athletes can now apply for the Dreamcatcher Scholarship and have their athletic user fees covered ($200 per sport). Last year, we were able to help out every student that applied, and we have distributed over $80,000 in scholarships to help student athletes! We also give two Julie Rodick Scholarships to WPS students upon graduating from Weymouth Public Schools.

https://www.dreamcatcherclassicroadrace.com

Chapman Middle School had a special visit from Senator O'Connor today to support our Chapman Step Team's hygiene fundraiser! In partnership with Senator O'Connor's office and Kenzie Blackwell of the Free . organization, they donated over 7,000 products today!

Senator O'Connor's office was able to secure $500,000 to provide free hygiene supplies/ Free. has provided 2 million products to 250 schools in the state thus far. Senator O'Connor gave accolades to Chapman's STEP Team for "stepping up" to meet the needs of Chapman students.

Thank you so much for sharing information about your work with us at Chapman and for your generous donation!

2024-2025 WPS: Chapman Receives Gift of Hygiene Products Photo Album

Author visits at the Chapman Middle School allow students to meet real authors and learn about their craft. Many of these authors share everything from their writing styles to the struggles they had growing up and how they began writing. Kate McCue-Day has been able to host these visits over the last 10 years through the sponsorship of Jeff Kinney’s bookstore An Unlikely Story in Plainville. We greatly appreciate their kind assistance to provide these valuable interactions with our students.

The authors' books are also made available for purchase and personalization.

Chapman's Author Visit Schedule:

• Kerry O’Malley Cerra: September 30, 2024 at 12:30pm - Grade 6
• Peter Brown: October 3, 2024 at 12:30 pm and 1:15 pm - Grades 6 and 7
• Elly Swartz: October 17, 2024 at 8:30 am, 9:30 am, and 10:30 am - Grades 6, 7 and 8

2024-2025 WPS: Chapman Author Visits Photo Album

Schedule:

• Thursday, September 26, 2024: Home vs Duxbury - 3:45 pm
• Thursday, October 3, 2024: Home vs Braintree - 3:30 pm
• Monday, October 7, 2024: Home vs Walpole - 3:45 pm
• Wednesday, October 16, 2024: Away vs Hingham - 3:30 pm
• Monday, October 21, 2024: Away vs Braintree - 3:15 pm
• Tuesday, October 29, 2024: Home vs Hingham - 3:30 pm

All Home games will be in the WHS Gymnasium at 1 Wildcat Way, Weymouth, MA 02190

Questions? Contact Lisa Stokes at lisa.stokes@weymouthschools.org

"I see ability, not disability"

Special Olympics Massachusetts provides year-round sports training and athletic competition for over 14,000 athletes with intellectual disabilities across the state in over 900 sporting competitions each year. Using sports as the catalyst, the Special Olympics movement promotes inclusion for people with intellectual disabilities in all areas of life. We’re investing in the idea that everyone belongs and invite all of Massachusetts to join us to experience inclusion. http://www.specialolympicsma.org.

Priority Needs Survey

Please complete by May 1, 2025

COMMUNITY MEETINGS REGARDING PRIORITY NEEDS:

Tuesday, October 8, 2024 - 9:00 AM

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 - 6:00 PM

McCulloch Building (Senior Center) McCulloch Building (Senior Center)

182 Green Street, Weymouth, MA 182 Green Street, Weymouth, MA

Mary McElroy Conference Room Mary McElroy Conference Room

CLICK HERE FOR FLYER

CLICK HERE FOR PRESS RELEASE

www.spedchildmass.com

CLICK HERE FOR A WIDE VARIETY OF OPPORTUNITIES AND RESOURCES

October 5, 2024 Exam - Registration Deadline September 20, 2024

November 2, 2024 Exam - Registration Deadline October 18, 2024

December 7, 2024 Exam - Registration Deadline November 22, 2024

Registration Link: https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/sat/registration

If you plan to apply for college financial aid, you’ll need to fill out the FAFSA. The FAFSA doesn’t become available until December 1st this year, but there’s one thing you can do now: get your FSA ID. The FSA ID is your FAFSA log-in, and both the student and at least one parent will need one. MEFA has a guide to help you figure out who in your family needs an FSA ID (see link below). Check out the info below to learn more about what the FSA IS is, who needs one, and how to get one.

MEFA: Who Needs an FSA ID?

MEFA: The Big Deal about the FSA ID

Creating and using the FSA ID

* MEFA - Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority

The Financial Aid Webinar Series with College Aid Pro is coming up!
This is an opportunity to get informed on college bills and how to pay them!

What You Need to Know About Financial Aid, Scholarships & Looming FAFSA Changes
Date: October 1, 2024
Time: 7 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

During this webinar, you will gain valuable insights into:

1. Determining your eligibility for financial aid.
2. Identifying scholarship opportunities for your student.
3. Strategies to obtain discounts even if you don't qualify for financial aid.
4. Important FAFSA dos and don'ts, including 2024/2025 changes.
5. Key considerations for business owners and homeowners.
6. Critical information for divorced or separated families.

Even if you cannot attend the live session, you can receive the recording by registering below.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Sunday, October 6, 2024

10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Weymouth High School, 1 Wildcat Way, Weymouth, MA 02190

Free Pumpkins (while supplies last)

Live Music | Bounce Houses | Artisans | Vendors | Local Businesses & Organizations

Please join us by having your charitable organization represented at a table at this year’s event. You may sell items, hold a contest, etc., to raise money for your organization. Anyone who donates at your table will receive a ticket to enter our Pumpkin Patch to pick a free pumpkin (while supplies last)! Tickets will be provided to you on the day of the event.

Local businesses can also join us by having an informational table at the event. This is a great way to share your products and services with the community, and an opportunity you won’t want to miss! Please Note: Informational tables are for information only! Only charitable organizations can accept donations and give out tickets for the pumpkin patch.

Space is limited and there will be a limited number of table applications accepted on a first-come/first-serve basis.

If you are interested in participating, please complete the online form below or contact Kerry Knapp directly at kknapp@weymouth.ma.us, 781-682-3618,

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: NO LATER THAN FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Due to the logistics of this event, late applications WILL NOT be considered!

https://forms.gle/Z8HNhTV8PcvJmrmF8

All applications will be reviewed for approval. As always, preference is given to local/nonprofit vendors. If approved, pertinent event information will be emailed to you prior to the event.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding with this process. We are looking forward to another successful event and hope you can join us!

Pumpkin Give-a-Wey

Sunday, October 6, 2024

Weymouth High School, 1 Wildcat Way, Weymouth, MA 02190

Event Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Community Service Time: 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

20 Volunteers Needed to work with Event Committee. These 20 Volunteers will receive a long-sleeved t-shirt and free lunch. There is a strict limit of 20 volunteers and you will be notified if the limit has been reached and you may work at a table, but will not receive a t-shirt and lunch. Please specify below if you would like to work with the event committee or a specific table.

Community Service Hours: Volunteering may consist of setting up tables, chairs, decorations, food set-up, assistance with unloading cars, escorting guests, as well as services requested by event coordinators.

Registration Deadline: Friday, September 27, 2024

Questions? Contact Kerry Knapp at 781-682-3618 or kknapp@weymouth.ma.us

Please honor your commitment to volunteer, as scheduling will be done around your volunteer registration.

COMMUNITY SERVICE ACTIVITY FORM:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Tpkl-Vu8-WSjTXucYmtci2F1GAl7WXTKvduLxNtfMxE/edit?usp=sharing
Have this form signed and return to the Gold Office

SEEKING FLOATS, MARCHERS, TEAMS, CLUBS, DRAMA,
DANCE, CHEERLEADERS, MUSIC PROGRAMS AND MORE!

PLEASE ASSIST US BY REGISTER HERE

Join us as we pay tribute to the brave men and women who have answered, and continue to answer, the call to service in the United States Military. Let us come together to honor their courage, dedication, and sacrifice in protecting our nation and preserving our freedoms.

This special event is an opportunity to express our gratitude and admiration for these heroes and their unwavering commitment to defending our country.

We look forward to celebrating and recognizing the service of these exceptional individuals.

Monday, November 11, 2024

Theme: "Celebrating Veterans"

Patriotism / Americana / Military

Parade: 10:15 am

Ceremony: 11:00 am

More information can be found on Weymouth Veterans Connections

https://secure.smore.com/n/08tz72

SEEKING PARTICIPANTS & SPONSORS

This is an approved Weymouth High School Community Service Opportunity for all types of participation.

You must register here to qualify for community service

Letter from George Pontes, Director of Weymouth Veterans Services

https://bit.ly/3MZITfy

Click Here to Register to Participate in the Parade and/or be a Sponsor

https://bit.ly/47uXF7B

Click Here for Sponsor Payment Form

https://bit.ly/47EVuOX

Click Here for Sponsor Benefits

https://bit.ly/3ZvAKXT

Click Here for Rules & Regulations

https://bit.ly/3XTvig5

Click Here for Judging Criteria

https://bit.ly/47I5ua3

Thank you for supporting our Veterans and Service Members!

October 10, 2024

11:00 am - 9:00 pm

535 John Mahar Hwy | Braintree | MA | 02184

20% of sales benefit WHS Class of 2027 when flyer is presented

CLICK HERE FOR FLYER

Weymouth High School CTE Co-op Employer Opportunities

Now Accepting Registrations!

Weymouth High School has Career Technical Education (CTE) students who would make a wonderful addition to your team.

By filling out this form, your job will be shared with Weymouth High School teachers, students and Samuel M. DePina, our Director of Career Technical Education & Cooperative Education.

Co-operative Job Opportunities provide students with practical skills and knowledge in various fields.

Weymouth High School is a comprehensive school offering a ten program Career and Technical Education Department including Allied Health, Automotive Technology, Construction Technology, Cosmetology, Culinary Arts, Drafting and Design Technology, Early Childhood Education, Graphic Communication, Information Technology, and Metal Fabrication. All ten programs are approved by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and as such, are closely monitored by the DESE.

Questions?

Samuel M. DePina

Director of Career Technical Education & Cooperative Education

CTE Office: Gold, Room 2032 | Weymouth High School

781-337-7500 x 25203 | (617) 840-9008

Schedule a Meeting with Mr. DePina

WHS Athletic Hall of Fame Directory

WHS is proud to unveil the WHS Athletic Hall of Fame Directory, a comprehensive platform that pays tribute to the remarkable athletic achievements of our alumni. This directory showcases exceptional athletes, coaches, and contributors who have significantly impacted our athletic programs, with profiles dating back to our earliest graduates in 1926.

The WHS Athletic Hall of Fame Directory offers easy navigation with various search options, including Sport, Type, Induction, Graduation Year, and Name. This user-friendly interface allows visitors to quickly find the information they're looking for and learn more about the outstanding individuals who have shaped the history of WHS athletics. Our directory recognizes a range of contributors, including Athletic Directors, Citizen Activists, Coaches, Sports Journalists, and Teachers, who have all played pivotal roles in the growth and success of our athletic programs. Their dedication, passion, and commitment to excellence are celebrated in the WHS Athletic Hall of Fame Directory.

We invite you to explore this treasure trove of athletic history and discover the inspiring stories of our inductees. The WHS Athletic Hall of Fame Directory is a testament to the rich legacy of our school's athletic programs and the individuals who have made it all possible.

Congratulations Class of 2024 Inductees!

Inductees include:

1991 Soccer Team, Coach Kevin Mackin '88, Charles Brennan '67, Glen Liset '74, Sarah (Taylor) Croto '91, Matthew Freeman '94, Joseph Tully '99, Andrew Russo '02, Erica (Murphy) McGlone ' 03, Tim King '07, Mike Waithe, Jr. '08, Emily Clark) Valovcin '10, Vicky DiNatale '10, Dave Harrison ' 14

Induction Ceremony

Saturday, November 23, 2024

6:00 pm

Sons of Italy

54 Whitman Street, Weymouth, MA 02189

CLICK HERE TO ORDER TICKETS

You are invited to share this Sponsorship Opportunity with anyone you think might be interested!

Weymouth High School Athletic Hall of Fame

Sponsorship Opportunity

Click Here for Online Sponsorship Registration

Click Here for Sponsorship Payment Form

Note: 1. Fill out the Online Sponsorship Registration (upload logo and artwork for hardcopy Event Program Book and E-Program)

* WHS Athletic Hall of Fame Class of 2023 E-Program - please refer to last year's E-Program to see a sample of how you will be represented

2. Print and return Sponsorship Payment Form with contribution to:

Betsy Harris

Weymouth Public Schools

89 Middle Street, Weymouth, MA 02189

PLEASE RESPOND BY MONDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2024

The WHSAHF exists to recognize and honor Weymouth High School Student-Athletes, Coaches, Teams and Athletic Contributors

for their achievements and contributions to the Weymouth High Schools Athletics programs

Class of 2024 Inductees include:

1991 Soccer Team, Coach Kevin Mackin '87, Charles Brennan '67, Glen Liset '74, Sarah (Taylor) Croto '91, Matthew Freeman '94, Joseph Tully '99, Andrew Russo '02, Erica (Murphy) McGlone ' 03, Tim King '07, Mike Waithe, Jr. '08, Emily (Clark) Valovcin '10, Vickie DiNatale '10, Dave Harrison ' 14

Thank You for your kind generosity and support!

Our Youth Ice Skating Lessons taught by Bay State Skating are open for Registration. Register today!

September 7 - December 1, 2024

Open Skate is once again available so lace em up and head on over! $5.00 per person paid at the door. No reservation needed. See Schedule for Open Skate Times. Ice Skate rentals are through the Weymouth Youth Hockey Organization and are usually available on the weekend and school vacation days. Call ahead to be sure. 781-682-3660.


Pool Schedule

Swim Lessons

87 Wharf Street, East Weymouth, MA. 02189 • 781.682.6124 • http://weymouthma.myrec.com/

Friday's at 9:50 am. Water adjustment, fun and games! Sign up TODAY! https://www.weyrec.com/.../0ac6d32a-eb76-45c6-823d...

"What Does Patriotism Mean To Me?"

CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT ESSAY ENTRY

* All submissions MUST include Submission Cover Sheet with Essay via upload *

Available to Braintree and Weymouth students in Grades 5 - 8

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: Friday, December 6, 2024

- Separate Division for Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7, Grade 8

- Essay Length not to exceed 300 words

- Essay must be typed or legibly printed in ink - by the ENTRANT

- Include name, grade, school and Weymouth-Braintree Elks Lodge on the essay

NEW! National Winning Essay Prize Money for each Division!

National Prizes: First Place: $1,000, Second Place: $500, Third Place: $250

Winners will be announced at the Grand Lodge Session in Kansas City, MO June 29 - July 2, 2025
State Prizes: To Be Determined

Local Prizes: To Be Determined

Click Here for Rules & Submission Cover Sheet

• Type in your information in Section 1 on the Cover Sheet
• Print the completed (Section 1) Cover Sheet
• Upload it along with essay on Elks Essay Contest 2024-2024 Submission Form

The winners will be selected by the Elks Americanism Committee

Questions? Contact Betsy Harris at mailto:elizabeth.harris@weymouthschools.org

CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR ENTRY

Elks Poster, Essay, & Video Contest 2024-2025: "Throw Away Drugs - Not Your Future"
Poster Contest: Available to Grades 3, 4, 5

Essay Contest: Available to Grades 6, 7, 8
Video Contest: Available to Grades 9 - 12

Submission Deadline: Wednesday, November 20, 2024

Essay: 250 Words Max

Video: May be a group submission, but must have releases from each individual

ALL SUBMISSIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED VIA UPLOAD AND MUST INCLUDE POSTER, ESSAY OR VIDEO LINK AND COVER SHEET

• MAKE SURE TO SET THE SHARING SETTING TO "ANYONE WITH THE LINK CAN VIEW"

Rules & Submission Cover Sheet:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xs8DG8rl23vtnq1Fkkm06WilUWswtuHo/view?usp=sharing

Parental Consent Form

Drug Awareness Program Video Entry & Parental Release Form

• Review Rules for each category
• PRINT pages 4 - 7 of the appropriate contest for the Cover Sheet
• Fill out the appropriate contest Cover Sheet (stop after Telephone Number - Lodge will fill out rest)
• UPLOAD it to this form (below)
• NOTE: UPLOAD must include Cover Sheet and Parental Consent Form and Parental Release Form (3 sheets)

The winners will be selected by the Elks Drug Awareness Program Committee

Awards:

• First Place Poster: Amazon Gift Card - $ 50.00 for Weymouth and $50.00 for Braintree
• Second Place Poster: Amazon Gift Card - $25.00 for Weymouth and $25.00 for Braintree

• First Place Essay: Amazon Gift Card - $ 50.00 for Weymouth and $50.00 for Braintree
• Second Place Essay: Amazon Gift Card - $25.00 for Weymouth and $25.00 for Braintree

• First Place Video: Amazon Gift Card - $ 50.00 for Weymouth and $50.00 for Braintree
• Second Place Video: Amazon Gift Card - $25.00 for Weymouth and $25.00 for Braintree

* Additional State Level Prizes will be awarded to winners in each category

Fall 2024 Programs

For Ages 5-8

Sunday Showtunes Starts Sunday 9/29

Kids Improv Starts Thursday 9/19

For Ages 9-12

Sunday Showtunes Starts Sunday 9/29

Make Your Own Play Starts Monday 9/30

Youth Acting 101 Starts Monday 9/30

For Ages 13-18

Teen Audition Workshop Tuesdays Starts 9/24 & Thursdays Starts 9/19

Being An Actor Monday Starts 9/30 & Thursdays Starts 9/19

QFRC October 2024 Event Calendar

The Quincy Family Resource Center is available to support you, offering individual support for families, referrals for services, assessments, and groups in person or on Zoom. If you need any assistance, please contact Jackie Walorz at 617-481-7227 x166 or email jwalorz@baystatecs.org Any schedule changes will be posted on our website and social media pages.

QFRC Monday-Friday Hours of Operation

Monday 9am-5pm

Tuesday 9am-7:30pm

Wednesday 10am-6pm

Thursday 9am-7:30pm

Friday 9am-5pm

2nd & 4th Saturday of the Month: 9am-12pm

Wednesday, October 23, 2024

4:30 - 6:00 pm

Via Zoom

USE QR CODE ON FLYER TO REGISTER

Are you a new or returning student heading into the 2024-2025 year of college and need assistance with The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)?

Join the QFRC's FAFSA application Workshop for tips and tricks on completing the application.

Questions and/or assistance filling out the FAFSA Form, contact Jackie Walorz at jwalorz@baystatecs.org or 617-481-7227, x-166

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Teen Self Portraits

September 30, 2024

6:00 - 7:00 pm

Grades 7 - 12

Register Online

Repurpose Old Jigsaw Puzzle Pieces into Seasonal Artwork

September 30, 2024

6:00 - 7:00 pm

Grades 6 - 12

REGISTER ONLINE

Fall Movie Night

Grades 7 - 12

October 9, 2024

6:00 - 8:00 pm*

* End time will vary depending on movie selection

Choice of movies include:

• Haunting in Venice
• The Nightmare Before Christmas
• Hocus Pocus
• Ghostbusters

REGISTER ONLINE

Grades 6 - 12

October 12, 2024

5:00 - 7:00 PM

Fogg Library | 1 Columbian Street | Weymouth | MA | 02190

REGISTER ONLINE

Is Fogg haunted? -Let’s find out!- *Join paranormal investigator Christie Parrish, & our friends at the Weymouth Teen Center for a spooky night of after hours fun.

Grades 6 -12
October 31, 2024

2:30 - 4:30 pm

Fogg Library | 1 Columbian Street | Weymouth | MA | 02190

REGISTER ONLINE

September Teen Events

October Teen Events

Chapman Middle School Coat Collection

October 1, 2024 - January 5, 2025

Donate warm winter coats for children and adults. (Coats only please)

All sizes welcome!

Click Here for Flyer

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Fall 2024 Job Fair - 40+ Employers

Wednesday, October 23, 2024

1:00 - 3:00 pm

Ryan's Family Amusements | 1775 Washington Street | Hanover | MA | 02339

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ON JOBQUEST

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Questions? Contact Amy Clough at aclough@masshiress.com or 617-745-4066

Saturday, October 26, 2024

4:00 - 7:00 pm

Weymouth High School, 1 Wildcat Way, Weymouth, MA 02190

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Food Trucks | Live Music | Fun for all ages

Musical Guest: The Wolf Pack

All Papa Gino's in Weymouth will donate 20% of sales when flyer is presented

Thursday, November 7, 2024

4:00 - 10:30 pm

• 770 Washington Street | Weymouth | MA | 02189
• 532 Pond Street | Weymouth | MA | 02190
• 765 Bridge Street | Weymouth | MA | 02191

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Join us in celebrating our Veterans!

Monday, November 11, 2024

Parade Start: 10:15 am

Ceremony Start: 11:00 am

Ralph Talbot Amphitheater at Weymouth Town Hall, 75 Middle Street, Weymouth, MA 02189

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All Welcome!

10:00 am - 1:00 pm

One Sunday per month

November 24 | December 15

Weymouth High School, 1 Wildcat Way, Weymouth, MA 02190

1/12 | 2/9 | 3/9 | 4/13

Chapman Middle School, 1051 Commercial Street. Weymouth, MA 02189

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December 10, 2024

11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Dave's Hot Chicken | 30 Forbes Road | Braintree | MA | 02184

20% of proceeds to benefit WHS DECA to defray costs of district and/or state conferences

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Friday, January 10, 2025

6:00 pm

Chapman Middle School, Auditorium, 1051 Commercial Street, Weymouth, MA 02189

$5.00 per person | Refreshments will be available for sale

A fascinating show for kids and family! As the STEP Team continues to evolve in our middle and high schools, we want you all to be a part of this amazing event with multiple communities.

It is the responsibility of the Weymouth Public Schools to identify any child ages 3-22

years who may have a disability who is either a resident of Weymouth or who attends a

private school within the geographic boundaries of Weymouth even if the student is

not a resident of Weymouth. This also includes students who are homeschooled.

If you suspect that your child may need an evaluation to determine eligibility for

special education services, you may request an evaluation, at no cost.

For more information about evaluation, eligibility, and services

contact the WPS Special Education Department at 781-335-1460 x20316

Letter from Margaret Verlicco, Psy. D., Executive Director of Student Services

Child Find Flyer 24-25

2024-2025 CPR Certification Courses at Weymouth High School

Registration Now Available

Click Here to Register: https://bit.ly/3VDgK3j

Click Here for CRP Certification Community Member Payment Form: https://bit.ly/3yX3v4z

Click Here for Printable Flyer: https://bit.ly/4aVvnTU

Please feel free to print this flyer and share / post with your organization

CLICK HERE FOR COURSE DESCRIPTION

CLICK HERE FOR PSA VIDEO

Get Certified...Be Prepared to Save a Life!

The life you save could be someone you love!

Various Dates Available

2:30 - 6:30 pm

at Weymouth High School

1 Wildcat Way, Weymouth, MA 02190

Enter through Door #13 (handicapped accessible) or Door #14 (across from the tennis courts)

Ages 14 and up

Open to the Community

Certification is FREE to Students, WPS and Town of Weymouth Staff

There is a $17.50 Fee to Community Members

Check or Money Order Accepted - Payable to: Weymouth Fire Department

Print Community Member Payment Form and send with payment to Marie O'Leary, WFD

Taking the CPR Class and/or assisting with set/up, etc. are pre-approved WHS Community Service Opportunity(s)

Please honor your commitment!

Special Thanks to the Weymouth Fire Department

for their continued commitment to the safety of Weymouth!

Space is limited.

The Weymouth Fire Department is pleased to announced they've begun using Community Connect, a secure and easy to use platform that allows you to share critical information about your household that will aid first responders and emergency response personnel when responding to your residence, and encourage residents to sign-up for the service at no cost.

Community Connect allows residents to provide critical property and occupant information to Weymouth Fire that they can access at time of response, leading to better outcomes in case of fire or medical emergency. Some examples of information you can provide include who lives at your residence, information about your pet(s), details regarding functional needs like mobility, and more. All data is safe and only available to first responders at the time of emergency, and Community Connect utilizes the same data security and encryption standards found in online banking.

Sign up for Community Connect here: communityconnect.io/info/ma-weymouth

Certification Programs | Civil Service/Federal | Colleges/Universities | Employment | Military | Trades
Unique Needs | Apprenticeships | Co-op Employment | Internships | Job Shadows

Complete your diploma requirements ~ the path to your diploma and jump start your future!

Click Here to Register: https://forms.gle/XEktcsq7wbmwRvfTA

ORIENTATION: Tuesday, September 24, 2024

6:30 - 7:30 pm

Weymouth High School, 1 Wildcat Way, Weymouth, MA 02190

Enter through Door #13 (elevator accessible) or Door #14 (across from the tennis courts)

First night of Classes: Tuesday, October 1, 2024

• Ages 16+
• Provide Transcripts
• 15 Week Semester
• MCAS Testing
  
• $275 for Weymouth Residents
• $335 Non-Weymouth Residents (subject to change)

Questions? Contact Thomas Sheehan at thomas.sheehan@weymouthschools.org

Automotive Technology Work Request

WHS CTE Automotive is accepting repair jobs! Submit your work request for consideration. The Teachers will review the request and then schedule an appointment if your request can be accomodated.

• Per DESE guidelines, we are unable to service any vehicle over 10 years old
• Payment is expected upon completion of service (at pick-up)
• Teachers will provide an estimate and update costs prior to and during the service (if it increases)
• Please remember that this is a teaching environment. While a completion time/date will be given, there may be circumstances beyond our control that may delay progress. These may include, but are not limited to, supply change chain challenges in receive parts.

Weymouth Public Schools is pleased to announce that Chesna Soccer Jamboree has generously donated $20,000 to provide free gate admission for all Weymouth Public Schools students attending athletic home games. This donation allows students to enjoy various sports events throughout the school year, fostering a sense of community and school spirit.

To benefit from this initiative:

1. Present your student ID at the gate. Your ID is required for admission to all home games.

2. Middle School students must be accompanied by an adult. Attendance at athletic events is a fantastic opportunity to share a memorable experience with family members and friends.

We appreciate Chesna Soccer Jamboree's generosity and look forward to seeing our students showing their support for our athletes at home games.

* Does not apply to away games

** Does not apply to MIAA Tournament Games

SEPAC is an all-volunteer town-winde group of parents and caregivers of students with special education needs. SEPAC has collaborated with Weymouth Public Schools Administration, Weymouth School Committee, Town-Wide Parent Council, School Parent Councils, Community Groups and leaders and Building Administrators to promote equal access to educational opportunities, exchange ideas, and share solutions to both complex and challenging issues facing all children in our schools and community. SEPAC is different than a PTO/PTA while those groups main focus is fundraising, SEPAC is a mandated group with a main focus on advocacy.

Click Here for More Information: English | Portuguese | Spanish | Arabic

2024-2025 Meeting Dates Information will be updated as it becomes available

9.17.24 10.15.24 11.19.24 12.17.24 1.21.25 3.18.25 5.20.25 6.17.24

SEPAC 24/25 Flyer: https://qrc.is/4QS

SEPAC Portuguese Flyer: https://qrc.is/4QQ

SEPAC Spanish Flyer: https://qrc.is/4QP

SEPAC Arabic Flyer: https://qrc.is/4QR

Meetings will be held at 7:00 pm via virtual and/or Hybrid

Weymouth High School CTE Co-op Employer Opportunities

Now Accepting Registrations!

Weymouth High School has Career Technical Education (CTE) students who would make a wonderful addition to your team.

By filling out this form, your job will be shared with Weymouth High School teachers, students and Samuel M. DePina, our Director of Career Technical Education & Cooperative Education.

Co-operative Job Opportunities provide students with practical skills and knowledge in various fields.

Weymouth High School is a comprehensive school offering a ten program Career and Technical Education Department including Allied Health, Automotive Technology, Construction Technology, Cosmetology, Culinary Arts, Drafting and Design Technology, Early Childhood Education, Graphic Communication, Information Technology, and Metal Fabrication. All ten programs are approved by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and as such, are closely monitored by the DESE.

Questions?

Samuel M. DePina

Director of Career Technical Education & Cooperative Education

CTE Office: Gold, Room 2032 | Weymouth High School

781-337-7500 x 25203 | (617) 840-9008

Schedule a Meeting with Mr. DePina

89 Middle Street

East Weymouth, Mass 02189

https://sites.google.com/weymouthps.org/weymouth-cfce/home

Donna Brodeur Supervisor

donna.brodeur@weymouthps.org
781-335-1460, x-28325

Ann Marie Moore Program Facilitator
annmarie.moore@weymouthps.org

781-335-1460, x-28325

The Weymouth Child Family Community Center and its affiliated programs are funded by the Coordinated Family and Community Engagement (CFCE) grant from the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care and is administered by Weymouth Public Schools

Our mission is to provide support for families and children from birth to school age. We provide access to comprehensive services, child development information (ASQ) and educational opportunities to support your role as your child’s first teacher.

Weymouth CFCE Strengthens the Community by Strengthening Families

• Strength-based family education.

• Families are their child’s first and best advocate.

• Information about resources such as your local child care resource and referral agency or MA 211.

• Information about resources such as WIC, housing, food pantries, local education and care options.

There are 5 main goals of the CFCE program:

• Increase knowledge of and accessibility to high-quality early education and care programs and services for families with children prenatal through school age.

• Promote parent education, family engagement and early literacy.

• Facilitate collaboration and community planning between local and early education and care partners and other community stakeholders, including parents.

• Provide support and information to families with children transitioning between and among early education and care settings, home and school.

• Support early education and care programs across the public and private sectors in delivering high-quality services.

* Funded by the Weymouth Child Community Engagement Grant

Registration is underway for our 2024-2025 year. We want to remind all of our returning Weymouth families as well as any new community members who wish to join the WCFCC that everyone is required to complete a registration form each year.

You can find our registration form below or on our website under the Contact Tab.

If you are downloading your registration form from our website here is how you can submit your registration form.

• You can drop it off at the Family Engagement Center (at the old Abigail Adams School Building) 89 Middle St. East Weymouth, MA 02189
• You can scan and email it to Donna Brodeur @ donna.brodeur@weymouthps.org
• Or you can turn it in at the first program that you choose to attend.

The WCFCC registration is a rolling registration and forms are available throughout the year at all of our programs. If you have any questions or are in need of any assistance contact: Donna Brodeur @ 781-335-1460 Ext. 28325 or donna.brodeur@weymouthps.org

Registration Form

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QO4vCIEhV7Ew8_ifZfRzQ_gTvdDrPbkT/view?usp=drive_link

All Welcome!

VISIT TEXTILE RECYCLING HUB FOR MORE INFORMATION

Massachusetts has added textiles to the waste bans, which means new state rules require textiles be kept out of the trash so they can be recycled or donated for use. Textiles should not be placed in your curbside recycling cart as they damage the sorting equipment at the recycling centers.

So you might ask, " if we don’t put textiles in the trash or our recycle bins, what are we supposed to do?"

WPS and Bay State Textiles are launching the Textile Recycling Corporate Citizen Initiative.

A Textile Recycling Corporate Citizen agrees to host one or more Bay State Textiles recycling bin(s) at their location that will benefit the Weymouth Public Schools.

SEPTEMBER 2024 UPDATE

RECOGNIZE A SPECIAL WPS EMPLOYEE!

Share some kind words!

Be the reason someone smiles today!

https://bit.ly/3u8G94F

Help us celebrate the employees of the Weymouth Public Schools!

​Recognize a Teacher, Staff Member, Custodian, Cafeteria Worker, Nurse, Secretary

or anyone employed by the Weymouth Public Schools!

Who can submit?

Students, Parents/Guardians, Staff and Community Members

Submit a letter, poem, picture, drawing, or video ~ Be creative!

Submit Kind Words Here: https://bit.ly/2QJRf1t

Special Feature!

Enjoy the efforts of Bryan Duane to bring you the

WPS Alumni Museum

Weymouth's History on Display

Located at Weymouth High School
Mary Jo Livingstone Humanities Center

1 Wildcat Way, Weymouth, MA 02190