WHS Juniors Preston O'Connell and MacKenzie Walsh were chosen by their fellow classmates as representatives at Student Government Day in April. Both students traveled to the State House and participated in simulated joint committee hearings and executive sessions on mock legislation. Congratulations to these students for representing Waltham High School!

This year's Waltham Grade 8 Civics Day is scheduled for Wednesday, May 31st. During this event, Waltham grade 8 students will present their work related to their non-partisan, student-led Civics projects to their classmates, teachers, parents and community leaders. Grade 8 Civics teachers will be sharing more information about the event soon. We hope that you will be able to join us to see all of the great work done by this next generation of civic leaders!

On Friday, April 14, 2023, Kennedy students participated in the 6th annual Health and Fitness Day. This day is designed to expose students at Kennedy Middle School to health resources in their community and reenergize their commitment to leading a healthy life. Students participate in a variety of events focused on healthy movement and activity. In addition, students hear from experts in the field about both physical and mental health. This day accomplishes the following goals: --Increasing interest in regular physical activity and healthy eating habits. --Connecting and familiarizing students with health resources in Waltham and surrounding communities --Providing students with valid and reliable health and wellness information in a safe and supportive environment From Zumba to rollerblading to mindfulness to pickle-ball and so much more, our students and staff had a wonderful experience. We are so grateful to the volunteers from the Waltham community who help make this day possible. And a special shoutout to Kennedy teacher Stacey Meehan for organizing this event!

ACCESS for ELLs is an English language proficiency test that measures students’ academic English language skills.

ACCESS scores will be released in late May and score reports will be sent home to families.

• Schools, school districts, and states use ACCESS for ELLs scores as they decide what English language support services to provide.

• Teachers use test scores as they decide how best to teach your child.

• You can use test scores to advocate for your child.

Children whose parent/legal guardian(s) are living in Waltham may enroll in Kindergarten with the Waltham Public Schools if they have reached 5 years of age on or before September 1, of the new school year.

Online registration for the 2023-2024 school year is available:

Instructions and registration information can be found at this link The communication for our 2023-24 Kindergarten Registration will be mailed out in January to families on our list of expected kindergarten students. If you do not receive this notice from our office, you are encouraged to contact us and confirm that your child is either on our list or needs to be added so that you will receive communications and mailings for Kindergarten registration.

Families wishing to participate in the Dual Language School lottery must notify the PIC at the time of registration. The Dual Language lottery will be held this month (date TBA) and to qualify you must submit all required documents. We look forward to welcoming your child and working with your family throughout the registration process.

New student registration for grades 1-12 begins in May. Please visit the Registration Page (https://www.walthampublicschools.org/o/wps/page/student-registration-information) for for more information on our online registration process or to reach out to our office for assistance. Please note: Incoming high school students that are cleared by the PIC over the summer months will be notified by the Guidance Department in August to create a schedule.

The WHS Health and Wellness Fair will be back on Friday, May 5 after missing a few years due to COVID. As part of this annual event, we host a blood drive through Children’s Hospital. The Blood Mobile will be on site at WHS on May 5th from 8 am - 2 pm. Please contact Heather Metallides, heathermetallides@walthampublicschools.org for further information.

Virtual Monthly Meetings for the remainder of the school year will be:

May 10, 2023

June 14, 2023

Meetings are from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. ZOOM LINK: https://walthamsepac.com/

The WSEPAC is a state mandated and supported advisory group comprised of parents, guardians, teachers and administrators working in partnership to promote an innovative environment where children with learning challenges have equal access to educational opportunities, while ensuring that our schools strive to improve educational outcomes for all children. Contact us at walthampac@gmail.com

For individuals and families of all ages

TOPICS: Eligibility, Transition, Self-Direction, Autism Supports, Deaf Services

WHEN: Wednesday, May 3rd 6:30 -8 pm

Registration link here:

http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07ejnda8cc82645209&llr=hjcuxexab&showPage=true

Questions? Contact Maria Stefano maria.stefano@mass.gov (781)314-7508

Please contact Maria by April 14, with accommodation requests

DDS Metro Region

Assistive Technology Fair

May 8, 2023

1-5pm

Click Here to Register for FREE

Location:

Boston Marriott Newton

2345 Commonwealth Ave.,

Newton, MA 02466

All are welcome!

Join us for an afternoon of visiting with Assistive

Technology vendors in the ballroom, participating

in demonstrations, attending presentations, and

learning about new technology to support independence.

Our goal is to provide resources, education, and technology

to community members, including individuals with disabilities,

family members, provider agency staff, state agency staff, and teachers.

This event is free to the public.

Please share this invitation

Questions?

Contact maria.stefano@mass.gov 781.314.7508

PLEASE JOIN US for a frank discussion with Laura Didier, a mother representing the nonprofit, Song for Charlie. Laura lost her son to a pill laced with Fentanyl in 2020. He was 17. Hear her talk about the opiod epidemic and fake pills.

Date: Tuesday, May 30th, 2023.

Time: 7 pm

Location: Waltham High School Auditorium

For more information, please contact Director of Health Services,Patricia McCaffrey, 781-314-5462 patriciamccaffrey@walthampublicschools.org

The City of Waltham is currently accepting applications for SCHOOL TRAFFIC SUPERVISORS. For more information visit the City of Waltham website or contact School Safety Officer Ann Frassica 781-314-3589 afrassica@police.waltham.ma.us