Marsh Newsletter
January 24, 2025
Upcoming Dates...
Tuesday- Polished Dental (students need advanced sign-up)
Wednesday- PTO Mexico Lindo Fundraiser
Wednesday- Academic Bowl at the Tenney from 9-11- Families welcome to join at the Tenney
Friday- US Club Photos for the Yearbook
From the Counseling Department
Please see attached announcement from the MPS Counseling Department.
Attention Gr 7 & 8 Families- MHS Open House- Thurs. Feb. 6, 2025 5:30-7:00pm
In October, a group of MHS students and staff made a roadshow presentation at all 4 grammar schools to promote Methuen High School as a destination school. After an outpouring of requests from parents to see the presentation, we are happy to present the MHS roadshow presentation to families of all 7th and 8th grade prospective MHS students. We hope that you will join us in our schools auditorium as we present all that we have to offer at Methuen High School. Afterwards enjoy a tour of the building by one of our current students and/or enjoy a Methuen High School athletic event free of admissions charge. We look forward to seeing everyone on February 6.
US Yearbooks
There is still time to purchase a 2024-2025 yearbook. Order before April 1 to ensure free shipping. The deadline for custom pages is March 31. Click here for more information.
To order: https://www.treering.com/?PassCode=%20101413398209202
Attention Grade 8 Families
Please submit 1 - 3 photos of your current eighth-grader from their younger years (Pre-K through Grade 5). Photos can include your child and/or classmates/friends (as long as they attend the Marsh).
Some ideas for photos: classroom celebrations, field trips, after school activities, Marsh sponsored events, Methuen sponsored events, sporting events/hobbies . . .
Deadline to submit photos: January 31
To share photos, email Mrs. DeFusco at aadefusco@methuen.k12.ma. us
The Methuen Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC)
The Methuen Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) warmly invites you to join today! We are dedicated volunteers committed to supporting families of students with special needs. Connect with us for valuable resources and support.
Right now, we're excited to partner with our amazing PTOs to enhance and foster inclusivity at our school events. We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers from each school to join our mission! Your involvement can truly make a difference in fostering a welcoming environment for all families.
If you are interested in volunteering or would like more information, please reach out to us at:
Email: methuensepac@gmail.com
Together, we can create a supportive community for all students and their families!
Methuen SEPAC
Special Education Parent Advisory Council
(978) 291-8258
Collective Bargaining
The Methuen School Committee is actively bargaining with the Methuen Education Association for Unit A (teachers) and Unit C (program assistants). In an effort to be transparent about the process and information being shared, there is a link on the MPS website titled collective bargaining updates. Methuen School Committee values all MPS educators and the need for fair and equitable contracts while working within the constraints of the MPS operating budget.
Volunteers WANTED
We are excited to announce that we are working towards unveiling our newly renovated library. Students will be able to check-out books on a rotating basis. We are seeking volunteers for student check-out and book shelving. A current CORI is required. Please reach out to me directly if you are interested. Any and all help is welcome and appreciated!
We are also seeking volunteers to help with photocopying and material prep for our teachers. If you are interested, please email me. A current CORI is also required.
We appreciate your collaboration and support!
MPS Backpack Program
As you may know, the district runs a "Backpack Program" for students/families who are in need of extra food each week. This program relies heavily on donations from our community. If you would like to make a donation, please check out the Amazon wishlist. Donations can be dropped off at Central Office or here at the Marsh! We appreciate your support!
Parent Pick-Up/Drop-Off
All families need a “parent pick-up number” if you are planning to pick-up your child from school. If you have yours from last year, it will remain the same. If you are new to the school, please email Ms. Ramos, Lower School Secretary, or Ms. Rodriguez, Upper School Secretary, for a number.
*Please post your parent pick-up number in the passenger side window.*
Please remember during parent pick-up/drop off to pull all the way up to the end of the sidewalk so that we can keep the cars moving and reduce wait time. As it is a live traffic area, parents/families should remain in the car and students should exit/enter the passenger side door. As you wait in the parent pick-up line, please make two lines in front of the church. We want to ensure student safety, most importantly, but also efficiency! Thank you for your help!
From the PTO...
We are fortunate to have a very active PTO who are always looking for volunteers…we appreciate any and all help. Remember you put the P in PTO!! Check out their Facebook @Marsh PTO or click on the Marsh PTO on our website. Our first General Meeting is Wednesday, March 19 at 6 pm in the Marsh auditorium. We hope you can join us!
As always, please feel free to call the school with any questions or concerns.
Sincerely,
Ms. Gordon