Dear Winthrop Families,

We are truly grateful for your incredible generosity this holiday season. Thanks to your thoughtful contributions, we raised over $1,100 for Ipswich Caring. Your kindness and support will make a meaningful difference to families in need within our community, providing them with much-needed assistance during this time of year and beyond.

The spirit of giving is alive and well at Winthrop, and we are so thankful for all of you who chose to share in this important cause. Together, we are helping to brighten the holidays for many in Ipswich.

Wishing you all a joyous holiday season filled with warmth and love.

With sincere appreciation,
The Winthrop Staff

On Friday, December 20th all students are invited to wear their pj's to school to celebrate the last day before December vacation.

We have plenty of extra, new pajamas for any student who would like a pair. Please reach out to your child's teacher or Principal Sullivan if your child may need a new set and we will send them home (discreetly) ahead of time. We will also have plenty of extra new pj's ready for any student who may forget theirs on the 20th.

Participating in PJ day is optional. Comfy clothes and sweats are perfectly acceptable, too.

Thursday, December 19th: Grade 5 Workout, 8 AM in the Gym

Thursday, December 19th: Polished Dental Progam at Winthrop

Thursday. December 19th: Early Release PK @ 1:30, K-5 @ 1:50. Free Mobile Mart @ dismissal

Friday, December 20th: Schoolwide Pajama Day

Monday, December 23rd - Wednesday, January 1st: Winter Break

Thursday, January 2nd: Classes Resume

Please join us for our upcoming Integrated Preschool Information Night on January 16th at 6 PM. This evening will provide you with valuable details about the curriculum, enrollment, and the unique benefits of our preschool.

What is an Integrated Preschool?

The Ipswich Integrated Preschool offers a multi-age learning environment where children engage in play, exploration, and hands-on experiences. Our program is designed to meet the varied needs of children with diverse abilities and learning styles. By integrating both peer models and students with disabilities, we foster an inclusive setting that promotes social, academic, and language development.

Targeted areas of growth include social-emotional skills, literacy, math, science, fine and gross motor skills. A unique feature of our program is that preschoolers are integrated within the broader school community. They participate in weekly Art, Physical Education, Music, and Library classes, as well as school-wide Assemblies. This exposure to the larger school setting helps ensure a smooth transition to Kindergarten. If you have a child who will be 3 or 4 years old by September 1, 2025, and are interested in learning more, we invite you to attend our Information Night to explore our program further. Please see the flyer below and visit our Preschool website for additional details.

Winter Weather/Inclement Weather Procedures

In the event that we need to cancel, delay, or close school earlier than the regular dismissal time, we will make announcements on the following TV stations and send notifications via email and phone message. Additionally, a message will be posted on the school district’s Facebook account and the district website (www.ipsk12.net).

TV Stations:

• WBZ – Channel 4
• WCVB – Channel 5
• WFXT (Boston 25) – Channel 25

Delayed Openings

In the case of a delayed opening, schools will begin two hours later than usual, and buses will pick up two hours later than their normal times. The morning Extended Day Program (EDP) will also start two hours late.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

• Thursday, January 23rd- Grade 4 Show, 7:00 p.m.
• Tuesday, February 11th- Grade 3 Concert, 7:00 p.m.

Pleae see the flyer below

Happy holidays from the Green Team! What a productive start to the school year. We are excited to jump into even more sustainability initiatives in 2025!

HOTM Carrots

Last Friday students tried roasted carrots through the Harvest of the Month program and they DEVOURED them. See photos for proof!

Seed Sharing - Thursday, December 19, 2-3pm

Stop by the front lawn of Winthrop at dismissal this Thursday to take a packet of local, native seeds to plant at home. We have plenty to share!

Email: winthrop@ipsk12.net
Website: https://www.ipsk12.net/Domain/185
Location: 65 Central Street, Ipswich, MA, USA
Phone: 9783562976