Weekly nEWSletter

Greetings, Eames Way Families!

We were all very excited to meet our newest members of the EWS Community at our first day of Kindergarten Screening this week! Our current kindergarteners enjoyed recalling memories of their first moments in Eames Way last spring -- time flies when we're having fun!

On Wednesday we were also thrilled to celebrate thirteen more Eames Way students and the ways they have helped to build a culture of trustworthiness in our school. These exemplary students joined me for a very special lunch group and received Principal Awards for the month of April! The theme for the month of May is citizenship and we couldn't be more proud of how our students routinely demonstrate care, compassion, and pride for our school and the greater Marshfield Community.

On Thursday, the talented Mrs. Hahn and two of our fifth grade student leaders (Brandon Drosopoulos and Reid Eonas) presented the country of Greece at another edition of Lunch Around the World! There was music, dancing, discussion of Greece's contributions to modern society, and a lot of smiles! Our students did a fantastic job presenting to both lunches and we are so grateful to Mrs. Hahn, Reid, and Brandon for teaching us about Greek culture!

Enjoy the rest of this week's newsletter and make sure to check our Dates and Events to Remember section for other great happenings at Eames Way this month!

With Best Wishes,

Ms. Bishop, Principal

Start Time: 8:50 AM

Dismissal:

• 3:30 PM - Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday
• 1:15 PM - Wednesday (early dismissal every week)

Click here for the 2023-2024 Marshfield Public Schools Academic Calendar

Website: mpsd.org
Location: 165 Eames Way, Marshfield, MA, USA
Phone: (781) 834-5090

MAY 2024

• Monday, 5/13: MCAS STE, Grade 5
  
• Monday, 5/13: EWS School Council Meeting, 4:45 pm
• Tuesday, 5/14: Field Trip, Grade 1, Blake Planetarium
• Tuesday, 5/14: MCAS STE, Grade 5 (Pilot Assessment)
• Wednesday, 5/15: PTO Sweetheart Dance, 5:00-7:00 pm at EWS Dining Hall
• Friday, 5/17: Field Trip, Grade 2, Roger Williams Zoo
• Friday, 5/17: NRSRW Water Presentation, Grade 5, 9:45-11:45 am at EWS Dining Hall
• Monday, 5/20: Field Trip, Grade 3, Winslow House and Daniel Webster Estate
• Tuesday, 5/21: Neurodiversity Acceptance Fair, 9:15-12:00 pm at EWS Gym
• Wednesday, 5/22: PTO Fun Fest, Grade 5, 5:00-7:00 pm at EWS Dining Hall
• Thursday, 5/23: Author's Tea, Grade 1 (Tate), 2:00-3:00 pm at EWS Dining Hall
• Friday, 5/24: Poetry Festival, Grade 3, 2:00-3:30 pm at EWS Dining Hall
• Monday, 5/27: No School, Memorial Day
• Tuesday, 5/28: Field Trip, Kindergarten, Sauchuk Farm
• Tuesday, 5/28: Author's Tea, Grade 1 (Violissi), 10:00-11:30 am at EWS Dining Hall
  
• Wednesday, 5/29: Spring Celebration of the Arts
• 4:00-6:00 pm - Art Show (Grades K-5)
• 6:00 pm - Concert (Strings/Band in Grades 4-5 and Grade 5 Chorus)
• Thursday, 5/30: FBMS Visit at EWS, Grade 5, 10:15 am
• Thursday, 5/30: Pinewood Derby, 1:45-3:00 pm at EWS Dining Hall (Students Only)
• Friday, 5/31: Field Trip, Grade 4, Heritage Museum and Gardens

Eames Way PTO BOOST information and link:

https://eamesway.ptboard.com/formvw?store=4382&form=1

PickUp Patrol is an app used by our families to notify EWS about attendance, including when your student will be absent, arriving late or leaving early, as well as dismissal plan changes. Thank you for your cooperation in helping us implement our new system!

If you have any questions, please first check the PUP Parent Guide. If you still need help, contact the EWS Front Office (781-834-5090 or vquigley@mpsd.org) or PickUp Patrol at support@pickuppatrol.net.

Every three years our parent/guardian CORI forms need to be updated in order to volunteer at school events or in the classroom. This year marks the beginning of a three year term, so every parent/guardian that would like to volunteer needs to complete a new form this year (even if you have been approved in the past).

Please click here for the form and submit by bringing this to the front office with your license. You do have the option to have the form notarized and sent in with a copy of your license if you cannot come to the school.

Please check your email for your credentials. All families can contact aspen@mpsd.org if you have any questions accessing the parent portal.

Click here for instructions on our Aspen portal

Click here to access the Aspen portal login on the district homepage.

Seasonal allergies (hay fever or seasonal allergic rhinitis):

• Occur when outdoor molds release their spores or trees, grasses and weeds release tiny pollen particles into the air

• Usually develop by 10 years of age

• The immune system releases histamine into the bloodstream to defend against these allergens and the release of these chemicals are what causes the symptoms

Treatment of allergies: No real cure for seasonal allergies, but it is possible to relieve symptoms

• Reducing or eliminating exposure to allergens- keep windows closed, use air conditioning if possible and change your air filter often

• Remove shoes at the door to avoid tracking allergens to the rest of the house

• Wash hands and face after being outside and try to avoid touching your face

• Rinse off in the shower or tub before bed

• Change pillow cases often during allergy season

• If reducing exposure to allergens isn’t possible or is ineffective reach out to your primary care provider about available medication options(non-drowsy antihistamines, nasal sprays and eye drops)

Reminders as the weather changes

• Hydration: Please be sure your child brings a water bottle to school each day-preferably one that is easily refillable at our refill stations.

• Snacks: Please remember to send in a healthy snack for your child everyday.

• Clothing: Have children dress in layers-the building can become quite warm, and children can overheat very easily.

• Sun safety: Sunscreen must be applied at home before coming to school.

• Tick safety: There has been an increase in the prevalence of ticks. Parents should frequently check their children for ticks, especially around the ankles, legs, and head region after coming inside from any outdoor activities.

Attention fifth grade parents

Postural screening(“scoliosis screening”) will be taking place during Physical Education class on 5/9/24. The Department of Public Health guidelines mandate that students in grades 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9 are screened annually for scoliosis. A letter was sent out in backpacks today to 5th grade parents. If you would like your child to opt out of this screening, please send the opt out portion of the letter back to school or send an email to Nurse White at awhite@mpsd.org.

Attention fourth grade parents

Letters were sent out to all fourth grade parents and guardians if an updated physical exam is still needed. You can send the updated physical form in your child’s backpack, email it to Nurse White at awhite@mpsd.org, or ask the pediatrician to fax the most recent physical to 339-244-2475. Thank you!

Before and After School Enrollment is open for families!

For More Information, Please Contact:

Boys and Girls Club of Marshfield

Phone: (781) 834-2582

Email: membership@bgcmarshield.com

https//www.bgcmarshfield.org