Hello Rodman Families,
We had a FANTASTIC first week! There were many hands in making this a phenomenal start. Thank you CPS staff and families for all your efforts!
You may have seen bulletin boards around the school highlighting your child's "Bulldog Beginnings" here in Canton Public School (Make sure you find your child's name!). In Canton Public Schools, our vision encompasses the whole child including, but not limited to, academic, social emotional, and community growth. To highlight this focus, you will find within our hallways "Puppy Pathways" the Rodman Preschool will follow throughout this school year to support all aspects of learning. What pathway will you take today!?
Graphic design credit for our bulldog puppy goes to Scott Robinson. Thank you, Scott!
Warm regards,
Shelley Needle, MS, BCBA, LABA
Early Childhood Director
Pronouns: she, her, hers
Canton Public Schools
781-821-5060 X 1505
Anna Russo - NEW Team Chair - Introduction
It is with great pleasure that I introduce Anna Russo as a new member of administration at Rodman Preschool holding the position of both Team Chair & School Psychologist. Anna has been a valuable member of the Rodman team the past several years and we are so thrilled to have her take on this very important role. Anna will be supporting families that are in the initial evaluation process, as well as students currently on IEPs.
Here is a word from Ms. Russo:
Hi Rodman Families,
I am excited to work with all of our Rodman students and families in my role as Team Chair/School Psychologist! This is my sixth year here at the Rodman, and I absolutely love working here. This school truly is a special place with a wonderful sense of community. My goal in taking on the team chair role is to help guide our families through all of the ins and outs of special education. I promise to always listen and hope to help demystify an often confusing and emotional process. Additionally, I continue to be passionate about building the social emotional skills of our students and continue to be available to consult with parents about any issues that may arise. Please feel free to contact me with any questions. I'm looking forward to a great year!
Anna Russo, Ed.S.
Team Chair/School Psychologist
781-821-5060 x1513
Rodman CAPT - Welcome
The Rodman CAPT (Canton Assoc. Parents and Teachers) would like to welcome you to the 2024-2025 school year. We support and sponsor fun, family friendly activities throughout the year.
Please fill out this Google Form to opt-in for email updates, information about events, and opportunities to help out throughout the year.
Our first meeting will be held virtually on Thursday, September 19th at 12pm (link to come). We hope to see you there!
Contact us at rodman.prek.capt@gmail.com.
Nurse's Note
Hello Rodman families!
I’m so excited to see our returning students and to meet our new friends very soon. Everyone knows me as Nurse Bailey and I am here to support you and your child in any way I can so that they are healthy and ready to learn and play in preschool.
It is so important that you communicate any updates to your child’s health to me. I can be reached by phone: 781-821-5060 ext 1508 or by email: hewitb@cantonma.org and will respond as quickly as possible.
WHEN SHOULD YOUR CHILD STAY HOME FROM SCHOOL?
Keep your child home if he/she/they:
Has evidence of a newly developed cold (runny, stuffy nose, coughing, sneezing). The greatest period of contagion is the first 2-3 days after onset of symptoms
Has Covid-19 or Covid-19 symptoms
Has the flu or flu symptoms
Has an elevated temperature, 100° (degrees) or above within the past 24 hours. Please remember that prior to returning to school, your student’s temperature should remain within a normal range (97.0-99.9) for 24 hours - without the use of fever-reducing medication.
Has a suspicious rash
Has pain or discharge from eye(s) or ear(s)
Has had an upset stomach, vomiting or diarrhea within the past 24 hours
Has a contagious disease (i.e. strep throat, tonsillitis, bronchitis, conjunctivitis, etc.) until they has been seen and treated by a doctor with at least 24 - 48 hours of treatment, is fever free for 24 hours, and feels well enough to be able to participate in school activities
Please reach out to me with any questions or concerns any time. Thank you and I look forward to a year filled with good health!
All the best,
Nurse Bailey
To report your child absent, tardy, or leaving school early, please include the following three people in your email:
Susan Crespi, Administrative Assistant, at crespis@cantonma.org
Nurse Bailey at hewitb@cantonma.org and
Your child’s classroom teacher
Please email by 9:15am and also include a reason for your child’s absence.
To reach Susan Crespi, please call 781-821-5060 X1503
PowerSchool
We're excited to enhance our communication with you through Powerschool, our new portal for student information. To access your child's academic progress, attendance records, and more, please visit the PowerSchool Parent/Guardian sign in page. If you need to request your credentials to set up an account for the Powerschool Parent Portal, please submit a request here.
In addition to the portal, we're introducing a convenient text messaging feature to keep you updated on important school announcements. To opt in, simply text Y or yes to 67587.
Thank you for your partnership in your child's education!
