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TPS District Newsletter

Tewksbury Public Schools

TPS DistrictNewsletterTewksbury Public Schools

May 2024

Message from the Superintendent

Dear TPS Community,


As we enter into this long holiday weekend, and as we say goodbye to May, I'd like to begin this newsletter by THANKING and showing our full APPRECIATION to all of you, as members of the Town of Tewksbury, for your support at the Monday, May 6th Town Meeting. You supported and approved the 2024-2025 school budget. You also supported using the town’s Stabilization Fund to make much-needed repairs and improvements within our school buildings. I have continuously found that our community shows their appreciation and support towards our schools, by making sure TPS has the resources needed to educate and care for the children of Tewksbury.


I’d also like to acknowledge all of our PACs and TPS supporters for their special show of appreciation throughout the month of May. You recognized our school principals, teachers, support staff, nurses, and school lunch heroes. Together with our School Committee, we also recognized and honored YOU for your dedication and commitment to our students. And, there simply are not enough words to truly thank the members of the Tewksbury community who came out last night to award over $185,000 in scholarships to our graduating seniors! It does take a whole village to make our schools a nurturing and wonderful place to be so our students can thrive. This TPS community is simply amazing in that way. THANK YOU!


For many, this long holiday weekend will be a time to enjoy parades and barbeques. Yet, as we begin the long holiday weekend, it’s also important to remember the fallen. Memorial Day is recognized this year on Monday, May 27, 2024, and is a solemn day that honors and acknowledges those who lost their lives while defending our country. My greatest appreciation and recognition goes out to those suffering from that loss while protecting the freedoms we all so deeply appreciate.


I wish our entire TPS community a restful and healthy long weekend.



Sincerely,

Brenda Theriault-Regan

SCHOOL DISTRICT NEWS

Krissy Polimeno Outstanding Educator Award & Ginsburg Family Award Winners

Congratulations are in order for our 2024 Krissy Polimeno Outstanding Educator Award winners!


Sra. Graça Dudley, a Spanish teacher, International Club advisor, and Seal of Biliteracy Coordinator at Tewksbury Memorial High School

and

Mrs. Sue Hogan, Special Education Case Manager at the Ryan School


Thank you for your dedication to the district and to enriching the lives of our students.


We also congratulate the 2024 Ginsburg Family Award winners:


Carolyn Gaglione, a parent and longstanding Chairperson with the TPS PACs, currently serving on the TMHS PAC

and

Corning Life Sciences, a scientific technology organization whose generous donations have supported STEM programs throughout the district.


All of our winners were recognized for their efforts by School Committee at their May 22nd meeting. You can watch these recognitions, as well as recognitions for several accomplished students within the district, via this link.

District Art Show

Tewksbury students displayed their incredible talents once again at the 2024 District Art Show on May 3rd and 4th! Congratulations to all of our participants on a job well done.


You can see the full list of winners and honorable mentions here.


Thank you to our Art teachers for facilitating another successful event this year!

All Night Long Senior Celebration
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED for All Night Long.

Plans for this year’s All Night Long Graduation Celebration are underway! The All Night

Long party begins at 10:00 pm on graduation night, Friday, June 7th and ends at 5:00 am on Saturday, June 8th. Your graduate must pre-register to attend! Please note that while ANL is part of senior week, it is not included in senior week activity fees, it is a separate event fee. You can access more information and the registration form here.

Please see the attached flyer for detailed information on why attendance matters and the actions the Tewksbury Public Schools will take regarding attendance.

Last Day of School & Summer Kickoff

The last day of the 2023-2024 will be an early release day on Friday, June 14th. After school, the Town of Tewksbury is holding its Summer Kickoff event at Livingston Park. Come join the fun!

The School Committee has created a website for the community to stay up to date on contract negotions. Please click the button above.

REMINDERS FROM PREVIOUS NEWSLETTERS

Summer Camp Opportunity for Students in Grades 5-12

UMASS Lowell is pleased to offer a STEM Summer Camp for students in grades 5-12. Please read the informational flyer for more details.

2024 - 2025 School Calendar
Please click this button to access the 24-25 school year calendar.
REMINDER: 2024 Tewksbury MCAS Testing Schedule Memo
Please click the button above for Tewksbury's MCAS testing scheduling and for some helpful links for parents.
NEW: 2024 Mass DPH Respiratory Illness Isolation and Exposure Guidance
Please click on the button for more information on respiratory illnesses and NEW guidelines at school.
School Closure, Cancellation, Delayed Opening & Early Dismissal Procedures
Please click the button above to review the procedures and communication tools we implement in the event of inclement weather or other unforeseen reasons.
Care Solace -- 24 Hour Mental Health and Substance Abuse Support
Please click the button above for more information and services on Care Solace.

Massachusetts Partnership for Youth - Parent Resources

We are pleased to share with you Massachusetts Partnership for Youth Parent Resources, which are as follows:

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Athletics and After-School Clubs: Sign-Up through Community Pass

All students should sign-up for Athletics and/or Clubs through Community Pass. Community Pass will automatically adjust fees for Family maximum amounts. If you have any questions, please contact your child's school.

TOWN of TEWKSBURY COMMUNITY NEWS

Tewksbury Pride Picnic
Tewksbury's Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee is holding a Pride Picnic at the Town Common on Sunday, June 2nd. Check out all of the details via the button above.
Tewksbury offering ADULT LGBTIA+ Support Group
The Town of Tewksbury will be holding Adult LGBTIA+ support group meetings at Town Hall on various dates throughout the year. Please find the details above.

Did you know that we have an App?

This App makes finding information about your child's school much easier. This FREE app is available on the Apple App store for iOS devices and Google Play store for Android devices. Check it out!

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Tewksbury Public Schools

Please visit our website for up to date announcements, helpful resources, school calendars and events.

Website: https://www.tewksbury.k12.ma.us/
Location: 139 Pleasant Street, Tewksbury, MA, USA
Phone: (978) 640-7800

Brenda Regan
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