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Panther Pride Times
April 26, 2024
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Family Math and Snack Night: Thank you!
We are so grateful for the participation of the many Potter Road families who joined us for our Math and Snack Night! Students, families, and staff enjoyed a night of learning and fun. A special thank you to the Potter Road staff members and caregivers who volunteered to help run activities, and to the PTO and families for providing snacks.
Potter Road Evacuation Drill: April 30th
Dear Potter Road Parents and Caregivers,
As previously shared, this year we are introducing safety training lessons and drills for staff and students. These trainings were created in partnership and collaboration between the Departments of Health and Wellness and Department of Safety and Security, with valuable input from the Department of Special Education.
This Tuesday, April 30, 2024, Potter Road students and staff will be participating in an evacuation drill.
We wanted to share with you some information regarding the drill for your knowledge and for if you would like to talk to your child about it.
On the day of the drill the following will happen…
*Administration will tell students during morning announcements that there will be a practice evacuation drill and that teachers will tell them how and where to go after leaving the building.
*When it is time for the drill admin or support staff will say over loudspeaker…
“We are going to practice our evacuation drill. We are going to pretend there is an emergency in… ( location is school choice ex: outside library/ cafeteria).
This is just pretend. We don’t evacuate the same way as a fire drill, teachers will tell you where to go.
*During drill teachers follow evacuation procedures as outlined in the lesson.
*Once drill is done, Admin call all classes back in and announces the drill is over.
Potter Road students have been given the evacuation lesson previously. This and all safety lessons were created to be developmentally appropriate and trauma informed using resources from Safe and Sound Schools. Our focus is to ensure that students understand safety procedures, know that adults are there to help them, but not to have in depth conversations about potential emergencies.
Family Resources:
We encourage you to discuss safety topics with your child at home to ensure they have the knowledge and skills needed to navigate potential emergencies. Here are some resources that you may find helpful:
Sesame School: School Safety Drills (English and Spanish)
Healthy Children.Org What Parents Need to Know (English and Spanish)
National Association of School Psychologists (English/ Spanish/ Portuguese)
Thank you,
Potter Road Administration
Save the Date!
April 29th: Grade 3 Math MCAS Session #1
May 1st: Grade 3 Math MCAS Session #2
May 2nd: No School~Professional Development Day for all Staff
May 6th: Grade 5 Math MCAS Session #1
May 8th: Grade 5 Math MCAS Session #2
May 9th: Early Release~Professional Development for all Staff
May 10th: Grade 4 Math MCAS Session #1
May 13th: Grade 4 Math MCAS Session #2
May 14th: Grades K-2 Spring Concert 6:30 p.m.
May 15th: Grade 5 STE MCAS Session #1
Grade 3-5 Spring Concert 6:30 p.m.
May 16th: Early Release for Parent/Teacher Conferences
May 17th: Grade 5 STE MCAS Session #2
Spring Fling Event 6:30 p.m.
May 22nd: Panther Ultimate Challenge
May 23rd: Grade 1 Field Trip
May 27th: No School in Observance of Memorial Day
May 31st: Grades K and 5 Field Trips
Spring Concert Information
Information for the upcoming spring concerts is attached below!
Spring Fling: May 17th
Please click on the link below to access information about Potter Road's upcoming Spring Fling event!
Lunch Menu
Please click on the picture to access the lunch menu.
Bus Route Information
Please click on the picture to access the bus routes.
School Hours
School Begins: 9:05am
School Dismissal: 3:20pm
Early Release Dismissal: 12:55pm (lunch is served)
Half-Day Dismissal: 12:20pm (lunch is not served)
Note: Vehicles are prohibited from entering the school grounds between 9:00 AM - 9:25 AM and 3:00 PM - 3:25 PM to allow for the safe arrival and departure of buses and students.