3 Tiger Drive

978-897-6700

Principal- Keith Kinney kkinney@maynard.k12.ma.us

Assistant Principal-David Snyder dsnyder@maynard.k12.ma.us

Administrative Assistant- Joanne Lochiatto jlochiatto@maynard.k12.ma.us

Administrative Assistant- Marie Roche mroche@maynard.k12.ma.us

As we approach the end of next week, we will be in the single digits as the school year countdown continues. There is still a lot to do, so please take a look at the calendar of events below.

On Tuesday and Wednesday of next week, it is my hope that we can get 100% of all grade 8 students to school for their final 2 MCAS (CIVICS) exams. There is very little time for makeup exams. Enjoy your weekend and thanks for your partnership!

All the Best

Keith

Our next SEPAC meeting date is Wednesday June 5th at 12pm.

SEPAC Monthly Board Meeting

Wednesday, June 5 · 12:00 – 1:00pm
Time zone: America/New_York
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/iyk-xjes-inr
Or dial: ‪(US) +1 413-961-2458‬ PIN: ‪183 252 533‬#

Saving for College

Would you like to get started with saving for college or would you like to learn more about it? Please check out these resources to get on track with planning for this future expense.

The Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority (MEFA) is hosting

Saving for College webinar on Tuesday May 28th at 12pm.

This webinar is for parents with children of all ages and will describe information and resources that families can use to put a college savings plan in place. MEFA will answer questions such as:

• Why and how much should I save for college?

• When and how should I start?

• What is the best way to save?

• How will saving affect college financial aid?

Sign up to learn how to prepare best for college costs. Live transcription will be available. MEFA records their webinars so a recording will be available after the webinar.

Estimate Future College Costs with the College Cost Projector

If you would like to get started right away follow these steps to open a 529 UFUND College Investing plan (managed by Fidelity-you can open a 529 in any state across the country however opening one in MA offers state tax advantages) :

1. Gather needed information

1. The account owner/You need

1. your Social Security number

2. date of birth

3. phone number

4. email address

5. legal/mailing address

2. For the child/beneficiary you'll need:

1. the name

2. date of birth

3. Social Security number

2. Apply by phone: (800) 544-2776 or

Apply online https://www.fidelity.com/529-plans/massachusetts

1. Click Open a 529 Account

2. Follow the instructions

1. Make it automatic

1. Set up automatic investments from a bank account- log back into your account 2 business days after the account is opened.

2. you'll need the account and routing numbers for the bank the money is coming from

MEFA Podcasts

Financial Advice on College, Debt, and Retirement

Saving for College with the UFUND

For those with newborns or newly adopted: $50 from the BabySteps Savings Plan

The BabySteps Savings Plan provides a $50 seed deposit into a U.Fund 529 College Investing Plan account for all Massachusetts residents in the 1st year they are born or adopted. Parents simply need to open a U.Fund account within a year of the child's birth or adoption to be eligible. https://www.mass.gov/babysteps

We're excited to announce the launch of a brand new resource library within the Fowler School Counseling Department! This valuable addition to our support system was made possible by a generous grant from the Maynard Education Foundation (MEF).

The library will provide counselors, teachers, and student support staff with a wide range of books and access to an online journal subscription on topics related to social-emotional learning (SEL), academic success, and personal growth. These resources cater to different learning styles and offer valuable guidance for navigating challenges and fostering personal growth. The Fowler School Counselors are excited to start utilizing these resources with students, both inside and outside of the classroom.

This initiative aligns well with our commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment where every Fowler School student can thrive. We believe the new resource library will empower educators with tools to help students to develop essential life skills and reach their full potential.

This program was made possible by funding from Maynard Education Foundation.

Thank you, MEF, for your continued support!"

he Open Table Food Pantry (www.opentable.org; 33 Main St, Maynard) is open on Tuesdays, 3:30 - 6:30 PM and Thursdays, 1 - 4:30 PM and offers free bags of groceries 1x/week. Open Table also allows families to pick up frozen meals for family members weekly.

The Maynard Food Pantry (www.maynardfoodpantry.com; 82 Main St., Maynard) is open on Mondays from 10 AM - 12 noon 1-2x/month

1. Adult and Youth Mobile Crisis Intervention: Call 800-640-5432

2. Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org/chat

3. Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741

4. Massachusetts Substance Use Helpline: Call 800-327-5050 or visit helplinema.org

5. OUT Metrowest for LGBTQ Youth: Call 508-875-2122 or visit outmetrowest.org

6. Trevor Lifeline for LGBTQ Youth: Call 866-488-7386, text START to 678678, or visit thetrevorproject.org

7. Planned Parenthood: Call 888-258-4448 or visit plannedparenthood.org

8. National Domestic Violence Hotline: Call 800-799-7233, text LOVEIS to 22522, or visit thehotline.org

9. Eating Disorder Hotline: Call 800-931-2237, or visit nationaleatingdisorder.org

10. Seize the Awkward: text SEIZE to 741741, or visit seizetheawkward.org

ELPAC (English Learner Parent Advisory Council) Resources

SEPAC (Special Education Parent Advisory Council) Resources

Interested in learning more about the Maynard community and the many wonderful things happening around town? Check out the monthly Maynard Advantage Newsletters by subscribing at maynardadvantage.org

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