Lilja Lions
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Composting Update!
Exciting things are happening in the Lilja cafeteria!
We are proud to be the first Natick elementary school to divert cafeteria waste from the solid waste stream by sorting our waste at lunch time. By diverting waste like food scraps and liquids, our school is sending less trash to the incinerator, and student food waste is contributing to the production of soil-enhancing compost through Black Earth Compost.
Students are learning that this is one action we can take to have a positive impact on the earth. When students sort their waste and understand why it’s important, they use critical thinking skills, and they apply knowledge about renewable and non-renewable resources, decomposition, and needs of plants.
We launched the new sorting program with 4th graders this last week, 3rd grade has started this week, and soon all grades will be sorting their waste!
We're grateful to have the support of the new Natick Public Schools Waste Reduction Coordinator and the Natick Director of Sustainability to help guide this new program. Many thanks to fourth grade teacher Lisa Cronin for spearheading this initiative, and to our cafeteria monitor, Teacher Ryan, and our custodian, Mark D'Agostino, for making it work!
Things To Know
ATTENTION 4TH GRADE FAMILIES!
Students in 5th grade get to select which performing arts class they would like to take for the year. They take other classes for specials including PE, a full year course, and Art, Library Research Skills, Tech Ed, Instructional Technology, Theater, and Health, which are all trimester-based courses. Students have many options for their music class. Included are several important links to help you decide between our course offerings and answer some frequently asked questions. Please see more information and make your selection HERE
MCAS BEGINS MARCH 26
As MCAS approaches, we want to reassure you that we are dedicated to supporting and preparing your children for success. We understand the expectations of this assessment and are committed to providing a positive and encouraging environment for your child. Together, we will work to ensure that each student feels confident and prepared. Please structure your routines so that your student gets plenty of rest and a good breakfast. Thank you for your ongoing support and partnership in your child's education.
**As a reminder, NO CELL PHONES OR SMARTWATCHES are permitted- they will have to be confiscated. PLEASE LEAVE THEM HOME**
P.E./HEALTH PARENT SURVEY:
Hello Families,
Natick Public Schools is committed to providing all of our students with the best possible educational experience. Because of this, we conduct regular curriculum audits. This year, we are reviewing our current Health and Physical Education curriculum. We value the feedback from all of our stakeholders. We ask that you please complete this survey to provide us with feedback as we work to assess and improve our curriculum. Thank you in advance for your time in completing this survey.
~Sue Balboni, Assistant Superintendent for Teaching. Learning and Innovation, Bob Anniballi, Director of Health and Wellness K-12, and our health and wellness staff.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS: MARCH 13TH:
NEW FAMILY EARLY RISERS/ASAP '24-'25 SCHOOL YEAR REGISTRATION
Please see the linked flier for information on registering your student(s) for the Early Risers/ASAP program. Space is extremely limited for this popular program.
Are you interested in supporting the Lilja community, but not sure where to start? Here are two ways to get involved:
- The Lilja Carnival Committee: The Lilja Carnival will be held on the last day of school (now 6/14 with the one snow day) and is our biggest fundraising event of the year! It is also a great community event that the kids look forward to as they kick off summer vacation. In the past, money raised has gone towards supporting school wide events and teachers' mini grant applications for their classroom. Carnival Committee involvement includes meetings/prep work prior to the event and participation day of.
- Yearbook: Are you interested in helping the Lilja community from the comfort of your own home? Shahnaz Islam, our amazing Yearbook Coordinator the last few years, is stepping down from this role after this year and we are searching for her replacement. She will provide guidance to get you off the ground and point you in the right direction to answer your questions.
Email pto@liljapto.org if you're interested in helping out or want more information!
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