Delaney Elementary School

Dear Delaney Families,

I hope that you and your families are doing well during these challenging times. The Wrentham Public Schools community has worked collectively to make the transition to remote learning a successful one. Teachers are adjusting to a new way of teaching, students are adjusting to a new way of learning, and parents are adjusting to both of these new situations. I can’t thank you all enough for your flexibility. I am grateful for the hard work of the teachers, proud of the hard work of the students, and appreciative of the flexibility and support of the families.

We know that individual families have different needs and priorities during this time, and we are here to support you in any way possible. Please remember that all work on the weekly lesson calendar is optional, there is no requirement for work completion, and no work will be graded during the school closure. Although we would prefer students to complete the assigned lessons and tasks to prevent regression, we know that families have different priorities during this time. If it's preferable for your family to pick and choose various lessons in the learning calendar for your child to work on each day, that strategy is supported by the WPS staff.

Please tell your children how much I miss them! I am trying to join at least one Google Class Meeting for each classroom so that I can say hello and chec in on how everyone is doing.

I hope you and your families continue to stay safe and healthy! Please let me know if I can be of support or assistance to you and your families. Please feel free to contact me at maloneyk@wrenthamschools.org with any questions or concerns.

Sincerely,

Kathleen Maloney

Please click here to access the Wrentham Public Schools’ remote learning page. Individual grade level learning plans as well as additional family resources for remote learning can be found on this page.

Meetings between teachers and students are one of the most important aspects of our remote learning. Please take the time to review the meeting expectations with your child from time to time. This will ensure the most effective use of time and increase learning opportunities for all students.

Thank you for your input by completing the 2020 Placement Survey for next school year. Parent and guardian input is an important aspect of creating balanced classrooms and successful learning experiences for all students.Over the next few months, classroom teachers, specialists, and support staff will work hard to create classrooms where all children can find success both academically and socially. If you have any questions, or would like further information, please do not hesitate to let me know.

We know many families would benefit from having an additional device or two for students to use to access remote learning. Please click here to request an additional device to borrow during this time of remote learning. A member of our technology department will follow up with you once the form is submitted. The last day to request a device will be Tuesday, May 26, 2020.

The social emotional health and well being of our students is extremely important during this time of remote learning. Please feel free to reach out to me directly if there is anything the school can do to help support your children. Please click on any of the links below for a variety of helpful resources from our school adjustment counselors and school psychologist:

Coping Skills Slideshow Presentation- Prepared by Ms. D. Paparo & Ms. R. Paparo

Family Guide for Creating a Calming Area at Home

Coronavirus Resources for Kids, Parents, and Educators

Talking to Kids About the Coronavirus

COVID-19 Social Story

Guide to helping families cope with COVID-19

National Geographic Family