May 1st 2025 Newsletter

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The Leopard Lowdown

Lowell School's Community Newsletter

May 2, 2025

Lowell Absence Reporting Form

Teacher Appreciation Week is May 5 - 9th

Show YOU Care!

Let your teacher know how much they mean to you. Draw them a picture or write them a card.

Brady (Lowell's facility dog) standing in front of the new Lowell Leraning Garden Mosaic.

Brady is saying hello from our garden! Look at the beautiful mosaic in the background created by our students.

Greetings Lowell!

I hope this message finds you in great spirits. We’ve just wrapped up a wonderful week back, and it’s been truly heartwarming to see how effortlessly our students have settled back into their routines. It’s hard to believe we’re just six weeks away from the end of the school year!

Looking ahead, we have some important events on the horizon. Next week, students in grades 3 through 5 will be taking the math MCAS on Tuesday and Thursday. It’s a big moment for them, so please remember that a good night’s sleep and a healthy breakfast can make a world of difference in their performance.

As we approach the end of the year, things are about to get quite busy! We’ve got a host of activities planned, including classroom celebrations, field trips, and exciting end-of-year projects. Please keep an eye out for classroom updates and newsletters, as we don’t want you to miss any important details.

Wishing you a relaxing and enjoyable weekend!

With Gratitude,

Stacy & Tara

Not Returning to Lowell in the Fall!

Please fill out the following form if your child is not planning returning to Lowell School in the fall.

Not Returning to Lowell Form

Message reading put this on your calendar.

Important Dates

Teacher Appreciation Week May 5th - 9th
May 6th - Math MCAS Day 1 (3-5)
May 8th - Math MCAS Day 2 (3-5)

With the exception for students with special testing accommodations.

May 13th - Science MCAS Day 1 (Grade 5 only)
May 15th - Science MCAS Day 2 (Grade 5 only)
May 14th Early Release 12:15
May 22 & 23 for 5th Grade: AAPPL Test For Spanish Proficiency
May 23 Tentative Day for Buddies Talent Show
May 23 Memorial Day Rememberance During Buddy Assembles
May 26- Memorial Day - No School
May 28th - Field Day (rain dates 5/29, 6/3, 6/5)
May 30th - LEDP Idol Show at the WMS Auditorium 7PM
June 6th - No School for Pre K or K and Incoming K Class Screening
June 6th - Spring Concert
Anti-Bias Coalition 5:30-7:00 Lowell Learning Commons with Dr. Daly
June 17th - Last Day of School Dismissal 12:00

Please pay special attention to bolded dates.

Art Newsletter

Graphic for Volunteering in May for various organization around Watertown.

Volunteer in May with Watertown Helps Out (WHO)!

The Watertown Community Foundations annual Watertown Helps Out (WHO) is a

month-long community service event in May that connects local non-profits to

community volunteers for a variety of projects. Community projects are spread across

the month of May, currently totaling a need for 300+ volunteers.

- Many of the opportunities are family-friendly.

- WPS High schoolers can get community service hours.

- Keep checking back to see what's been added to the list.

Check out the growing list of volunteer opportunities and Sign Up at

https://signup.com/go/TFrbROa

What Can I Do to Keep Lice Away From My Child?

As we enter that time of year when lice outbreaks can become more common, it's important to be proactive in preventing their spread. With children shedding layers of clothing and piling them up around the field during recess, Extended Day programs, Boys & Girls Club activities, sports events, and other gatherings, lice can easily find ways to hitch a ride.

Here are some helpful tips to reduce the risk of spreading lice:

1. **Avoid Head-to-Head Contact**: Encourage your child to avoid direct head-to-head contact during play and other activities at home, school, or elsewhere (sports activities, playground, slumber parties, camp).

2. **Do Not Share Personal Items**: Teach your child not to share personal items such as hats, scarves, coats, hair ribbons, or barrettes. Also, avoid sharing combs, brushes, or towels.

3. **Keep Hair Tied Back**: If possible, keep long hair tied back or in braids to reduce the chance of lice crawling onto your child’s hair.

4. **Regularly Clean Personal Items**: Wash coats, bed linens, and cloth hair accessories regularly. It may also help to vacuum floors and furniture where hair might settle.

5. **Routine Head Checks**: Conduct regular head checks at home to catch lice early before they spread in your household.

6. **Educate Your Child**: Discuss lice openly with your child so that they know what to look for and can report any itching or unusual scalp sensations promptly.

New student registration for the 2025-2026 K-5 Before School & PreK -5 Extended Day Programs opens on May 1st!

New student registration for the 2025-2026 K-5 Before School Program and PreK-5 Extended Day Program opens at 8:00 AM on Thursday, May 1, 2025 and closes at 11:59 PM on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. There will be a lottery for enrollment. Please click here to view Watertown Community Education's Smore Newsletter for full details including the registration process, lottery details, and links to the online registration forms. Direct Smore Link: https://secure.smore.com/n/ux7sb

If you have any questions regarding Watertown Community Education's Before School and/or Extended Day Programs, please contact Debi Cornelius at debora.cornelius@watertown.k12.ma.us and Jeff Bodner at jeffrey.bodner@watertown.k12.ma.us or visit the Watertown Community Education webpage at https://www.watertown.k12.ma.us/communityed.

Thank you,

Debi

Family Formal

Dear Watertown Families,

We are delighted to invite you to Watertown’s Annual Family Formal, a cherished community tradition and a wonderful opportunity to come together, connect, and celebrate our vibrant community spirit.

**Event Details:**

**Date:** May 17th

**Location:** Hosmer Elementary School

This year, Hosmer Elementary is excited to host this town-wide dance that promises an evening filled with fun, laughter, and lasting memories. It’s a perfect occasion for families to dress up, enjoy wonderful music, and strengthen the bonds that make Watertown such a special place to live.

**Registration Information:**

To ensure we can accommodate everyone comfortably, **registration prior to the event is required**. Please use [this link](#) to sign up.

If you have any questions or need further information, don’t hesitate to reach out via email at watertownfamilyformal@gmail.com. We’re here to help and ensure you have a fantastic experience.

We can’t wait to see you all there!

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Graphic advertising Math Night same information as the paragraph.

Lowell's Math Night

We are delighted to invite you to Math Night on Thursday, May 22nd, at 5:45 PM. This exciting event is part of Watertown's district-wide initiative, where the elementary Math team visits each school to host a remarkable evening of math exploration and fun. It's a perfect opportunity for students and parents to engage in a variety of interactive and enjoyable math activities designed to make learning both interactive and enjoyable.

Join us and meet our talented team, including Elizabeth Kaplan, our dedicated Math & Science K-8 Coordinator; Mr. Stezzi, our Math Coach, whom both play a pivotal role in guiding our curriculum; and Mrs. Tatsis, our Math Interventionist, who works tirelessly to help students overcome their math challenges. Math Night promises to be an enlightening experience filled with discovery, laughter, and the chance to inspire a passion for math in our young learners. We eagerly anticipate seeing you there!

Elementary SIP 2024-2025

Elementary Handbook 2024-2025

Lowell School Family Guide