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Major Edwards Families, 2024-2025 KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION PACKET IS ONLINE. Kindergarten registration for Major Edwards Elementary School will be held February 1-29, 2024 by contacting Anita Pratt at anitapratt@wbschools.com or calling (508) 835-2917 Monday-Friday 8:30 am to 3:30 pm. Please refer to the registration packet for the complete list of documents that you must send to Anita Pratt to complete the registration process. Registration packet can be found on the school website address as follows: https://www.wbschools.com/MEES Electronic Note System: For communication about reporting absences and / or changes in dismissal, appointments, etc. Please click here to access the form. Upcoming Important Dates: Monday, 1/22: No School for Students (Professional Development Day) Tuesday, 1/23 to Thursday 1/25: Scholastic Book Fair (The book fair will also be open during the Family Literacy Night) Tuesday, 1/23: Drama Club @ 3:15 (gym) Wednesday, 1/24: Family Literacy Night @ 4:30 - 6:00pm Thursday, 1/25- Banking
Backpack Thursday January 25 ... ( 2,094.4 KB )
Major Edwards Families, * We would like to thank the many families that came to our 2nd annual Family Literacy Night! We would also like to recognize our Literacy Committee for their efforts in planning a fun and engaging night of reading mixed with some fun activities! Our next Family STEM night is scheduled for Wednesday, 3/27. * 2024-2025 KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION PACKET IS ONLINE. Kindergarten registration for Major Edwards Elementary School will be held February 1-29, 2024 by contacting Anita Pratt at anitapratt@wbschools.com or calling (508) 835-2917 Monday-Friday 8:30 am to 3:30 pm.  Please refer to the registration packet for the complete list of documents that you must send to Anita Pratt to complete the registration process. Registration packet can be found on the school website address as follows: https://www.wbschools.com/MEES Electronic Note System:  For communication about reporting absences and / or changes in dismissal, appointments, etc. Please click here to access the form. Upcoming Important Dates: Friday, 2/2: Community Meeting @ 1:30 pm -Students only Wednesday, 2/7: Drama Club @ 3:15 (gym) Thursday, 2/8: Weather Assembly (3rd Grade) David Williams from NewsCenter 5 will be visiting to teach students about weather.    Friday, 2/9: Electrical Safety Assembly (4th + 5th Grade)  Monday, 2/12 to - Friday, 2/16: I Love to Read Month - Spirit Week (Daily Theme TBD)  Monday, 2/12: Community Reading Day  Wednesday, 2/14: PTA Meeting @ 7pm Thursday, 2/15 Student Banking Monday, Feb 19- through Friday, Feb 23. Winter vacation Week
Backpack Thursday February 1 ... ( 5,363.3 KB )
Major Edwards Families, 2024-2025 KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION PACKET IS ONLINE. Kindergarten registration for Major Edwards Elementary School will be held February 1-29, 2024 by contacting Anita Pratt at anitapratt@wbschools.com or calling (508) 835-2917 Monday-Friday 8:30 am to 3:30 pm. Please refer to the registration packet for the complete list of documents that you must send to Anita Pratt to complete the registration process. Registration packet can be found on the school website address as follows: https://www.wbschools.com/MEES Electronic Note System: For communication about reporting absences and / or changes in dismissal, appointments, etc. Please click here to access the form. Upcoming Important Dates: Friday, 2/2: Community Meeting @ 1:30 pm -Students only Wednesday, 2/7: Drama Club @ 3:15 (gym) Thursday, 2/8: Weather Assembly (3rd Grade) David Williams from NewsCenter 5 will be visiting to teach students about weather. Friday, 2/9: Electrical Safety Assembly (4th + 5th Grade) Monday, 2/12 to - Friday, 2/16: I Love to Read Month - Spirit Week (See below) Monday, 2/12: Community Reading Day Thursday, 2/15 Student Banking Friday, 2/16: Grade Level Buddy Reading (K/5th, 1st/3rd, 2nd/4th) Monday, Feb 19- through Friday, Feb 23. Winter vacation Week Tuesday, 2/27: The West Boylston Coordinated Family and Community Engagement (CFCE) will be hosting a Kindergarten Transition Program for incoming Kindergarten students. The event will be held in the Major Edwards Library @ 5:30 - 8:00. Wednesday, 2/28: PTA Meeting @ 7pm (Changed from the original date) Spirit Week (Monday, 2/12 to Friday 2/16) Monday, 2/12: Blue / White Day - Wear your school colors. Tuesday, 2/13: Word Day - Wear an appropriate shirt with words on it. Wednesday, 2/14: Red / Pink / Purple Day - Wear your favorite Valentine's Day colors. Thursday, 2/15: Favorite Character Day - Dress as your favorite character, athlete, musician etc Friday, 2/16: Pajama Day - Wear your cozy pajama attire
Backpack Thursday February 8 ... ( 9,544.7 KB )
Major Edwards Families, Families and communities are critical partners to a school's success. Just as a student's report card shows how they are performing, the school report card shows how a school is performing in multiple areas. It shows the school's strengths and the challenges that need to be addressed to ensure the school is meeting the needs of all students. Here is the link for the 2023 School Report Card 2024-2025 KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION PACKET IS ONLINE. Kindergarten registration for Major Edwards Elementary School will be held February 1-29, 2024 by contacting Anita Pratt at anitapratt@wbschools.com or calling (508) 835-2917 Monday-Friday 8:30 am to 3:30 pm. Please refer to the registration packet for the complete list of documents that you must send to Anita Pratt to complete the registration process. Registration packet can be found on the school website address as follows: https://www.wbschools.com/MEES Electronic Note System: For communication about reporting absences and / or changes in dismissal, appointments, etc. Please click here to access the form. Upcoming Important Dates: Friday, 2/9: Electrical Safety Assembly (4th + 5th Grade) Monday, 2/12 to - Friday, 2/16: I Love to Read Month - Spirit Week (See below) Monday, 2/12: Community Reading Day Wednesday, 2/14: School Committee Meeting @ 7pm (Middle/High School Library) School Committee Calendar Thursday, 2/15 Student Banking Friday, 2/16: Grade Level Buddy Reading (K/5th, 1st/3rd, 2nd/4th) Monday, Feb 19- through Friday, Feb 23. Winter vacation Week (The Major Edwards School Building will be closed for the week) Tuesday, 2/27: The West Boylston Coordinated Family and Community Engagement (CFCE) will be hosting a Kindergarten Transition Program for incoming Kindergarten students. The event will be held in the Major Edwards Library @ 5:30 - 8:00. Wednesday, 2/28: PTA Meeting @ 7pm Spirit Week (Monday, 2/12 to Friday 2/16) Monday, 2/12: Go Major Edwards's Cub Day (Wear school colors and Major Edwards' spirit wear) Tuesday, 2/13: Read a Shirt Day (Wear an appropriate shirt with words for others to read) Wednesday, 2/14: I Love to Read Day (Wear Red and/or hearts to promote the love to read) Thursday, 2/15: Share a Favorite Day (Dress like a character, animal, and any other creative idea to represent a book) Friday, 2/16: Buddies, Books, and Pajama Day (Wear your cozy pajamas and get ready to buddy up and read)
Backpack Thursday April 4 20... ( 8,387.8 KB )
Major Edwards Families, Due to the inclement weather the following changes have been made: The 4th Grade MCAS (ELA) has been rescheduled to Friday, 4/5/24 The 5th Grade Field Trip has been rescheduled to Tuesday, 4/9/24 The Drama Club performance of Emperor's New Clothes has been rescheduled for Tuesday, 4/9/24 @ 6pm (Cast and Crew will need to be there by 4pm and the doors will open at 5:40pm for families). The Chorus Club has been canceled for today. The Champions program is closed for this afternoon 4/4/24 Electronic Note System: For communication about reporting absences and / or changes in dismissal, appointments, etc. Please click here to access the form. Upcoming Important Dates: Friday, 4/5: PTA Special Person Dance (1st - 3rd Grade) @ 6:00 - 8:00 (Gym) Monday, 4/8: Eclipse @ 2:30 to 4:30 (Eclipse sunglasses will be distributed to all students for our dismissal process) Tuesday, 4/9: Art Club @ 2:45 - 4:00 (Art Rm) Tuesday, 4/9: Drama Club Performance (Students need to arrive at 4:00pm) Performance @ 6:00 pm Wednesday, 4/10: School Committee @ 7pm School Committee Calendar Wednesday, 4/10 PTA meeting 7:00pm (library) Thursday, 4/11: Chorus Club @ 2:45 - 4:00 (Music Rm) Monday, 4/15 to Friday, 4/19: Spring Vacation Week (No School for Students) Monday, 4/22: Earth Day Wednesday, 4/24: PTA Meeting @ 7pm (library) Thursday, 4/25: Animal Adventures @ 9am (2nd Grade) Upcoming MCAS Testing Dates: 4th Grade ELA Tuesday, 4/2 and Friday 4/5 3rd Grade ELA Wednesday, 4/10 and Thursday, 4/11
Backpack Thursday February 15 2024 ( 2,854.8 KB )
Backpack Thursday February 29 2024 ( 10,740.8 KB )
Backpack Thursday March 7 2024 ( 5,939.3 KB )
Backpack Thursday March 21 2024 ( 14,384.1 KB )
Backpack Thursday April 11 2024 ( 2,440.6 KB )
Backpack Thursday May 2 2024 ( 17,678.9 KB )
Backpack Friday January 5 20... ( 13,275.3 KB )
Major Edwards Families, Electronic Note System: For communication about reporting absences and / or changes in dismissal, appointments, etc. Please click here to access the form. Upcoming Important Dates: Wednesday, 1/10: Drama Club @ 3:15 ( For previously signed-up students only) Thursday, 1/11: Classroom Newsletters will be shared with families (Jan / Feb) Monday, 1/15: No School for Students (MLK Day) Wednesday, 1/17: PTA Meeting @ 7pm (Major Edwards Library) Monday, 1/22: No School for Students (Professional Development Day) Wednesday, 1/24: Family Literacy Night (details to come)
Backpack Thursday December 21... ( 9,040.0 KB )
Major Edwards Families, On behalf of the Major Edwards Faculty, we want to wish everyone a safe and relaxing Holiday Break and very Happy New Year! We look forward to seeing your students back in 2024! The Major Edwards School / Office will be closed from 12/25/23 through 1/1/24 and will reopen on Tuesday, 1/2/24. If you have an immediate question/concern please contact the superintendent's office during the hours of 7:30 -3:30 at (508-835-2917) Electronic Note System: For communication about reporting absences and / or changes in dismissal, appointments, etc. Please click here to access the form. Upcoming Important Dates: Friday, 12/22: The last day before the Holiday Break will be a full day for students. Monday, 12/25: Holiday Vacation begins (Students return on Tuesday, 1/2/24) Tuesday, 1/2/24: Students return from the holiday break Thursday, 1/11: Classroom Newsletters will be shared with families (Jan / Feb) Monday, 1/15: MLK Day (no school)
Backpack Thursday December 14... ( 3,615.6 KB )
Major Edwards Families, Please review the following information at your convenience. Electronic Note System: For communication about reporting absences and / or changes in dismissal, appointments, etc. Please click here to access the form. West Boylston Lions Football Victory Parade: Saturday, December 16th at 10 AM: Please join us in celebrating the West Boylston Lions Division 8 MIIA Football Championship over Carver with a final score of 41-7! On Saturday, December 16th at 10 AM a Victory Parade will be kicking off from the Town Hall, traveling through the center of Town to the High School and looping back to Town Hall. Line the streets to celebrate the Lions perfect 13-0 season! Parking at Town Hall is very limited- parade participants are encouraged to carpool, drop off participants at Town Hall, or park at the Manor Restaurant (Police assistance will be provided to cross Rt. 12). Last year families lined up along the parade route to wave to the players, cheer team and coaches. It was a great event and we hope that you can make it this year! Next week will be Spirit Week at Major Edwards: Monday, 12/18: Pajama Day Tuesday, 12/19: Red and or Green Day Wednesday, 12/20: Sports Themed Day Thursday, 12/21: Hat Day Friday, 12/22: Festive/Favorite Sweater Day Important Dates: Friday, 12/15: PTA Movie Night @ 6:00 - 8:00 Tuesday, 12/19 @ 9:30: Families with the last names A to L in Grades K-3rd are invited to attend the 1st performance Tuesday, 12/19 @ 1:30: Families with the last names M to Z in Grades K-3rd are invited to attend the 2nd performance Tuesday, 12/19 @ 6pm: 4th and 5th Grade (All performances will be held in the Major Edwards gymnasium) Monday, 12/25: Holiday Vacation begins (Students return on Tuesday, 1/2/24)
Backpack Thursday December 7 2023 ( 14,306.4 KB )
Backpack Thursday November 30 2023 ( 4,387.8 KB )
Backpack Thursday November 16... ( 7,999.5 KB )
Major Edwards Families, Please review the following information at your convenience. We want to thank all the students and families for the candy that was collected during Halloween. We collected a total of 75 pounds of Halloween candy (more than last year!) Electronic Note System: For communication about reporting absences and / or changes in dismissal, appointments, etc. Please click here to access the form. Important Dates: Tonight, 11/16: International Festival of Gratitude @ 5pm to 6:30pm Friday, 11/17: Thanksgiving Food Drive Collection ends Monday, November 20th and Tuesday, November 21st are Parent /Teacher conferences Monday, November 20th 1/2 day for Students- Dismissal begins at 11:25am (No lunches served) Tuesday, November 21st 1/2 day for students. Dismissal begins at 11:25am(No lunches served) Wednesday, Thanksgiving break begins No school November 22, 23, 24 Monday, 11/27 to Friday, 12/15: Soles 4 Souls - The 5th grade students will be collecting new or gently used shoes. (See Flyer for details) Monday, 11/27: MA Audubon Society Bird Program @ Time(Outside) Tuesday, 12/5: Birds of Prey presentation for 4th and 5th Grade students Wednesday, 12/6: 1/2 day for students - Professional Development Day Get your Lions gear! The class of 2027 is hosting a fundraiser through Apparel Now through 12/1/23! Grab your custom youth and adult lions clothing and accessories at the link: https://apparelnow.com/west-boylston-middle-high-apparel Winter Concert Schedule: Tuesday, 12/19 @ 9:30: Families with the last names A to L in Grades K-3rd are invited to attend the 1st performance Tuesday, 12/19 @ 1:30: Families with the last names M to Z in Grades K-3rd are invited to attend the 2nd performance Tuesday, 12/19 @ 6pm: 4th and 5th Grade All performances will be held in the Major Edwards gymnasium
Backpack Thursday November 9 ... ( 11,148.2 KB )
Major Edwards Families, Please review the following information at your convenience. Electronic Note System: For communication about reporting absences and / or changes in dismissal, appointments, etc. Please click here to access the form. Important Dates: Thursday, 11/9: Newsletters for November / December will be shared with families. Friday, 11/10: Veterans Day Observed- No School for students Wednesday, 11/15: Report Cards will be issued via school portal Wednesday, 11/15 PTA meeting in the Major Edwards Library Thursday, 11/16: International Festival of Gratitude @ 5pm to 6:30pm Thursday, 11/16 Banking at School Friday, 11/17: Thanksgiving Food Drive Collection ends Monday, November 20th and Tuesday, November 21st are Parent /Teacher conferences Monday, November 20th 1/2 day for Students- Dismissal begins at 11:25am (No lunches served) Tuesday, November 21st 1/2 day for students. Dismissal begins at 11:25am(No lunches served) Wednesday, Thanksgiving break begins No school November 22, 23, 24 Monday, 11/27 to Friday, 12/15: Soles 4 Souls - The 5th grade students will be collecting new or gently used shoes. (See Flyer for details)
Backpack Thursday November 2 ... ( 6,516.0 KB )
Major Edwards Families, Please review the following information at your convenience. Electronic Note System: For communication about reporting absences and / or changes in dismissal, appointments, etc. Please click here to access the form. Important Dates: Monday, 11/6: Thanksgiving Food Drive Collection begins Wednesday, 11/8: Term 1 Marking Period Ends Thursday, 11/9: Newsletters for November / December will be shared with families. Friday, 11/10: Veterans Day Observed- No School for students Wednesday, 11/15: Report Cards will be issued via school portal Wednesday, 11/15 PTA meeting in the Major Edwards Library Thursday, 11/16: International Festival of Gratitude @ 5pm to 6:30pm Thursday, 11/16 Banking at School Friday, 11/17: Thanksgiving Food Drive Collection ends Monday, 11/27 to Friday, 12/15: Soles 4 Souls - The 5th grade students will be collecting new or gently used shoes. (See Flyer for details)
Newsletters for November and December 2023 ( 4,450.1 KB )
January February Newsletters 2024 ( 7,115.9 KB )
Backpack Thursday April 25 2024 ( 4,537.9 KB )
Major Edwards Families, Electronic Note System: For communication about reporting absences and / or changes in dismissal, appointments, etc. Please click here to access the form. Parent / Family drop off and pick up reminders: Please Do not line up on Crescent St. until the buses begin leaving the parking lot. This is to keep the flow of traffic moving and to avoid any traffic congestion. There is parking at Goodale Park if you are looking for a place to wait. Let us know if you have any questions. A reminder that there are NO LEFT Turns into the Major Edwards parking a lot from the hours of (7:45am - 8:15am and 2:45pm - 3:15pm). Taking a left turn during our morning drop off and pick up process, blocks traffic and causes unnecessary traffic and a safety issue. Please only turn into the parking lot with a Right Turn Only! Upcoming Important Dates: Thursday, 4/25: Chorus Club @ 2:45 - 4:00 (Music Rm) Friday, 5/3: 1/2 Day for Students (Dismissal begins @ 11:25 and no lunch will be provided) Friday, 5/3: Community Meeting @ 9am (1/2 day) Monday, 5/6: Arbor Day Trees presentation (3rd Grade) Tuesday, 5/7: Art Club @ 2:45 - 4:00 (Art Rm) Tuesday, 5/7: CFCE: Kindergarten Transition Program @ 6:00 - 7:00 (library) Wednesday, 5/8: School Committee @ 7:00 School Committee Calendar Thursday, 5/9: May / June Classroom Newsletters will be shared with families Thursday, 5/9: Chorus Club @ 2:45 - 4:00 (Music Rm) Upcoming MCAS Testing Dates: 3rd Grade Math Tuesday, 4/30 and Wednesday, 5/1 5th Grade Math Wednesday, 5/8 and Thursday, 5/9 4th Grade Math Monday, 5/13 and Tuesday, 5/14 5th Grade STE Wednesday, 5/15 and Thursday, 5/16
Backpack Thursday October 26 ... ( 5,905.4 KB )
Major Edwards Families, Please review the following information at your convenience. Electronic Note System: For communication about reporting absences and / or changes in dismissal, appointments, etc. Please click here to access the form. Halloween Parade: The Halloween Parade will be held on Tuesday, 10/31 @ 1:15 - 1:45 We will be continuing with the same format as last year. The parade will be held on Crescent St. The Police department will be closing Crescent St. from 1:00 - 1:45 pm The parade will begin promptly @ 1:15. We will begin with Preschool students followed by Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and lastly 5th grade. By grade, students will slowly walk in a loop around Crescent St. (blocked off area) and then return to school for the end of the day. We ask that families remain on the sidewalks and avoid coming onto Crescent St. for photo opportunities / interactions with your child / student. Students will not be allowed to be dismissed from the parade. Students may wear their "tasteful" costumes to school, however Halloween masks and toy weapons will not be permitted. There will be an alternative option for students / families that choose not to participate in the Halloween parade. (Please contact your student's teacher if your student(s) will Not be participating in the parade) Important Dates: Sunday, 10/29: Trunk or Treat @ 11:00 - 1:00pm Tuesday, 10/31: Halloween Parade @ 1:15 - 1:45 Monday, 11/6: Thanksgiving Food Drive Collection begins Wednesday, 11/8: Term 1 Marking Period Ends Thursday, 11/9: Newsletters for November / December will be shared with families. Friday, 11/10: Veterans Day Observed- No School for students Wednesday, 11/15: Report Cards will be issued via school portal Thursday, 11/16: International Festival of Gratitude @ 4pm to 6pm (More details to come) Friday, 11/17: Thanksgiving Food Drive Collection ends
Backpack Thursday May 9 2024 ( 2,209.9 KB )
Major Edwards Families, Electronic Note System: For communication about reporting absences and / or changes in dismissal, appointments, etc. Please click here to access the form. Upcoming Important Dates: Thursday, 5/9: May / June Classroom Newsletters will be shared with families Thursday, 5/9: Chorus Club @ 2:45 - 4:00 (Music Rm) Friday, 5/10: Full Band Practice (5th grade from 1:30-2:05pm and 4th grade from 2:05-2:40pm) Tuesday, 5/14: Art Club @ 2:45 - 4:00 (Art Rm) Thursday, 5/16: Full Band Practice (5th grade from 1:30-2:05pm and 4th grade from 2:05-2:40pm) Friday, 5/17: 1/2 Day Professional Development (Dismissal begins @ 11:25 and no lunch will be provided) Friday, 5/17: 5th Grade Move Up Day @ 12:00 - 1pm (Middle / HS) Transportation for students will not be provided Tuesday, 5/21: Ecotarium Field Trip (Kindergarten) Wednesday, 5/22: Memorial Day Presentation @ 9:00 - 10:00 (For students only) Wednesday, 5/22: Arts Festival @ 4:30 - 6:00 Wednesday, 5/22: PTA meeting @ 7pm Friday, 5/24: Wax Museum @ 1:15 - 2:15 (For Families Only) Monday, 5/27: Memorial Day - No school for students Upcoming MCAS Testing Dates: 4th Grade Math Monday, 5/13 and Tuesday, 5/14 5th Grade STE Wednesday, 5/15 and Thursday, 5/16
Backpack Thursday October 19 ... ( 8,213.4 KB )
Major Edwards Families, Please review the following information at your convenience. Electronic Note System: For communication about reporting absences and / or changes in dismissal, appointments, etc. Please click here to access the form. Halloween Parade: The Halloween Parade will be held on Monday, 10/31 @ 1:15 - 1:45 We will be continuing with the same format as last year. The parade will be held on Crescent St. The Police department will be closing Crescent St. from 1:00 - 1:45 pm The parade will begin promptly @ 1:15. We will begin with Preschool students followed by Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and lastly 5th grade. By grade, students will slowly walk in a loop around Crescent St. (blocked off area) and then return to school for the end of the day. We ask that families remain on the sidewalks and avoid coming onto Crescent St. for photo opportunities / interactions with your child / student. Students will not be allowed to be dismissed from the parade. Students may wear their "tasteful" costumes to school, however Halloween masks and toy weapons will not be permitted. There will be an alternative option for students / families that choose not to participate in the Halloween parade. Important Dates: Sunday, 10/22: Trunk or Treat @ 11:00 - 1:00pm (Rain date: 10/29) Thursday, 10/26: Picture retakes Tuesday, 10/31: Halloween Parade @ 1:15 - 1:45 Wednesday, 11/8: Term 1 Marking Period Ends Thursday, 11/9: Newsletters for November / December will be shared with families. Friday, 11/10: Veterans Day Observed- No School for students Wednesday, 11/15: Report Cards will be issued
Backpack Thursday October 12 ... ( 6,739.4 KB )
Major Edwards Families, Please review the following information at your convenience. Electronic Note System: For communication about reporting absences and / or changes in dismissal, appointments, etc. Please click here to access the form. Important Dates: Friday, 10/13: Tower Hill Field Trip (4th Grade) Friday, 10/13: The final day for students to purchase NED Yo-Yo Wednesday, 10/18: PTA Meeting @ 7pm Sunday, 10/22: Trunk or Treat @ 11:00 - 1:00pm (Rain date: 10/29) Thursday, 10/26: Picture retakes Tuesday, 10/31: Halloween Parade @ 1:15 - 1:45 (more details to come) Wednesday, 11/8: Term 1 Marking Period Ends (Report Cards Issued 11/15) Friday, 11/10: Veterans Day Observed- No School for students
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