Daniel Webster Elementary School
Weekly Update:
A Message From Mrs. MacNeil
Greetings DWS Families!
I want to take this moment to recognize our past, present, and future Veterans. We are so thankful and appreciative of our Veterans, who have stepped up to protect our freedom by serving our country. Thank you for your dedicated service. We honor your sacrifice every day, but especially on this Veteran's Day.
Mrs. MacNeil
MFE Fall Giving Campaign
For over ten years, Marshfield Education Foundation has provided opportunities for enhanced learning by working in partnership with Marshfield’s educators to fund grants that complement the social, emotional and academic development of our students. As we enter the season of giving, we hope you’ll consider supporting the Marshfield Education Foundation with a donation to our 3rd Annual Fall Giving Campaign. Donate Today!
DWS All Stars
DWS staff members can award any student with a DWS ALL STAR when they see students being Dedicated, Welcoming, or Safe. All of the DWS ALL STAR awards are put on display in the front lobby. The following students were featured in the morning announcements last week for being DWS ALL-STARS!
Grade K: Charlie H. in Mrs. Prendergast’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because he was a good echo.
Grade K: Hayden H. in Ms. Hastry’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because she was a lunchroom ALL STAR!
Grade 1: Jose in Mrs. Kabilian’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because he was dedicated and worked hard at group time.
Grade 1: Austin C. in Mrs. Wiedemann’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because he stayed dedicated during Morning Meeting.
Grade 2: Carlos in Mrs. Redman’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because he helped a friend clean up.
Grade 2: Prue in Mrs. Bertulli’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because she was dedicated during Reading groups and persevered while reading her book.
Grade 3: Alerandro in Mrs. Hines’ class is a DWS ALL STAR because worked hard in Fundations and used his strategies.
Grade 3: Leo D. in Mrs. Hanson’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because he completed lessons on iReady.
Grade 4: Faith in Mrs. Robatzek’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because she went to Number Corner quickly and quietly.
Grade 4: Pedro in Mrs. Robatzek’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because he was a role model because he showed others how to get ready for lunch.
Grade 5: Gavin C. in Ms. LaForest’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because he worked hard in Math.
Grade 5: Lola in Mrs. Drew’s class is a DWS ALL STAR because she is always participating in class!
Congratulations!
What's happening around DWS?
Kindergarten Students in Ms. Doria's Class
Guest Teacher in Mrs. Bertulli's Class
Grade 3 Visits Plimoth Patuxet Museum
Students in Ms. LaForest's Grade Five Students Celebrate Writing
Mrs. Auriemma's Fifth Graders Love Book Clubs!
DWS Staff of the Week
In partnership with our PTO, each week we will be introducing you to two staff members in order to familiarize our families with all of our amazing staff members at DWS!
Introducing...Susan Allen
What is your role at DWS? Preschool SESP
Do you have a fun fact or a favorite thing you would like to share about yourself? I live in Marshfield with my husband, 3 teenage daughters, 4 cats and 2 dogs.
Introducing... Marlaena Auriemma
What is your role at DWS? Grade 5 Teacher
Do you have a fun fact or a favorite thing you would like to share about yourself? I was born and raised in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. I have lived in MA since 1999.
Marshfield Community Events
DWS PTO News
Next meeting Monday 12/5/22 @ 7pm in the DWS Library
Square 1 Art is back just in time for the holidays and it make great gifts… for every family member Catalogs will be coming home this week OR get a head start, and order keepsakes and gifts featuring your child's art online. Simply search for your child's art using Art Search, and enter state, school name, and your student's name. Your student's art and code will appear, and you may order! We strongly recommend ordering online this year to ensure delivery for the holidays. If you have questions, or need anything at all, contact customer care online. Please have your Order in by: 11/28/2022
Thank you all for ordering DWS clothing! There will be a few minor substitutions due to stock shortages with supplies but we did order some extra. Please reach out to see what is available. And if you missed the chance to order, don’t worry we will do it again in the Spring as well.
The Town Wide PTO meeting will be held 11/16 at 9:15am in the school administration building at 76 South River St.
Contact:
Please email yourdwspto@gmail.com with any general questions and for more information. Email dwsvolunteers@gmail.com for more details on volunteering at the school throughout the year.
PTO donations are welcomed year-round and are tax deductible. Some companies even match donations, ask where you work to see if they will help. Contact us for our Tax ID.
Thank you for all of your support!
Square One Art is Here!
School Nutrition Information
One breakfast and one lunch are Free for the 2022-2023 School year for all students.
A la carte items cost extra.
A la carte items can not be charged to a student's account.
2nd Lunch - $2.75
Milk - .75 cents (milk comes with lunch) on its own, it's an a la carte item and cost
Water - .50 cents
Ice Cream - $1.25
WAYS TO PAY
Preferred method of payment:
Online: www.myschoolbucks.com
After you log in or register (if new) than you can
use your child’s Birthday for the
ID Number to add your child’s account.
Check payable to:
Town of Marshfield
(child’s First/Last name in Memo)
Cash: please put in an envelope
marked Lunch Money with your
child’s name on it.
Marshfield Public Schools Family Engagement Expectations and Procedures 2022-2023
Important Dates to Note
November
November 15 - Site Council Meeting - 4:00 DWS Library
November 23 - Half Day
November 24 - Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 25 - Thanksgiving Break - No School
Boys and Girls Club Before School Program
The registration for the Before School Care is now available for Children in grades K-5 offered on site at each of the Marshfield Elementary Schools.
Our Before School program provides a wholesome environment that promotes social/emotional, physical and character development in addition to supporting the educational efforts of both the parent and school. We encourage children to balance learning and fun through homework help, physical activity and arts & crafts. Our focus areas give your child limitless opportunities to reach their full potential.
Hours: 7am until school day starts
Program & Activities include:
- Breakfast
- Homework Help
- Games & Activities
- Arts & Crafts
To register click here.
Start & End Times
School Start Time - 8:50 am (students can enter the building at 8:40 am)
School End Time - 3:30 pm
Wednesday Early Dismissal - 1:15 pm
Information From Previous Newsletters
News from the Nurse
We have had a great start to the school year!
Just a reminder -
Please remember to send your students to school with a reusable water bottle and filling snack daily!
All students have a snack break during the day. Please pack a healthy snack EVERY DAY! Great snacks include easy to eat fruits and veggies like apples, oranges, carrots and cucumbers as well as whole grain snacks including granola bars, crackers. Cheese sticks and yogurts are another great option. These ideas help keep hungry bellies at bay and students ready to learn!
Have your child bring a water bottle (or two) from home EVERY DAY. Students are able to use the bottle filling stations throughout the day to refill bottles as needed.
General Information
Mandated Health Screening Information:
The following state-mandated screenings of students will be completed this year by the school nurse.
Grades PK thru 5: Vision Screening (October - December)
Grade PK thru 3: Hearing Screening (October - December)
Postural screening for grade 5 in October - a letter will be sent home with more information.
Grades 1, 4: Heights and weights with BMI calculations per DPH regulations (October -December)
A parent/guardian may opt out of these mandated screenings only through written notification to the school nurse by October 8th.
These are only screenings and NOT a diagnostic service. Failures or concerns regarding the results will warrant further assessment by the child's physician. Specific recommendations will be sent home in writing/phone call for vision, hearing and postural screening.
Don’t hesitate to reach out at anytime - 781-834-5045, ext 42500 or via email - kAcampbell@mpsd.org
All GRADE 4 students must send in a physical exam dated within the past year. Thank you to those who have already sent in their forms.
Please log in to your child’s Aspen account and update the medication consent portion, this is something that needs to be done yearly. *This cannot be done on your handheld device/cell phone*
All medical documentation can be faxed to 781-834-5072 to the attention of the School Nurse.
Do not hesitate to call with any school health-related questions or concerns at 781-834-5045. I can also be reached by email at: kAcampbeLL@mpsd.org.
MPSD Has an App
The Marshfield Public Schools are thrilled to announce our new app for mobile phones! Stay up-to-date with access to events, documents, news from administrators, student stories, and even emergency notifications.
You can download the app for free on Google Play or Apple App Store.
Download for Android https://bit.ly/3yOktQ8
Download for iPhone https://apple.co/3nVNlzs
DWS Security Updates
As a security measure, we will not be letting visitors into the building unless you are volunteering. Visitors who have a scheduled meeting will wait in the vestibule and be escorted by the host to the meeting.
All visitors must present a valid ID - no exceptions! We understand that we know many parents/guardians, but we will be requiring ALL visitors to present their ID when they volunteer and/or pick up a student - EVERY TIME. This will be frustrating at first, but we are working hard to maintain the safety of our students.
Arrival & Dismissal Protocols
The new policy can be found here.