WESTWOOD PUBLIC SCHOOLS MAY 2, 2018 District Bulletin
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THURSDAY, MAY 3 WEDNESDAY, MAY 9 TUESDAY, MAY 15 Like Us on Sheehan School’s Night for Early Release Day Martha Jones School’s Art Facebook the Arts, 6pm-7pm and STEM Night, fb.com/ 6:30pm-7:45pm westwoodschools GET ALL THE LATEST NEWS STRAIGHT TO YOUR INBOX! The Town now offers a monthly newsletter with community information! http://www.townhall.westwood.ma.us/towns/ westwood_wire/default.htm
Presents
NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS* CELEBRITY BASKETBALL GAME
*Includes Current New England Patriots Players
FREE AUTOGRAPHS
WESTWOOD HIGH SCHOOL GYM Tickets Date and Time • Provided through family • Wednesday, May 2 sponsorships • Doors open at 6:30 PM • Ask us how you can play in the • Pizza, snacks and drinks game or about Business available for sale Sponsorships - 781-326-0075 Proceeds Benefit Westwood HS Boosters Sheehan’s Night for the Arts
Thursday May 3rd
6:00-7:00 pm
The Sheehan Cafeteria
Large Art Display Showcasing the Elementary Art Curriculum which will Include Every Sheehan Student
Opening reception with Live Music by the 5th Grade Jazz Band (Performing 6:00-6:15)
Art certificates will be available for all students who attend. There is no registration required and the admission is free. There are 12,000 homeless women and 10,000 homeless girls in Massachusetts who face a humiliating reality: limited or no access to feminine hygiene products.
The Westwood Young Women’s Club has partnered with local business to support Dignity Matters, a non-profit organization that provides these much needed items to women and girls in need, by hosting a collection drive from April 23 – May 4.
Fight Poverty. Help local women. Support Dignity Matters.
Your donations of bras (new and lightly used), pads, tampons and underwear (new) help these women and girls stay healthy, boost school attendance, and live with basic dignity.
To learn more about Dignity Matters visit www.dignity-matters.org/ Donated items may be dropped off at the following locations:
ARCH Orthodontics, Westwood Roche Bros, Westwood Byrna Bornstein Speech-language Pathology Rockland Trust, Westwood CrossFit Florian Gym, Norwood Salon Beni, Walpole Firefly Yoga, Westwood & Foxboro The Dance Force, Norwood First Parish Of Westwood Wellesley Pediatric Speech Therapy, Wellesley Frame Studio, Westwood Westwood Family Chiropractic, Westwood Get In Shape For Women, Westwood Westwood Youth and Family Services, Westwood Kids In Sports, Walpole Portraits in the Park 2018 Photography $60 MAY by 5 & 6 Caroline Sat / Sun Maguire 9AM-3PM
Location Photography by Sen Ki Trail, 1255 High St. Caroline Maguire Westwood (between Sheehan School and Sunoco Station) Westwood Early Childhood Council Annual Fundraising Event
Register and pay for a sitting: The Details: https://tinyurl.com/weccpip 5 minute sessions $60 for sitting fee and digital file For more information: Digital file will be emailed from Website: photographer and prints can be http://www.westwood.k12.ma.us/early-childhood-council/ ordered from photographer and Email : [email protected] any photo printing site or store.
In this course, we will explore the foundations of Raja Yoga. Journey back into the experience of peace, harmony, and inner power through this unique form of meditation. Understand the spiritual identity of the soul and experience how our daily actions & choices influence the main functions of the soul - the mind, intellect, and impressions. Explore the power of thoughts and how they can bring harmony and build better relationships in our lives. We will also discover methods to understand and connect with the unconditional support of the Source. When we keep ourselves full, we have so much more to give others!
Merrillyn Hener is a physical therapist who specializes in Integrative Manual Therapy. She currently works with a Cambridge based outpatient clinic and a Newton-based home health agency. Merrillyn began her study and practice of Raja Yoga in 2008 while living in Ethiopia. She now serves as a Co- Coordinator of Inner Space Meditation Center and Galley. Merrillyn is a former resident of Westwood and graduated from Westwood High School. Instructor This course is for three Saturdays. Please register ONLY if you are able to attend ALL three sessions. Space is limited.
May 5th, 12th & 19th 10:00am – 12:00pm Please Register: https://rajayogacourse-westwood.eventbrite.com ADMISSION FREE. Must be over 18 years of age. Westwood Public Library, 660 High St. , Westwood, MA 02090
For information contact [email protected] or 781-801-4206
***Troop 31015 (Council Travel Group) presents Workshops as a money earning activity for our trip to the Grand Canyon. Please join us for an exciting program!***
Hunger Games Challenge
Sunday, May 6th 1pm – 5pm Camp Cedar Hill, Waltham Girls in grades 4-8 $15.00 per girl includes badge
Come to camp and perfect your survival skills! Challenge yourself in our HUNGER GAMES!
Girls will need to eat lunch before they arrive. We will supply a snack.
If you have any questions, please email [email protected]
Hunger Games Challenge
Please return registration form with money to: Joanna Lenahan, GSEMA, 111 East Grove Street, Middleboro, MA 02346. Once we receive your registration, a confirmation will be sent.
Name
Address
Phone Number Troop Number
# of girls Total Amount Enclosed
PLEASE ALSO INCLUDE A LIST OF THE NAMES OF THE GIRLS PARTICIPATING. THANKS! Westwood SEPAC SPECIAL EDUCATION PARENT ADVISORY COUNCIL
Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Benefts for Students in Transition from School to Adult Life.
This presentation will provide you with information about: • Basic Information about Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Kathleen Kelly MPA,CWIC • The impact work may have on benefts Student Benefts Counselor/ North Region • Social Security Administration [email protected] (SSA) Work Incentives (857) 319-1021 • Student Benefts Counseling
Date: Thursday, May 10th, 7:00-9:00pm Location: Westwood High School, 220 Nahatan Street Park in the front horseshoe parking lot off Nahatan Street. Go through the doors marked “District Administration”. Once inside follow signage to Professional Development Room.
Please join us as early as 6:30 for cofee/cookies and to socialize.
Join our closed Facebook Group: Westwood SEPAC-Special Education Parent Advisory Council To volunteer, questions, or submit ideas on forum topics email: [email protected] SEPAC Board: Megan Brenk & Meggan Flaherty, Co-chairs • Angela Pomarole, Secretary • Kelly Anderson, Treasurer COMEDY NIGHT Friday, May 11th 8:00pm at Victory Grille $25 in advance, $30 at the door Call the Thurston at (781) 326-7500 ext. 2336 To Benefit the Thurston MS 8 th Grade Trip But…Not for kids Doors open at 7:15
Mother's Makes a Day Great Weekend! Gift!
Jim Colliton Comedy Central, CBS, XM satellite radio
Al Park Host - Kate Nee Winner Boston Comedy Boston Women in Comedy Festival Festival & Cleveland Comedy Studio Cambridge Comedy Festival Carolyn Plummer A regular at Giggles, Laugh Boston, & Nick’s Comedy Stop
Victory Grille, 233 Elm St, Dedham, MA Make a reservation to have dinner before! Victory Grille (781) 686-1746
Join the conversation!
The Westwood Cultural Council invites YOU to help advise us how best to allocate public dollars for programs and activities in the arts, humanities and interpretive sciences. As you may know, our all-volunteer, municipally appointed council receives an annual allocation of money to fund projects by individuals, organizations and schools that serve a broad range of interests and needs.
Our task is challenging! We receive many more proposals than we are able to fund. As we distribute public dollars, it is essential that we gather local public opinion and learn more about what the community needs. This will help us develop useful criteria and funding priorities to guide our grant making decisions.
We invite you to participate in a one-hour conversation with your neighbors on Monday, May 14 at 7:00pm in the Community Room at the Westwood Public Library.
We seek feedback about: -What current programs and activities - in the arts, humanities and interpretive sciences - are important to support or maintain? -What cultural activities might be missing from our community? -What community issues might be helped by arts and cultural programming? -How have you, your organization, your kids and/or the community been affected by council grants?
Questions? Please email us at [email protected]
Westwood SEPAC SPECIAL EDUCATION PARENT ADVISORY COUNCIL
The Neuropsychological Evaluation
Join us for a presentation from Dania Gafn, Ph.D., a Westwood parent and owner of Child and Adolescent Psychological Services PLLC. www.cap-psych.com/ Dania will be presenting and answering questions such as:
• Why and when would I seek a neuropsycho- • What’s the diference between a school logical evaluation for my child? evaluation, private neuropsych testing, and • What are the long term benefts? hospital-based testing? • How often should they be done? • What is the process and what should I expect? • What is/is not typically covered by insurance?
Date: Wednesday, May 16th, Networking @ 6:30pm, Presentation 7:00-9:00pm Location: Westwood High School, 220 Nahatan Street Park in the front horseshoe parking lot off Nahatan Street. Go through the doors marked “District Administration”. Once inside follow signage to Professional Development Room.
Please join us as early as 6:30 for cofee/cookies and to socialize.
Join our closed Facebook Group: Westwood SEPAC-Special Education Parent Advisory Council To volunteer, questions, or submit ideas on forum topics email: [email protected] SEPAC Board: Megan Brenk & Meggan Flaherty, Co-chairs • Angela Pomarole, Secretary • Kelly Anderson, Treasurer Author Talk: Elinor Lipman and Mameve Medwed TUESDAY, MAY 22ND 7:00 PM WESTWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY
Followed by the Friends Annual Meeting
Mameve Medwed--Bangor, Maine's other writer--is the author of five novels, Mail, Host Family, The End of an Error, How Elizabeth Barrett Browning Saved My Life, Of Men and Their Mothers. Her Elinor Lipman is the author of 13 short stories, essays, book books of fiction and nonfiction, reviews have appeared in the including The Inn at Lake Devine, New York Times, Boston Isabel's Bed, The Family Globe, Gourmet, Redbook, Man, The View From Penthouse Yankee, The Missouri Review, B and I Can't Complain: (All Too) and The Washington Post. Personal Essays. She was the 2011-12 Elizabeth Drew professor of creative writing at Smith College, and is a Sponsored by the Friends of the board member and trustee of PEN-America.
We serve creative cuisine. And worthy causes.
Present this certificate to your server and supporters of
Thurston Middle School PTO supporting the 8th Grade semi-formal
will receive 15% of your total purchase*.
Valid: Wednesday, May 23, 2018
*Excludes Alcohol, Tax and Gratuity
70 University Avenue, Westwood, MA 02090 • 781-335-4400
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CODE RED
• Over the course of her life a woman will have approximately 450 periods. • Not everyone can afford the related expenses of this monthly force of nature they cannot control. • Please help those less fortunate if you can by donating pads and tampons.
Ambassador Girl Scout Troop 74112 Collecting until June 10th is collecting pads and tampons to donate to Massachusetts families in Donation bin locations: transition thru The United Way. • Roche Bros. • Westwood Town Hall UNITED we can find a WAY to • Westwood Youth & Family make life better PERIOD. Services
Thank you for your support!!! Look for the bin labeled CODE RED
Westwood Track Club
Summer Conditioning/Speed Program 2018
Two 90-minute sessions/week Monday and Wednesday nights
June 11th - August 15th Open to all athletes, ages 3-14
✩ REGISTER NOW ✩ JOIN NOW ✩ SIGN-UP NOW ✩ www.trackclinic.com
Monday and Wednesday evenings 6-7:30pm June 11th through August 15th
Westwood High School 200 Nahatan Street, Westwood, MA 02090
www www.trackclinic.com
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Westwood Youth Track Club Registration 2018
Family Last Name: ______Today’s Date: ______Athlete’s Name: ______Age: ______T-shirt size ______Athlete’s Name: ______Age: ______T-shirt size ______Athlete’s Name: ______Age: ______T-shirt size ______Athlete’s Name: ______Age: ______T-shirt size ______***Any athlete under the age of 5 will need to be accompanied by an adult (14-up) for each practice to accommodate safety protocols. This adult will participate in all activities with his/her emerging track athlete.
Parent/Guardian Information Name(s): ______Phone Number: ______2nd Phone Number: ______Email Address: ______2nd Email Address: ______Home Address: ______
Additional Emergency Contact Info. (name, relationship & number): ______
Medical Information (allergies, asthma, recent injuries, health conditions, other): ______
I understand that promotional pictures and videos will be taken during club events. I give permission for my son’s/daughter’s picture to be used for promotional materials (local newspapers, website, calendars, brochures, PowerPoint, slideshow, etc.) in highlighting the club. PLEASE NOTE THAT NAMES WILL NOT BE USED. I agree. I do not agree. Signature: ______
By registering for Westwood Track Club, I release Westwood Track Club Coaches, Westwood Track Club Staff, and additional coaches/volunteers from any and all liabilities and waive all claims against them.
I agree. I do not agree. Signature: ______
Please submit this form and your payment ($149/individual or $279/family) to: Westwood Track Club P.O. Box 371 Westwood, MA 02090
www.trackclinic.com
DEDHAM PEE WEE FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION, INC.
REGISTRATION IS OPEN!!!!!!
DEDHAM IS PROUD TO OPEN UP OUR PROGRAM TO THE BOYS AND GIRLS OF WESTWOOD WHO LOVE FOOTBALL AND CHEER AS MUCH AS WE DO!!
WE ARE CURRENTLY HAVING OUR EARLY BIRD SPECIAL!! Registration Dates and Fees are as follows: Online Registration ONLY at www.dedhamyouthfootball.com
Registration Dates Football Cheer Early Bird 4/1 – 5/31 $200 $175
Regular 5/31 – 6/30 $225 $200
Late 7/1 – 7/31 $250 $225
Registration is CLOSED on 8/1! Sign up now and SAVE!!
Be sure to visit our website www.dedhamyouthfootball.com
For any questions or concerns, please visit our FAQ page. If they are not addressed there, feel free to email us at [email protected]
MMO Nursery School 288 Washington Street Westwood, MA 02090 781/326-7448 [email protected]
Ongoing Registration
We are currently accepting registration for our 2018-2019 School Year.
• Preschool and Jr. Preschool • Classes for Children ages 2 – 5 years old • Lunch Program • Extended Day Optional • School Calendar – September through June
For more information, please call or visit our website www.mmonurseryschool.com