Greetings Students and Families of MESMS!
It is hard to believe, but we are in the final stretch! With April break behind us the end of the year is in sight! That means there is a lot to do before now and the last day of school, Wednesday, June 20th, which is a half day. Enclosed in this newsletter, you will find the May MCAS schedule which impacts all students, grades 5-8. Also, please be sure to keep a close watch on the school’s calendar of events so that you don’t miss a beat.
As you surely have heard by now eReaders are a part of the Middle School educational experience! The students in 5th and 7th grade have been downloading books and enjoying a good read. Many 6th & 8th grade students have been bringing in their eReaders as well. It has been quite the learning experience for us all. I want to thank students, teachers, parents, and especially our IT staff for their patience in rolling out this new program. While we are still working out a few unexpected details here and there, the experience of eReaders in the classroom and in the school setting has been tremendously positive. Parents and guardians can help us by providing feedback as to how eReader use in school is working for their student.
While we do not want to wish the remaining days of the school year away, families of 8th grade students are preparing for their 8th grader to move up to high school. In celebration of this event, please know that 8th Grade Step-Up Day will be taking place on the campus of Mount Holyoke College. The event will be at Chapin Hall on Tuesday, June 19th. Students will be expected to be at MHC by 5:45 p.m. to be lined up for the 6:00 p.m. start. More information and details regarding the event will follow in June.
Best to all,
Erica Faginski-Stark
