ForWard 12.03.23
Upcoming Events
Thursday, Dec 7
Early Release Pizza Sale
Thursday, Dec 14
Ward’s CAS concert with Crocodile River Music @ 8:30am
Monday, Dec 25 - Monday, Jan 1
No School– Winter Vacation
Friday, Jan 12
Ward Hockey Night
See all events on our Calendar
News
From the Co-Presidents
We hope you had an enjoyable weekend. We are excited about the fun that awaits us in the final weeks of 2023 at Ward! The Teacher Appreciation Committee is working diligently to wrap holiday gifts for our teachers and staff, showcasing our gratitude at the Teacher Appreciation Lunch scheduled for December 13.
Please stay tuned for our annual fund appeal, which will be coming this week. We hope to have your support in raising funds for all the planned activities for the school and students.
Rashi & Bryan
Ward PTO Co-Presidents
Fifth Grade Pizza Sale this Thursday
Our fifth grade class will be raising money throughout the school year to support their graduation events and festivities and their presentation of a class gift. Our next pizza sale is on this Thursday December 7, 2023. With a 12:10 dismissal - what is better than a pizza lunch?! This is open to all after school students as well as all families at pick up. $5 for two slices or for one slice and a cookie & clementine. Thanks for your support! Questions? Contact May Chen at maysueki@hotmail.com.
‘Tis the Season of Giving
This is such a fun time of year to recognize our teachers and staff. As a reminder, the NPS Gift Giving Policy states that:
1. Gifts of commercial value must be presented from the entire class/no individual gifts
2. Gifts may not exceed a value of $150/year
3. Individual gifts in the form of sentimental tokens are allowed
4. This policy does not include gifts for the classroom (if interested in further regulation on gifts for the classroom, please see the NPS Equity Policy).
Ward’s CAS concert - Crocodile River Music at 8:30am
Crocodile River Music’s (CRM) is a diverse group of people committed to presenting African art, music, and dance to audiences of all ages, backgrounds, and capabilities. Dakar-Bamako Express focuses on the rich diversity of African cultures. The performance reflects the musical journeys of the performers on the CRM team, each coming from different musical traditions. Students will sing, play instruments, dance, and participate in call and response on and off the stage with the musicians. Ward concert is on Dec 14th.
Community Notes & Announcements
Winter Lacrosse Clinic & Fundraiser by Newton South Varsity Lacrosse Team
This is a great and budget-friendly lacrosse clinic for 4th–8th graders organized and run by Newton South varsity lacrosse players. Funds raised support the lacrosse team and South Best Buddies and STRIDE programs.
Sundays Jan 28, Feb 4, Feb 11, Mar 3 and Mar 10 9:00–10:30am
Newton South Field House
For more information: briggsm@newton.k12.ma.us
Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdOkz703uVVZ5QQFVd5NPsiIkBBgnEzMBbVL9lAAlOE-TZ4zg/viewform.
Bay State Skating School Learn-to-Skate Lessons
Free Public Speaking & Debate Workshop During Vacation Break!
Sign up for a free Public Speaking and Debate Workshop on December 27, 28, 29 or 30, (Lexington and Newton) hosted by Lumos Debate! Your child will love Lumos's friendly instructors and fun activities as they learn about: Speaking Confidence, Debate Fundamentals and Argumentation and Reasoning!
Lumos December Break Public Speaking Workshop (FREE)
Ages: 8-14 years old
Locations: Newton or Lexington
Dates: Choose from Dec 27, 28, 29 or 30
Registration: lumosdebate.com/workshop
This workshop is free for all students. Please make sure to use code COMMUNITY when you register. Email info@lumosdebate.com or call 781-474-3359 with any questions. Register now at: lumosdebate.com/workshop
Newton Youth Lacrosse
Learn to play North America’s oldest team sport and the fastest game on two feet! Newton Youth Lacrosse 2024 season registration is now open! NYL is a town-based program teaching and playing boys' lacrosse. We field teams at Grades 1/2, 3/4, 5/6 and 7/8. NO PRIOR LACROSSE EXPERIENCE is NECESSARY – we welcome new players at EVERY level! Our season runs from April through early June, with practices twice a week with volunteer and professional coaches and games on Sundays against local towns. Learn more about our program and the sport of lacrosse on our website: http://newtonyouthlacrosse.com and follow us on Instagram at @newtonlax !
Please let us know if you have any questions!
And please continue to follow the PTO on instagram @wardelementary_pto