Monday, June 27, 2016

Happy Summer!

I hope that your summer is off to a great start.  As predicted, June went by so very quickly.  There were many wonderful celebrations to culminate the hard work of our students, and we were also busy planning for the new year.


I want to thank you all for your incredible support in all ways throughout the year! Our strong partnership contributes greatly to your children’s successes, and it is what makes Muraco a dynamic learning environment.


Teacher Assignments:  We will be mailing teacher assignments home on Friday, August 12th.


New Elementary Report Cards- Survey for Parents


By now you have had a chance to read over your child’s report card for the spring term. As a reminder, this year we piloted new report cards in these grade levels. In order to determine what changes are needed in order to have a finalized report card in place for the 2016-2017 school year, we are soliciting input from parents. Please take the time to complete the following survey to help inform the work of the report card revision committee:




We look forward to your feedback!
-The Elementary Report Card Revision Committee


I wish you a summer filled with happy memories!
A Fond Farewell to Ms. Saba and Mrs. Souris

Field Day Fun!


Relaxing after the Kickball Game with Parents and Staff!

Happy Summer!

I hope that your summer is off to a great start.  As predicted, June went by so very quickly.  There were many wonderful celebrations to culminate the hard work of our students, and we were also busy planning for the new year.


I want to thank you all for your incredible support in all ways throughout the year! Our strong partnership contributes greatly to your children’s successes, and it is what makes Muraco a dynamic learning environment.


Teacher Assignments:  We will be mailing teacher assignments home on Friday, August 12th.


New Elementary Report Cards- Survey for Parents


By now you have had a chance to read over your child’s report card for the spring term. As a reminder, this year we piloted new report cards in these grade levels. In order to determine what changes are needed in order to have a finalized report card in place for the 2016-2017 school year, we are soliciting input from parents. Please take the time to complete the following survey to help inform the work of the report card revision committee:




We look forward to your feedback!
-The Elementary Report Card Revision Committee


I wish you a summer filled with happy memories!

Tuesday, June 14, 2016

Update 6.14.16

Another year that went lightening fast! The last days of school are packed with many end of year celebrations where our students have a chance to shine.  It’s a great way to kick off the summer!


Staffing Update:
As you are aware we have many changes in staffing for the upcoming school year.  Below please find the most recent additions to our staff.  


We are delighted to be welcoming:
  • Kelly Cunha as the new social worker in the Partnership Program.
  • Matt Comenitz to the first grade team.
  • Caitlin Fay and Tricia Kelley to the fifth grade team.


There are also some internal changes.
  • Christina Ulacco will be moving to third grade
  • Maria Haines will join the kindergarten team.
  • Lauren Cooper’s title will change from the long term sub to grade 3 teacher
  • Lynn Mazzocchi will take on the role of a special education teacher


Here are the grade level teams for next year.


Kindergarten:
  • Maria Haines
  • Cathy Haley
  • Melissa Testa


First Grade:
  • Matt Comenitz
  • Irene Diamond
  • Becky Reyelt


Second Grade:
  • Chrissy Fagner
  • Gillian Goldman
  • Carren Webber


Third Grade
  • Betty Beauchamp
  • Lauren Cooper
  • Christina Ulacco


Fourth Grade:
  • Chrissy Capodanno
  • Eileen Dunleavy
  • Jen Lassins
  • Virginia McDonough


Fifth Grade:
  • Stephanie Andella
  • Caitlin Fay
  • Tricia Kelly
  • Jen Kelley (Dumas)


Bus Applications:
2016-2017 Transportation applications are available online.  If you are interested, please complete and return by July 31st.


SPIRIT DAY
BEACH AND/0R TEAM DAY
FRIDAY, JUNE 24


In honor of Pam Saba and Ellen Souris, who will be retiring at the end of this year, the Student Council is planning a special celebration for our last community meeting on Friday, June 24.  ALL are encouraged to wear their favorite beach and/or team attire.   We want to send our two friends out in style, so we hope EVERYONE will participate.




Our Third Grade Students Going Back in Time

Enjoying a Treat after the Memorial Day Program

Our Young Technician is Loading a New Extension