McGovern Elementary School

The Kindergarten Program (formerly Kindergarten Camp) is July 29 - August 2, 2024. If you have a rising kindergarten student, check out our Introduction to Kindergarten Program. https://bit.ly/4bhu5U8. You can use the online registration form to register your child for a week of fun-filled activities. Registration form: https://bit.ly/3Qo0sYL. This is a great way to help your child transition into kindergarten. Students must be registered for kindergarten to attend the Introduction to Kindergarten Program.

This is just a friendly reminder that Friday, May 17th is an Early Release Day. Dismissal 12:00 pm (Preschool 11:05 am)

The last school day for the 2023-2024 school year is Friday, June 14, 2024.

The approved FY25 Medway Public Schools Budget will be voted on as part of tonight's May 13 Annual Town meeting, which will take place at Medway High School, 88 Summer Street, beginning at 7:00 p.m. You can find the information about the FY25 MPS budget here: https://bit.ly/4dGd7AE

Medway Public Schools seeks your feedback as we embark on the exciting endeavor of crafting our 2025-2028 Strategic Plan. We invite you to share your perspectives, insights, and aspirations. Please complete our brief planning survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MedwaySPSurvey

Medway Public Schools seeks your feedback as we embark on the exciting endeavor of crafting our 2025-2028 Strategic Plan. We invite you to share your perspectives, insights, and aspirations. Please complete our brief planning survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MedwaySPSurvey

All Medway Public Schools will dismiss early on Friday, May 17, for professional development. Dismissal times are as follows: Medway Middle School: 11:02 am Burke-Memorial Elementary: 11:30 am Medway High School: 11:34 am McGovern Elementary: 12:00 pm

Medway Public Schools is looking for an audio/visual booth operator. This part-time, per diem position reports to the Director of IT. Candidates should have 1-2 years of experience in operating lighting, audio, and video controls. Typically, events occur over the weekend, occasionally with weekday evening events included. The entire job description, along with application details, can be found here: https://indeedhi.re/3Qym4lh

The Town Meeting is on May 13, 2024. A special town meeting will start at 7:00 pm. warrant: https://bit.ly/4dbIfYe Annual town meeting will start at 7:30 pm. Warrant: https://bit.ly/3xRwMgu. Report of the Finance Committee: https://bit.ly/3QdNkW3. Key budget priorities encompass the operating budget and capital budget. Babysitting is available from 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm. Register here: https://bit.ly/4b836dN

FRIENDLY REMINDER: Friday, May 3rd is an Arena Day, there are no preschool classes

Nominations for the Burke/Memorial School Plaque are open. Do you know someone who has devoted themselves to service and volunteerism and has made Medway schools/town life better for those who follow? Residents, past or present, who have sacrificed their lives or freedom in service to their country, either as members of the military or as civilians contributing to military or peace efforts, may also be nominated.

This is a reminder that this FREE play put on by the Medway Cultural Council is tonight at 6:30 pm, Wednesday, May 1st, at the Medway High School auditorium. The HS is located at 88 Summer Street. We hope to see you there!

Mother's Day is right around the corner! MFE has you covered with their spring fundraiser. They have partnered with FairTrade Caravan. Sales are open until May 6. 25% of each sale goes to MFE.

The Medway Cultural Council and 2nd Act present I'll Be There For You, a prevention play and talk back. Join us for this FREE play on Wednesday, May 1, at 6:30 pm in the Medway High School auditorium at 88 Summer Street.

Friendly Reminder: Tuesday, April 30th is Welcome to Kindergarten Night from 6:00 - 7:00 pm on Zoom. You do need to register for this event which you can do by clicking on or copy and pasting this link https://medwayschools-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_hXNLHaGoTWaNacVyWm93rA

We are excited to welcome Dr. Crystal Collier to Medway! She will present tonight at the Thayer Homestead. As an adolescent brain development expert, she will share her insights and parenting tips. There is still time to register: https://bit.ly/3Uw4BfY to join us in person or to watch online. We're thrilled to provide the opportunity for attendees to win hundreds of dollars in door prizes. A special thanks to Dr. Crystal Collier, PLLC, Medway Cable Access, Noon Hill Grill MCAP - Medfield Cares About Prevention, Medfield Outreach, Medfield Yoga Studio, and Medway Famous Pizza #SUPMedway #buildingbrightbrains #thisisprevention #knowyourneuro

If your child will be 3 yrs. old by 8/31/24, and you're interested in securing a spot in the integrated preschool program for the '24-'25 school year, please reach out to Sue Frederick for more information. We have limited spots left in the program. sfrederick@medwayschools.org

From Houston, Dr. Collier will be in Medway this Thursday (April 25) at the Thayer Homestead, presenting research-backed parenting tips for effective "brain boosts" and reducing risky behavior. Dr. Collier is an educator, therapist, author, and creator of KnowYour Neuro.org. Register by using this link for in-person participation or to view via live stream. https://bit.ly/3JyknjW

From Houston, Dr. Collier will be in Medway this Thursday, April 25, at the Thayer Homestead, presenting research-backed parenting tips for effective "brain boosts" and reducing risky behavior. Dr. Collier is an educator, therapist, author, and creator of KnowYour Neuro.org. Register by using this link for in-person participation or to view via live stream. https://bit.ly/3JyknjW #buildingbrightbrains #doorprizes

Just a reminder that tomorrow evening will be our Night of the Arts event. If you have not signed up yet but you and your child would still like to come, please use the links below to reserve a time to visit an Allied Arts team member to hear about and see some great learning your child has done this year. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044DA4AF29ABF49-48518931-kindergarten click the link above to sign up for the Kindergarten night on April 24th from 5:00-6:10pm. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044DA4AF29ABF49-48518895-1stgrade Click the link above to sign up for the First Grade night on April 24th from 6:25-7:35pm.