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November 13, 2023

Good morning from Orlando-

It has been a wonderful few days volunteering with members of the Make a Wish club at Give Kids the World. What an amazing experience for them to support children facing life threatening illness and their families. I know it puts a lot into perspective for all of us that are here. To watch the students make connections and a difference in the lives of the students is an incredible gift. 

As you work on your grades please remember that a minimum grade of 50 should be entered for any failing student. This will remain the practice moving forward. If you have a student that is not engaging at all I will assume you have already had a conversation with the counselor and Dean about that student's grade.

The grading window will close at 8:10am on Thursday, November 16. 

Please review the information regarding the Metrowest Adolescent Health survey which we will be administered on Thursday, November 16. The modified schedule for the day can be found on the calendar

At your request, we will move to X-block 5 days a week beginning on Monday, November 27. We will ask that you make sure all of your activities are scheduled before leaving on Wednesday, November 22 and that you remind students in each class that day to sign up for the following week. As always, please do not allow a student who is not on your roster to stay in your classroom. 

The math MCAS retest will be administered this week on Tuesday and Wednesday. Please check the schedule shared by Meaghan, linked here, for a reminder of the proctor schedule and students testing. 

I will be back in the building on Tuesday and look forward to seeing you then.

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