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March 17, 2025

Happy St. Patrick's Day! 

Thanks for all of the work you did on Friday. I hope enjoyed the chance to collaborate with colleagues and engage in some curriculum discussions.

And congratulations to all of the raffle winners. If you chose class coverage or a mid-week flex, just let us know when you want to use your prize. If you chose a Dunkin gift card...come see me...they are expired! We'll get them replaced.

A reminder that our friends from Japan are visiting this week on Thursday. The list of pairs is here. Please let us know if you need additional seats in your classroom. They will arrive at 8:30 am and leave at 2:30 pm. If your class would like to attend their presentation during A block, feel free to just come to the auditorium at 1:50 pm. 

A team from Franklin High School will be visiting during x-block on Thursday as well, as they are in the process of adding a similar block to their schedule. We may pop into a couple of spaces. If you have something planned you think they would enjoy seeing please let me know.

Friday, March 21 is World Down Syndrome Day. Wear your favorite colorful, mismatched socks to celebrate everything that makes us different!

Just an FYI I will be out of the building for the afternoon on Monday for a MSAA Board meeting and most of the day on Tuesday for a conference. 

I have posted the MCAS Materials for Spring 2025 in the staff Google classroom.

Staff are encouraged and welcome to attend the following presentation:
Are you interested in talking more about antisemitism in our community? Thanks to the generosity of an AHS parent, students and other members of the Ashland community are invited to hear Myrieme Nadri-Churchill, Executive Director, and Miri Bar- Halpern, Director of Trauma Services & Training, both from Parents4Peace speak at AHS on Thursday, March 27 at 3:00 pm in the AHS auditorium. Antisemitic incidents in U.S. K-12 schools have seen a significant rise in recent years. According to the Anti-Defamation League's (ADL) 2023 Audit of Antisemitic Incidents, there were 1,162 such incidents in K-12 schools, marking a 135% increase from the previous year. Educators, school leaders, and healthcare professionals are on the front lines, often witnessing the effects of hate, misinformation, and radicalization on students and families. This workshop aims to equip participants with the knowledge and tools to recognize modern antisemitism, combat extremism, and foster inclusive, trauma-informed environments. Please complete this RSVP to attend. This event is open to students in grades 8-12 and interested caregivers. Snacks will be provided!

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