Waterford Memorial School

Transportation Update: Please take a moment to review the information regarding the adjusted bus schedules for DEVON. These changes will take effect starting Monday, January 22nd. Kindly ensure that you are present outside at least 5 minutes prior to the designated bus arrival times. Best regards, Margaret Emery

Here is the PTO's January Newsletter. Please join the next monthly meeting on Monday, January 22nd at 5:00 p.m. at HES or via Zoom. https://msad17.zoom.us/j/85900896695?pwd=azRoUGgvSGViNXdwd2NpLzByeWh1QT09 Meeting ID: 859 0089 6695 Passcode: 809699

A letter for families concerning remote learning days (after our 5th snow day): https://docs.google.com/document/d/1m2m42zFRDcZDJoKZiQIeMMexmRy_yKowa-oX5kUjAzE/edit?usp=sharing

Good Morning Vikings, There will be an early release day today(1/16/23) due to the weather. High School and Middle School will dismiss at 11:00 and Elementary School will dismiss at 12:00. Students don't forget to help your parents shovel snow! Stay Safe, Heather Manchester

Winter Holidays - Dec. 21st- Jan. 1st

Dear Families, Classroom teachers have already sent out conference times for the week of October 23rd. If you haven't yet responded to your child's teacher with your preferred conference time, please take a moment to do so. You can either call the school office or send a message via SeeSaw to your child's teacher. We greatly value these conferences as they provide us the opportunity to discuss your child's progress and address any concerns or questions you may have. Your active participation in this process is appreciated. Thank you for your cooperation. Margaret Emery

We extend our gratitude to the Waterford and Harrison fire fighters for their valuable contribution for teaching our students about fire safety and the crucial role that fire fighters play in safeguarding lives. We greatly appreciate their visit and the captivating demonstration with the community fire truck.

Good Morning Families, Reminder that today (Thursday, Oct. 5th) and Friday, Oct. 6th are 1/2 days. Harrison students will be dismissed at 12:10 and Waterford students dismissed at 12:15 on both days. Wishing you a wonderful day-Margaret Emery, Principal

The Harrison/Waterford PTO is looking for more Chili Cook-Off Contestants! Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdu1GvL-AnFZFQ3l9sPwdtTwocktVL1R52XClRJIDV-AFiRtQ/viewform?usp=sf_link

Subject: School Picture Reminder Dear Families, A friendly reminder that School Pictures will be held on Thursday, September 28th for both Waterford Memorial and Harrison Elementary students. Respectfully, Mrs. Emery

Hope to see you at the first monthly PTO meeting of the 2023-2024 school year! To join via Zoom: https://us05web.zoom.us/j/8649459287?pwd=eTu8kbUjBQ9JcInCZT8TXbSel3g3V9.1

We are thrilled to invite all families to our upcoming open house events. Join us on the dates below for an opportunity to explore your child's learning environment. What a great chance to foster strong connections between home and school, so please mark your calendars and come see the great things happening. We can't wait to welcome you! Waterford Memorial Open House: Sept. 6th from 5:30-6:30 Harrison Elementary Open House: Sept. 13th from 5:30-6:30

Important Announcement: Bus Schedule Updated!🚌 Good Evening Families- Our bus garage is continuing to work on bus times. You may go onto the district webpage to find your child's latest bus schedule. https://www.msad17.org/ If you have questions, regarding your times please reach out to the bus garage. WMS Parent Drop Off - 9:00 - 9:15 Parent Pick Up - 3:15 - 3:25 HES Parent Drop Off: 8:50 - 9:00 Parent Pick Up - 3:10 - 3:20

PTO has rescheduled the meeting scheduled for Tuesday. Please read the attached flyer. Margaret Emery

Dear Families, The School Board has approved remote snow days for the remainder of the 2022-2023 school year. Please read the letter at this link. https://docs.google.com/document/d/14tIG_Qml-XUU3WSShT4FqnA82iNJK3fDT4fUfY5Sa8c/edit?usp=sharing

Pre-K Registration Time Children who will be 4 years old on or before October 15, 2023 are eligible for the Pre-Kindergarten programs in the district. To receive an application, please contact Marjorie Scribner at 207.743.8972 Ext 8268 or email m.scribner@msad17.org . Information about the Pre-Kindergarten program can be found on the MSAD #17 website https://www.msad17.org/page/enroll-your-child

Waterford Christmas Tree Lighting

************************************************************************************* Attention all families: Please take this 5 minute survey from MaineHealth. Even if you completed the survey last year, we need your participation again! Everyone who completes the survey will be entered into a prize drawing and five lucky winners across the state will each receive a $100 Amazon gift card for their personal use AND if you win, our school will receive $1,000. Other schools are participating, so the more families from our school who complete the survey, the greater our chance of winning $1,000! Contact information for the prize drawing will be collected at the end of the survey and will not be connected to your survey responses. All survey responses are anonymous. Copy and paste the following link to begin the survey: https://redcap.link/2022FamilySCH Thank you! Best regards, Emily Walters, MPH Director, Let's Go! Center for Health Improvement at MaineHealth ****************************************************************

PTO Meeting- October 11th

Information for Parent Pick Up and Drop for Waterford Memorial and Harrison Elementary. The start and end times for Waterford students has adjusted to 8:50-3:15. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iXA0T4hbYpzv4lYucoYXA9EZDf0xVXb0ZWjwKo53mBQ/edit?usp=sharing