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Monday, October 2nd = DAY 2

Tuesday, October 3rd = DAY 3

Wednesday, October 4th = DAY 4 

Thursday, October 5th = DAY 5

Friday, October 6th = DAY 6

Hi everyone!

It is common to hear middle school educators say, "We never have a dull day!" Today was certainly no exception! We ended our day with a power outage! Despite the disruption, our students did an excellent job remaining in their classrooms until we planned and coordinated transitions. Thankfully, the power was restored within about 40 minutes. Thank you to our incredible custodial staff and buildings and grounds for helping us fix this unexpected situation!

We would also like to take a moment to recognize our wonderful custodial staff on this special day of appreciation. We are truly grateful for all that you do each day to make Walsh a cleaner, safer, and welcoming place for our students and staff. Your hard work and dedication are great appreciated!!!

Just a reminder, Session 1 Clubs begin next week. Clubs run Monday through Wednesday from 3:00-4:30pm. Families should have received notification from the Flyers After School Program indicating whether their child is enrolled in a club or has been placed on a waiting list.

I wish you and your family a wonderful weekend. We hope to see you at Framingham Fest tomorrow!

-Beth

"The beauty of literature is you allow readers to see things through other people's eyes. 

All good books do this."

- Sandra Cisneros, Mexican-American Author

Roary, our mascot, is getting ready to dance tomorrow at the Framingham Fest! The Framingham Fest starts at 11a.m. on the Framingham Common. The Mascot Competition starts at 12:15pm. We hope to see you there!!!!

Picture Retake Day is for any student who was absent for the September (9/16)Picture Day. It is also for any new students or for any student who would like to have their picture taken again. We do not have every student take a new picture.

Pop Choir Registration is now OPEN!!!

Walsh Pop Choir starts Dec. 2nd on Wednesdays afterschool 3:00pm to 4:30pm.

Please register here!

Please contact Ms.Matsumura for any questions!

The Framingham Public Health Department is offering a free Youth Mental Health First Aid training on October 19th at the Framingham Public Library. This training is intended for any adult who works with or cares for adolescents ages 10-18.

Thank you for reminding your child to bring their ID badge to school each day. We appreciate your partnership and support!

* The Keefe Tech Field Trip is scheduled for Friday, 10/30. This field trip is for all 8th graders and will take place during the school day.

Please reach out to Mrs. Languzzi, the 8th grade counselor, with any questions.

To promote student learning and mental health, and to reduce distractions during the school day, cell phones/smart watches and other non-school authorized electronic devices may not be used at any time during school hours. Limiting device use helps create a more focused learning environment and can improve students’ well-being by reducing social media usage during the school day.

If a parent/guardian chooses to send their child to school with a cell phone/smartwatch or other non-school authorized electronic device, it must be turned off and stored in the student’s backpack or locker.

Any cell phone/smart watch or non-school authorized device seen or used during the school day will be confiscated by staff, and parents/guardians will be notified. The device will be returned to the student at the end of the day.

Repeated violations will result in the device being held in the office until a parent/guardian meets with administration to pick it up.

When it is necessary to get an important message to your child during the school day, please call the main office and leave a message with the school secretary.

8th Grade students will enter the building at Door 21 (middle of building)

7th Grade students will enter the building at Door 22 (band and drama hallway)

6th Grade Students will enter the building at Door 17 (at the end of the building)

Any student getting breakfast will enter the building via the main lobby.

Dismissal Process: For the safety and efficiency of dismissal, we have outlined the following procedures:

1. Walkers and Pick-Up: Students who walk home or are being picked up will be dismissed first. This will help ease congestion and ensure a smooth transition for these students.

2. Bus Riders: Students who have a seat on a bus will be dismissed by bus. Our staff will be on hand to guide students to their designated buses and ensure they board safely.

Reminders:

- PLEASE DRIVE SLOWLY, stay alert, and watch carefully for students at all times.

- Please be respectful to all staff members directing traffic.

School Counselors

Mrs. Shaffer - 6th Grade Adjustment Counselor

Mrs. Kelley - 7th Grade

Mrs. Languzzi - 8th Grade - Spanish/English speaking

Nurse

Mrs. Reidt - School Nurse

Social Workers and School Psychologists

Mrs. White - Social Worker

Mr. Otto Johnson - School Psychologist

Ms. Stephanie Santana - School Psychologist - Spanish & Portuguese speaking

Kristen Dykeman - BRYT Teacher

Renee Conlin - BRYT Social Worker

Evelyn Gonzalez - Asst. Office Manager - Spanish speaking

Tyffany Segura Galvez - Assistant Office Manager  - Spanish speaking

Audrey Dunham - Special Education Team Coordinator - French speaking

Courtney Ryan - 6th grade Assistant Principal

Alma Barillas - 7th Grade Assistant. Principal - Spanish speaking

Christina Sickles - 8th Grade Assistant Principal

Beth Herrmann - Principal

Email: walshportal@framingham.k12.ma.us
Website: https://www.framingham.k12.ma.us/walsh
Location: 301 Brook Street, Framingham, MA, USA
Phone: 508-626-9181
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/walshmiddleschool/
Twitter: @WalshMSFramingh