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WPS BILLBOARD  MAY 16, 2012
NEW POSTINGS
THE WESTFORD POLICE DEPARTMENT’S K-9 PROGRAM - Money Calendar Fundraiser for the Westford K-9 Program to raise money to support the program. The funds raised will be used to purchase a SUV cruiser and to outfit the cruiser with equipment necessary to accommodate and allow Officer Peladeau and his two partners Beny and Misty to do their job. The fundraiser is a money calendar that will run for the month of June; the cost of purchasing one of these calendars is fifteen dollars and we will be giving away a total of $3525.00 during the month. There will be a drawing every day during June. The amount shown each day is the amount you can win, which ranges anywhere from $50 to $350 on a given day. Everyone purchasing a calendar will have 30 chances to win. If you win, your ticket will automatically be re-entered,
allowing you the chance to win multiple times. Winners will be contacted by phone and receive their check by mail. Calendars will be available in the main office of all Westford schools. You may send cashor a check in to school with your student to purchase a calendar. Checks are to be made payable to MA-Vest-A-Dog / Westford. For more information on the WPD K-9, visit http://www.facebook.com/pages/Westford-MA-K9/208490315921305
REMINDERS
WESTFORD ELEMENTARY PTO (WEPTO)
Lowell Spinners
Are you thinking of about going to a Lowell Spinners game this summer? If you are, here is a great opportunity to buy your tickets and support WEPTO. For every ticket purchased through the Lowell Spinners website using a special code, WEPTO will earn $2-$4 per ticket at no additional charge to you. There is no ticket limit and you can use the code an unlimited number of times. For more information, visit: www.westford.com/westelmpto/2012/LowellSpinners.pdf
Dine Around & Stay in Town
WEPTO is sponsoring its first Dine Around & Stay in Town event. Westford offers an array of wonderful restaurants to enjoy. Schedule an afternoon luncheon with friends or an evening out to dinner with the family. Five restaurants will donate 10-20% of the sales made (dine in or carry out) on May 21-23. For a complete listing of restaurants, event detailsand to obtain the flier, follow this link: www.westford.com/westelmpto/2012/DineAound.pdf
2ND ANNUAL WESTFORD FAMILY FUNFEST – “Let’s Celebrate Westford” has started…
The Westford Family FunFest Committee presents the "2nd Annual Let's Celebrate Westford" from April 1 - May 31. Many different Westford groups, organizations will be presenting programs, events, volunteer opportunities, contests and more for all ages to highlight the wonderful community of Westford during this time period. Visit the www.westford.com/funfest to check out all the events and programs - updated weekly.
The Westford Family FunFest website offers a central website for programs, events, volunteer opportunities offered in Westford during the year. The four event periods during the year include - Westford Fall FunFest, Westford Winter FunFest, Let's Celebrate Westford FunFest, and Westford Summer FunFest. If you have an event or program your organization would like listed - send information to funfest@westford.com . Can send PDF files and photos – will try to use them. The Westford Family FunFest Committee includes Roudenbush Community Center,
Westford Education Foundation, WASA (Westford Against Substance Abuse), Westford Kiwanis and Habitat for Humanity of Greater Lowell.
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY of Greater Lowell - Please join us in the upcoming hike for humanity! This is a great opportunity to reach out to those in need and hike with friends & family. The hike will take place on two different dates, May 19th and June 2nd. Please visit www.takeahikeforhumanity.org to register and to find more information! Proceeds will help benefit Habitat for Humanity of Greater Lowell. Grab your hiking boots and join us!
WESTFORD SEPAC will be showing the documentary Misunderstood Minds, on Wednesday, May 23rd from 7:00 - 9:00 PM at the Crisafulli School Library. Please join the SEPAC for our final meeting of the year. After our annual elections we will be watching the documentary Misunderstood Minds: This educational video focuses on children with learning disabilities and what parents and teachers can do to understand them. A lot of these kids try to hide their problems through coping mechanisms or are called names by other classmates. Mel Levine, M.D. and other leading experts in the field present various methods to identify and manage these struggling students. The technical information is told through personal stories of a few kids diagnosed with learning disabilities. Questions may be directed to westfordsepac@yahoo.com. We hope the see you there!
MEMORIAL DAY PLANNING – Westford’s Memorial Day service is planned for Sunday, May 27, 2012, the rain date will be Monday, May 28th. There is a Memorial Day Mass @ St. Catherine's on Saturday @ 4 PM. Other activities will be on Sunday, starting in Forge Village at 8 AM. A Parade from Roudenbush to the Common starts at noon. Westford is reaching out to the students and residents for volunteers to participate in this year's program. If you would like to assist with coordinating events or being a participant, please contact:
Terry M. Stader, SCPO, USN (Ret.), Veterans Service Officer
978-392-1170 (voice mail) - Fax: 978-392-0890
WESTFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL PTO NEWS
8th grade Parents
The 8th Grade Celebration, being held Thurs, June 14th at Stony Brook in the Gym from
7 - 9 PM, is already forming committees and we need your help. In order to make this a memorable event for our kids, we need help in the following areas on June 14th:
Setup : from 8 am - 3 pm
Clean-up : from 9 - 10 pm
MSPTO Board - Open Positions for 2012-2013
Our Middle School Parent Teacher Organization relies upon it's many volunteers to provide and support the numerous events, fundraising activities, and arts & education programming that contribute to an inviting school environment for our children. Please consider volunteering for one of these open positions for next school year ... Webmaster, Fundraising Coordinator, and Chairperson(s) for each of these fundraisers; Magazine Drive, Yankee Candle, Apparel Sale. Please contact Chris Ross @ chrross.ma@gmail.com or Kristy Rodman @ kristyrodman@comcast.net with any questions about these positions. Any person interested in a position, should plan on attending the next WMSPTO general meeting on June 6th at 4 pm.
WESTFORD PARKS & RECREATION
Junior Golf
Join instructor, Larry Finnegan, at Kimball Farms Driving Range for one-hour lessons guaranteed to please both parents and children, ages 7 and up. Lessons take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays, May 15, 17, 22, 24, and 29 from 4 to 5 PM Fee: $120 includes all equipment, balls and instruction.
Tiny-Tots Soccer
These are cooperative classes for children, ages 2 and 3, and their mom, dad or caregiver. Run, jump and kick around the Abbot School Playground with your little tyke in these classes designed specifically for adult and child interaction with a soccer theme. Max 12 adults, one child each. Tuesdays, May 22, 29, and June 5. Rain Date: June 12. Time: 5:30 to 6 PM or 6 to 6:30 PM. Fee: $30
Ready, Set, Go!
Westford Parks and Recreation is excited to announce a new summer venture for children ages 4-6. Ready, Set, Go! provides fun and challenging activities including literacy, imaginary play, early math and science concepts, sports and games, music and movement, riding the school bus and much more. We are pleased to announce that in addition to Robinson WPC Site Director, Linda Hillman, Louise Allwein, Robinson Extended Day Kindergarten Teacher, will also be joining us for the entire summer. Whether your child is entering Kindergarten and you are looking to ease the transition by building readiness skills, or your child has already completed Kindergarten but could benefit from continued summer enrichment, Ready, Set, Go! is the perfect option. Registration forms and additional information can be
found at the Recreation Department located at 35 Town Farm Road and online at www.westfordrec.com.
WA CREW TEAM FUNDRAISER - Spring is the season to display your WESTFORD SPIRIT FLAG for game day, Apple Blossom Festival May 16 - 20, WA Graduation and "Let's Celebrate Westford" Weekend June 1,2 3!! Show your town spirit with a purchase of a 3’x5’ House/Pole Flag ($35), or 12”x 18” Ornamental/Garden Flag ($15). Special: garden flag with holder only $20! These maroon all-weather flags feature a large grey W flanked by Grey Ghosts. The W flag is a great gift idea for your favorite student athlete or graduating senior, family, friends or a special teacher. Proceeds support Westford Academy's State and Regional medal winning crew program, and the many rowing programs offered through Westford Recreation Department for teens through seniors. Flags may be purchased at the
Recreation Department, Westford Academy Ghost Post School Store, Ace Hardware - Groton Road, Roudenbush Community Center, the Westford Museum or by contacting Mary Dominici at filobos@verizon.net.
WESTFORD POP WARNER - Youth Football & Cheer (boys and girls ages 5-14): FINAL REGISTRATION and MANDATORY Equipment Pick-up
Date: Saturday, June 9
Time: 9:00 AM - Noon
Location: Abbot Elementary
SUMMER PROGRAMS:
GREY GHOST SUMMER ACADEMY 2012 is offering the following 4 summer courses at WA:
- Preparing for Algebra II
- Preparing for Pre-Calculus
- Official SAT Math Prep by College Board
- The College Application Process: Be Ready Early!
2012 Grey Ghost Academy course descriptions and application may be found at
Cost per course is $125.00 (12 classes)
Time: 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Class Dates:
Week 1 June 25th to June 28th
Week 2 July 2nd & 3rd
Week 3 July 9th to 12th
Week 4 July 16th & 17th
Interested students should register with Mrs. Samaha in the guidance office before May 18.
THE SUMMER SCHOOL FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS 2012 PROGRAM will commence at Westford Academy on June 25 and run through August 4. Hours are 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM with extended morning options available. SSPA is open to students entering third grade through eleventh grade. The Summer School for the Performing Arts offers tracks in Musical Theater, Dramatic Acting and Technical Theater with a new Shakespeare in the Park experience for students entering Grades 11 and 12!
SUMMER 2012 SEASON
Session One - June 25 through July 14
Godspell by John Michael Tebelak & Stephen Schwartz
Performances on July 13th and July 14th.
Session Two - July 16 through August 4
RENT: School Edition by Jonathan Larson
(recommended for students ages 12 and older)
Performances on August 3rd and August 4th.
Shakespeare in the Park
June 25 through July 28
A Midsummer Night's Dream by William Shakespeare
Performances on July 27th and July 28th.
Plays selected for production in Dramatic Acting will be announced in June. Performances will be held on July 13th and July 14th, August 3rd and August 4th. For more information please visit our web site at wa.westfordk12.us/sspa or Download the flyer. Contact us sspa@westfordk12.us with questions or concerns. EVOLVE this summer at SSPA!
HEALTH PROGRAMS AND NOTIFICATONS
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