March 27, 2024

 
Dear JMS Families, 
 
We are rapidly approaching the end of March.  It is amazing how during the month of March our weather changes! Signs of Spring are everywhere! If you have the opportunity to take a look at our garden boxes, you can see the bulbs planted by our students in the fall beginning to sprout.  
 
Please follow our Drop-off and Pick-up Procedures to ensure an orderly and safe transition from home to school.  Please review our procedures and expectations by clicking the link below.
 
 
The parking spaces along the driveway at Bales are reserved for Student Services Staff and Visitors to Bales. Moving forward please do not park in these spaces.
 
JMS Galactic Get Together:  Our annual Family Fun Night at Jacques Memorial is scheduled for Thursday, April 11th from 6:00 to 7:30 pm. The theme for the night is "Jacques Galactic Get Together," featuring an exciting focus on math and literacy skills with an "Out of this World” theme. Pizza will be served, ensuring a delicious evening for all attendees. Join us for an out-of-this-world experience filled with learning and fun!
 
Please RSVP using this form so we may plan for the event. 
 
MES-PTO Meeting: Please join us for our monthly PTO Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, April 2nd, 2024 from 6:00 - 7:30 pm in the JMS Library.  If you can’t join us in person, join us virtually by clicking the ZOOM link below: 
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 897 8335 5142
Passcode: vEj8GN
 
 
2024-25 Kindergarten Registration: We had a very successful Kindergarten Registration Kick-off event last week! If you were unable to attend, parents and guardians can begin the student registration process through our POWER ENROLLMENT PORTAL, found on our district website, or by clicking on the link below:
 
Parents can also bring the required documentation needed to complete the registration process to Jacques Memorial School between the hours of 9:00 am and 2:00 pm.
 
MES PTO Book Fair:  The PTO Book Fair has been a huge success! A huge “Shout Out!” to all of our parent volunteers:
Kate Casey, Judy Quigley, Kerry Casello, Tara Davoli, Amanda Koza, Allie Chaffman, Michael Ferraina, Rachel Roberts, Ashlyn Freed, Val Conley, Amanda Berry, Lisa Depace, Jessica Farnsworth, Steven Carignan, Ashleigh Day, Kaylene Austin, Jessica Byrne, Stephanie Hoysradt, and Jenny Garby!
THANK YOU! 
 
The Book fair will have community shopping after school hours form on Thursday, March 28th, 3:00-5:00 pm.  Final shopping hours for students will be in the morning on Friday, March 29th.  
 
Lost and Found: It is time for spring cleaning!  Please take one last look and click the link below to view our most recent lost and found video.  Items not claimed by Wednesday, March 27th, will be donated to a local charity. 
 
Please find attached to this email several district-approved fliers including an updated copy of the Lunch Menu for April, information regarding the Galactic Get Together and Grand Monadnock Youth Choir.
 
In closing, I want to thank our families for your diligence in having your students at school on time and well-prepared for learning each day. In addition, please continue to be mindful that our students’ academic day continues until dismissal at 2:45 each afternoon.  It is very important that students are not dismissed early unless an unavoidable appointment or emergency is involved as valuable instruction from the teacher can be missed.
 
I also want to take a moment to thank all of our parents and guardians for your continued support of our school community. Whether it's volunteering in the classroom, attending school events, or simply encouraging your child to do their best, your involvement makes a real difference.
 
Sincerely, 
 
Tim O’Connell
 
Principal
 
 
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