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Late Start Survey
December 1, 2020December 16, 2020
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Late Start Survey

After more than a decade of research, surveys and public feedback, the School Committee is now considering two new proposals to adjust the start and end times of our schools no earlier than the beginning of the school year in the Fall of 2021. Both proposals would cost the same as our current bussing contract....

#wearecommunity Fundraiser (PTOs & REAL)
November 30, 2020December 16, 2020
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#wearecommunity Fundraiser (PTOs & REAL)

The PTOs of all six Northampton public schools and REAL have joined forces to raise funds for the many needs at our schools related to the Covid-19 pandemic.  Every penny of this fundraiser, #WeAreCommunity, will go to help our students, families and staff make remote schooling and in-person learning more safe and effective, and to...

Principal Madden’s Weekly Message—Week of November 30, 2020
November 30, 2020November 30, 2020
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Principal Madden’s Weekly Message—Week of November 30, 2020

Dear Caregivers, I hope you were able to have a nice Thanksgiving in whatever ways you could celebrate.  Information as we Transition to Hybrid Learning Thank you again for all your communication and patience during this process of remote and hybrid decisions and the transition to hybrid. What a challenge this has all been! We...

The Buzz at Leeds 11/23/2020
November 24, 2020November 24, 2020
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The Buzz at Leeds 11/23/2020

The Buzz at Leeds 11/23/2020 Welcome to Leeds Elementary School. Our goal is to keep you updated and informed through our “The Buzz At Leeds” newsletter. At Leeds, our preschool through grade 5 students will tell you … Go to this Sway

Principal Madden’s Weekly Message—Week of November 23, 2020
November 23, 2020November 23, 2020
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Principal Madden’s Weekly Message—Week of November 23, 2020

Dear Caregivers, It was really nice to see so many of you at the Town Hall last week! Please continue to communicate with us at school if you have questions or concerns.  • From Mistelle Hannah, Food Service Director: The USDA has extended Free Meals for Kids until 6/30/2021. The NPS Food Service Department is...

FAQ’s
November 19, 2020August 18, 2023
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FAQ’s

Below you will find a number of resources. This post is a bit like orienting you to the district website and all of the news/changes ect. happening in the district. To begin, HERE is a video that is a walk through of how to navigate the website. HERE is a link to the Reopening Plan...

Northampton Education Foundation Awards Announced for Fall 2020
November 19, 2020August 18, 2023
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Northampton Education Foundation Awards Announced for Fall 2020

Northampton Education Foundation (NEF), has announced their fall 2020 grants to the Northampton educational community recently. Historically the NEF generosity has provided wonderful learning opportunities for the Northampton students from engaging in garden projects, robotics, and launching a boat to study ocean currents among many other fascinating experiences. The Board of the Northampton Education Foundation...

Principal Madden’s Weekly Message—Week of November 16, 2020
November 16, 2020November 16, 2020
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Principal Madden’s Weekly Message—Week of November 16, 2020

Dear Caregivers, I hope all of you are doing O.K. These are such challenging times, and I so appreciate all your care and communication. Teachers are so grateful for everything you are doing at home to support your children. This pandemic has required the saying, “It takes a village” to be truer than ever! I...