Principal Madden’s Weekly Update—Week of September 24

Greetings! Happy Fall!

Grow Food Northampton right here at Ryan Road!

Do you want to get fresh Crimson and Clover vegetables every Thursday through mid-November? Check out the attached flyer for more information! Or, check in at the vegetable stand this Thursday at dismissal! Michael from Grow Food will be there to answer any questions you may have!

Photos

The photos this week show first grade readers, kindergarten gardeners, first graders releasing a recently hatched monarch butterfly (always seems miraculous!, and kindergarten students enjoying juicy apples as part of our Autumnal Equinox celebration on Friday. Thank you to all those who donated apples!

Important Reminder

Our school provides adult supervision for students beginning at 8:30. Please do not drop off students to Ryan Road School before this time. If you need before school child care, call the YMCA, which manages before and after school care right at our school beginning at 7:00 AM and ending in the afternoon at 6:00 PM. We all begin our day outdoors unless it is raining or colder than 15 degrees. Breakfast is available in the cafeteria beginning at 8:30. The bell rings to start our day at 8:50.

Important Upcoming Dates

Tuesday, September 25: School Photo Day
- School Photos: Tuesday, September 25 is school photo day. Call the office if you have any questions. All students will receive a class photo regardless of whether or not you decide to order a photo package.
Wednesday, October 3:
- Early Dismissal (12:20)
- Open House (6-7)
- Title 1 Annual Meeting (5:30-6:00)
- PTO Scholastic Book Fair (5:30-7:30)

I hope that all families feel welcome, comfortable, and valued at our school. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions or concerns.

Sincerely,

Sarah Madden, Principal