Decoration Day ...Update!
150 years ago in 1868, General John A. Logan issued what was called General Order Number 11, designating the first National Decoration Day or what we recognize today as Memorial Day. He declared it to be "for the purpose of strewing with flowers or otherwise decorating the graves of comrades who died in defense of their country during the late rebellion, and whose bodies now lie in almost every city, village, and hamlet churchyard in the land."
(The First Official Memoral Day - May 30, 1868)
I shared that information with everyone at the close of school on Friday and reminded them of the importance of taking time throughout this weekend and especially on Monday to reflect on the stories we already know and treasure about those connected to us and in our communities who sacrificed their lives to protect others. Additionally, I challenged students to also seek opportunities to listen and hear stories about the brave individuals who were not in military service at the time of their ultimate sacrifice but were first responders and safety officials or simply everyday citizens exhibiting heroic acts of selflessness. We have a responsibility to tell their stories and remember their contributions as they have protected us, our liberty and our world as we know it.
Looking ahead, the Team Structure Survey for students entering 6th and 7th grade will remain open through the weekend, but will close Monday night at midnight. The survey and informational links can be found on our website.
Have a wonderful, relaxing weekend.
Chris
Dr. Christopher Chew
Principal
Stony Brook School
Westford, MA 01886
(978) 692-2708
WA Girls Basketball Clinic
The WA Girls' Basketball team will be running a clinic from Monday, June 25th through Thursday, June 28th at Westford Academy. The team will teach basic, intermediate, and advanced skills and game play to girls entering 2nd through 9th grade. The clinic stresses teaching basketball to all levels of players in a fun, inclusive environment. There are half-day and full day options available. Please go to the Westford Academy Boys' Basketball website and look for the "WA Girls' Clinic Info" link just below the main pictures.
WA Boys Basketball Presents 2018 Summer Shooting Clinic
This clinic is open to all boys entering grades 2-9 (school year 2018-2019).
Westford Academy Boys' Basketball Head Coach Chris Bramanti, and members of the Westford Academy Boys' Basketball program will host a four day shooting clinic. We will use fun ways to teach players specific skills and drills to learn the game of basketball or improve upon individual shooting skills. This program is designed for boys in entering grades 2-9 who wish to have fun learning the game of basketball and/or begin training for summer and fall leagues through a series of competitive and challenging drills. These drills will enhance individual and team skills. Special drills for conditioning, ball handling, and shooting will be demonstrated and rehearsed throughout this clinic.
Dates: June 25th - June 28th
Time: 8:30am-11:30am
Please go to our website to register (click here) and if you have any questions, please email Coach Bramanti (click here).
Day Playground Buy-A-Brick Project
Hurry - sale ends on May 31, 2018!!! Bricks are still being sold to raise funds for the Norman E. Day School playground. You can purchase your tax-deductible customized brick to help our students play! You can recognize your family or company with a name, phrase, etc., on your brick.
Go to the Help Day Play website or the Day Playground Buy-A-Brick website for more info. Thank you in advance!