Friday, June 9, 2023 | Westford Public Schools

Good afternoon,

There is a lot for you to read through today. I will not add anything else this week!

From the Deans Corner

Final Exam Week Schedule and Plan - We will have regular bus schedules for the assessment days. Late buses will not continue once exams begin. Please know that it’s an “open campus” environment for exams. Attendance will be taken during the exam blocks. Students will be allowed to arrive late and leave during extra help if they have transportation. For bus riders, your students will be asked to be in the cafe, the library, or lobby’s while others are taking exams during the school day. All exams must be completed during their scheduled block. Students may not move an exam without Dean approval. All exceptions have already been cleared at this point. Exams are only rescheduled for an excused absence, approved by the Dean. Students are not permitted to take an exam during the MAKE UP time without approval. Students that are absent unexcused and with no notification from parent/guardian for an exam will receive a zero. Any questions, please have your student contact their Dean.

From the Counseling Department

Schedules for the 2023-2024 school year will be distributed in homerooms during advisory on Wednesday, 6/14. To ensure the process goes smoothly, we ask that students follow the guidelines below if they have a concern or question about their schedule:

Flex time: Counselors are available to meet with students on a walk-in basis on Thursday June 15th, Friday June 16th and Tuesday June 20th from 7:35-8:25 AM

Email: Students can email their school counselor with details regarding your question or concern.

Note: Students should not come down to the counseling office during exam times.

Please note: We have an excellent faculty at Westford Academy and therefore do not accept requests for specific teachers. All students can have one DLT per year (32.5 credits). Seniors can have a full year DLT (30 credits). Schedules are subject to change. Please check PowerSchool prior to school in the fall.

OTHER ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Dear Parents, Guardians & Caregivers of the Class of 2026

CLASS FIELD TRIP.....IMPORTANT INFO:
If your child is attending the field trip, here is some important info for you:

The park is CASHLESS - you will get a ticket for 1 free meal and a drink - you will also need to carry a debit card, credit card or visa gift card (or something similar) if you want to make additional purchases in the park. You cannot use cash.

The WATERPARK is available for us to use and is INCLUDED with our ticket!!! You can bring a drawstring bag with a bathing suit and towel if you would like to use the waterpark. Let's hope for WARM weather! You will NEED TO show your TICKET for entrance into the waterpark.

We do have one final the morning of the fieldtrip. Students will be allowed to leave backpacks and chromebooks in a secure location in the school while we are gone. We will have access to the building when we return.

ONE LAST THING.....we have 187 people going!!!!!! YAHOOOOO!!!!!!! We have 13 spots left if any student still wants to go and missed the deadline.....first to get their permission forms & payments in to Mrs. Jozokos get those spots!!! Permission form attached below.

https://www.westfordk12.us//wa/principals-corner/files/six-flaggs-field-...

WestfordCAT – Recorded WA Graduation 2023

Parents, Families and Friends of Recent WA Graduates; In light of the issues WestfordCAT is experiencing with their Video On Demand Library and Purchasing System, WestfordCAT is Offering an alternative way to purchase and download your copy of the 2023 WA Graduation Ceremony. The Station has set up a WA Graduation Ceremony Order Form via "Network For Good" a fundraising service made specifically for Charities and Nonprofits! All you need to do is pay the required $30 fee for a downloadable copy of The WA Graduation Ceremony, provide your First Name, Last Name and Email Address. WestfordCAT will be in touch with you shortly to provide a Google Drive link of Graduation. All you need is to simply click the google drive link provided and the file will begin downloading to your desktop or laptop!

"Save the memories, speeches and special moments with a download you'll have forever. Proceeds from the sale of the program help with the production costs.

Thank you for your support and congratulations!

From all of us at WestfordCAT"

From the WA Librarians

All library materials are now due back. Items can be placed in the book drop inside the library or the book bin outside the library doors. If you are unsure if your student has overdue items you can check the obligation list here:

https://www.westfordk12.us/wa/wright-library/urgent-alerts/2023-library-...

Please see Mrs. Monaghan or Mrs. Harde with any questions. Thank you all for a great year!

Bus Pass Registration 2023-2024 School Year

https://www.westfordk12.us/district/transportation

https://www.westfordk12.us/wa/principals-corner/files/bus-pass-registrat...

Graduation Photos taken by Legacy Studios – June 2

Legacy Studios will take photos of each graduate as they are accepting their diploma at the graduation ceremony on June 2nd. All photos taken will be uploaded to Westford Academy’s Legacy photojournalism event site. Below is the link and code for your convenience. The images will be available approximately 7-10 days after graduation for review and purchase.

Site - https://entry.imagequix.com/legacy/

Code - 3542E23

ELPAC (English Learner Parent Advisory Council

The ELPAC (English Learner Parent Advisory Council will be holding its last meeting of the year on Tuesday, June 13th at 6:30PM. Join on Google Meet to learn more about understanding the ACCESS test score report and have an opportunity to ask questions about your child's transition to the next grade level. All caregivers of students either currently or previously enrolled in the ELL program are welcome and encouraged to attend. Contact Amy Bailey (abailey@westfordk12.us) with any questions. Click here for the flyer and Meeting Link. https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1pm1nTDDfqmRaEy_Z2o8ITmwySGA-YGs_...

End of the Year Teacher Gifts!

As the school year comes to a close be sure to thank your teachers, school staff and coaches! Please consider sending a WEF note to your favorite teacher, counselor, teacher’s aide, school nurse, office staff member, or principal. It’s a perfect way to say thank you and support innovation at Westford Public Schools at the same time! Money generated from these notes will be used to fund grants for WPS.

Just make a tax-deductible donation (minimum of $10 per honoree) to Westford Education Foundation and we will send your honoree an email from WEF with a personalized note. The email will state your name and your note, but will not disclose the amount of your gift. This recognition makes a great end-of-year gesture! Note: Donations made to WEF in honor of WPS staff members comply with the state ethical regulations for gift-giving anD acceptance.

Westford Education Foundation is an independent, non-profit organization that promotes excellence in education. We fund grants to teachers, staff, and the community for innovative educational initiatives, professional development, and life-long learning ventures.

Please click here to donate today! https://www.westford.org/wef/endofyearthankyou/

47th Annual Westford Strawberries ‘N Arts Festival

Want to be part of a great town event? We are looking for a few more community helpers to help on Saturday, June 17th from 10-3 on Westford Common. The 47th Annual Westford Strawberries ‘N Arts Festival is sponsored by First Parish Church United. Volunteer positions take no more than 2-3 hours, instructions will be provided, and community service forms are available upon request.

To sign up, please visit www.thestrawberryfestival.org and click on "Volunteers" (please be sure to list your school affiliation in the comments when signing up).

For further information, please reach out to Jess Anderson at chair@thestrawberryfestival.org. Meanwhile, think warm and sunny thoughts for June 17th, and thank you!

College Essay Workshop - Roudenbush

Need help with the college essay? Roudenbush is offering a college essay workshop co-led by an English teacher and a guidance counselor. The class meets virtually the evenings of June 27th and 29th, with opportunities for additional one-to-one conferencing outside class hours to review and revise. Your child will complete the class with a college essay ready to send! Visit the Roudenbush website for more information or to enroll!

WESTFORD ACADEMY ATHLETIC BOOSTERS FUNDRAISER

4 Weeks of WECO

Sunday - Friday, June 4th - June 30th

Enjoy dinner & support our organization!

WECO's gourmet chefs make delicious dinners from scratch, using high-quality ingredients, and hand deliver them to your door daily. There are a variety of apps, mains, drink mixes, desserts, and kids’ favorites. A menu comes to your inbox each Wednesday. Dinners sell out fast! No subscription, no minimums.

WECO will donate 10% of your dinner bill to support the Westford Academy Athletic Boosters.

ORDER ON: Wednesdays, starting on May 31st

WA Cheerleading Tryouts

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rLlp0z3Xz9_tsoSZSan7flBuBJTem4ty/view?u...

The Westford Scholarship and Grant Committee

The Westford Scholarship and Grant Committee is a town committee composed of town members and a representative from WPS who oversee scholarships for students at Westford Academy as well as Nashoba Valley Technical High School students. We are grateful for all of your generous donations that go into our fund. This year, the committee issued ten $1,000 scholarships to deserving members of the Class of 2023 from Westford Academy and Nashoba Valley Technical HS. If you are interested in donating to this worthy cause to continue to support our students in the future, please consider donating here: https://epay.cityhallsystems.com/selection

Sincerely,

Westford Scholarship and Grant Committee Members

Kristi Bates, Chair

Seema Pusalkar

Brock Moses

Andrea Mejia, WPS School Representative

Have a great weekend!

Respectfully, Jim Antonelli