September 25, 2022
Lots of announcements:
Student Picture Day - Friday, October 7, 2022
shop.legacystudios.com
ONLINE CODE: 3542F23
Makeup Photo Day - Thursday, December 8, 2022
DECA 17th Annual Student/Parent Info Night, September 27 OR September 28, 7:00 PM
https://www.westfordk12.us/wa/principals-corner/files/deca-17th-annual-s...
AP EXAM REGISTRATION ENDS on SEPT 30. For more information about the exam registration process, steps, policies and all deadlines, please visit the WA Counseling page, under the AP Testing Registration tab.
https://www.westfordk12.us/sites/g/files/vyhlif5181/f/uploads/ap_testing...
FROM THE COUNSELING OFFICE
This is a reminder that we need ALL WPS families to take time this week to fill out the "Student Emergency Contacts and Biographical Updates" form found on the Parents section of the WPS district site https://www.westfordk12.us/district/parents
Direct link to Google Form:
https://forms.gle/GXa6xoXiovKZE1YF9
We need this form filled out by you to make additions or corrections to your students' biographical and emergency contact information. If your emergency contacts are the same for all of your children, please enter the information for the oldest child and provide us their sibling's student IDs. Please contact the school for any assistance. Thank you.
SAT Math Prep Course - The Roudenbush Community Center
The Roudenbush Community Center is offering an in-person one night SAT Math Prep Course on September 28th. Students will take actual SAT practice tests and will learn strategies for taking the SAT. Please go to the Roudenbush website for more information.
https://www.roudenbush.org/service-page/sat-math-cram-prep-course-sept-2...
College Financial Aid Night for Parents at Westford Academy
Tuesday, October 11th at 6:30 (Performing Arts Center). MEFA (Massachusetts Educational Financial Authority) will be presenting an overview of college financial aid processes, applications and programs (FAFSA, CSS, Merit Aid, etc) followed by a Q&A session afterwards.
Compost Driver Volunteers Needed for 2022-2023
Would you like to help our schools compost their fruit and veggie scraps at Westford Academy? For the 2022-23 school year we need volunteers to transport bags of food scraps, twice-a-week, from the Crisafulli school over to Westford Academy, where students make compost. Volunteer drivers can sign up even if they can only commit to transporting food scraps once or twice-a-month. Compost drivers get a free bag of WA’s good, good Compost! If interested contact Sharon at westfordcommunitycompost@gmail.com
From the Yearbook Advisor
We are creating the 2023 WA Yearbook and we need your help! Below is a link to the website that was created to inform you of deadlines and procedures.
https://www.westfordk12.us/wa/wa-yearbook
In school Back to school promotion: Order your copy of the 2023 Yearbook between now and Oct 30 and get your child's name embossed on the outside for FREE.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PMpElvwQogqvPOAgG26l0xATo4UzwzLN/view?u...
Senior Parents: I understand that an email went out earlier this week from Jostens/Legacy yearbooks promoting the parent ads. This IS a valid link to the site and NOT spam. The PDA tributes are due Dec 11 and will be completed completely online. Please reach out if you have any questions. https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/ybAdDesigner/1065285/-/20220830225112...
School Pupil Driver Certificate Exam Event
The Registry of Motor Vehicles will hold a one-day School Pupil (7D) Driver Certificate exam event (download) from 12:30 to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 8 at the Framingham Sheraton, 1657 Worcester Road, Framingham for individuals interested in becoming licensed 7D drivers. Applicants must have completed the School Pupil (7D) application online no later than midnight on Wednesday, October 5. Participants should bring a check for the exam fee of $15.00 made out to MassDOT/RMV. People who will also be participating in the training portion should bring their completed application and a check for $30 for the application fee and the exam fee.
At the event, a two-hour required training will be offered in both English and Spanish. Additionally, RMV staff will be on site to administer and correct the School Pupil (7D) written exam, record the results, and issue a certificate to people who meet all the requirements. To register, email SchoolBus7DNotify@dot.state.ma.us, put “October 8 – 7D TRAINING” in the subject line, and provide the required registration information: applicant’s name, license number, phone number, training needs, and email address.
Roudenbush Parent Connection "Ready to Pay for College", October 4, 2022
https://www.westfordk12.us/wa/principals-corner/files/roudenbush-parent-...
Social Media Challenges – FDA Warning
The FDA is warning about a rise in adolescents and young adults participating in dangerous social media challenges. One recent challenge posted on social media encouraged people to cook chicken in NyQuil and similar over-the-counter cough and cold medicines. "Boiling a medication can make it much more concentrated and change its properties in other ways," the FDA said. The agency also pointed to a TikTok challenge daring people to hallucinate by taking large doses of the over-the-counter drug Benadryl. The FDA cited reports of teens ending up in hospital emergency rooms or dying after participating. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends parents should talk to their children about social media dares and discuss them "calmly and without judgment" while encouraging them to think through any potential negative outcomes.
Class of 2024 Crewnecks
Class of 2024 crewnecks have been on sale all this week. Final orders can be placed using this Google form
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe8eYO55ZKYsafAhiwdicdh1YrU27As...
(Also posted in the '24 Google Classroom) through Sunday at 8pm using MySchoolBucks for payment. These will arrive for Spirit Week! Please email Mr. Claycomb or Mrs. Bonakdar if you have any questions.
SAT Prep English Crash Course
Roudenbush is offering a virtual SAT Prep English Crash Course on MONDAY from 6-8:30. See the Roudenbush website to register https://www.roudenbush.org/high-school-classes and check out the other SAT Prep offerings!
Town of Westford Mobile Clinician
How does the Westford Mobile Clinician work? If you, a loved one or fellow community member is experiencing a mental health challenge and currently awaiting care, Westford may be able to help. The Town of Westford acknowledges an overwhelming need for mental health appointments, resulting in long waitlists. We want to help shorten this wait time by offering short – term mobile clinical services in Town buildings to those in need.
Am I eligible to receive Westford Mobile Clinician services? Following an initial intake interview, you may be provided with one of the following recommendations:
Immediate recommendation to call your doctor, or 911
Assistance locating the correct mental health provider for you
Referral to the Westford Mobile Clinician.
Each individual and situation is unique so careful consideration will be given when determining if the Westford Mobile Clinician is right for you. Due to scope of service and ACA ethical guidelines there may be situations where this service is not suitable for all residents and employees. If it is determined the Mobile Clinician is not a fit, we will work with you on alternative services.
What is the cost to me? Will my insurance be charged? Services are provided free of charge. Your health insurance will not be charged for this service.
What is the frequency of treatment being offered? Three sessions will be offered, with a plan for review at the third session. There will be a maximum of four to six sessions provided. The clinician will determine the number and frequency of sessions following the initial appointment. Determining factors may include the nature of the mental health issue; length of time estimated for private therapy to begin; and/ the client’s response to therapy. Specifics will be discussed at your intake screening visit.
The Mobile Clinician is a new service in Westford. Depending upon the need of the service, a waitlist may be created. If there is a waitlist, during the intake process the waitlist process will be explored.
The Mobile Clinician is an important service for the town residents. As a responsibility of the resident, if you are unable to attend an appointment, please call the Mobile Clinician at least 48 hours of your appointment to cancel and/or reschedule.
Who do I contact to complete an intake?
Nicole Laviolette, Town of Westford Community Wellness Coordinator 978-399-2503
Alison Christopher, Town of Westford Social Worker 978-399-2325
NHS (National Honor Society)
Potential Juniors and Seniors are going through the selection process now and will be inducted Thursday, October 13th in the Performing Arts Center.
Respectfully, Jim Antonelli