AuthorFest 2020 is Coming: Don't Miss out! Order Books by March 27th

AuthorFest 2020 is Coming:  Don't Miss out!  Order Books by March 27th

The sixteenth annual AuthorFest will to roll into Greenwood School the week of Mat 18th, bringing nationally recognized authors and illustrators to share their knowledge of composition, story development, editing, illustration, and publication with our Greenwood students. We are excited to provide an opportunity to purchase signed books from our authors. Completed order forms must be returned to the Greenwood PTO by Friday, March 27th.

From the Principal: 3/2/20

From the Principal: 3/2/20

Principal Back reminds parents of the No-School Day this Tuesday, March 3rd (Election Day), announces the All School Meeting, hosted by Grade 1, next Monday March 9th, encourages parents to register for Wakefield’s upcoming Parent University, and conveys a message from the Superintendent about Coronavirus.

From the Principal: 2/24/20

From the Principal: 2/24/20

Principal Back announces the results of the Fourth Grade’s Spare Change Drive to support Puerto Rico, shares that WMHS Peer Leaders will visit Greenwood this Wednesday for anti-bullying presentations, and reminds parents of the No-School Day next Tuesday, March 3rd (Election Day).

From the Principal: 2/10/20

From the Principal: 2/10/20

Principal Back reminds parents of this Wednesday’s early release day, shares important information about report cards, invites parents to hear from the Elementary STEM Coordinator at the PTO meeting this Tuesday, and announces the Fourth Grade’s Spare Change Fundraiser for Puerto Rico.

Alastair Moock Performances -- Thursday 2/13

On February 13, Alastair Moock will visit the Greenwood School and perform for grades K-4..  A songwriter and performer for more than 20 years, Moock is committed to celebrating the roots of American music while knocking down the walls between different audiences, genres and musical traditions.

From the Principal: 2/3/20

From the Principal: 2/3/20

Principal Back shares that Global Play Day will take place this Wednesday, announces the Fourth Grade’s Spare Change Drive for Puerto Rico, and provides two district Save the Dates—for Wakefield STEAM Night and the Wakefield Community Mental Health Forum.

LADD Presents David Harrell Performances--Tuesday 1/28

On Tuesday, January 28, Learning about Differences & Disabilities (LADD) will present David Harrell, disabilities advocate and actor, performing his warm, smart, and engaging autobiographical solo shows. This program is funded in part through WEF, the Wakefield Cutural Council, and the PTOs of all the elementary schools in Wakefield.

From the Principal: 1/13/20

From the Principal: 1/13/20

Principal Back reminds parents of this Wednesday’s early release day and this Thursday’s All School Meeting, hosted by the 4th Grade Leadership Team; shares information about the Wakefield Human Rights Commission’s MLK Day Celebration and service project opportunity; and alerts parents to the new Visitor Badge policy at the Greenwood School.