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Spring 2020 MCAS Testing Dates
This year's MCAS testing take place on April 7th and 8th; and again on May 12, 13, 14, and 15th. Please see chart below for details on each grade and session.
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Beyond the Classroom
With the three school cancellations in December, we have used up our traditional “snow days” for this year. Our last day of school will be Friday, June 19. For any future snow days, we will be using our Beyond the Classroom assignments. With Beyond the Classroom, students will complete an assignment at home in lieu of making up the cancelled day in June. (As you might remember, in 2017-18 our students didn’t finish the school year until June 27th!) So, what happens when school is cancelled again? If school needs to be cancelled again this school year, it will be announced through the usual channels: on the District Homepage, on Dr. Gilligan's Twitter account, and via phone calls and emails home. In these messages, students and guardians will be directed to the Beyond the Classroom website to find their assignments: Assignments will NOT be due the day students return to school. Instead, students will have at least 1 week to complete the assignment. Have more questions or need more information? Please visit the Frequently Asked Questions page on the Beyond the Classroom website |
Upcoming Events: Literacy Development & K-5 Math Help
Join us for two upcoming events for parents: "K-5 Math: Models and Strategies" on October 28th and "Raising a Reader" on November 5th K-5 Math: Models and Strategies October 28th - 9am and 7pm NAPS Central Office, 566 Main Street, North Andover  Are you struggling to support your student with the “new math”? Do you feel like they are speaking a different language? You are not alone! Please join Kara Larcome and Jen Hudak, North Andover STEM Director and Math Coach, to experience the “new math.” Learn about Eureka Math and the Massachusetts Mathematics Standards so that you and your student can have a common understanding! Registration Required: http://bit.ly/K5Math2019 We want to make sure we have enough resources thus registration is required. Please sign up for one time as the program will be the same for both sessions.  November 5th - 9am and 7pm NAPS Central Office, 566 Main Street, North Andover Come meet Kristen Ando, Anne Joyce and Jaclyn Taylor, North Andover's curriculum coordinator and elementary literacy coaches, to learn about ways you can help develop your child's literacy skills and promote a love of reading. |
Volunteer for Understanding Our Differences
UOD is a nationally recognized, educational program that teaches elementary school children to develop understanding and respect for fellow students and others with physical, sensory or developmental disabilities. UOD is an interactive disability awareness curriculum that North Andover Elementary Schools teach to 3rd, 4th and 5th graders. Each year, students participate in 2 to 3 sessions introducing various kinds of disabilities. The programs’ goals are to foster respect, acceptance and compassion for people of all abilities as well as increase tolerance and reduce bullying. It reinforces North Andover’s RAISE values.
Franklin's UOD Dates:
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1st Grade Orientation
Don't forget! 1st grade orientation is Thursday, August 29th at 1:30pm. This is an opportunity for ALL incoming 1st grade students to meet their teacher and classmates, see their classroom, and for parents to get some good info from me! This orientation starts promptly at 1:30 and everyone should report to the Franklin cafe upon arrival. We can't wait to see you there! Thanks! Mr. Clarke |
New Family Tour!
Hey Hey Hey Franklin Incomers! Welcome to the Dragon's Den! We're VERY excited to welcome you into our family. There will be a tour for new families in 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and/or 5th grade on Thursday, August 22nd at 11:00 AM. Our guidance counselor Mrs. Kelly will be leading the tour and has a wealth of knowledge about the school! We hope to see you there! Thanks, Mr. Clarke |
Recommended Summer Reading List 2019 for Students Entering Grades K-5
We are shooting for the moon this summer with our reading goals as we team up with the public library for our Summer Reading Theme, “A Universe of Stories!” The books on this list are just suggestions! There are NO specific required titles for kids to read. Feel free to choose appropriate books for your unique reader. When deciding on books, have your child read a page out loud to see if it’s a good fit. If they struggle with more than a few words, it’s probably too difficult and may be a better choice for a read-aloud. |
Drop-It-And-Go! April 27th
Donate the things you no longer use! Drive up to to NAMS and eager 5th graders will unload the donations from your car, simply drop it and go. Where: North Andover Middle School, 495 Main Street When: Saturday, April 27, 2019 from 10AM – 1PM
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MCAS Testing Schedule Spring 2019
This year MCAS testing will take place between April 23-26th, between May 14-17th, and again on May 21st and 22nd. Take a look at the chart below for more information.
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