Friday News -- November 20, 2020

Friday, November 20, 2020


 

Hillcrest Elementary School

Friday News

November 20, 2020

Dear Hillcrest Families,

When I was a young child, I spent lots of time with my grandmother, who happened to be a teacher in my elementary school.  Needless to say, I learned all kinds of valuable life lessons from her, for which I am endlessly grateful.  Without a doubt, the phrase that comes to mind when I think of her is “Patience, patience.”  She would remind me of the virtues of patience almost daily, and she delivered this message in both English and Portuguese to ensure that I would pay attention!  In the midst of the current pandemic, patience has become increasingly important.  We have learned to be patient as we navigate the one-way aisles at the grocery store, as we remind ourselves and our family members to wear a mask, and as we take on new tasks and stretch ourselves in numerous ways. And, our entire community of students, families and staff members has been patient as we await the safe reopening of our schools.  Please know how appreciative I am of your patience and that I am here at school each day ready to answer any questions you may have.  You can always reach me via email at sarah.burstein@gmrsd.org or on my office phone at 413-863-7400. 

 

A few updates to share: 

  • Kindergarten and First Grade Families -- If you were unable to pick up your child’s learning materials on Wednesday, please be sure to do so by this Tuesday, November 24th.   Mrs. Prokowich and I are here each day between 8:00 and 4:00 to assist you.

  • Preschool Families -- Please mark your calendars for the next Preschool Materials Pick-Up on Monday, November 30th from 12:30 to 1:30.

  • Please keep an eye on your email for district updates from GMRSD Superintendent, Brian Beck. 

  • You may also be interested in School Committee news.  You can find minutes from recent meetings as well as a livestream link to upcoming meetings on the School Committee Website.

  • Some important dates to keep in mind:

    • Thanksgiving Holiday/Half-Day Wednesday, November 25

    • Thanksgiving Holiday/No School Thursday, Nov. 26 & Friday, Nov.27

 

Wishing you a wonderful weekend ---

Sarah Burstein

Sarah Burstein, Hillcrest Principal