Dallin Digest Newsletter

Room Reps needed!

9/13/2024 7:10 am

The Room Rep role is being adjusted this year! We're looking for folks from each class to work on grade-level teams to create space for community, connection, and appreciation! You'll work together to plan an event for your grade, support your teachers, and show appreciation to our faculty and staff. If you have interest in any/all of those things, please submit your name on our Volunteer Page
 
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Join the Arlington SEPAC for its first meeting of the year! 

9/13/2024 7:09 am

Tuesday, September 17th, 8:00-9:00pm | Zoom link (Meeting ID: 897 6742 5632)
 
[IMPORTANT: Interest in the topic is the only prerequisite for attending! You need not have a child receiving special education services]

What is SEPAC? The Arlington Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SEPAC) is a volunteer group of parents, guardians, and caregivers that works to build a supportive community inclusive of all students, caregivers, educators, and stakeholders. It provides families with training and resources and collaborates directly with district administrators and the Arlington School Committee to promote effective family-district communications and appropriate service delivery and accommodations to students with disabilities. Learn more or for questions, please contact us at arlingtonsepac@gmail.com.
 
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Picture Day, Monday September 23

9/13/2024 7:08 am

Dallin School Picture Day is on Monday, September 23rd. You will receive an order form from Coffee Pond Photography in your child’s backpack shortly and extra forms will be available in the office. You can order photos two ways: fill out the order form and return it with payment to your child’s teacher on or before picture day OR order photos online, in advance, at coffeepond.com. Here is the Online Ordering Guide - Dallin Elementary School 2024.pdf. Sibling photos will not be taken this year.


Students who do not order photos will still receive a class photo. If you have questions, you may email Coffee Pond at lifeguards@coffeepond.com or call them at (800) 632-2323, Ext. 0.

To have a smooth day we are asking for volunteers. Please email with your availability: early (8:20 a.m. to ~10:30 a.m.) or late (10:30 a.m. to ~12:30. p.m.) or all day. You may also contact the picture coordinator at tanya.ozbey@gmail.com.

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Paid and Volunteer Opportunities at Dallin

9/13/2024 7:07 am

It takes a village to keep our school running!  Here are some ways you can participate:

 

MORNING ARRIVAL VOLUNTEERS

 

WEEKLY AND BIWEEKLY LIBRARY VOLUNTEERS

 

PART-TIME WORK OPPORTUNITY: CAFETERIA MONITOR

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Summer Reading at the Robbins and Fox Libraries

9/13/2024 7:06 am

We had an amazing Summer Reading program at the Robbins and Fox Libraries this summer!
 
1,184 kids signed up for the program
6,717 total hours read (and reported)
1,610 free books given to those who participated in summer reading
(1,184 sign ups and 426 who registered completing at least 10 hours of reading)

Reported by Pam Watts, Head of Children's Services, Robbins Library
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Arlington EATS

9/13/2024 7:05 am

September is Hunger Action Month, a nationwide campaign led by Feeding America. As part of the month-long campaign, Arlington EATS is partnering with Food Link and the Arlington Libraries to raise awareness and inspire action.

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AEF Fundraiser with Wicked Bagel

9/13/2024 7:04 am

Who: WICKED BAGEL for AEF fundraiser
When: BOTH weekend days of Sept 28th and 29th
Time: 7am-2pm
What: Buy One Dozen Bagels (they freeze amazingly!) and 50% of proceeds goes to Arlington Education Foundation 
HOW: ONLINE ORDERS ONLY: WickedBagelArlingtonEd Fundraiser
PROMO CODE: ARLINGTONED

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Outdoor Afternoon Playgroup

9/13/2024 7:03 am

A second grader and parent are interested in starting a regular afternoon playgroup in a nearby wooded area on Wednesdays or Fridays afternoons. The goal would be for the kids to be able to engage in free play and exploration. We’re looking for collaborators!

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Girls(+) in Motion

9/13/2024 7:02 am

ACE invites 4th and 5th graders to join Girls (+) in Motion , a non-competitive running program that inspires active lifestyles, friendships, and the confidence that comes from working toward and achieving goals. We meet twice a week for fun and energizing sessions that build physical and mental endurance and prepare us for an optional 5K road race that we will run as a team on Saturday, November 23 (details upon registration). Please note: This program is inclusive of individuals identifying as transgender, non-binary, and gender nonconforming. Boys (+) in Motion will be offered in the spring.

$215*

Register here: https://arlington.ce.eleyo.com/course/5474/youth-running-2024-2025/girls-in-motion

Practices begin the week of September 23, details online.

*Tuition assistance is available for most classes for qualifying Arlington residents. Visit https://www.arlingtoncommunityed.org/tuition-assistance/ for details and to apply.

 

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Cheerleader for a Day

9/13/2024 7:01 am

Are your students looking for a fun night of cheerleading with a varsity team?

Kids ages 5-12 can spend the evening with Arlington Catholic High School Cheerleaders on Friday, October 11, 2024, from 3:45pm to 7pm!

This “Cheerleader For A Day” event costs $60 and includes a cheer clinic, dinner, shirt, and bow. All proceeds will benefit the ACHS cheerleading team.

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Try LAX with Arlington Youth Lacrosse

9/13/2024 7:00 am

Arlington Youth Lacrosse is sponsoring free "Try Lax" clinics at Robbins Farm Park on 9/29 and 10/6. See arlingtonlax.org for more details.

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