May Happenings

Talent Show: **Cabot's Got Talent** May 28th
Grades K-2, 9AM
Grades 3-5, 6:30PM

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CAMPAIGN for CABOT

This year, we aim to raise $15,000 through the Campaign for Cabot. While we spend approximately $150 per childannually, we understand that every family has different circumstances. Some may be able to donate more, while others can donate less--every contribution makes a difference!

How to Donate:

Click this donation link
Venmo: @Cabot_PTO
Check: Made payable to "Cabot PTO" and sent with your child to school

Thank you for supporting the Cabot PTO and investing in our school community. Together, we can make this year's Campaign for Cabot our most successful yet!

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COLOR DAY IS COMING!

Color Day (what Newton calls Field Day) is just one month away on Wednesday, June 4th (with a rain date on June 11th).

Miss Foley (Cabot’s PEHW teacher) needs two volunteers per station (approximately 22 stations) to help things run smoothly.

Sign up here!!!

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The annual Cabot Fair is June 14th!

We are still in need of volunteers to help out on the eve and day of the fair. It has been a fan favorite for countless kids and has been ongoing for over 50 years.

If you are able to help us out, please sign up here:
CABOT FAIR VOLUNTEER SIGNUP

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Office of Family and Community

Check out the Office of Family and Community Partnerships page on the NPS website. Linked at right is a resource linked on the page with information for families on a variety of topics including community support, food insecurity, immigration, legal support, healthcare, and utilities.

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Please Read! -- Front Parking Lot is for Vans Only!

The lot located in front of the school is NOT for pick-up or drop-off—it is designated for vans only. Parents should not use this lot to drop off or pick up their child. Instead, please use the blue zones assigned to your child’s grade for a safe and efficient drop-off. Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our arrival and dismissal process running smoothly!

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Attendance Notifications - Update: Please Read!

NPS requires written notification for all absences and tardies. Please be sure to fill out the Absence Reporting Form (linked below) to ensure proper documentation.

As outlined in the NPS Student Attendance and Absence Procedures (Page 3, #4), written notifications are required for all attendance-related matters.

Some families have stated they filled out the absence reporting form, but the absences are not being reported to the main office. Upon review, it seems that some families are using the absence reporting form from the 2023-2024 school year. Please ensure you are using the correct absence reporting form by clicking here.

Excused vs. Unexcused Absences

We’d like to remind families that absences due to traveling or family vacations are not considered excused absences. Even if you fill out the Google form to report an absence for traveling, you will still receive a call, email, or text on the day of the absence notifying you of it, as it remains unexcused.

For your convenience, the link to the Parent Absence Handbook is provided here. Please review the handbook for detailed information about excused and unexcused absences.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in ensuring clear communication regarding attendance.

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The Mothers Podcast

Cabot parent Sara Brown started a podcast! And it might be your next favorite listen. THE MOTHERS features funny, smart, true conversations with industry leaders and industry makers as they reflect on their lives through the lens of motherhood: How has having children influenced their sense of identity, purpose, ambition? How are they “doing it all” and what do they think about “having it all?” And how are they, really!?

Check out THE MOTHERS on Spotify, Apple or wherever you get your podcasts and follow them on Instagram (@themotherspod). Thanks!

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Tech Trek Summer Camp
@ Brandeis University

Ignite curiosity. Build skills. Shape the future.

Enroll your child in a camp where STEM meets creativity, leadership, and global citizenship! Designed for kids aged 6–12, our Innovation & Leadership Camp blends cutting-edge technology with hands-on projects to inspire tomorrow’s problem-solvers.

Campers explore drones, robotics, 3D printing, along with learning the fundamentals while learning teamwork, ethical innovation, and leadership skills. From coding drones for missions to printing prosthetic hands for children in need (via E-Nable), every activity connects learning to real-world impact.

One- or two-week sessions: July 14–25, 2025. Find more information and register at https://tinyurl.com/techtrekcamp.

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Shalom After School

Have you heard about Shalom After School? A Jewish After School program for K-5 students with transportation from many local Newton schools is coming soon in Newton! Jewish camp-style exploration, Pick 2-5 days, open until 6:00 pm, 5 days a week, and camp days available during many secular holidays / school vacation weeks. Learn more here and your child does not need to be Jewish to attend. www.shalomafterschool.org

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Girls Scouts

To all the parents of current kindergarten students:
To introduce myself, my name is Heather Lockrow, and I'm the Girl Scout Troop leader for Daisy Troop 63349 in Newton. I'm writing because our Troop is still on the smaller side (we just had our first meeting in February), and we have plenty of room to grow! I would love to add additional girls to our Troop.

In terms of logistics, our Troop meets approximately two Thursday evenings a month, from 5:30-6:30, in Auburndale. There are also potentially some other events/meetings that we will have off site, but this is roughly what you'd plan on in terms of time commitment.
To answer the two big questions you might have:

To sign up your daughter, go to the Girl Scouts of Eastern Massachusetts website, and make sure to register for Troop 63349. Or, contact me for help!

We are not going to sell cookies this year, largely due to timing...and I need to recruit someone ELSE to be cookie parent next year :)

If you have any additional questions, please reach out to me at hlockrow@gmail.com, or 716-982-1195.

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Varsity Tutor

Every student in the district can take advantage of powerful learning resources, at no cost, including weekly Live Online Classes, On Demand 24/7 Chat Tutoring, Essay Editing, Celebrity-Led StarCourses, and Self Study resources like recorded content, practice problems, and adaptive diagnostic tests

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Provide students a suite of effective online learning resources that cover grades K-12. Students can get extra homework help or prepare for the next big test whenever they need it.

Click here for more info!

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MCAS

Each year our 3rd, 4th and 5th graders take the MCAS test. This test helps us measure student progress and determine academic trends (both positive and negative) for our school. We use this information to plan appropriate next steps for our school and students. This is one of several data points that we use to measure our effectiveness as educators. If your child is in 3rd, 4th or 5th grade, please take a look at the schedule and plan accordingly for testing days.

Questions? Give us a call or send an email to youngsmana@newton.k12.ma.us or wrightd@newton.k12.ma.us.
We are happy to help!

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Kindergarten Registration - 2025

Kindergarten registration will open on March 3, 2025. Please click here to learn more about the registration process, important dates, and other details to help you prepare for the upcoming school year.

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Hoops United

Looking for a fun and engaging way for your child to improve their basketball skills this summer? Join us for our Summer Basketball Camp from August 25 to August 29! This one-week camp is designed for players of all skill levels who want to develop their fundamentals, build confidence, and have fun in a supportive environment.

What to Expect:
✅ Skill development (dribbling, shooting, passing, defense)
✅ Game situations and scrimmages
✅ Fun drills and competitions
✅ Experienced coaching staff
✅ A positive and energetic atmosphere

Spots are limited, so be sure to register early! For more details or to sign up, visit www.hoops-united.com or contact noah@hoops-united.com. We can’t wait to see your young athletes on the court!

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ASA Hoops

ASA Hoops summer camp registration is open, we offer co-ed and girls offerings for ages 6-15. Locations include: Brown Middle, Oak Hill Middle and Mount Alvernia Academy. Come see what has made ASA a staple in the community since 1997 - visit asahoops.com for details.

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Newton Youth Lacrosse

Interested in lacrosse? It's known as the fastest game on two feet! Lacrosse is a combination of soccer, hockey, basketball and football with a rich tradition as it was originally invented by Native Americans.

Newton Youth Lacrosse offers four competitive team programs for all grades up to high school: K-2, 3-4, 5-6 and 7-8. There is no experience required at any level, only a willingness to learn the game, practice and have fun!

If your kid is interested, please contact NYL Board Member and coach Andy Starr, father to three current Cabot Cubs at andrewjstarr@gmail.com. Andy is happy to answer any questions about the sport, the program, gear needed, etc.

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Lost & Found

The Cabot Cafeteria's lost and found bins are overflowing with jackets, water bottles, lunch boxes, hats, etc. Be sure to check out the bins to find missing items.

Fun fact: you can prevent your wares from being lost by trying out Mabel's Labels (put Cabot PTO as your reference and we get a share of the proceeds!).

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Have Something to Say?

The end of the newsletter is typically dedicated to posts from our community members letting you know what relevant happenings are going on in Newtonville. In the past, ads have included sports sign-ups, arts events, volunteer opportunities, etc.

If you are interested in placing a short ad here, please sign up using this form. Thanks!

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Cabot School Animal/Pet Policy

Due to safety, allergies, and student comfort level with animals especially dogs, dog/pets will not be permitted on school property, this includes the school playground, the front of the building, and other public areas outside of Cabot School or inside the school building. Having dogs on Cabot School property especially near the playground is causing high anxiety for students. This includes dogs on a leash as well.

Please adhere to the school committee policy on student safety in relation to animals in and around schools. Click here for more info.

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