Thank you to all who participated in the #DryJanuary health challenge posed by community members from the 'SUP Medway coalition! For those continuing the alcohol-free journey for a day or a decade, you are not alone as shared in this Forbes article: "Numbers Show That Dry January Is Much More Than A Passing Fad" https://www.forbes.com/sites/claudiaalarcon/2022/12/28/numbers-show-that-dry-january-is-much-more-than-a-passing-fad/?sh=6c6deb5f2323&fbclid=IwAR3hsCMQodeJHMqNbGEShL9OKIGocVEG2ZKdKHgw8wBr-sJagcMCS9s8lX4
Many of you have been coming along the journey of #DryJanuary with several of us 'SUP Medway Coalition members (who created posts shared throughout the month). Great work and keep it up for the last few days of this health challenge! Some may opt to continue or at least gain a new understanding of relationship to alcohol. Reflect how you feel and how to maintain any benefits you've experienced from this challenge.
Post credit: Coalition Coordinator, Stephanie Simeon
The MFPA is excited to host a Musical Bingo Night Fundraiser on February 16 at the Medway Middle School from 6:30 pm-8:00 pm. This family-friendly event is open to all. (Donations $5/person, $25/family). Gather your friends and play for some prizes as you listen to great music. All proceeds benefit the students of the Medway Public School system Performing Arts programs. Register using this link: https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07ejlw51lkafb5361c&oseq=&c=&ch=
When
Thursday, February 16, 2023 from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM EST
Superintendent's Update dated 1/25/2023 includesan important announcement about an upcoming enhancement to our communication strategy: a free Medway Public Schools app. The app will be available to all community members and provide school updates, news, a calendar of events, and other important notifications. Please be on the lookout for more information next week about the launch of our first-ever app! The update also includes a reminder about an early release for all schools on February 1. The full update can be read here: https://www.medwayschools.org/article/974926
The Medway Middle School Department of performing arts presents Oliver Junior the musical! Performances are March 31 at 7:30 p.m., and April 1 at 2:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium. Information on ticket sales will be made available as we get closer to the show.
Information on the Preschool Lottery for the 2023-2024 School Year will be posted early February, please check back!
All afterschool activities are canceled this afternoon (Monday, January 23, 2023). Be safe.
Are you looking for ways to keep busy over the winter months? There are multiple programs and events to choose from in this week's Community Bulletin: https://conta.cc/3kuGtuD #somethingforeveryone #inoneplace
How's it going? Sharing 5 Tips from Harvard Health for keeping on the #DryJanuary journey. Even if you slipped, you can start anew today!
Steps for Success: https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/thinking-of-trying-dry-january-steps-for-success-202201032662?fbclid=IwAR1de9ltsYQln4BFiwLftr-LQ4ac0qjYi2sbpw-e0G85rARbXPD4Ng9rjkM
Over the last few years, we have published an annual report aligned with our 2019-2024 Strategic Plan Excellence for All: A Medway Mindset. The complete strategic plan can be viewed here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AUN4wo3L1hv_cH6BaZN8Vo8Vq4ecnPEU/view. The Annual Report is intended to provide progress updates on goals and metrics associated with the efforts outlined in the strategic plan.
With the known FY23 fiscal challenges, we have decided to share the 2021-2022 Annual Report (last school year’s accomplishments and data points) with our community in a virtual instead of printed format. You can find the 2021-2022 Excellence for All: A Medway Mindset Annual Report here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1nijb42holKCraVnp8PasyoLU-TRtbWAZ/view
SAVE THE DATE! Kindergarten registration will open on February 6, 2023. A list of documents that will be necessary to complete the registration process can be found here: https://www.medwayschools.org/page/parents-and-students-student-registration.
Have questions or want an opportunity to discuss School Committee matters with two of our members in a more casual setting? Board members Cindy Sullivan and Melissa Greenfield will be at Mickey Cassidy's on Wednesday, January 25 from 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
As we reach the midpoint in the 2022-2023 school year, the District will begin to pivot to more time planning for continuous improvement and efficiency based efforts for the next school year, 2023-2024. This includes a look at our progress towards our goals, the development of ideas and strategies for continued improvement, and examination of the resources needed to support this work. The actions associated with this thinking and planning come in
multiple forms, specifically, the development of the FY24 Budget and the development of 2023-2024 district and school
improvement plans. This update (dated (January 13, 2023) lists numerous ways families engage and be a part of the budget process. The update also includes a recap of past webinars and session with links for your viewing pleasure. The complete update can be found using this link: https://www.medwayschools.org/article/964223
All Medway Public Schools will be closed on Monday, January 16 in observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday.
Adults, learn about all the benefits for yourself and how you can positively impact your kids by participating in #dryjanuary. Please take this as an opportunity to discuss alcohol with your kids and your expectations for them. After all, their brains are still developing (until they are 25!), and alcohol can impair several brain functions.
Small, frequent conversations can make a big difference. Visit SAMHSA’s #TalkTheyHearYou for tips and resources https://www.samhsa.gov/.../parent.../small-conversations...
Did you know? In 2022, Medway residents collected over 35 tons of textiles at our Baystate Textile bins, which brought in $3,500 to the Medway Foundation for Education!
Have questions or want an opportunity to discuss School Committee matters with two of our members in a more casual setting? Board members Cindy Sullivan and Melissa Greenfield will be at the Medway Public Library conference room on Saturday, January 14, from 10:00 a.m.-Noon and at Mickey Cassidy's on Wednesday, January 25, from 7:00 pm.-9:00 pm.
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
January is the time of year when many of us focus our efforts on breaking habits that no longer support us and strive to live a healthier lifestyle by eating better and incorporating exercise into our life. Dry January, zero consumption of alcohol, has been gaining traction over the years, especially post pandemic. Design & content by: Aileen Green. More information can be found by visiting the 'SUP Medway Fb page.
DRY JANUARY-ARE YOU IN? Start the year fresh. Medway community members that are part of 'SUP Medway are encouraging you to pause alcohol use for the first month of the year. This trend started in 2012 and now millions of people across several countries take part in this annual health challenge. Design credit: Carolynne Benedetto
The next session in Medway THRIVE's speaker series will focus on the impact of student sleep on academic and athletic performance. This session will take place via Zoom on Wednesday, January 11 at 7:00 p.m. Join in as Dr. Judith Owens explains what you can do as a parent to help support student sleep habits and routines. Dr. Owens is the Director for Pediatric sleep disorders at Boston Children's Hospital and a Professor of Neurology at Harvard Medical School. Use this link to register: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/8254973198242828812
