Research shows that caffeine can stunt a teen's maturing brain and lead to bone loss. It can worsen other health conditions that teens may already have and cause teens to lose much-needed sleep, in turn affecting their overall health. #buildingbrightbrains
Spooky fun at the Senior Halloween Parade!
The Girl Scouts of Medway, along with the Medway Turkey Trot, are co-sponsoring a food drive to benefit the Medway Food pantries. Please help people in need by dropping off non-perishable food items in the lobby of the Medway Middle School or Medway High School from 11/1/-11/17.
Did you know about 40% of 12-20-year-olds reported having tried alcohol at least once?
Check out this informative article from today.com on how to prevent your kids from abusing alcohol. https://on.today.com/3tI09j4
#BuildingBrightBrains #SUPMedway
Medway Public Schools is looking to fill the following positions;
High School ELA Teacher (November 1 - Approx. April 15) $200/day
Daily substitute - High School Physics Teacher (now through approx. December 2023) $110/day
Special Ed Teacher at Medway Middle School, full-time (starting January 2024)
Grade 4 teacher (now through approx. January 2024) $200/day
Please email your resume and references to Carly Hofstra at chofstra@medwayschools.org
The Indigenous People's Day Committee presents the walking tour with Medway's Open Spaces & Trails.
Jim Wickis of Medway's Open Spaces will provide a casual (40-minute) walking tour on Saturday, October 28, beginning at 10:00 am. The walking tour will start at the Adams Street Meadow (near the Adams Street parking lot). Mr. Wickis will identify native and non-native plants on Medway's nature trails. In addition, we will visit boxes along the path to learn about Indigenous People's history in Medway. All ages are welcome on this 40-minute, half-mile casual walking tour.
All Medway Public Schools will be CLOSED on Friday, November 10, in observance of Veterans Day. Honoring all who served.
The prefrontal cortex, responsible for executive function skills like impulse control, decision-making, and problem-solving, is the last to develop into the early 20s. Do not expect perfection, yet encourage these skills in teens as their brain develops to build a vital "executive function" muscle.
Key to substance use prevention is talking openly with our students and helping them understand the impact of substance abuse on their health. Studies show that the earlier an individual starts smoking, drinking, or using other drugs, the greater the likelihood of developing an addiction. The risk of addiction and substance abuse decreases yearly, and substance use is delayed during adolescent brain development. If you or a loved one is struggling, we want to remind you of Care Solace, a complimentary service available to the Medway Public Schools community. To find a substance use treatment or mental health care provider to help you through your challenges, contact Care Solace at 888-515-0595.
Today's Half Day Schedule
Save the Date - Medway Turkey Trot is Thursday, November 23, at 7:30 am. All funds raised go to Medway Athletics. Register using this link: https://racewire.com/register.php?id=13763.
Medway Friends of the Performing Arts and Medway High School present a musical presentation of Clue. Performances are scheduled on November 4 at 2:00 pm & 7:00 pm. https://www.onthestage.tickets/show/medway-high-school-theatre-program/64907c15e13b0d0e55f2baac/tickets
A flu shot clinic will be held today, Monday, October 16, from 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm at Burke/Memorial School, 16 Cassidy Lane. The flu clinic is free for all (5+). Please bring a copy of your insurance card and wear a short-sleeved shirt. No co-pays!
The Medway Foundation for Education has provided grants to fund innovative programs, events, and educational support to teachers and students in Medway since 2002!
Did you know the MFE funded or helped fund the kiln used to make the ceramic tiles students design, the beautiful new Me on the Map mural at Burke-Memorial, and the fantastic new performance piano at the high school? And that MFE also funded the Lost Boys of Sudan event, Remembering Auschwitz Virtual Tour, and the inaugural year of the Financial Literacy Fair and STEM Saturday for Girls? MFE is a quiet but powerful resource for our schools, students, and teachers. BUT MFE needs help.
Most Board members have been involved for many years; our kids have graduated or are in high school. WE NEED VOLUNTEERS to help us hold events (Dodgeball, Trivia Bee, and more) and raise funds to keep funding future grants. You can join our Board (which meets quarterly to plan events and review and vote on grant proposals) or help with fundraising and events. Are you a social media guru? We could use that assistance as well. Anyone in the community is welcome, but we’re especially seeking input and assistance from parents of those in K-8. Feel free to reach out to anyone on the Board for more information! https://www.mfeducation.org/
Are you interested in quitting vaping? Quitting vaping isn't easy, but you are not alone in it. We are informing you of a text-to-quit vaping service that can help. It's super easy, completely free, and available 24-7 to help with cravings, stresses, and slips. For more information, visit the truth.com https://bit.ly/46K3Tiu
Fact: Nicotine use before age 25 can disrupt normal dopamine regulation. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that regulates mood, motivation, reward, and movement. Some natural ways to regulate dopamine levels include exercise, sleep, and listening to music.
Daily substitutes are needed at all Medway Public Schools. $110.00/day. The minimum requirement is an Associate's Degree. If interested, email Emily King at eking@medwayschools.org
Are you looking for the perfect fall activity? Look inside this week's Community Bulletin; it's chock full of programs and events. Click this link to view all the programs, events, and reminders inside: https://conta.cc/45e7TGM
Sharing information from Brian Crockett, Licensed Addiction Counselor, on how your brain makes you think you are making real connections when drinking alcohol. This educational post is worth a read - fascinating! #buildingbrightbrains #education #SUPMedway
Big thank you to Medway Athletic Boosters for donating the water for the Homecoming Dance this weekend. Much appreciated.
Please join Medway THRIVE on 10/18 for an event for Medway parents and guardians. Andrea Delucia, the author of How Do I Deal with My Emotions, will present Finding Harmony at Home: Famly Wellness and Stress Relief. We look forward to seeing you at MMS (Door 7) at 7:00 p.m.
