October 26, 2025

Posted Date: 10/26/25 (06:00 PM)

The Schofield Scoop

October 26, 2025

Many, many thanks to all who helped support the PTA's fun run. Classes truly enjoyed earning their rewards - crazy hair, pj day, crafts in the classroom, and even a dance party during lunch time in the cafeteria! The day of the fun run couldn't have had better weather- sunny, warm(ish) and perfect for spectators and runners alike.

Dr. Maruszcak, Mr. Dintino and kindergarten student pose for the camera at the fun run.

Outdoor pictures of students in red (Kindergarten), yellow (1st grade) and blue (2nd grade) shirts running the Fun Run loop.

Fun Run Photos - 2025

CheeNulka addresses the students in the MPR, while dressed in full regalia, which is saved for special occasions.

CheeNulka Pocknett visit

Through a generous PTA funded grant, Forestdale enjoyed the return of CheeNulka Pocknett, a local member of the Wampanoag tribe. The second grade students remembered information from CheeNulka's last visit, answering questions about the 3 Sisters, and the turtle shell. He made lots of great connections with the students, sharing Wampanoag history and beliefs and tying it to something pertinent and relatable to our young students. We are so lucky to have had this wonderful resource visit our school and help educate both students and staff here at Forestdale.

First grade students listened to CheeNulka's presentation outside, where he discussed the geese that were in the field with them.

Second grade students listen to CheeNulka perform a song and clap along to the rhythm.

Practicing the Turkey Trot race route

All students in Phys Ed classes will have a practice run/walk through the Turkey Trot/Jingle Bell Jog/Bunny Hop race route. As students rotate into PE, they too will have a chance to practice the race route. The pictures below show students in PE classes on Friday, October 17, 2025.

Clipart image of a turkey running through fall leaves.

Students in K-2 are outside, running /walking the track of the Turkey Trot race.

Caught Reading at Forestdale

Students are independently reading books - on the rug, at a desk and in rocking chairs.

Math Stations/Centers

Two girls are collaboratively problem solving the math challenges hidden inside the cups.

Students in the foreground worked on a popsicle stick math puzzle together. In the background, students are working together to solve math challenges in the mini solo cups.

Hands on Math Centers

Teachers engage students in partner or independent hands on math activities in a variety of ways. In the pictures above two girls are working on solving the math problems that are hidden inside the cups. Once solved, the girls then stack the cups to create a tower together. In the second picture above, two girls worked together to solve the math puzzle on the other side of the popsicle sticks. If the puzzle was solved correctly, once the sticks get flipped over, they create a picture (self correcting math activity).

The photos below show students in Kindergarten working on math centers. The two boys are "popping" a number on the dice popper and then pushing that number of bubbles on the fidget toy. The student below is working independently to solve the problems labeled on the outside of the cups. The answers are placed inside - for the student to self correct. Once they have all been solved correctly, the student can then build a structure with the stacking cups.

Tow students roll a die and then "pop" that number of bubbles on the pop fidget.

This students is trying to solve all the math problems labeled on the outside of each cup. Once they've all been solved, the student then creates a structure with those stacking cups.

Fundraising Reward - Dance Party!

Wow! All the fundraising efforts of staff, students and family members are really "paying" off. As a reward for hitting the latest target goal, the entire school got to have a dance party in the cafeteria. Throughout the lunch times, students got a break from eating and jammed away in the MPR to some rocking tunes. The kids loved this unusual break in the routine and really appreciated the fun reward that PTA gave them for their earnings.

Students are dancing to "Kidz Bop" music in the MPR.

Kindergarten reading with Dogs

Every month, two kindergarten classes get visited by Comfort dogs from Hearts & Paws. This month, students in Mrs. Kent's and Ms. Dimmick's classes read stories to the visiting pooches.

Kindergarten students sitting with therapy dogs from Hearts and Paws, reading stories.

Cartoon image of students in costume - Butterfly, mummy, witch, Dracula, pirate, ladybug.

Halloween Parade at Forestdale

Friday will be our annual Halloween Parade. Students may dress in costumes, without masks or props. We will plan for the parade to be outside in the bus loop weather permitting starting at 9:25 am. Families will be invited to watch from the sidewalk. If the weather doesn't cooperate, the parade will be moved indoors. If moved indoors, families are not able to attend. A final decision on the parade location will be made on Thursday, October 30th.

Image of backs of children and adults on bikes.

Upcoming Forestdale Events

10.27.25 - Walk/Ride/Roll to school

10.31.25 - Halloween Parade

11.5.25 Evening Parent Conferences

11.7.25 - Picture Retakes Day

11.11.25 Veterans' Day - no school

11.26.25 Thanksgiving Recess - 1/2 day

WALK, BIKE, ROLL TO FORESTDALE SCHOOL THIS OCTOBER

WHEN: Monday, October 27th at 8:15 AM
WHERE: Oak Crest Cove beach parking lot
WHO: Students attending Forestdale School
Rain date: Wednesday, October 29th

Join Sandwich Recreation, Forestdale Elementary School, Sandwich Fire Department, and Sandwich Police Department as we walk, ride, or roll to school to celebrate International Walk to School Day!

Participants will receive a special thank-you gift for attending!

Must attend Forestdale School and be accompanied by an adult.

508-888-4361

Walk/Ride/Roll to School - October 27th

Walk/Ride/Roll to School Day

On Monday, October 27th, Sandwich Recreatiopn Department is sponsoring Walk/Ride/Roll to School Day. This is in collaboration with Sandwich Police and Fire Departments.

The event will begin at 8:15 am from the Oak Crest Cove beach parking lot and will end at Forestdale School just before bus arrival. All participating students must have an adult with them.

Any questions please contact Sandwich Recreation Department. The rain date is Wednesday, October 29th.