Mr. Dintino's Weekly Newsletter/May 26th-29th 2026

On Wednesday, May 27th, bus students will participate in school bus evacuation drills during morning drop-off procedures.

These important safety drills are part of the district’s ongoing commitment to student safety and preparedness. Throughout the school year, students practice a variety of emergency response procedures to ensure they are prepared to respond calmly, safely, and appropriately in the event of an unexpected emergency situation

First graders at Forestdale are eagerly welcoming the arrival of their baby chicks as eggs begin hatching right inside their classrooms.

Earlier this month, first grade classes placed 48 fertilized chicken eggs into classroom incubators, creating an exciting hands-on learning experience connected to science, nature, and the life cycle of animals.

The eggs, provided by the Barnstable Farm & Pet Store, are now beginning to hatch, giving students the unique opportunity to witness this incredible natural process unfold before their eyes. The excitement throughout the classrooms has been contagious as students observe the chicks emerging and learning firsthand about growth, care, and responsibility.

Several interested Forestdale families have already signed up to provide loving forever homes for the baby chicks once they are ready to leave the classroom. Here are some more pictures:

Forestdale students are currently participating in their popular bike riding, scooter, and balance unit during physical education classes. This exciting unit encourages students to build confidence, coordination, balance, and safe riding skills while promoting the importance of outdoor physical activity and healthy lifestyles.

Held in the visitor parking area across from the gymnasium entrance, the program has quickly become a student favorite. Aside from a few minor scrapes and scratched knees or elbows that naturally come with learning new skills, students have been enthusiastically embracing the opportunity to experience the timeless joy of riding bikes and scooters outdoors with their classmates.

A tremendous thank you goes to the Sandwich Elementary PTA for generously providing the funding to purchase nearly 20 bikes and scooters for student use. We also extend our sincere appreciation to Ride Away Adventures Dave Milligan for his continued support and assistance with routine maintenance and upkeep of the bikes and scooters, helping keep this program running safely and successfully for our students.

Click the link to see more pictures: Bikes in gym

Students and staff have enthusiastically begun planting, decorating, and personalizing their new garden beds as the Forestdale Garden quickly comes to life. The garden spaces are already becoming vibrant areas for hands-on learning, creativity, teamwork, and school pride as classrooms work together to make each bed unique.

Pictured are students from Mrs. Tompkins’, Mrs. Weiner’s, and Mrs. Walsh’s second grade classrooms after spending time working together in their garden space. Students were excited to dig, plant, and help create a welcoming environment they can continue to care for and enjoy throughout the growing season.