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9/11/26 Week Ahead

Posted Date: 09/11/26 (08:39 AM)

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Week Ahead

Oak Ridge School

September 11, 2026
Collage of student images at recess

This Week on the Ridge

We’ve had a wonderful second week of school! Students are continuing to strengthen their classroom routines and expectations while working together to create their Classroom Charters. Curious about what a Classroom Charter entails? Ask your student to explain it to you! These charters are an important part of building a positive, supportive classroom community and giving students a voice in shaping their learning environment.

We’re seeing new friendships develop, enjoying plenty of time learning and playing outside, and building a strong sense of community throughout the school.

We also successfully completed our first fire drill of the year. Students and staff did a great job practicing our safety routines and demonstrating that they are ready to respond calmly and safely.

We look forward to our first FULL week of school next week! 
 

Reminders & Updates

Buses

Please remind your student(s) that the buses are an extension of school.  As such, toys and cell phones are to be kept inside of backpacks at all times during the bus ride.  Thank you for your cooperation!

Clubs

An exciting selection of fall clubs will be shared in next Friday’s Week Ahead on September 18, 2026.

Club registration will open on Monday, September 21 at 8:00 AM and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. We encourage families to review the club offerings ahead of time so students are ready to register when registration opens!
 

PTA News

To learn more about the Sandwich Elementary PTA, visit sandwichpta.com. Our PTA partners are the very best for our their support of our school community! The first meeting of the year is September 15th at 6PM in the Forestdale School Library.
SANDWICH ELEMENTARY PTA
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
2026–2027
SEPTEMBER

11: Back to School Bash at Forestdale
15: PTA Meeting, Forestdale Library 6PM

OCTOBER

13: PTA Meeting, Oak Ridge Library 6PM
23: Fun Run at Forestdale
30: Fun Run at Oak Ridge

NOVEMBER

10: PTA Meeting, Forestdale Library 6PM
22: Sugar Plum at Forestdale, 12–3PM

DECEMBER

8: PTA Meeting on Zoom 6PM

JANUARY

12: PTA Meeting at Oak Ridge Library 6PM

FEBRUARY

9: PTA Meeting at Forestdale Library 6PM
TBD: Bookfair & Bingo Night

MARCH

9: PTA Meeting on Zoom 6PM
TBD: Bookfair & Bingo Night

APRIL

10: Providence Bruins Outing
13: PTA Meeting at Oak Ridge Library 6PM

MAY

3–7: Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week!
11: PTA Meeting at Forestdale 6PM

JUNE

8: PTA Meeting at Oak Ridge 6PM
TBD: End of School Bash at Oak Ridge

Scan the QR code to learn more.
 

Important Dates

9/15– PTA Meeting @ Forestdale 6 pm
9/24 – Open House Grs. 5 & 6 6-7 pm, Grs. 3 & 4 5-6 pm
9/24 – Picture Day
9/28 – Fall Clubs Start
10/5-10/16 – Health Screenings
10/12– Indigenous Peoples’ Day
10/13 – PTA @ Oak Ridge 6 pm
10/21– Parent/ Teacher Conferences 2-4 PM
10/30 – Fun Run
Grade 3: 8:45- 9:20
Grade 5: 9:45-10:25
Grade 6: 12-12:35
Grade 4: 1:10-1:45
11/4 – Polished Dental 
Parent/ Teacher Conferences 2-4 PM
11/5 – Parent/ Teacher Conferences 5-7 PM
11/10 – PTA @ Forestdale 6 pm
11/11 – Veteran’s Day
11/12 – Title 1 Night 5-7 pm
11/20 – No School
Sandwich Blue Knight
 
SANDWICH SOCCER CLUB

TRYOUTS FOR SPRING 2027 SEASON

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!

⚽ NO FEE TO REGISTER
👥 BUILD FRIENDSHIPS
🏆 DEVELOP CONFIDENCE
❤️ BE PART OF OUR COMMUNITY

REGISTER TODAY AT:

www.sandwichsoccer.org
Sandwich Youth Basketball

REGISTRATION OPEN FOR 2026–2027 SEASON!
Learning Clinics: Grades 1 & 2
Rec League: Grades 3–8
Travel League: Grades 4–8

Sign up:
www.sandwichyouthbasketball.org
JOIN US!
Come See What Scouting Is All About!
CUB SCOUTS — PACK 46

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15TH
6:15 PM
OAK RIDGE SCHOOL

BOYS & GIRLS

KINDERGARTEN – 5TH GRADE

Explore • Learn • Serve • Grow

Camping • Adventure • Friendship • Learning • Fun • ...And More!

REGISTER HERE!
Scan to register & learn more!

WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!
Sandwich SEPAC Coffee & Connection

Come Connect and Enjoy!

Join Sandwich SEPAC for a casual morning of coffee, conversation, and community. Meet other parents, share ideas, ask questions, and learn more about SEPAC and how we support students with diverse learning needs.

When: Friday, September 25, 2026
Time: 9:30 AM
Where: Merchant Café, Merchant Square, Sandwich, MA

All are welcome: Parents, caregivers, and community members.

Questions?
Email MaryKate Lott at sepacsandwich@gmail.com
 
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Thanks for reading!

Please note that the "Week Ahead" will be sent every Friday afternoon via Parent Square.

Dr. Anna Dunphy, Principal
adunphy@sandwich.k12.ma.us

Dr. Mary Kate Stevens, Assistant Principal (Grades 5 & 6)
mstevens@sandwich.k12.ma.us

Mr. Matt MacLean, Assistant Principal (Grades 3 & 4)
mmaclean@sandwich.k12.ma.us