10.4.26 Newsletter

Posted Date: 10/04/26 (06:00 PM)

Forestdale School Weekly Update

October 4, 2026

Good news reports. Bus 13 students got a shout out for great behavior. Students got a good news report from their teachers.

Good News... and photos from the week

Good news! Bus 13 is rocking it with consistently great behavior on the bus! In other good news, when students get "good news" reports from their teachers, they come to the office and we share that great news with the families (usually by a phone call home with the super proud student!).

This weeks photos show a student completing puzzles with our SRO Dan Halloran. Students greet Lennon off the bus in the mornings. Fridays are "dance party" day with free dance time before the first bell rings. Mr. D has students join him every day to lead the Pledge of Allegiance.

Lastly - many, many, MANY thanks to the PTA for the "Scholastic Bucks" that purchased birthday books for every student. This week the Birthday Book Fairy stopped by every classroom and September birthday students got to take a book of their choosing - to keep! Thank you again PTA for helping to fund this great birthday book program.

Student doing puzzles with the SRO Dan Halloran, students greeting Lennon off the bus, students saying the Pledge of Allegiance with Mr. D, Friday Dance Party dancers and the Birthday Book Fairy giving out books for birthdays.

Red Sox Day!

Forestdale rallied and wore Red Sox gear and colors, with the hopes they would beat the Yankees. While we were festively dressed, our positive vibes could not sustain our team this year. Next year, Red Sox!

Click HERE to see images of students and staff in Red Sox gear!

Student dressed in Red Sox gear for Red Sox Day!

Caught Reading at Forestdale

Walk, Ride, or Roll To School Day

On Friday, October 9th, Sandwich Recreation, in partnership with the Sandwich Police and Fire Departments, will host a Walk, Ride, or Roll to School Day! This is a wonderful opportunity for students and families to start the school day with some fresh air, movement, and physical activity while connecting with other members of our school community.

The event will begin at 8:00 a.m. at the Oak Crest Cove beach parking area, where students and families will walk, ride, or roll together toward Forestdale. Additional information and details will be shared with families soon. We hope you’ll join us and help make this a fun and active start to the day!

Teacher Conferences

Teacher Conferences will be held on Wednesday, October 21st, and Wednesday, November 4th, from 2:45–4:45 p.m. Teachers will share a sign-up link with families so you can select a conference time that works best for you.

All conferences will be held virtually to provide families with flexibility and convenience. If your family would prefer to meet with your child’s teacher in person, please indicate that when signing up and the teacher will make arrangements with you.

A Blue Knight is explaining Fun Run 101 to people in the classroom.

Fun Run Update

The Fun Run is officially underway! If you haven't registered your student yet, now is the time. Registration is free, and every registered student receives a FREE Fun Run T-shirt.

Register at this link: FundHub

School Code: 66d85e767e2e9

This week's goal: Get every student registered!

We're also watching registration numbers by classroom. The classroom in each grade with the highest percentage of registered students by October 8th will earn a special surprise on October 9th!

Not sure what the Fun Run is all about or when your student is actually running? Check out Fun Run 101.

SANDWICH ELEMENTARY PTA
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
2026–2027

SEPTEMBER

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

OCTOBER

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

NOVEMBER

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

DECEMBER

8: PTA Meeting on Zoom, 6 PM

JANUARY

12: PTA Meeting at Oak Ridge Library, 6 PM

FEBRUARY

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

MARCH

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

APRIL

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

MAY

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

JUNE

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

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CUB SCOUTS
PACK 46

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15TH
6:15 PM
OAKRIDGE SCHOOL

Learn to Play Hockey Program Location: Gallo Ice Arena Cost: $225 (includes all necessary gear) Session Schedule: Saturday, October 10 @ 10:00 Saturday, October 17 @ 10:00 Saturday, October 24 @ 10:00 Saturday, November 7 @ 10:00 Registration & Info: Register: www.learntoplay.nhl.com More Info (Cape Cod Youth Hockey): canalsharks.com

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 Kiwanis Chili Fest (Theme: Pirates of the Chilibean - Great Bowls of Fire) Date: Saturday, October 10th, 2026 Time: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM Location: The American Legion, Sandwich, MA Cause: All proceeds benefit the children of Sandwich Tickets & Info: Scan the QR code on the flyer to order tickets and get more information