SHEFFIELD SPOTLIGHT

APRIL 7, 2023

Teamwork Makes the Dreamwork!

We have been practicing teamwork. We used teamwork and the puzzle was solved!! ~Mrs. Y

MCAS Tips for Parents

The Day of the Test

• Make sure that your child is well rested and eats breakfast.
• See that your child arrives at school on time and is relaxed.
• Comfort counts. Send a sweater if it’s a cool day. Dress in layers for a warm day.
• Encourage your child to do the best work possible and to have a positive attitude.
• Encourage your child to listen/ read carefully to all test-taking directions and to ask questions if any directions are unclear.
• Remind your child not to get stuck on any one item.
• Encourage your child to check answers for accuracy. To Reduce Test Anxiety “Test anxiety” is worrying too much about doing well on a test. It can keep students from doing their best.

Some ways to help reduce anxiety are:

• Talk about the test in a positive way.
• Encourage best effort.
• Encourage your child to focus on his or her strengths, such as a good memory or strong analytical skills.
• Assure your child that the test is only one measure of academic performance.
• Assure your child that their teacher has provided them with excellent strategies to help them have a successful test experience. Remind your child to be confident and use these strategies.

Remember—you are very important to your child’s success in school and in life. Your interest and support let your child know you believe in him or her and that you value education. We hope these suggestions help you help your child have a positive testing experience.

Friends of Sheffield (FOS)

Boon Supply Fundraiser Ends Friday!

The Boon Supply fundraiser will run until Friday, April 7. Don't miss out on your chance to purchase Boon Supply's eco-friendly items including their reusable bags, water bottles, and candles as well as their selection of magazines, popcorn and baking mixes. Items may be purchased online and they will be shipped directly to your home. To see what they have to offer and to shop, please visit: https://www.boonsupply.com/collections/619293-friends-of-sheffield Thanks again for your continued support of FOS and of our school!

Join Us For Our Movie Fundraiser - April 15th!

We hope you'll join us at Greenfield Garden Cinemas for a special showing of The Super Mario Bros. Movie on Saturday, April 15th at 9 am. Tickets are just $5 each and the event will be open to the public. This is a great opportunity to do something fun over spring break while supporting our school! Be sure to invite your friends and family! If you haven't seen our flyer with info on how to get your tickets please email us at friendsofsheffield@gmail.com. Cash, check and Venmo accepted.

You're Invited - FOS Meeting

Our next meeting will be Monday, April 24, from 6:00 - 6:45 pm in the teachers' lounge. If you prefer to meet virtually, our meet link can be found here: https://meet.google.com/zgs-mrzo-adv. If you have any questions or comments, please reach out to us at friendsofsheffield@gmail.com

Upcoming Programs at Montague Libraries

Save the Date!

Tuesday, April 11 - ELA MCAS testing for grades 3-5

Wednesday, April 12 - ELA MCAS testing for grades 3-5

Friday, April 14 at 2:15 pm - All School Meeting - All Welcome!

Saturday, April 15 at 9:00 am - Super Mario Bros. Movie Fundraiser - Greenfield Garden Cinema

Monday, April 17 - Friday, April 21 - April Vacation - No School

Wednesday, April 26 from 6-7:30 pm - GMRSD math night hosted at Sheffield

Saturday, April 29 at 7:00 pm - GMEF Annual Gala Faithfully - "An Eagles & Journey Experience"

Wednesday, May 3 - Early Release at noon

Wednesday, May 17 at 11:25 - All School Sing - All Welcome!

Friday, May 26 at 2:15 pm - All School Meeting - All Welcome!

Monday, May 29 - No School!

MCAS testing dates:

ELA MCAS testing (grades 3-5) - April 11 & 12, 2023

Math MCAS testing (grade 3-5) - May 9 & 10, 2023

STE MCAS testing (grade 5) - May 16 & 17, 2023