LIFE AT THE LOCKE … Issue #20 2019-2020

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January 20, 2020
Dear Parents/Guardians, Staff, and Students,
I hoping you are enjoying the three-day MLK weekend and take a moment to reflect on his legacy.  We have 4 DAYS OF LEARNING this week and as always we have a busy week ahead. Let’s take a look and see what’s happening …
Tuesday, January 21st is a “C” Day. Please plan accordingly for the week.
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QUOTE OF THE WEEK
The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically. Intelligence plus character - that is the goal of true education. -- Martin Luther King, Jr.
AFTER SCHOOL THIS WEEK
HW Club and late buses will resume on Wednesday and Thursday of this week.  
AFTER SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
Winter activities will begin the week of January 27th. The winter flyer is attached and is due by Thursday, January 23rd.
NATURE’S CLASSROOM 7th GRADE PARENT MEETING
This Wednesday, January 22nd at 6:00 PM we are having an information meeting regarding the Nature’s Classroom field trip for 7th grade parents. The meeting will be in the auditorium.
I-READY MID-YEAR ASSESSMENT
The i-ready mid-year assessment will be given during the month of January and the 1st week of February. Each team will determine their own schedule for testing. A reminder for students to do their best work on this assessment as we utilize the data as one of many factors to determine placement for next year and to improve our instructional practices.
NEW HALLWAY PASS POLICY
After vacation, we instituted a new pass policy. All students must use their agenda books as their hallway pass. Students are also asked to sign in/out of the classroom. If students need a new agenda book, we have them in the office for a $5 charge.
HONOR ROLL – TRIMESTER 1
Congratulations to all students for their accomplishment of achieving high honors or honors for the 1st trimester. The criteria for honor roll is:
High Honor Roll = 90% or higher overall grade in all Trimester 1 subjects (core classes, electives, PE, Band/Chor/Orch, reading, world language)
Honor Roll = 80% or higher in all Trimester1 subjects
 Please see the complete list of students on our website:
MATH PROBLEM OF THE WEEK
Last week’s answer: 255,025 square inches. Bonus: 1010.5.
MLK DAY!
The third Monday of January is the holiday commemorating the birthday of Martin Luther King, Jr. The first time Martin Luther King Jr. Day was celebrated was in 1986. Try to solve these problems without using a calendar!
a. How many times has Martin Luther King Jr. Day been celebrated?
 b. How many times since 1986 has Martin Luther King Jr. Day actually been celebrated on his birthday, January 15th?
 c. What is the probability Martin Luther King Jr.’s actual birth date falls on the third Monday in January?
Turn your answers into the office. SHOW YOUR WORK. The correct answers will be put in a drawing for huge, tremendous prizes!
ASPEN – PARENT PORTAL
For Parent Account login assistance or to re-set your password, please email: portalhelp@billericak12.com    
ABSENCES
Attendance is an important part of overall student success. If your child is going to be absent, please call 978-528-8650 to report the absence. You can leave a voicemail at this number which goes directly to our secretary. You may also email our secretary, Ms. Brewster at nbrewster@billericak12.com
PTO CORNER
Our next Restaurant Night will be on Saturday, January 25th from  3:00-7:00pm at the Feel Good Cafe in North Billerica. 
If you need gifts cards, you can order on-line and help the PTO also. Please see the attached flyer regarding our Scrip fundraising program.
We have two open spots on the PTO: Secretary & Treasurer
We are also looking for help with the following programs:
Special Programs Coordinator
Labels Program (Box Tops, etc)
Locke Apparel
School Time Fundraisers 
Scrip Gift Card Program
Scholastic Book Fair
Walkathon
Field Day Chairperson/Committee 
If you are interested in any of these positions, please contact the Locke PTO
Our next PTO meeting will be held on Wednesday February 5th at 7:00 pm in the library. 
Hope to see you there!
Important Upcoming dates:
  • Martin Luther King, Jr. Day – Monday, January 20th – No School
  • Nature's Classroom 7th Grade Parent Meeting – Wednesday, January 22nd -6:00PM, Auditorium
  • PTO Restaurant Fundraiser at Feel Good Café – Saturday, January 25th
  • Day 91 – Quarter 3 Unified Arts Classes Begin-Thursday, January 30th
  • After School Activities start – Week of January 27th
  • Early Release 11:40 Dismissal – Tuesday, February 4th
  • Progress Reports Published –Wednesday, February 5th
  • School Council Meeting – Wednesday, February 5th -- 5:30 PM
  • PTO Meeting – Wednesday, February 5th – 7:00PM
  • Spirit Week – February 10th – 14th
  • Hoops for Heart – February 10th – 14th
  • Winter Vacation – February 17th – 21st
  • Return to School – February 24th
  • Leap Year Dance –February 28th – 6:00-8:00 PM
2 attachments this week
If you have any questions, please contact me at tgaras@billericak12.com or call at 978-528-8655. Have a great week!
Warmest regards,
Tony Garas, Principal

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