The Bulldog's Woof

We start the next bloc of state-mandated MCAS testing this week with the Mathematics exams. 8th graders will complete the "Science, Technology & Engineering" exam later this month. Throughout the month, each grade will also enjoy some Team Day activities for team-building as we move into the final phase of this school year! It's a busy time of year, so here are some important dates. South Community Service Club is running our Spring Collection Drive for the Braintree Food Pantry, now through next Friday, 5/12.  The Food Pantry is particularly looking for cleaning supplies, but we'll collect any new, unopened items such as non-perishable foods as well. Let's support our neighbors! Next week is Teacher Appreciation Week, May 8-12.  The South PTO is collecting money donations and gift cards to celebrate our faculty and staff. We also encourage you help your child write a note of gratitude to a favorite teacher--or teachers or other staff members--who have had an ...

(1.)  BASHY and the Partnership are bringing "Taylor's Message" to Braintree High  tonight  at 6:30pm-8:00.   I  highly  recommend parents make time to come hear this very impactful story as you prepare for your kids' move through middle school and into the real pressures and challenges of teenagerhood and high school. (Older/mature students may be prepared to attend, but it's not recommended for most middle school students due to the content, which can be very emotional. High school aged kids are welcome to join adults.)  All caring adults are invited!  If you sign in and let them know you've got a middle school aged child at home, you'll be able to pick up a homework pass for your Braintree middle schooler... that should sweeten the pot a bit!  Please,  tell your neighbors, friends from other towns or private schools: this message should be heard by everyone who knows and loves a teenager or preteen. (2.)  SOUTH PTO   Kickoff...