Here we are in the last month of school! The children have learned so much, had memorable experiences, and made new connections.
Last month, the students put on spectacular performances at their Spring Sings. The kids loved having their families back to the classrooms afterwards, and thank you to the parents who contributed refreshments towards the celebration.
Staff Appreciation Lunch was a great success! Thank you to all the families that contributed and to Hemlock volunteers Danielle Kunz, Brie Munnelly, and Lauren Peeples for coordinating.
Our Beautification Committee worked with the children to line the walkways with American flags ahead of Memorial Day. Thank you to Tania Sofia and Amanda Ferrari for serving as co-chairs of this committee. They have done an amazing job to make Hemlock a special and inviting place for our children year round.
The students closed out the month having a blast at their Field Days. Thank you to the Physical Education teachers Ms. Sinacori and Ms. Sadowski who prepared the event and to the Class Parents who assisted to make sure the day ran smoothly.
We kicked off June with an educational and interactive science performance by Mad Science. Thank you to our Family Fun chairs Sophia Armieri and Danielle Salowski for offering these special school events that family members can share with their children.
Congratulations to Jillian Gallogly from Mrs. Poncet’s class who won the GOAT Sticker Contest for Hemlock! Her design will be made into a sticker that all Hemlock students will receive before the end of school!
The First Grade Memory Book will be ready for students before they leave Hemlock. A huge thank you to our Memory Book Chairs Laura Chiara and Shannon Gnatowski. They have spent countless hours putting together this special memento for our First Graders. Their time and effort is very much appreciated!
We look forward to First Grade’s Circle of Dance performance and Celebration of Learning (10-11am), and Kindergarten’s Celebration of Learning (11:30am-12pm) on June 18th.
To our First Grade students moving on to Stewart and Stratford, we wish you the best of luck! Remember, you and your families will always be part of the Hemlock family.
Though this school year is coming to a close, we’re already thinking about and planning for next year. You will have the opportunity to volunteer for various committees at Hemlock. There are many opportunities to participate! Please be on the lookout for ways to sign up for the 2025-26 school year and if you have any questions, please reach out.
As my time as Director comes to an end, I would like to sincerely thank each and every one of you for making this such a wonderful experience. To all of my committee chairs, grade reps, and class parents, I could not have pulled anything off without you. You are an exceptional group of families and I am blessed to have worked side by side with you to accomplish so many amazing things at Hemlock these past 2 years. You will be in great hands with the new Director, Meredith Liddle.
I wish you all a restful and fun filled summer. See you around town!
Kristen Whitaker
Hemlock PTA Director
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