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Cunniff Connections: Friday, May 30, 2025

Posted Date: 5/30/25 (7:51 PM)
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Cunniff Connections

Weekly Cunniff Elementary Newsletter

May 30, 2025
 

A Note from Ms. MacEwan

Dear Cunniff Families,

I hope you've all had a wonderful week! We have been buzzing along here at the Cunniff, with a 1st grade field trip to Drumlin Farms, end-of-year assessments, gardening, and so much more. It's amazing to think that we only have 12 days left in the year!

If you are planning on moving out of Watertown over the summer and will not be returning to the Cunniff next school year, please let us know -- this is important information to have as we plan for the upcoming year. You can send me an email directly at julia.macewan@watertown.k12.ma.us. Thank you!

Have a wonderful weekend,

Julia 
 

REMINDER: NO SCHOOL FOR PRE-K & K FRIDAY, JUNE 6

On Friday, June 6, we will be holding our Kindergarten screenings for our rising Kindergarteners. In order for our Kindergarten teachers to run these screenings, there is no Kindergarten on this day. Also, because Pre-K students will be participating in screenings, there is no Pre-K on this day.

No school for Pre-K and K on Friday, June 6!
 

Fun Run Incentives Update!

As you know, our students did an amazing job raising money during this year's Fun Run Fundraiser! With over $16,000, we have earned some fun things:

Here is the schedule:

  • School-wide Pajama Day - Friday, May 30
  • Double Recess - Week of June 2
  • Ice pops at lunch - Thursday, June 12
  • Movie/show on the big screen during lunch (we will pair this with ice pops) - Thursday, June 12
  • A visit from Raider - Friday, June 13 (during Field Day)
 

Field Day: Friday, June 13! Volunteers Needed!

Our whole school will participate in our annual Field Day on Friday, June 13! We will share a schedule of events closer to that time, but are looking for volunteers in the meantime!

Every year, the Cunniff PTO helps the school recruit volunteers for its annual Field Day event, and we would love your help!

We are looking for full day, part day, and dunk tank volunteers. More info can be found in the link below. Reminder: the district requires an active CORI to be on file in order to volunteer, and they are good for 2 years.

 

5th Grade End-Of-Year Events!

Our 5th grade has been preparing for their departure from the Cunniff! Our 5th Grade PTO reps have been communicating to you, but I am including a few important upcoming happenings here as well! If you have questions, please feel free to reach out to your child's teacher, directly to me, or to our 5th grade reps at cunniffgrads2025@gmail.com.

Car Wash: Our final 5th Grade fundraiser of the year (flyer below)! Please consider coming and getting your car cleaned in the Cunniff parking lot on Saturday, May 31, from 10am - 2pm!

Middle School Visit: On Monday, June 2, our 5th graders will walk over to Watertown Middle School for a visit. Please make sure you fill out the permission slip shared via ParentSquare earlier today!

Field Trip: On Wednesday, June 4th, our 5th graders will head to Tree Tops for their end-of-year field trip! Please reach out directly to your child's teacher with any questions.

Concert: Our 5th graders will have their final Cunniff concert on Thursday, June 5 at 9am in the Cunniff Cafetorium!

Picnic: On Saturday, June 7th, families are invited to gather for a 5th grade picnic on the grass at the Cunniff to celebrate the year and each other. The fun starts at 4pm!

Moving On Ceremony: Monday, June 16th at 1:30pm in the Cunniff Cafeteria. Doors will open for families at 1:15p.

Students should plan to attend school on Tuesday, June 17th for their last day of school and our annual clap-out for 5th graders at the end of the day!
 

Spring Concerts

K-3 Spring Concert: Tuesday, June 3rd, 2025 @ 9am - 10am
This concert is for caregivers with students in kindergarten, first grade, second grade, and third grade. We have enough seats for each student to have 2 caregivers attend the concert. Caregivers will be allowed to enter the building starting at 8:50am, and will enter and exit through Door 2. Students will wear their WPS music shirt if they have one OR Cunniff Cougar pride colors.
4-5 Spring Concert: Thursday, June 5th, 2025 @ 9am - 10am
This concert is for caregivers with students in fourth and fifth grade.We have enough seats for each student to have 2 caregivers attend the concert. Caregivers will be allowed to enter the building starting at 8:50am, and will enter and exit through Door 2. Students will wear their WPS music shirt if they have one OR Cunniff Cougar pride colors.
 

Cool Cougar Fridays!

Our next Cool Cougar Friday our final Cunniff Pride day of the year! Show up and show out :).
 

PTO Meeting: Tuesday, June 3, 7pm @ Cunniff Learning Commons

The last PTO meeting of the year will be on Tuesday, June 3rd at 7pm and we will hold officer elections. We are looking for volunteers to get involved with the PTO board and help us transition to new leadership next year. If you are interested in helping with these positions in any capacity, please e-mail us at cunniffpto@gmail.com

Positions Available:
President/Co-President
Treasurer/Asst Treasurer
Secretary
Social Media Admin

PTO MEETING AGENDA
June 4, 2024 at 7:00pm
Hybrid
Welcome
Principal’s Update
Old Business
● Teacher Appreciation Week
New Business
● Field day
● Officer elections
● Fundraising ideas for next year
● Musical next year
Treasurer’s Report
5
th Grade Update
Next Meeting
● September 2024
Dates To Remember
● Field Day, June 13th
 

Important Dates Ahead...

Calendar

Please mark your calendars!


  • Monday, June 2: 4th Grade Field Trip
  • Monday, June 2: 5th Grade WMS Visit
  • Tuesday, June 3: Spring Concert (K-3)
  • Tuesday, June 3: PTO Meeting, 7pm
  • Wednesday, June 4: K Field Trip
  • Wednesday, June 4: 5th Grade Field Trip
  • Thursday, June 5: Spring Concert (4 and 5)
  • Friday, June 6: No school for Pre-K and K students (due to Kindergarten Screening)
  • Friday, June 13: Field Day!
  • Monday, June 16: 5th Grade Moving On (details to come!)
  • Tuesday, June 17: LAST DAY OF SCHOOL, 12p dismissal!
 
Cunniff Absence Form
 

Community Information

 
 
 
TBD
 

Support Children in Need

The Department of Children and Families is seeking to keep Watertown children in their
schools and communities. In order to accomplish this, DCF is looking for Watertown parents
who would consider opening their homes and hearts to a student in need of short-term
care.

Please complete this brief survey if you are interested in opening your home and your
heart to a student in need.
TBD
 
Julia D. MacEwan

Question or concerns?

If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us. You can reach out via the following links:

  • (617)-926-7726
  • julia.macewan@watertown.k12.ma.us
  • https://cunniff.watertown.k12.ma.us/