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Cunniff Connections: Friday, June 5, 2026

Posted Date: 06/05/26 (03:02 PM)


Cunniff Connections

Cunniff Elementary School Newsletter

June 5, 2026
 

A Note from Ms. MacEwan

Dear Cunniff Families,

The weeks are flying by - we have a lot to pack in before June 24th, and it's unbelievable that we are closing in on the end of the year!

Please read through for important information and updates, and have a wonderful weekend.


My best,

Julia
 

Clothing

In the spirit of sustainability and community support (and keeping our hallways clear), we have organized all unclaimed Lost & Found items into size-specific grab-bags.

Families can request a bag in their child's size - no questions asked. This is a great way to grab extra layers for next winter or replace those missing essentials from this year - completely free! Whether you're looking to save a trip to the store or could use a little extra help stocking your child's closet for next winter, these bags are here for you. Check in with our Family Engagement Facilitator, Amanda to pick up a bag.


 

📚 ☀️Back by Popular Demand: "Stop the Summer Slide" ☀️📚


Back by popular demand! We will be offering another "Caregiver University: Summer Reading" at the Watertown Free Public Library!

If you're looking for simple ways to keep your child’s reading skills steady over the break without it feeling like extra work, this session is for you. We’ll focus on easy, realistic habits that fit into your existing summer schedule.

Drop in to pick up a few fresh ideas and some librarian-approved book recommendations to keep the momentum going until September.

Event Details
Where: Watertown Free Public Library, 123 Main Street
When: June 10, 5-5:30 pm
Who: Watertown caregivers and families

No sign-up needed—just stop by and join the conversation.
 

Support Our 5th Grade!

5th Grade Car Wash
 

📚 JUNE BOOK GIVEAWAY! 📚

We’re collecting new and gently used children’s books for our upcoming Book Giveaway in June!

We are looking for:
📖 Picture books/Early Reader books
📖 Books in world languages
📖 High-interest books for elementary students (ex.
I Survived, Who Would Win, graphic novels)
📍 Drop books in collection bins outside each school entrance
❤️ The more books we receive, the more stories students can bring home to read during the summer!  

Thank you for supporting our readers!
The Cunniff Reading Team
 

Watertown Helps Out Food Drive

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Help kids and Families stay fed and healthy this summer!

DROP OFF food May 26-June 9 to any of these LOCATIONS:
  • Watertown Public School Students: Look for the collection box at your
  • school.
  • Mosesian Center for the Arts (321 Arsenal St.)
  • Watertown City Hall
  • Watertown Free Public Library
  • Watertown Police Department
  • June 9: Pride Event (Saltonstall Field)

See the Watertown Helps Out website for more information and for a list of the nonperishables most needed
right now: https://www.watertownfoundation.org/who-food-drive.

The Watertown Helps Out Food Drive is a collaboration between the Watertown
Community Foundation and the City of Watertown, and is sponsored by Butcher Box.
 

Important Dates Ahead

Calendar

Please mark your calendars!

June
  • Sunday, June 7: 5th Grade Fundraiser Car Wash 12p - 3p, Cunniff Parking Lot
  • Wednesday, June 10: Stop the Summer Slide presentation and conversation at WFPL
  • Tuesday, June 16: June Book Giveaway!
  • Friday, June 19: No school - Juneteenth
  • Wednesday, June 24: Last day of school! 12pm dismissal
 
Cunniff Absence Reporting Form
Cunniff School Website
WPS 25-26 Calendar
 

Community Information

 
Watertown Pride
 
WHO Food Drive
 
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/