West Bridgewater Public Schools

Congratulations to the Class of 2024 NHS members and the new inductees into the West Bridgewater National Honor Society! Great job everyone!

School Calendar - Just a reminder that the last day of school for this school year will be on Tuesday, June 11th. It is a half day of school for all schools. Here is the link to the district website where you can find both the current school calendar and the 2024-2025 calendar. https://www.wbridgewaterschools.org/

WB District Newsletter - We know this is a very busy time of year for everyone. I hope you read the newsletter to see what is going on in the district. https://www.smore.com/n/hmyx3 Have a wonderful and safe break and let's hope for some sunny days!

Superintendent Morning Meeting - the next meeting with Mr. Bodwell will be on Friday, April 12th at 9:15 am at the Spring Street School. All are welcome to attend.

Get ready for a thrilling event at WBMSHS! Wildcat Players proudly presents the production of "Annie Jr.," featuring the exceptional talents of our students in the beloved tale of the plucky little orphan, Annie! Join us at the WBMSHS auditorium on April 5th & 6th, with both evenings starting at 7 pm. Plus, on the 6th, enjoy a special matinee performance at 2 pm with a cast meet & greet, perfect for our young fans to meet their favorite characters and snap a memorable photo or grab an autograph! Tickets available at the door: $10 for General admission and $15 for limited preferred seating. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience - see you there!

WB World Culture Night - Do you love food from around the world? But don’t have the budget to travel to these exotic locations when you’re hungry? Look no further! West Bridgewater’s annual World Culture Night offers you a night of amazing cuisine from 20 different countries around the world, along with music and cultural workshops. The event is held at the MSHS this Thursday beginning at 5:30 pm. All are welcome! Tickets are $6 each with a family cap of $25 and will be sold at the door. Join us for an evening celebrating the rich culture within our very own community. See Señora Oliveira soliveira@wbridgewater.com with any questions.

Good afternoon WB Students, Staff, and Families, Happy Friday to all of you! I wanted to share the latest district newsletter with you "Wildcat PRIDE". I am pleased to provide you with updates and information about what is happening in the schools. I am hopeful you will find time to learn more about the FY25 Budget, and School Building Project as well as things going on in each of the schools. https://www.smore.com/n/szwa6 Have a wonderful weekend!

FY25 Budget Presentation - Here is a link to the presentation that was presented at the School Committee Meetings on March 4th and March 11th. The school department will next meet with the Board of Selectmen and Finance Committee next week https://www.wbridgewaterschools.org/article/1503401

Reminder Superintendent Morning Meeting - The next meeting with Mr. Bodwell will be tomorrow, Friday, March 15th at 9:15 am at the SSS. All are welcome to attend. The main topics of discussion will be the FY25 budget and updates on the elementary school building project.

Information from the WB Town Clerks Office -THIS YEAR’S TOWN ELECTION IS SATURDAY, APRIL 13th. HOURS WILL BE 9 AM TO 5 PM. ABSENTEE VOTING IS ALWAYS AN OPTION IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO MAKE IT DURING THOSE HOURS. CONTACT THE TOWN CLERK’S OFFICE FOR MORE INFORMATION 508-894-1167 or TOWNCLERK@WBRIDGEWATER.COM

WELCOME School Resource Officer Packard - He has been on the West Bridgewater Police Department for 10 years, is a Marine Corps veteran, a Swat Team member, and a father of two boys in the district. He is also a graduate of West Bridgewater MSHS. We are excited to have SRO Packard working in the schools!

THANK YOU School Resource Officer Pope - The West Bridgewater School Department wants to thank SRO Tim Pope for his years of service to the students and staff in WB. He has done an outstanding job and we wish him the best of luck in his new position of Sergeant. Thank you for being visible at each of the schools, and for your positive interactions with all in and out of the buildings.

WB District Newsletter - Wildcat PRIDE Happy Friday to all and I hope you have a wonderful February Break! Here is the latest district newsletter Wildcat PRIDE https://www.smore.com/g6tqc Please check what is happening in WB over the break!

Superintendent Morning Meeting (Coffee Hour) with Mr. Bodwell - Friday, February 16th at 9:15 am at the Spring Street School. All are welcome to attend. Here are some of the topics for discussion: MSBA building project update, SOA Plan, FY25 Budget, Superintendent in Residence Program, Inclement weather decisions, traffic and driving concerns, extracurricular activities, school discipline, and winter athletics.

Thursday, February 15th is School Resource Officer Appreciation Day. In West Bridgewater, we want to thank SRO Tim Pope for all his hard work and dedication every day! He does an outstanding job working with our students and staff. We are so fortunate to have him in WB! Thank you!

WB No School Announcement - Due to the weather forecast and the anticipated timing of the storm, there will be no school in West Bridgewater, tomorrow Tuesday, February 13th. Stay safe and have a nice day.

Grand Opening Promo 🎉Your WEST BRIDGEWATER MIDDLE/SENIOR HS Store Is LIVE at https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/massachusetts/westbridgewater/west-bridgewater-high-school Check it out!

Please check out this reminder to families regarding student health.

Check out the February WB Principals newsletters! MSHS https://www.smore.com/neav7g Howard School https://www.smore.com/q23rpj Rose L MacDonald School https://www.smore.com/25ya9-rose-l-macdonald-school Spring Street School https://www.smore.com/mj42d-spring-street-school

Date Change - The next Superintendent Morning Meeting with Mr. Bodwell has been moved from Friday, February 9th to Friday, February 16th. The meeting will be at 9:15 at the Spring Street School. Hope to see you there!