Katharine Lee Bates Elementary School

  <!– Bates Elementary May 8, 2026 Dear Bates Families, A huge thank you to our PTO and families for showering us with kindness during Teacher Appreciation Week! We’ve felt so spoiled by the daily surprises: a delicious breakfast, a… Continue reading Bates Buzz 5.8.26

      <!– Bates Elementary Dear Bates Families, There are fewer than two weeks to go until the Bates Mini-Marathon! In addition to being a fun community event, this year students have the opportunity to fundraise for the Wellesley Food… Continue reading Bates Buzz 4.2.26

      <!– Bates Elementary March 27, 2026 Dear Bates Families, We’ve really enjoyed the opportunity to meet with you for parent teacher conferences over the past few weeks. Thank you for making time for these important conversations and… Continue reading Bates Buzz 3.27.26

      <!– Bates Elementary March 21, 2026 Dear Bates Families, Thank you to our PTO for a thoughtful community conversation about the book The Anxious Generation on Thursday evening. Many thanks to our panelists and the parents who… Continue reading Bates Buzz 3.21.26

      <!– Bates Elementary March 13, 2026 Dear Bates Families, Thank you to all the wonderful volunteers who joined us for the Day of Play! Your energy and enthusiasm were invaluable in supporting our student creators — and… Continue reading Bates Buzz 3.13.26