Dear Upham Parents,
Certainly, you’ve noticed the beautiful dumpster adorning our parking lot. I am sorry for the inconvenience of having an unsightly dumpster complement the front of our school. Unfortunately, it does signify the end of Upham. The dumpster will be available throughout the remainder of the year to clean out our wonderful school.
The clean-up will not interfere with the teaching and learning. We still have the math and science MCAS ahead of us. So, business as usual, but with a dumpster to maneuver around.
Additionally, we will maintain our promise to you and the children. We will make each day the best day ever. Laugh, cry, and then laugh even louder as we complete the remainder of this school year. Although we are sad that our school will be closing, our hearts are filled with unmistakable gratitude for our time together.
Flashlight Tag
The PTO presidents asked me to give each grade level one last crack at flashlight tag (Thank you, Mrs. McGeough and Mrs. Carpenter, for all you have done for the families at Upham). Unfortunately, I will need to cancel. I do apologize to you and your children. My immediate family is dealing with some medical issues, and I will not be available. Again, I am so sorry for the miss. I hope that you understand.
Upham’s Last Assembly
Our last school assemblies will be held on May 3, May 24, and June 6.
Please note that our last school assembly will be on Thursday, June 6th. Our standard start time for assemblies is 8:45 AM, but on June 6, we will begin at 2:00 PM and run until 3:00 PM. This “last assembly” will honor our current students and staff, alumni, and community members who wish to join. At 3:00 PM, we will depart to the upper field and enjoy food and fun (provided by our fabulous PTO). So that you know, all are welcome to join. Everyone will be invited to peruse the Upham hallways and classrooms for “one last time.” Please join us for this special celebration.
5th Grade Moving On Ceremony
On Tuesday, June 11, we will celebrate our 5th Graders with our Moving On Ceremony. We will begin that celebration at 9:00 AM and continue until 10:00 AM. Refreshments will be offered after the ceremony. All are welcome!
Last Day of School
Please be reminded that Wednesday, June 12, is a full day (dismissal at 3:05 PM), and Thursday, June 13, is a half day, and our dismissal will be at noon. Our 5th grade “Clap-Out” will begin at 11:55 AM. All are welcome!
IMPORTANT DATES
Friday, April 26 – Upham Movie Night
Wednesday, May 1 – Last day to order yearbooks!
Friday, May 3 – All School Assembly, Parents Welcome
Friday, May 24 – All School Assembly, Parents Welcome
Thursday, June 6 – Save-the-Date: Upham Celebration – Afternoon Assembly + School Party on the Upper Fields. More info to come!
Tuesday, June 11- 5th Grade Moving On Ceremony
Wednesday, June 12- Full Day of School
Thursday, June 13- LAST DAY OF SCHOOL