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The Mansfield High School Student Services Club volunteered at the Turkey Brigade on November 23rd. 15 MHS students volunteered their time to assemble meals for over 2,000 families in need from the surrounding towns. Thank you to our students and advisors for supporting this community event!
Thanks to the generous donations of Mansfield families, Roland Green Preschool students were able to create over 40 birthday bags for children in need. During the month of November, Roland Green collected donations of items such as cake mix, candles, and frosting to create Birthdays in a Bag which will be donated to West Side Benevolent Society for distribution to families in need. This was a wonderful activity to introduce the idea of giving back to our youngest learners.
Congratulations to Coach Mike Redding on earning his 300th career win as the head coach of the football team. Coach Redding has been a staple in Mansfield for over 35 years and it was exciting to see him get his 300th victory against our longtime rivals Foxboro on Thanksgiving Day. We all hope for victory 301 on Friday, December 6 at 8pm when the football team plays North Attleboro for the Division 3 State Championship. Congratulations again to Coach Redding!
Thanksgiving Holiday Information
Thanksgiving Football Game, Thursday, November 28, 2024
Foxborough Warriors vs Mansfield Hornets
MHS Athletics is offering online tickets at a discounted price through Monday (11/25/24) at 11:59 PM, $7 Adult/Student & $4 Senior Citizen. After Monday night, tickets will be $10 Adult/Student and $5 Senior Citizen.
https://gofan.co/event/2323485?schoolId=MA14573
Mark your calendar, Mansfield High School Performing Arts presents The Lightning Thief, December 13-15.
Congratulations to our Boys & Girls Varsity Soccer Teams for advancing to the MIAA Final Four in the state tournament! Both teams will play on Monday at Walpole High School's Turco Field. Stay tuned for game time information. Go Hornets!
Roland Green Preschool Birthday in a Bag Service Project Roland Green Preschool Director Kris Delaplain is excited to announce that the preschool will collaborate with West Side Benevolent Circle to give back to the community by creating ‘Birthday in a Bag’ kits. Birthday in a Bag is a way to provide a birthday party for children who might not have one otherwise. Many families are not able to provide food for their families, let alone a birthday celebration. “This service project is a great way to teach our students at a young age to look past themselves and to think about donating their time and energy to help others who might be in need. Let’s teach our children, the future generation, that it is our duty and privilege to help in our community” said Delaplain. During the month of November, students and staff will collect items to fill the birthday bags and students will decorate, sort, and fill the bags. The bags will then be donated to West Side Benevolent Circle for distribution to families in need. West Side Benevolent Circle is a local all-volunteer organization providing assistance for families in Mansfield since 1890. While West Side’s work is more widely known during the holiday season, they are embedded in our community and work year round assisting families in need. Their mission and purpose is to provide charitable assistance and support to residents who lack financial resources due to illness, losing a loved one, or other challenging life circumstances. Birthday Bags will be filled with boxed cake mix, frosting, disposable cake pans, candles, party favors, disposable plates, napkins, cutlery, decorations and a birthday card. Superintendent Murphy stated that she is proud to see our youngest students embarking on this project. “All children should be able to celebrate their special day, no matter their family’s financial situation. I’m so proud of our preschool students for helping to ensure that all children have a happy birthday.” When asked about this project, West Side President Dawn Saba stated, “West Side would love to thank Roland Green Preschool for this great idea of engaging our youngest students and showing them how they can start learning how to give back to the community and bring a smile to another child’s face on their special day. We are proud to be able to partner with them and provide this special item to our families in the community.” Roland Green Preschool is accepting donations through November 30th. If you would like to donate, please email kristina.delaplain@mansfieldschools.com or call the preschool at 508-261-1561.
EL Family Night
On November 6, Mansfield Public Schools, in partnership with the Mansfield Public Library, hosted an English Learner (EL) Family Night at the public library. MPS EL Teachers Sofia Constantino, Sue England, Elsbeth Finucane-Albert, Mark Krikorkian, and Nicole Lynch talked to families about programs and resources offered in the schools, including translation and interpretation services. This was also an opportunity for families to meet their children’s EL teachers.
Representatives from the library offered a tour of the facility and helped attendees apply for a library card.
The district has been holding this event for several years, and this is the 2nd year we have partnered with the Mansfield Public Library. The night was attended by over 25 families from Haiti, India, Pakistan, Syria, China, Algeria, Cuba, Venezuela, Brazil, Egypt, El Salvador, and more.
“Events like this reinforce the district's vision and mission of building relationships and connections between families and educators and the Mansfield community,” stated Michael Connolly, Assistant Superintendent of Teaching and Learning.
Thank you to Ms. Constantino, Ms. England, Ms. Finucane-Albert, Mr. Krikorian, Ms. Lynch, and QMS Assistant Principal Jim Schliefke for their support and attendance at this community event.
A heartfelt thank you to Robinson Elementary School 1st-grade teacher Mrs. Sullivan, and her students, for making beautiful Veterans Day cards which were sent to the Veterans Home at Chelsea, formerly the Soldiers’ Home at Chelsea. This is the 5th-year Mrs. Sullivan has organized this school-wide event. Established in 1882, the Veterans Home at Chelsea, formerly the Soldiers' Home at Chelsea, offers residential and long-term care programs to eligible Massachusetts veterans. Thank you to all of our students and teachers who supported this activity!
Revitalization of Pollinator Garden
Thanks to a generous grant from the Plant Something Bee-autiful Program, sponsored by Keep Massachusetts Beautiful, Keep Mansfield Beautiful's (KMB) Adopt-a-Spot initiative has secured $2,500 to revitalize the pollinator garden at the Jordan/Jackson School. This garden will feature a selection of drought-resistant, native pollinator plants, enriching the local ecosystem, while dedicated volunteers like Hall Landscaping along with volunteers from KMB will oversee its maintenance for the enjoyment of the entire community.
Co-Principal John Nieratko, who oversees the STEM curriculum, expressed his heartfelt gratitude for Mrs. Newell’s commitment to the garden and the valuable learning experiences it provides for students and residents alike.
“As a member of the Keep Mansfield Beautiful Committee, I proposed the idea of incorporating the pollinator garden into KMB’s Adopt-a-Spot program,” shared Ana Newell, KMB Adopt-a-Spot Coordinator. “This initiative connects local businesses and individuals with community sites that need beautification and ongoing care. Currently, 15 sites participate in the program, ensuring that those who adopt these locations actively nurture and maintain the gardens.”
A few years ago, the Adopt-a-Spot Program successfully received a grant from the Plant Something Bee-autiful Program, which was used to rejuvenate the garden in front of the Superintendent’s Office at 2 Park Row. This garden now flourishes each season, boasting a vibrant array of stunning flowers.
Reminder: No School Monday, November 11, 2024
The Unified Sports Basketball Team is getting ready for their Staff/Student Game on November 15th. Unified Sports is a program designed to increase inclusion in the school community by breaking down barriers that have historically separated individuals with and without intellectual disabilities on the playing field. Unlike the Special Olympics, Unified athletes and their peers compete side by side in varsity athletic competition. The Special Olympics has recognized MHS as a National Banner School. All elementary schools, middle schools, high schools, and colleges in the country are eligible for this honor, and only 200 have been selected. We currently compete against local high schools in basketball, bocce, and track & field. We are also one of the only high schools in the state to offer unified courses during the school day. We currently have students enrolled in co-taught Unified PE, Music, and Art courses. Mansfield is the gold standard for how Unified programs should be run and we want to recognize the following people: Basketball-Dave Rosa, Chris Fong, Kerri McCluskey Bocce-Chris Hall, Kerri McCluskey Track and Field-Melanie Collins, Kerri McCluskey Good luck to everyone!
Tonight on Alumni Field - Soccer Doubleheader! Students, bring your ID for free admission! Let's go Hornets!
QMS Cross Country - A big congratulations to all the runners who competed in the state championship cross country meet this past weekend! In just a few short years, Mansfield has established itself as a true contender in cross country, with 5 QMS athletes medaling in this year’s state competition. On a demanding, hill-heavy course, the QMS runners proved they are truly “Stronger by the Mile”.
In the 8th Grade Girls division, Amelia Burgess and Leanna Levesque both earned medals, finishing 7th and 10th, respectively, out of a field of 162 runners.
In the 7th Grade Boys division, Leo Mullin took 13th place in a competitive field of 228 runners.
In the 6th Grade Girls division, Leah Miceli claimed an impressive 4th place, and Emily LaCivita finished strong in 9th place, both medaling out of 213 runners.
All QMS state competitors represented Qualters with unwavering passion, endurance, and sportsmanship, proving that Qualters is a cross country powerhouse with a bright future ahead.
Congratulations to all our runners on an outstanding season filled with growth and achievement and to our coaches for their continued support and dedication!
English Learner Family Night: The Mansfield Public School’s English Learner department will host a family night at the Mansfield Public Library on Wednesday, November 6th from 6:00 pm-7:00 pm. This is an opportunity for parents and guardians to meet their child's teacher and to learn about the many resources available at the library. The library is located at 255 Hope Street.
The Mansfield Halloween Drive returns! Tuesday, 10/29/24 from 5:30 pm - 7;20 pm at the Public Safety Complex. Please see link for details and map.
Volunteers from Cardinal Health Healthcare Company celebrated STEM week with Jordan/Jackson by showcasing how engineers create solutions to help people. They inspired students through conversations about various engineering fields and had fun building a "Bristle Bot". This was one of several stem activities taking place at Jordan/Jackson this week.
On October 24, 2024, volunteers from Cardinal Health jointed students in Mrs. Risotti's third grade class to complete STEM activities. Thank you to Cardinal Health!
