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Friday Memo

Posted Date: 09/26/25 (05:04 PM)


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Weekly Happenings at MCCPS

A message from the Head of School

September 26, 2025
Dear MCCPS families,

Thank you for joining us for Curriculum Night. We loved having you in the building and sharing more about teaching and learning at MCCPS—we are so proud of the work happening here every day.

This week, students completed their baseline diagnostic assessments in math through the iReady platform. Next week, all students will complete ELA diagnostics using IXL. We’ve shifted to IXL for ELA because it provides more comprehensive data—particularly in writing and grammar—and offers more detailed reading results for those students who have already acquired foundational reading skills. You will receive both math and ELA reports, along with a cover sheet to help you interpret them, on Friday of next week. Please reach out with any questions. These assessments are important tools that help us adjust instruction to meet student needs.

On Monday, our PALS program (Personalized Accelerated Learning Support) will begin. PALS takes place three mornings a week and provides targeted support in either Math or ELA.

  • Math PALS: An opportunity for students to receive individualized, targeted support, either in a small group led by a teacher or through the personalized i-Ready MyPath program.

  • ELA PALS: Teacher-led sessions focused on informational texts, where students will participate in group discussions, explore text structures, and complete writing activities. PALS will address all domains of ELA—reading, writing, speaking, and listening.

Finally, please mark your calendars: on Wednesday, October 8, our school will take part in an all-school field trip hosted by our partners at the Marblehead YMCA. It will be a day of fun, recreation, and community. Drop-off and pick-up will take place at the YMCA that day.

Wishing you and your family a wonderful weekend!

Warmly,

Stephanie Brant LICSW
Head of School
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Quick Things To Know

QUICK THINGS TO KNOW FOR THE WEEK OF 09/29 - 10/03

Monday 9/29
  • Wicked Cast A Rehearsals, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Tuesday 9/30
  • Cross Country Meet, home vs. Kipp Lynn @ Leadmills Conversation Area, 4:00pm
  • Soccer Game, home vs. Epstein Hillel School @ MCCPS Field, 4:00pm
Wednesday 10/01
  • Wicked casts B and C rehearsals, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
  • Professional Development time, 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Thursday 10/02
  • Cross Country Meet, home vs. Excel Chelsea @ Leadmills Conservation Area, 4:00pm
  • Soccer Game, home vs. Community Day @ MCCPS Field, 4:00pm
Friday 10/03:
  • PTO Meeting, 8am - 9am
 
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Contact Info

School Hours:
Monday Through Friday
7:45 am - 3 pm
Office Manager | Mallory McMahon
781-631-0777 extension 148
Calling your student out sick? Dismissing early? Running late?
or call 781-631-0777 extension 148
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COMMUNITY MEETINGS

Monday - Music Morning
Tuesday - Anti-Bullying month introduction
Wednesday - No Community Meeting, Character Strong
Thursday - Food Drive
Friday - Anti-Bullying with the Wellness Team
Community Meetings
 

7th and 8th Grade Parent Dinner

7th and 8th Grade Parent Dinner

Join us on October 9th, 5-7pm

We look forward to welcoming our 7th and 8th Grade Parents and Guardians on 10/09 for this casual opportunity to gather for dinner and conversation. The event will be from 5pm - 7pm. Parents and Guardians can RSVP by clicking the link HERE -- please respond by no later than Monday, October 6th.
 

Pictures from the Week

7th grade science project explores the possibility of water on Mars

7th grade

The 4th grade discussed nature and friendships in "Character Strong."

4th Grade

8th grade begins the Community Service Learning unit

They visited the little pantry created by last year's 8th graders and began a campaign to collect food for those in need.
8th grade
 

New Staff Spotlight

We’re thrilled to welcome Cheryl O'Toole to the Charter community as our School Counselor!

Originally from Rhode Island, Cheryl ran track and cross-country while studying psychology and counseling in Virginia, where her passion for working with children first began. A world traveler who counts Tokyo as a favorite city, Cheryl was inspired to join MCCPS after seeing her own two children thrive here—growing into confident, self-aware advocates through project-based learning and public speaking. We’re thrilled to welcome Cheryl’s energy and experience to our team!
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Athletics

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SOCCER

Hello Navigator fans,

  • Soccer's first game next week is on Tuesday 9/30 at home against the Epstein Hillel School at 4 pm. Players will stay at school after dismissal and make their way out to the field at 3:15 to start warming up. 
  • We then have a league game on Thursday 10/2 also at home at 4 pm against Community Day. Again Players will stay at school after dismissal and make their way out to the field at 3:15 to start warming up. 

CROSS COUNTRY

  • There is a XC meet on Tuesday 9/30 at 4 pm against Kipp Lynn. It is a home meet for us so it's at Leadmills. Please pick up your child at normal dismissal time and have them at Leadmills ready to go by 3:30 pm the latest.  
  • The second meet next week is on Thursday 10/2 at 4 pm against Excel Chelsea. This is also a home meet which means it's at Leadmills. Again pick up your child at normal dismissal time and have them at Leadmills ready to go by 3:30 pm the latest. 
Go Navs!!!! 
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Lunch Menu 09/29 - 10/03

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PTO

PTO Newsletter

Help Shape Your Child’s School Experience
🌟 PTO Leadership Opportunities! 🌟
We’d love for you to get involved with the PTO this year!
If you have any questions, please reach out directly to one of the officers or ambassadors below, or email us at PTO@marbleheadcharter.com.
PTO Officers | 2025–2026
  • President: Kim Nothnagle (8th Grade Parent)
  • Vice President: Travis Bryan (8th Grade Parent)
  • Secretary: Open Position – We’re looking for someone!
  • Treasurer: Amy Ries (8th Grade Parent)
Parent Ambassadors
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
  • Two Parent Ambassador spots available!
8th Grade
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Food Pantry

Community FOOD PANTRY at MCCPS

With the support of Stop&Shop and Marblehead Community Charter Public School, the food pantry is available to the community.
Please reach out to Danette Russo at:
FOOD PANTRY