December 16, 2022
Dear Florence Roche Families,
We ended the week with a performance by our talented high school chorus. Earlier in the week, students were treated to a high school band performance as part of our annual holiday festivities across the district. This week also included a lockdown drill as part of our yearly safety planning. Students and staff responded to a scenario that required them to understand the situation and react in a way that would keep everyone safe. Representatives from the Groton Police Department were on site to assist in our drill. Their feedback on our performance was very positive. They noted how everyone took the drill seriously and responded to their teachers’ directions. I’m not one to brag, but I have to say that Officer Pete let us know that we were a model school for the district. Go FloRo!
Here is some important information and guidance from our health office:
The incidence of influenza, RSV (respiratory syncytial virus), Covid-19, and the common cold are on the rise in many communities. We wanted to remind you of ways to help keep your family and the Florence Roche community healthy.
Keep your child home if they have a fever. They must be fever free for 24 hours without the use of Tylenol or Ibuprofen prior to returning to school.
If your child has vomited or had loose stools within the past 24 hours, or has a persistent cough they must remain home.
If your child has bacterial conjunctivitis or strep throat they must remain home until they have been on antibiotics for 24 hours.
Test for Covid-19 if your child has any COVID-19 symptoms If they test positive follow the Isolation Guidelines
Encourage your child to wash their hands often-wash with soap and water for at least 20 seconds
Encourage your child to cover their coughs and sneeze with their elbow or tissue
If you plan on being in a very crowded area, like the mall or an airport, consider wearing a mask to protect yourself and your child.
Consider getting the influenza vaccine Flu Vaccine Locations
Thank you for helping us keep Florence Roche and your family healthy.
Natalie Petrucci BSN, RN, NCSN
978-448-6665 Ext 4004
This is your last chance to get your PTA raffle tickets!
Our popular Winter Fair Basket Raffle is still going strong for only 5 more days! There are 30 wonderful baskets up for grabs this season. The baskets are filled with various items such as local gift certificates, Boston Bruins tickets, a night stay at the famed Groton Inn and much much more!
The online raffle ticket sales will close on Friday, December 16th. The winners of the baskets will be announced via a live Zoom on the evening of Monday, December 19th (Zoom invitation will be sent out in the coming days). Winners will be instructed to pick up their winning baskets on Wednesday, December 21st from 3:00p-4:00p at Florence Roche Elementary School.
So, feel free to share the link with grandparents, old babysitters, coworkers, friends and family! You don’t need to be here in town to win some of these amazing prizes! Every ticket sold just means more funds raised for our beloved Florence Roche and Boutwell schools. Get your tickets today!
Future and former Girl Scouts in grades K–3 are invited to have fun exploring the magic of robots and creating their very own rubber band-powered robot cup launcher on January 17, 2023, at 6:30PM in the Florence Roche cafeteria! Learn more and reserve your spot at eventbrite.com/e/483804290657.
The grades 3 and 4 musical is back after the long COVID hiatus. This activity is open to all students in grades 3 and 4. Registration is through Extended Day and Community Education. Please see the details below.
