Important dates:

2/11/2026 -  School Council (5:00-5:45), PTO Meeting (6:00-7:00)

2/13/2025 - Early Dismissal, Staff PD Half-Day (12:25pm)

2/16-2/20/2026 - February Break

Dear Hill-Roberts Families,

With snow days on Monday and Tuesday—and adjustments to pick-up and drop-off routines due to last week’s 21" snowfall—we truly appreciate your flexibility and patience.

With just two weeks remaining before February break, we are continuing to make the most of this prime academic time while also planning for some seasonal fun. From a CREST Assembly to Valentine’s Day celebrations, the PTO-sponsored Book Drive (in preparation for our upcoming Book Swap), and another Patriots Spirit Day this Friday (Go Pats!), there will be plenty of elementary magic sprinkled throughout our ambitious academic schedule.

Below, you’ll find important reminders related to pick-up and drop-off updates, cold weather and recess expectations, and details about the Book Swap event coming up in two weeks.

Sincerely,

Dr. Paul Madden, Principal
Ms. Julie O’Boyle, Assistant Principal

Thank you for your flexibility, patience, and understanding this week as we have made changes to pick up and drop off procedures for walker families. After 3-days, we were able to get all students in their cars and on the road by 3:31pm. This is a significant improvement from Wednesday, our first day with the updated pick-up pattern. 

Also, we have gotten some feedback that has been very helpful and we may be looking to implement our revised pick-up plan earlier than expected. We will keep you posted! For now, see reminders for our current procedures.

Please use the drop off loop in the AM. Students should never be crossing the street unsupervised. With the increased snow, Dr. Madden will be present in our side lot to:

a) help to guide students out of their cars and

b) help direct traffic in the parking lot to support bus movement down Roy Ave and overall efficiency for walker families.

To support greater efficiency for all, please make sure your student is ready to exit the car upon pulling up to the front end of the car line.

As a reminder, please be polite in all interactions with staff; safety is our priority. 

We still have limited parking spaces on Roy Ave. Our student Pick Up plan from yesterday will be continued until further notice. Ms. O'Boyle (AP) and Dr. Madden will be outside to assist. Here are the directions:
1) Drive down Roy Ave
2) Pull over and park on right-side only
3) Pick Up your student, then continue down Roy Ave to the turnaround (see cones and Ms. O'Boyle).

Please, no 3-point turns as this creates safety issues for families walking back to their cars.

Thank you for your support and understanding as we balance safety with efficiency.

Please be outside at your bus stop before the bus arrives. This is bus company policy. Waiting outside at the bus stop ensures that students are waiting safely before the bus arrives (and not crossing the street last minute) and helps ensure that bus routes are on-time.

Just a reminder that when you are being buzzed into the main office, please do not hold the door for additional families/guests. Our front office needs to vet all potential visitors. Please remind anyone following behind you that they need to press the buzzer and wait for the main office to answer before entering.

We go outside every day that the “feels-like” temperature is above 25 degrees, so please be sure to send your student with warm winter coats, hats, gloves or mittens, and appropriate footwear each day. Layering helps in keeping our students comfortable throughout the day! 

If your family needs help finding winter gear, just reach out. No one should be cold on our watch!

ASEPAC is excited to partner with the Problem Resolution System (PRS) Office to provide an informative and empowering virtual webinar for families.

📅 Date: February 10th 2026
🕕 Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Virtual Only
🔗 Registration Required: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=Fh2GPrdIDkqYBowE2Bt7KieCFKyErgxOtCc7h-yyDppUQ1lBVkFWWDVUUjJEMjZTTDE4NEdZT1IyWC4u&route=shorturl

PLEASE NOTE: the February 10th 2026 ASEPAC meeting is virtual only.

This virtual session will focus on reimagining and recalibrating the Massachusetts State Complaint System and helping families better understand how to navigate concerns, problem-solve effectively and advocate for their children in meaningful ways.

Whether you’re new to special education or a seasoned advocate, this presentation will offer valuable insight into your rights, the complaint process and how PRS can support families and districts in resolving concerns collaboratively.

👉 Scan the QR code in the flyer (or use the provided link) to register today!

We hope you’ll join us for this important and informative conversation. Please feel free to share this with other families who may benefit!

We will be enjoying several fun, themed days during the week of 2/14 (more details coming soon!). As a reminder of the District’s food policy, please do not send in food or candy to be shared with classmates. Non-food items such as pencils, stickers, and cards are welcome if you choose to participate. Please be sure that every child receives an item, and that items are labeled only with “from: (your child)."

The Early Learning Center is beginning the lottery process for the upcoming school year!

Eligibility Requirements: ✅ Must be 3 years old by September 1, 2026 ✅ Must live in Attleboro ✅ Must complete a developmental screening

Program Details:

Half-day program 

AM program: Monday-Friday (8:55a-11:25a)

PM program: Monday, Wednesday-Friday (12:45p-3:15p)

Parent transportation required

Ready to get started? Sign up for a screening using the link below! Screenings are the first step in the lottery process.

👉 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0545AAA92AA2FDC43-61462686-elccommunity

We're so excited to welcome new families and see some familiar faces back at the ELC! If you have any questions about the program or lottery process, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Let's make the 2026-2027 school year amazing! 🎉

Contact or visit the Welcome Center for access to Community Resources, Community Flyers, and support for all things APS.   

Resource Spotlight 

Attleboro Public Library offers a variety of programs and events for Attleboro residents of all ages. View their February Calendars on this Community Flyers page or visit their website directly. 

Sherri Knight-Cloud, BSN, RN, NCSN

sknightcloud@attleboroschools.com or (508) 399-7560

Click here

Hill-Roberts' Main Office

For questions or updates about attendance, transportation, medication/nurse, or early dismissal, call (508) 399-7560) or email (Mrs. McLaughlin, Clerk or Mrs. Doxsey, Clerk)

Classroom Teacher

For questions about classroom learning, grades, behavior, or anything related to your child’s daily school experience contact your child's classroom teacher via email or the Rooms App.

PTO

For questions about volunteering, fundraisers, or event questions, email hillrobertspto@gmail.com or visit https://www.facebook.com/share/1GGrujkdtj/?mibextid=wwXIfr

• Hill Roberts PTO fundraiser at Five guys on 1/21 from 4-8pm.

hillrobertspto@gmail.com 

 HRES PTO Facebook Page

• Arrival:

  • Doors open at 8:30 a.m.

  • Doors will close at 8:45 sharp. Please report to main office if arriving past 8:45.

  • Classes start- 8:45 a.m.

• Dismissal is at 3:25 p.m.

• Early Dismissal days end at 12:25 p.m.

If your child is absent or will be absent, for any reason, please call the main office. Mrs. McLaughlin, Clerk and Mrs. Doxsey, Clerk would be happy to help you. Our number is (508) 399-7560.

Dr. Madden, Principal

Mrs. O'Boyle, AP

Mrs. McLaughlin, Clerk

Mrs. Doxsey, Clerk

(508) 399-7560

The Attleboro Public Schools does not, in any education program or activity that it operates, discriminate or tolerate discrimination on the basis of race*, color, sex,  sexual orientation,  gender identity, sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, religion, disability, age, genetic-information, active military/veteran status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy, or pregnancy-related condition, homelessness, ancestry, ethnic background, national origin, immigration status, or any category protected by state or federal law. The Attleboro Public School District prohibits sex discrimination. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the District’s Civil Rights and/or Title IX Coordinators.  The notice of nondiscrimination is located at  https://www.attleboroschools.com. 

*race to include traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture, hair type, hair length and protective hairstyles.