Hello Fine Families,

We had a very busy week here at Hyman Fine! We started the fun with special guest singer and storyteller, Bill Harley. He had us singing and giggling on Monday morning.

On Tuesday, our school participated in a Spring Clean Up event! The classes went out and worked on cleaning up and beautifying our school campus. We picked up trash, swept walkways, raked leaves and mulch, planted flowers and will be working on our rock garden!

We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to our incredible PTO and families for their generous support and donations to our Fun Run event. Thanks to you, we surpassed our fundraising goal of $30,000!

We are thrilled to use these funds to support the integration of interactive TVs in our classrooms and to help cover the cost of buses for upcoming field trips. Your generosity will have a direct and lasting impact on our students' learning experiences.

Most importantly, I want to share that all of our students—and I—had an absolute blast running together. It was a joyful and memorable event for our entire school community.

Thank you again for making it such a success!

The last day for student book checkouts will be Thursday, June 6th. All library books must be returned by Thursday, June 13th.

Families will receive notices about any overdue books. Please take a moment to check at home for any lost or forgotten library items and send them back to school with your child.

Thank you for helping us wrap up a great year in the library!

Lastly, please remember that there is NO SCHOOL on Monday, May 26 in observance of Memorial Day.

Wishing you all a wonderful long weekend!

Suzy, Principal

With new leadership often comes refreshed processes, and I’d like to take a moment to share our updated approach to class placement. Our goal in doing so is to provide clarity and insight into how we make these important decisions.

This process has been developed with great care, grounded in research and shaped through collaboration with colleagues across the district. At its core is a deep commitment to equity—ensuring that every class is balanced and that each student is placed in an environment where they can thrive.

When forming classes, we thoughtfully consider a range of factors: academic strengths and needs, behavioral profiles (including attention, independence, and teacher interaction), social-emotional development, and previous teacher experiences. Once we’ve created balanced groupings, we take further steps to ensure students have positive peer connections and that personality dynamics are well matched. While we can’t guarantee specific friend pairings, we strive to ensure each child has at least one familiar or compatible peer.

Only after establishing these balanced groupings do we assign teachers. This ensures that we’re matching students with teachers in a way that supports individual learning and growth. Our staff is also involved in reviewing placements to identify any additional insights or considerations.

Please know this process is both thoughtful and complex. Even small changes can affect the balance of an entire class. As a fellow parent, I understand how deeply you care about your child’s experience. I want to assure you that every member of our teaching team brings unique strengths and a deep dedication to student success.

Because of the care and complexity involved, we are unable to accept specific teacher requests. While we always welcome your perspective and input, we ask for your understanding as we make decisions in the best interest of all students.

Teacher Assignments

Your child’s teacher for the upcoming school year will be listed on their end-of-year report card. This approach, introduced last year, was met with positive feedback and helps families begin the summer with clarity and peace of mind.

Thank you for your partnership and support as we prepare for another great school year!

Huge thank you to everyone who helped gather sponsorships, volunteers and donations for this year's Fun Run! We raised over $37,000; well over our $30,000 goal! This money will be used to fund field trips, interactive screens in classrooms, and enrichment activities. 

As the year winds down, we begin to focus on 4th Grade end of Year activities and Field Day. 

The PTO would like to thank Jenn Rosa and Ben Chalot as they finish their final PTO terms; as they both have children moving on to middle school. They have given numerous years to the board and worked really hard chairing many events over the years! THANK YOU BOTH!

Congratulations to next year's newly elected PTO Board:

President/Co President- Ashley Niland & Christine Svendsen

Vice President/Co Vice President- Kelli Renker & Lindsey Jacobs

Secretary- Ashley Marsters

Treasurer-Ashli Burns

Looking for gift ideas for a staff member? Most staff have created an Amazon Wish List!

Huge thank you to AIR Attleboro for your collaboration for our Field Day! We are grateful for your partnership! For every rental booked by a Hyman Fine Family, our PTO will receive a $25 donation.

Thank you to everyone who snaps pictures or has linked their shopping accounts to Box Top. We have raised $224.30 so far this school year!

There are no more meetings scheduled this year! We hope you will join the PTO next year!

We appreciate all the support from our families. If you are interested in helping our PTO organize fun events and opportunities for our students, please consider joining a committee next year!

Co-Presidents: Jennifer Rosa, Ashley Niland, Co-Vice Presidents: Christine Svendsen & Kelli Costa, Treasurer: Ben Chalot & Secretary: Lindsey Jacob

Make sure to like and follow us on Facebook for information on events and fundraisers.

We can also be reached by email at Hymanfineelementarypto@gmail.com

We're still colleting books for our book swap! Books and slips must be turned in not later than May 29th!

It is very important that all of our families check our various forms of communication regularly. This includes your child's daily homework/communication folder, Rooms App, and our Weekly Newsflash Newsletter.

100% of our classroom teachers are currently using the APS Rooms App to communicate with their families. Please check for updates often. If you are unable to access this application, please reach out to Kim Janssen at Kjanssen@attleboroschools.com.

School event calendars and breakfast/lunch calendars will go home in student home/school connection folders at the start of every month. Please ensure that you check your student's backpack for flyers, forms and important school news regularly.

May Calendar

Breakfast/Lunch Calendars

We have created the A- Z Reference Guide which includes building protocols and procedures for families to note. Please read over this document as it includes pertinent information regarding our building expectations.

Your student's attendance is very important. The more time spent in school learning, the more academic progress and success students can make. Not to mention, it's fun to be with friends, learning, growing and playing together. Building good habits and routines for coming to school will help create a solid foundation for your student's educational journey.

Did you know that daily attendance can reduce stress, increase your child’s self-confidence and lay a foundation for good attendance in later grades? For a list of tips and tricks for different age groups, click here: https://www.attleboroschools.com/o/apswc/documents/attendance/589595   

As stated in the student handbook: While students are granted the privilege of Chromebook use, both families and students bear responsibilities in its care and usage.
The District does not carry accidental damage insurance. Students are responsible for any damage requiring repairs.

More information regarding repairs can be found in the handbook and on the district website. Click here for more information regarding repairs.

The following price list is valid for the 2024 - 2025 school year.

Please note the following information regarding Head Lice and Treatment.

Visit the APS Community Fliers page to view the most recent events, opportunities, and resources happening within the Attleboro Community. 

Just another reminder that Transportation Registration for the 25-26 school year is now open until June 20th! Please note that ALL ELIGIBLE STUDENTS MUST APPLY in order to receive bus transportation for next school year. This includes Kindergarten and First grade. The only exception to this is for those with specialized transportation needs listed in an IEP. New this year, payment will be due upon submission of the application. Families should refer to the email sent on April 4, 2025, or visit the APS Transportation website for details: https://www.attleboroschools.com/o/apswc/page/transportation

The United States Attorney’s Office will be hosting a virtual internet safety presentation for all adults who wish to keep children safe online. View more information in event flyers and register using the link below:  

Keeping Kids Safe and Secure Online:  A Project Safe Childhood Presentation for Parents 

Wednesday, June 4th from 6:30 – 7:30 pm.  

A Q & A session will follow the presentation. The presentation will bring awareness to how predators are sexually exploiting children online and how to keep them safe. Advanced registration is required.  Register for the webinar here:  https://usao.webex.com/weblink/register/r4617269953953d7a4aaa839f6c3e110b 

Attleboro Global War on Terrorism (GWOT) Committee is working to fund and build a monument to honor and commemorate the brave men and women who have served, and are currently serving, in the conflict that followed the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. This monument - a symbol of remembrance, gratitude, and respect - will serve as a gathering place for reflection, healing, and education, ensuring that the stories and sacrifices of our service members are never forgotten.  

The Committee is diligently working to raise $100,000 for a monument in beautiful Capron Park, near Veteran’s Triangle.  The projected dedication is planned for September 2025. The committee is looking for support with continued funding to support this initiative. Your help is greatly appreciated!

Click the image below to view the Project Connect May/June Newsletter

If you are interested in your child attending preschool at the ELC for the 2025-2026 school year, please sign up for a screening by clicking the link below.

To participate in the program a child must be:

• A resident of Attleboro on the day of the screening

• Three years of age by September 1, 2025

• If your child will be 5 by September 1, 2025, they are eligible to attend Kindergarten

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D45A4A62EA7F9C52-52796202-2025#/

Our district remains committed to ensuring a safe online environment for all students. To learn more about the internet filters and safeguards in place to protect students and support their online learning, please visit: Internet Filters and Safeguards

May 26- No School- Memorial Day

May 28- K Field Day

May 29- Grade 2 Field Trip, 3rd Grade Performances

June 6- Kindergarten Last Day (full day of school)

June 13- Grades 1-4 Field Dy

June 17- Grade 4 Send Off Ceremony

June 19- No School in observance of Juneteenth

June 20- Last Day Grades 1-4 Early Release Day 12:25pm

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.