January 30, 2026

 

Principal Message

Dear Fine Families,

This week certainly reminded us that winter is still very much in charge! Thanks to the recent snowstorm, we found ourselves with two snow days and a three-day school week, but our students and staff made the most of every moment we had together. Classrooms were filled with focus, flexibility, and great learning despite the shortened week.

As a result of the storm, we did need to make a few schedule adjustments. Some Scholastic Book Fair shopping dates have been rescheduled, and we appreciate everyone’s patience and flexibility. Please be sure to review the updated Book Fair schedule in the PTO section below so your child doesn’t miss out on this exciting event.

Additionally, our Multicultural Night has been postponed and will now take place on Thursday, April 16th. While we were disappointed to delay this special evening, we are very much looking forward to celebrating our diverse community together this spring.

It is also important to note that snow days result in a change to our end-of-year calendar. The last day of school for grades 1–4 will now be Monday, June 22nd. Kindergarten’s last day remains June 5th and will only change if we experience five or more cancellations.

Looking ahead, we invite our students and staff to participate in Sports Team Theme Day on Friday, February 6th as we celebrate both the Super Bowl and the Winter Olympics. Students are encouraged to wear their favorite sports or team gear!

Thank you, as always, for your continued support and partnership. We appreciate the flexibility and positive spirit that make our school community such a special place.

Warm regards, 

Suzy Dalessio, Principal

 

Multicultural Night Postponed

Please note that our Multicultural Night which was scheduled for this week has been postponed. 

More details will be forthcoming put please save the date for Thursday, April 16th. 

 

Student Council Donation Drive: Friends of Attleboro 

During the month of February- Student Council will be collecting items in support of a local animal shelter, Friends of Attleboro. Please use the QR code below to access the Animal Shelter’s Wishlist. 

 

❄️☃️ Cold Weather Reminder

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!

 

📅✅Attendance Matters

A reminder to all families: Every school day matters for student success. While we recognize the value of family time, cultural experiences, and enrichment activities, families are reminded to consider the impact of missed class time. Vacation/extracurricular absences are unexcused and represent learning time that cannot be recovered.

If you have questions about attendance or need support, please reach out. We appreciate your partnership in your child's education.

 
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Hello Hyman Fine Families,

* The cold weather is upon us- please make sure your child is dressed appropriately (coats, hats, gloves etc.) for the weather. When weather allows, children will go out for recess and brain break.

* Please follow the school’s guidelines of when to keep your child home from school, as this will help to minimize the spread of illness.  

School Guidelines are:

A temperature greater than or equal to 100.0

Your child must be fever free for 24 hours, without the use of fever reducing medication such as Motrin/ibuprofen or Tylenol/acetaminophen

Your child must be without vomiting for 24 hours.

If your child is placed on antibiotics s/he must complete 24 hours of dosing prior to returning to school.

* Health Screenings (Hearing & Vision) will begin in the Health Office next week and continue until completion. Please make sure your child has their glasses at school. 

* If your child is prone to accidents, please keep a change of clothes in their backpacks. Donations of new boys’ and girls’ underwear are always appreciated. 

Thank you!

Karen Mages, BSN, RN, NCSN

School Nurse

Hyman Fine Elementary School

Phone: 508-223-1560 ext. 305

Fax: 508-226-0255

Email: kmages@attleboroschools.com

 
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Book Fair Thank You

Thank you to all of our amazing volunteers at the Book Fair this week. We appreciate how flexible you were with all of the changes due to our snow days. 

The Book Fair will continue into next week.  Below is the most recent schedule. 

 

PTO Meeting  

Just a reminder that our February PTO meeting will be held this Tuesday, February 3rd at 6:00 pm. You can attend in person at the Hyman Fine library or virtually. The link to log in virtually will be sent in the Rooms app on Tuesday. We look forward to seeing you there! 

 

School Supply Restock 

🏫📦School Supply Restock – We Need Your Help! As we approach the mid-year mark, the cupboards at Hyman Fine are starting to get bare. We’d love to do a school-wide restock of our most used and most requested items to support all of our classrooms. Please consider using the Amazon link below to purchase supplies that will be shared across the entire school and among classes. You’re welcome to include a small note with your donation—or send it anonymously if you prefer. All items will be shipped directly to Hyman Fine for easy delivery. Thank you, as always, for your continued support of the Hyman Fine PTO, staff, and students. 💙📚

 🔗Amazon Wishlist:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1K074OB2354KD?ref_=wl_share

 

Attention 4th Grade Parents 

Can you believe our 4th graders only have a few more months at Hyman Fine! 

We are collecting baby photos along with a short message to be featured in the 4th Grade Yearbook.

 Please click the link below to upload your photo and message.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd6Es2lFsZVcECIXqZtE_x-MAaW6B5VY2YTBye4bQa6GjjekA/viewform?usp=header

 
 

Someone Special Dance 

Get excited for the Someone Special Dance! The flyer will be coming home soon with your child. Be on the lookout and be sure to buy your tickets!  

Zeffy Link for tickets: 

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/someone-special-dance-11

 

Fun Run Sponsors Needed 

Get excited for the 9th Annual Hyman Fine Fun Run! We are starting the process by looking for business sponsors to help fund our t-shirts. Please see below for more details. 

We thank you in advance for all of your support. 

Zeffy Link for payment:

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/10th-annual-hyman-fine-fun-run-sponsorship

 

Questions

Make sure to follow us on facebook. If you ever have any questions about anything, please do not hesitate to ask. You can contact us by email  at hymanfineelementarypto@gmail.com

 

Save the Dates:

      • PTO Meeting- Tuesday, February 3 at 6:00 pm (virtual & in person)
      • Someone Special Dance- Friday, March 13 from 6:00-8:00 pm
      • PBruins Attleboro Elementary Schools Night- Saturday, April 11 at 7:05 pm 
      • Hyman Fine Fun Run- Wednesday, May 20 
 

PTO BOARD:

President/Co President- Ashley Niland & Christine Svendsen

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

Secretary- Ashley Marsters

Treasurer-Ashli Burns

 
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Calendars & Events

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.

February Calendar

Breakfast/Lunch Calendars

 

Save The Date

🗓️ January Book Fair- Monday, January 26 - Friday, January 30

🗓️ School Council Meeting- Tuesday, February 3 at 5pm

🗓️ PTO Meeting- Tuesday, February 3 at 6:00 pm (virtual & in person)

🗓️Half Day Early Release- Friday, February 13th Students will be dismissed at 12:25

🗓️February Vacation - No School February 16-20

Grade 3 & 4 MCAS

This is just a reminder that Grades 3 and 4 students will participate in MCAS testing in a few months. Please avoid appointments and days off during these days. These days will result in specials changes. As always, we try to minimize disruptions.

ELA:

Grade 4: March 30, 31

Grade 3: April 1, 2

Math:

Grade 4: May 11, 12

Grade 3: May 13, 14

 
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Preschool Lottery NOW OPEN for 2026-2027!

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! 🎉

 

Attleboro Public Schools Redistricting Information

APS Redistricting is now in Phase 2. During this phase, the Operations & Infrastructure Council continues to review potential boundary change proposals.

To learn more, visit the redistricting website. 

https://www.attleboroschools.com/page/redistricting

 

APS Welcome Center

Welcome Center Update  

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.   

 
 
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Contact Us

Main Office Phone: (508) 223-1560

School Clerks:

Donna Morgan dmorgan@attleboroschools.com

Peggy Cooper pcooper@attleboroschools.com

Administration:

Principal Dalessio sdalessio@attleboroschools.com

Assistant Principal Scott kscott@attleboroschools.com