Dear Fine Families,

This week, we had so much fun celebrating 101 Days of School, “Spot Day!” Inspired by 101 Dalmatians, our hallways were filled with spots, smiles, and school spirit. Beyond the fun outfits, the day gave us a meaningful opportunity to reflect on how far we’ve come in 101 days. Our students have grown academically, socially, and emotionally. We see increased confidence, stronger skills, and deeper connections each day. While it’s exciting to celebrate this milestone, it’s even more exciting to think about all the learning and growth still ahead of us this year.

As we look to the week ahead, please remember that February Vacation will take place February 16–20. There will be no school during that time, and classes will resume on Monday, February 23rd. We hope our families enjoy a safe, restful, and well-deserved February break filled with time to recharge and reconnect.

A friendly reminder about our car drop-off and pick-up procedures. To help us move students safely and efficiently—especially during the snowy winter months—we unload and load three cars at a time. If you are the first car in line, please pull all the way forward to the dumpster so the next two cars can pull up behind you. This allows us to load and unload students safely and efficiently while also keeping them out of the snow as much as possible.

Lastly, grade 4 families, please be on the lookout for an email from Middle School Principals in regard to the Music Survey you were recently informed about. The survey allows you to select your child's 5th grade music option for the upcoming school year. 

Thank you, as always, for your continued partnership and support. We are so grateful for our wonderful school community and look forward to all that the months ahead will bring!

Warm regards, 

Suzy Dalessio, Principal

                        To read the document pictured below in your translated language- Click HERE. 

This week was overflowing with celebrations and exciting calls home as we recognized several students with Hawk Hero Principal Shout Outs! Our school is truly shining because of the many students who demonstrate our Hawk Hero Core Values each and every day.

We feel so lucky to have so many children to celebrate! Their hard work, positive choices, kindness, and commitment to growth make our school community stronger. Whether they are showing responsibility in the classroom, perseverance with their learning, or respect toward others, these students continue to rise to the occasion.

Thank you to our families and teachers for partnering with us to support such incredible growth. We are so proud of our Hawk Heroes and can’t wait to see who we get to celebrate next! 🦅✨

Congratulations- Blake (3), Hailey (2), Kyla (3), Alfredo (3), Myles (K), Lillian (3), Henry (2), Parker (2), Rhett (2), Jake (2)

Wishing you all a relaxing February Break. We welcome you back on Monday, February 23rd.

When we return from February Vacation students are invited to dress in Comfy Cozy Pajamas or soft cozy materials. No robes or slippers please.  

Our Animal Shelter Collection will end on February 28. Please continue to support our student council with their charitable event by donating. Use the QR Code below to access the shelter's wishlist. Items can be brought into the school or shipped to Hyman Fine. 

Read Across America Week is Coming March 2-6! 

Do you know anyone with school age children ready for Kindergarten for next year? The Attleboro Public Schools is pleased to host Kindergarten Information Night on March 5, 2026, at 6PM. This evening provides families with information on how to enroll a student in Kindergarten for the 2026-2027 school year. Early Learning Center parents should attend to receive information for the next steps in the ELC to Kindergarten process. View this interactive map to find your neighborhood school for the 2026-2027 school year.  

Click the image below to view the flyer in multiple languages. 

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!

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.

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

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

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

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

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

President/Co President- Ashley Niland & Christine Svendsen

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

Secretary- Ashley Marsters

Treasurer-Ashli Burns

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

🗓️February Vacation - No School February 16-20

🗓️ School Council Meeting- March 3 5pm

🗓️ PTO Meeting- March 3 6pm

🗓️ Kindergarten Information Night- Thursday, March 5th 6-7pm

🗓️ Half Day Early Release- Friday, March 13

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

Welcome Center Update  

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

Check out the Newsletter from Project Connect

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! 🎉

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