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When Pre-Kers arrived at school on Monday morning, they were thrilled to see that almost every chrysalis had hatched! Spending time inside the tent, students had fun letting the butterflies fly around and land on their heads. Later in the week the butterflies were released on the back field.
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Visual and Performing Arts Showcases Student Talent
Multi-talented Middle School students sang, danced, and presented musical performances at two assemblies last week featuring the performing arts on Monday evening, May 18, and entertaining the entire school community the following morning along with presentations by visual artists. Log on to the Web site to view videos of Tuesday's performance on the middle school class page.
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Kudos to Our Musical Performers
The final "Music Party" of the year, held last week, showcased performances by 60 music students studying in the Private Music Program and featured a cast of enthusiastic instrumentalists and vocalists who entertained an appreciative audience. Kudos to all of the performers, and keep practicing over the summer! Registration and information for next year's Private Music Program is now on the DCD Web site. Parents may submit children's registrations online or by printed copy to Christine Nicholas. A $50 deposit, payable to DCD, is required for each child taking instrumental lessons. The deadline is May 26. For more information, contact Christine Nicholas at cnicholas@dcds.net.
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Next School Year's Information and Forms Are Online
Required student and family registration and medical forms for the 2015-16 school year are now online along with sign up forms for Middle School arts, athletics, and language electives and the Private Music Program. You can download the forms under "Resources" after logging in. They are in the box labeled "School Year 2015-2016 Required Forms and Information," in the section at the top labeled "All School."
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Book Fair Has Everyone Excited about Reading! 
This year's Book Fair on May 21 was a celebration for readers. The students were so enthusiastic about browsing for books and recommending favorites to their friends. It was also an opportunity for families to plan ahead for summer reading at the same time as supporting DCD. None of this could happen with out our volunteers led by Alida Coo-Kendall. This wonderful group made this annual event be the success that it was. -Kathy Felcon & Marge Farquharson
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Chorus Sings at The Arbors
On Friday, May 15, during the Middle School Community Service afternoon, the Chorus took to the road to sing for elders at The Arbors at Stoughton, an Assisted Living facility where Susan Glaser's father lives (pictured above with Susan).
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Planning for Next Year's Events
There will be a preliminary meeting for those interested in helping plan events for the next year on Wednesday, May 27, at 8:15 a.m. in the Lawrence Room. Please join us as we begin planning Nick's retirement year activities.
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Save the Date: Volunteer Thank You Lunch
The DCD Parent Association invites all parent volunteers to lunch next Friday, May 29, during the Olympics. Please join us at noon in the Lawrence Room for pizza, salads, and desserts as we celebrate another year and show our appreciation for all of your efforts on behalf of our children and our school! Younger siblings are most welcome.
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PA Nominations Open
The Parent Association has openings on both the executive board and a variety of committees. If you or someone you know would be interested in being involved in the volunteer efforts and community-building activities of the school, please email Marie Nagode, PA President, at msnagode@comcast.net. We will be accepting nominations until May 29.
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Message from Annual Fund Co-Chairs
Thanks to everyone who has supported the Annual Fund so far. As of today, we have 79% parent participation. This is fantastic, but we need your help to get that number even higher! By joining together as a community behind the Annual Fund, we not only provide critical funding for our current programs, but we send a strong message of support to the DCD faculty and staff who make a difference in our children's lives every day.
If you haven't yet made your gift or pledge, please do so today! Click here to contribute online, or contact Ashley Linell (alinell@dcds.net, 781-329-0850, ext. 2562) in the Development Office. The deadline is June 30! Thank you so much for your help.
Charles and Ilyse
Charles Rudnick and Ilyse Greenberg (Alfie - 7th grade, Natalie - 4th grade)
Annual Fund Co-Chairs
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Shop with Scrip and Give Back to DCD!
Are you planning to buy gift cards for graduation gifts, confirmations, or birthdays? Then get started with Scrip and give back to DCD with every gift card purchase!
Scrip are gift cards, including e-cards, to major stores that give a rebate from each gift card purchase back to DCD. With cards from more than 300 of the country's biggest brands, including the Gap, Shaw's, Home Depot, and Whole Foods, you can shop at your favorite stores, and DCD earns money with each purchase. See our Web site for detailed instructions on how to register. It's easy, and it's free. Place your order by June 1. Contact Danise Cavallaro for more information.
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Alumni Authors Project
Melanie Guerra '86 has started a project to collect all written works published by members of the DCD community. The collection will become part of the DCD Library displayed at the school. If you are a published author, or you know a member of our community who may be interested in donating his or her work to DCD, please contact Danise Cavallaro. |
 Lawn Signs
Please remember to return your lawn sign, and thank you for helping to promote the Fair!
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Monday, May 25
Memorial Day: No SchoolTuesday, May 26Day 6Grade 8 leaves for trip to Washington, D.C. Wednesday, May 27Day 1Next Year's Event Planning Meeting 8:15 a.m. Lawrence Room Thursday, May 28Day 2Grade 8 returns from Washington, D.C. Morning Assembly: Slides of Grade 5 Trip to Stone Environmental School 8:15 a.m. Lowell Center Grade 2 Beatrix Potter Tea Party 1:45 p.m. Valentine Center Friday, May 29Day 3DCD Olympics 10:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Critter Olympics 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Pre-K and K Dismissal 12:00 p.m. PA Volunteer Lunch 12:30-1:00 p.m. Lawrence Room Grades 1-8 Dismissal 3:00 p.m. Click here to view the entire calendar |
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Let the Reading Begin! 
It was an exciting week for our rising fourth, fifth, and sixth grade readers because of the announcement of the 2015-2016 nominees for the Massachusetts Children's Book Award. This voluntary reading incentive program has become a popular event for many students. The organizers at Salem State College have responded to librarians' suggestions and requests to publish the nominees as soon as possible in May. Fortunately for us, the list was published last Friday afternoon. We were able to get many of the titles for our book fair this week. As the children  plan their summer reading, we've encouraged them to use the MACBA list for suggested titles and authors. Some of the books that have been nominated for the 2016 award are already favorites of mine. One of them, Counting by 7s by Holly Goldberg Sloan is a sophisticated novel for our readers.... Read on...
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Drum Set for SaleAnyone need a drum set? Holden Corcoran '14 is looking to sell his Alesis DM6 Electronic Drum Set for $100 (it retails for $350-$400). Used for two years and in great condition. Drum sticks, manual and three drum books included. Pick up in Dover. Contact Nancy Corcoran 781-492-5576 or NLSC3@me.com.
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Home in Precinct 1 for Sale
Kathryn Sargent (Nina Ciffolillo '08 and Leah Ciffolillo '10) is moving to Maine and selling her house at 111 Richards Street, just a half mile from DCD. It's a great family home with 3+ bedrooms and 4.5 baths. She's asking $939 K and will pay 2% to a buyer's agent. For more information, contact her by cell phone at 508-740-5604.
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Looking for an Alternative to Paying Rent?
John Howard (parent of Liza '10 and Henry '07) is helping a friend whose elderly parent lives alone in the house next to his on School Street in Dedham. The family is hoping to find a single person who would be willing to live in the house rent free in exchange for companionship when possible and a few light duties. Personal care is handled by a nurse. For more information, contact Hope Johnson, (617) 610-6656.
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Summer Field Hockey Clinic Run by DCD Alumni A three-day field hockey clinic, run by Maddie Ayles '11 and Allee Ayles '12, will take place July 21-23 at the Westwood High School Turf from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. each day. The clinic is for children in Grades 3 through 12, and no skill level or experience is required. All of the coaches are DI, DII or DIII college-bound players, including: - Maddie Ayles: DCD class of 2011, Nobles class of 2015, Brown University class of 2019
- Allee Ayles: DCD class of 2012, Nobles class of 2016, Brown University class of 2020
- Waverly Jackson: DCD class of 2011, Westwood class of 2015, Northeastern University class of 2019
The goal of the clinic is to give girls a really fun experience that focuses on both skills and team building with a lot of individual attention to help players meet their personal goals. Goalie-specific training is available on a day-to-day basis if there is interest. Also, for the older players who may be preparing for tryouts and upcoming school seasons, our coaches, who are experienced varsity players, will focus specifically on that with them. For more information, contact Maddie Ayles.
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The Dedham Historical Society & Museum Spring Tour
On Sunday, May 31, from noon to 4:00 p.m., celebrate Dedham's rich architectural history with a self-guided walking tour of wonderful homes in one of Dedham's historic neighborhoods. This year's tour includes five great houses plus the Fairbanks House, the oldest timber-frame house in New England. The tour will take place rain or shine. We welcome children age ten or older. Refreshments will be served along the way. Raffle tickets for an original Dedham Pottery Swan Plate are $5.00 for one or $10 for three. The drawing will take place at 4:00 p.m. at the Dedham Historical Society & Museum. You do not need to be present to win. Tickets purchased in advance may be picked up on the day of the tour at the Dedham Historical Society & Museum, 612 High Street, beginning at 11:30 a.m. Ticket sales the day of the tour begin at noon.
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Wellesley Garden Tour  The Hills Garden Club of Wellesley proudly presents a tour of Wellesley residential gardens, "Beyond the Garden Gate," on Tuesday, June 9, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Tickets are $30 in advance. To purchase tickets, contact: www.hgcw.org or 781-237-0345. Proceeds to benefit Clock Tower Park, Wellesley.
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College Students Looking for Summer Work
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Mollie White '11 is an 18-year-old incoming freshman at Georgetown University's School of Nursing. She is graduating from Thayer Academy this spring and spent last summer as a nanny for a 6-month-old and 2-year-old. In addition, she has given swim lessons to Horizons students for the past three summers. She is looking for a babysitting job for children of any ages. She has a car, a clean driving record, loves animals, and is AED/CPR/Lifeguard certified. She is NOT available 6/15-6/30 and 8/8-8/15. References available. Mollie can be reached at 617-435-4455 or whitema@thayer.org. |
Haley McPherson, the daughter of assistant chef Karen McPherson, is looking for a summer nanny or babysitting position. She is 18 years old and has just finished her freshman year of college. Contact her at haley.mcpherson18@gmail.com. |
Greta O'Marah '10, a freshman at the University of Wisconsin-Madison who is planning to major in elementary education, is interested in working with children this summer. She writes, "I have always loved kids, and I have extensive babysitting, tutoring, and camp counseling experience. Throughout high school, I was involved in many volunteer tutoring programs, and spent much of my free time babysitting for neighborhood families. I also worked as a general camp counselor for kids, ages 3-5 and 10-12, at Dedham Country Day Camp in the summer of 2013. I am certified in CPR, lifeguarding, and first aid." You can contact Greta at gomarah@wisc.edu. |
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