Friday, July 31, 2026

7/31/26


๐ŸŒžI hope you are enjoying every second of your summer!  I was planning to wait at least another week before I bothered you, but I know some of you have been chomping at the bit to get this email and to hear about all of the TPS changes, so here it is!

๐Ÿ‘A HUGE thanks to Matt and James (and their high school assistant, Colin) for working so hard this summer to make TPS look beautiful and clean!  Even down a man, they have done a tremendous job and I am so grateful. 

๐Ÿฆ†I have loved the duck pictures folks have sent. Keep them coming!  I think Dale's duck is living his/her best life this summer!

๐Ÿ‘First, I'd like to congratulate Tyler on his new position as middle school social studies teacher!  He'll even be back in his old room!  Alex has moved on to the high school to teach history.  Congrats Tyler! 

๐ŸŽNext, I'd like to welcome a few of our new staff.  I still have some hiring to do, but at least you have the opportunity to meet our new Warrior staff! 

Meet Sherry Trainque, our new Assistant Principal!   Sherry comes to us from the Berlin-Boylston School District where she was the Special Education Coordinator for the Berlin Memorial School and Boylston Elementary School. Sherry joins TPS with a great deal of experience in special education. She has experience teaching in both middle and high school and has a depth of knowledge in supporting all students as learners.  I am very excited at the strengths she will bring to TPS!  

Meet Katie Blake, our new middle school 7/8 science teacher!  Katie joins us from Chocksett! Katie has years of experience teaching science and has a true passion for it!  Some may even say she will remind you of Danielle!  






Meet William "Billy"  Helfrich, our new 7/8 ELA teacher! Billy comes to TPS with experience teaching both middle and high school English!  Once you talk with Billy, you'll realize how much he loves teaching and being an active part of a school community!




Meet Kaydi Barber, our new 6th grade special education teacher!  Kaydi brings with her experience teaching special education in both elementary and middle school. In her interview, it was apparent that Kaydi is dedicated to seeing her students grow and succeed. 






๐Ÿ‘‹I will be in touch toward the end of August with more updates.  Matt will keep you posted on when your rooms are available and when the hallways are done!   Until you hear from me next, savor every minute and enjoy yourselves!  

Send pictures!

Looking Ahead: 

August 13th @ 5:00 - Kindergarten Meet Up at the TPS Playground 
August 19, 20, 21 - 1st Year Teacher Training
August 20, 21 - 2nd Year Teacher Training 
August 20th @ 3:30-5:00 - Popsicles on the Playground - Thanks PTA!
August 25th - Staff Orientation
August 26th - First Day of School Grades 1-8
August 27th - Kindergarten's First Day of School




No comments:

Post a Comment

7/31/26

๐ŸŒžI hope you are enjoying every second of your summer!  I was planning to wait at least another week before I bothered you, but I know some ...