The Oak Ridge Administration is delighted to report that after much planning, the Book Nook Vending Machine has arrived and been installed in the Oak Ridge Cafeteria. The machine works off tokens, which may given to students for positive behavior, grades, attendance, etc. The staff is currently working on criteria on how students may earn tokens. Many thanks to the Sandwich Elementary PTA for purchase of the Book Nook!

Wednesday, November 12 was a proud day at Sandwich Middle High School as coaches, friends, and families gathered to celebrate our senior student-athletes signing their commitments to play at the collegiate level. Each of these Blue Knights has demonstrated outstanding dedication both on the field and in the classroom, earning the opportunity to continue their athletic and academic journeys at the next level.

Last week, the Forestdale School received brand-new cafeteria tables — replacing the original ones that dated back to the school’s opening in 1989 as a PreK–8 building.

The new tables proudly feature the Forestdale School logo and are designed with an age-appropriate seating height for students ages 5–8. Each table is also ADA compliant, ensuring accessibility for students who use mobility aids.

Beyond their updated design, these tables promote a more inclusive and comfortable dining environment, allowing all students to enjoy breakfast and lunch together in a welcoming space that reflects Forestdale pride.

Sandwich Middle High School Grade 7 students have been busy turning the middle school’s 2nd floor into a vibrant celebration of Cape Cod! Their Biodiversity of Cape Cod mural will showcase seven unique ecosystems filled with native species — and the students are loving every minute of bringing it to life.

Under the creative guidance of project art consultant (and proud SMHS parent!) Donna Rockwell, this mural is becoming something truly incredible. A special thanks to Ms. Rockwell for helping our students dream big and paint even bigger!

This food pantry is open to any Sandwich community member, not just families of the Sandwich Public Schools.

To access the Sandwich Middle High School Food Pantry shopping list, please click this link. For more information, please contact Nicole Alexander at nalexander@sandwich.k12.ma.us or Diana Smith at dlsmith@sandwich.k12.ma.us. Please note that during THIS WEEK only, the pantry will be open on Tuesday evening (November 25) from 5:00-8:00 pm due to the holiday.

Additionally, the Oak Ridge Grade 6 Student Council is partnering with Sandwich Middle High School student and Project 351 Ambassador, Macy Christensen, to conduct a food drive to benefit the Sandwich Food Pantry. Donations will be accepted all throughout November. Donations can be brought to students' homerooms. Please see below for the list of preferred items for the Sandwich Food Pantry.

• Baby Wipes

• Diapers Size 3 + 4

• Sandwich Town Trash Bags

• Stop & Shop Gift cards

• Toilet Paper and paper towels

• Feminine Products

• Gluten-free products

• Sugar-free products

• Pancake Mix and Syrup

CANNED GOODS: Soup, Vegetables (Corn, Peas, Green

Beans, Mixed)

• Canned Fruit

• Cereal

• Crackers

• Spaghetti Sauce

• Pasta

• Rice

• Sugar

• Tea

• Coffee: regular, instant coffee, decaf

• Peanut Butter

• Jelly: strawberry, grape

• Mayonnaise

• Tuna fish

• Baked Beans

• Cake Mixes: Chocolate, Yellow,

Brownie mix, Corn muffins

• Detergents: Laundry, Dish

• Soap, toothpaste, deodorant

• Toilet paper

• Almond Milk

From our family to yours... Happy Thanksgiving!

And don't forget... Wednesday, November 26 is a half day for all schools.