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3/20/26: Week Ahead

Posted Date: 03/20/26 (04:00 PM)


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Week Ahead

Oak Ridge School

March 20, 2026
Collection of images of students learning this week

This Week on the Ridge

We had a very successful Grade 5 and 6 movie night last Friday! Our Book Fair this week was a huge hit—thank you to the PTA for making it possible. And with today marking the first day of spring, it’s been wonderful to be back outside enjoying the sunshine!
 

Reminders & Updates

Picture Day

Picture Day is coming up on 03/31/2026! Order before Picture Day to receive FREE SHIPPING to the school. Order online at https://inter-state.com/FlyerEntry/0441HDF

March Madness iReady Challenge

Let the games begin! We are excited to kick off our March Madness iReady Challenge, where classes will go head-to-head over the next three weeks to see who can pass the most lessons in Reading and Math. Please encourage your student to do their best at home and at school as they work together to bring home the championship title (and extra recess) for their classroom!

Cranberry Coast Youth Field Hockey

Summer registration for Cranberry Coast Youth Field Hockey is OPEN for Grades K-12! The program will run 6 weeks on Wednesday evenings starting July 8th at the D-Y Middle School turf.Grades K-2 will have an instructional clinic, Grades 3-7 will have a 7v7 league with 30 minutes of instruction and 30 minutes of games, and Grades 8-12 will have an 11v11 league.

Bruce Coville Author Event
See below for details/ invitation and sign up here.
 

Teacher Feature

Taylor Ruggiere
Special Education Teacher, 5th Grade

In 2025 I read a total of 140 books. For 2026, I have a goal for myself to read 160 books. I love the people and community that I teach with at Oak Ridge. Each day I get to work with the most incredible humans.
 

Oak Ridge Student Beat

The Sandlot Success 
By Margaret Burke and Hadley Wong

The 5th and 6th grade movie night was an amazing experience! Let’s dive into the behind-the-scenes of the night from a student council member's view. 

As a student council member, the movie night was a busy yet fun opportunity! Margaret Burke, who worked behind the snack counter, said, “It was a very fun and sometimes stressful night! As soon as people came in, the snack counter immediately flooded with students.” She also commented that “I saw so many happy faces, and everything got in order really quickly! I think everyone got what they wanted, and there was enough for kids to get seconds!” Hadley Wong, who dealt with giving out tickets, counting the money, and giving change, said, “It was so busy, but also, so worth it! My highlight of the night was when I gave a student 16 quarters and a dollar as change for a five!” As you can see, the night was very fun and successful! Now, the perspective of a viewer!

As a student watching the movie, it was exciting to see, and a very funny movie to watch. A lot of laughs were definitely heard throughout the movie as children happily watched The Sandlot. Ava Dziedzic, who was a participant in watching the movie, said, “They chose a good movie, and the environment was relaxing, while still being able to have fun. Also, the food was great!” Another participant, Kayla Scott, said, “It was super fun and a great opportunity for people to interact with their friends and enjoy a great movie!” The students definitely enjoyed the movie, food, and experience. Sounds like the night was a home run! Thanks to Ava and Kayla for providing quotes!
 
Sandwich SEPAC
Special Education Parent Advisory Council Meeting
Tuesday, March 24th 6 PM
Oak Ridge School Library
Director of Pupil Services Jennifer Healy will be joining for a special education update.
Light refreshments will be served.
Join us!
Questions? Please contact MaryKate Lott: sepacsandwich@gmail.com
PROJECT 351 2026
CLOTHING DRIVE

Donate new or like-new clothing. No tears or stains. Shoes can be any size. Please ensure socks, underwear, and pajamas are new. Note, we are focusing on infant and toddler sizes.

Where to donate?
Donation bins will be in the front lobby at all 3 schools:
Forestdale, Oak Ridge & Sandwich Middle High School

Dates to Donate
March 30th to April 10th

Our reason
We aim to create a better life for more than 300,000 children in Massachusetts who suffer from poverty and homelessness.

Feel free to email if you have any questions:
fgreene2030@sandwich.k12.ma.us

Sandwich Middle High School PRIDE

Cradles to Crayons
End Clothing Insecurity

Project 351
Oak Ridge Families
Please join us for a PTA-sponsored event

Storytelling with Bruce Coville

Author of My Teacher Is an Alien, which is read in every fifth grade class at OR

Join us for an engaging afternoon as Bruce Coville shares his love of storytelling.
Oak Ridge students and families will enjoy:

A live storytelling session

Opportunities to have books signed

Date: Friday, April 3
Time: 12:30–1:30 PM (after buses leave)

Special Offer:
First 75 to sign up get a free book (1 per family)

Fill out the form and RSVP by Friday, March 27

Questions?
Email: lphinney@sandwich.k12.ma.us
Sandwich Arts Alliance
Empowering the Arts – Enriching the Community

Young Artists Gallery

Spring Rotation:
March 17 – June 6

Open House & Reception:
Wednesday, March 25
5:30–7:00 PM

Location:
Sandwich Arts Alliance Center
Historic Town Hall
130 Main Street
Sandwich, MA 02563

Hours:
Tuesday–Saturday, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Highlights:

Highlights from Sandwich students in grades K–12

Gallery curated, prepared, and exhibited by SMHS student interns

New artwork displayed seasonally

Contact:
Sandwich Arts Alliance
📞 (774) 338-5201
🌐 sandwichartsalliance.org

Important Dates

3/23 - Report Cards
3/26 - Oak Ridge Evening Conferences
3/31 - Spring Pictures
4/3 - Half-day of school
4/6 & 4/7 - Grades 3 & 5 ELA MCAS
4/9 - 'Annie'- Drama Club Performance 6 PM
4/9 & 4/10 - Grades 4 & 6 ELA MCAS
4/10 - Bingo Night (5-7 pm)
4/14 - PTA Meeting on Zoom (6 pm)
4/20-4/24 - April Vacation
5/1 - Prodigy Party
5/1 - Grades 3 & 5 Math MCAS
5/12 - PTA Meeting @ Forestdale (6 pm)
5/14 & 5/15 - Grades 4 & 6 Math MCAS
5/25 - Memorial Day/ No school
6/4 - Band and Choral Spring Concert @ 6:30 pm
6/9 - PTA Meeting @ Oak Ridge (6 pm)
6/15 - Grade 6 Oak Crest Cove Field Trip (Rain Date: 6/16)
6/22 - Field Day (Rain Date: 6/23)
6/24 - Grade 6 Breakfast
6/25 - Last Day (Half-Day)
 
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Thanks for reading!

Dr. Anna Dunphy, Principal
adunphy@sandwich.k12.ma.us

Dr. Mary Kate Stevens, Assistant Principal (Grades 4 & 5)
mstevens@sandwich.k12.ma.us

Mr. Matthew MacLean, Assistant Principal (Grades 3 & 6)
mmaclean@sandwich.k12.ma.us