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Joseph F. DiPietro Elementary School

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DiPietro Elementary School Principals' Weekly Updates 11.1.26

Posted Date: 11/01/26 (08:06 PM)

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Principals' Weekly Updates

DiPietro Elementary School

November 1, 2026

Hello DiPietro Families!

Thank you to all of our DiPietro Families who attended our Spooky Ball on Friday 10/30.  And, THANK YOU to our PTO for organizing such a great event. 

Please don't forget--there is No School on Tuesday, November 3rd due to a full day teacher pd day.

This week our students will visit the book fair during library times and our PTO Lyman Pie sale kicks off.  Be on the lookout for pie flyers coming home.  The pie sale will take place Monday, November 2nd through Friday November 13th.  Pie pickup will be Monday, December 21st.

We are also getting ready for parent/teacher conferences happening next week.  Parent/Teacher conferences will be held Tuesday, November 10th (Full day of School) from 6:00-8:00PM and Thursday, November 12th (Early Release Day at 11:25) from 12:30-3:00 and 6:00-8:00PM by appointment.  

There is no school on Wednesday, November 11th in observance of Veteran's day, and Friday, November 13th is an early release day at 11:25, no afternoon preschool.  Lunch will be offered.

We are so excited to partner with all of you once again this year. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us if you have any questions or concerns.
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Students Visit Book Vending Machine

We are so excited that our students recently got to visit our book vending machine.  Students are working extra hard and contributing to our positive school community. These students got to choose a book to take home.  Keep Reading Friends!
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DiPietro School Spirit Days

Let's have some fun while we are working hard and learning together by celebrating our school spirit! Check out the monthly school spirit days below and stay tuned for a DiPietro Swag Store coming very soon! 
 
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PAWS

Our DiPietro students are working really hard to earn PAWS.  These students are hard workers, flexible thinkers and kind friends.  They embody all that PAWS stands for:
P-positive attitude
A-act responsibly
W-working hard
S-staying safe
Keep up the good work my friends! You are excellent role models!
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Breakfast/Lunch Menu-November
 

Important Dates & Reminders

Please be sure to check out our DiPietro Webpage for our events calendar. In addition, we will post important dates here as we move through the school year.

NOVEMBER IMPORTANT DATES:
  • Tuesday, November 3rd-No School
  • Tuesday, November 10th - Evening Parent/Teacher Conferences by appointment from 6-8PM
  • Wednesday, November 11th - No School in observance of Veteran's Day
  • Thursday, November 12th - Early Release at 11:25 - Lunch will be offered, No afternoon Preschool. Afternoon and Evening Parent/Teacher Conferences by appointment 12:30-3:00PM & 6:00-8:00PM.
  • Friday, November 13th - Early Release at 11:25 - Lunch will be offered, no afternoon Preschool.
  • Monday, November 16th - Picture Day Retakes & Whole Class Photos 

Grade 2 families-Please Save the Date
The annual holiday concert will take place on Wednesday December 16th at 1:45 pm in the cafeteria.  All grade 2 families are welcome to attend.  It will also be filmed and posted with a link.  Students are asked to “Dress their Best” that day for the concert.  Santa hats, antlers, jingle bells, etc are all acceptable to wear.  Holiday pajamas are fine as well.   Please let me know if you have any questions!    hdeary@bpsdk12.org, Heather Deary, Music Teacher        

Don't forget to fill out our DiPietro Student Directory. - link to a Google form 
 
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Contact info

We are here to support and collaborate with all families! If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us. You can reach out via the following links:

  • (508) 883-8001 DiPietro Main Office
  • ksankey@email.com, Kerri L. Sankey PhD., Principal
  • mperkins@bpsdk12.org, Max Perkins Assistant Principal
  • kdavis@bpsdk12.org, Karyn Davis, School Secretary
  • DiPietro Elementary School Website
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