Wheelock MAP March Newsletter
Hope springs eternal as the saying goes. As we look towards spring (maybe? who knows? Bueller?) we are yet another step closer to a normality we haven't seen in years. With masks now optional, we are all pleased to be able to see some smiling faces again! The future is looking bright and warm - no matter what the immediate weather might tell us! But before we get too far ahead of ourselves, let's take a look at what February looked like!
Clubs!
As mentioned last month, we have brought back the club component of our program. Each week a new teacher is offering a related actiivity for the kids to chose to participate in each day. So far Alex offered his comedy club where various improv games were played, Kelly offered her science club where kids got to experiment with snow, slime and more, and Jack ran a highly successful debate club where the kids respectfully argued opinions on hotbutton issues such as if hot dogs are sandwiches and if dogs are better than cats!
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Vacation Day 1: Super Heroes!
We kicked off vacation with Super Hero day! We played some heroic games in the gym, and then had a guest come in to do charicatures of all the MAPsters! They were all INCREDIBLE! Our artist Sue was so accurate in her renditions of the kids, and they all had a blast watching their friends get drawn and they all enjoyed the anticipation of seeing their own as they modeled. I know I am framing mine!
Harry Potter/Magic Day
The second day was centered around Harry Potter and Magic! Our resident Harry Potter fanatic Kelly sorted the kids into houses, and also brought in a super cool Horcrux journal that sent the kids on various tasks to destroy them! The day was punctuated by a fantastically funny magic show from Tommy James the Magician! With dazzling tricks and crafty humor, the show was enjoyed by kids and teachers alike!
Avatar/Fantasy Day
Our final day was planned to be an Avatar the Last Airbender day, but between the low number of students and our resident superfan Kim being out, it kind of just turned into a laid back day where we let the kids dictate the day! We did have Mr. Perez from Perez Martial Arts come do a Karate demonstration!
Upcoming Dates of Note
There are A LOT OF THINGS coming up - so take note!

o  Thurs 3/17: HALF DAY! If you normally attend Thursdays we will expect them in the MAP line!
o  Tues 3/22: HALF DAY! If you normally attend Tuesdays we will expect them in the MAP line!
o   Fri 3/25: No school, MAP open 8-6: Special sign up went out last week! The deadline to sign up is 3/11!

Keep your eyes out for April Vacation Sign Ups! They will be coming soon!

SAVE THE DATE! 4/29! THE JAMMIE JAM RETURNS! After its COVID hiatus, the Jammie Jam returns! MAPsters will be able to stay late at MAP for Pizza, games, and the main attraction of Manhunt in the school! This is always a super fun high energy evening! Save the date, and be looking for when sign ups for that come out!

Families: If you need a receipt for tax purposes, please email Gaye @ mapofficebilling@gmail.com and Gaye will send you a tax receipt. Our tax id number is 04-3061993.
MAP sent out re-enrollment forms! They are due back by TOMORROW! Please be sure to get those in if you haven't already!
Thank you to all the parents who donated goodies to our staff brunch over vacation! We all enjoyed plenty of treats that week, and we appreciate not having to worry about packing stuff for ourselves! Thanks again!
Alex Sakash
Program Director
Alex.23map@gmail.com
508-359-8513
Annette Gallagher
Executive Director
annette.map@comcast.net
508-359-0003