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Memorial MAP Newsletter
November 2023
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We loved spending Halloween with the MAPsters, and now we would love to give back...
If you have any extra Halloween candy (and let's face it, who doesn't?), please drop it at Memorial MAP by the end of the day tomorrow, Thursday, November 2. We will be donating it to Medfield Helping Hands, and they will send it to troops overseas, as well as sharing it with several groups right here in town who put it to good use as they serve our community.
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EARLY RELEASE DAYS
Wednesday, 11/8
Thursday, 11/9
Wednesday, 11/22
What happens @ MAP?
If the day falls on your child's regular MAP day, we will be expecting them
(there is no Jump Start)
There is no special sign up or extra charge for the extended coverage.
If your child will not be coming, please make sure to notify MAP:
Meghan.map@comcast.net
(508) 359-2165
Jump Start - NO MAP
1st Grade & Full Day K have a half-day, and will be released to MAP @11:40.
All children need to come to MAP with a lunch, water bottle, and plenty of snacks
Friday, November 10
No School, MAP is CLOSED
Thursday 11/23 & Friday 11/24
MAP is CLOSED
Happy Thanksgiving!
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LOOKING AHEAD TO DECEMBER:
Friday, 12/1 - Come visit the MAP table at the Holiday Stroll from 4-8pm! We'll be in the periodical room at the Medfield Library, selling kids crafts, as well as handmade items by the 4th-6th grade MAPsters.
Early Release Days
Tuesday 12/12
Friday 12/22
Please see above for "What Happens at MAP on an Early Release Day?"
MAP will CLOSED over the Winter Break December 25 through January 1, 2024
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LAST CHANCE SHOW YOUR GRATITUDE FOR MAP AND YOUR MAPSTER
Don't miss out on our MAP Fall FUNdraiser -- for a $20 donation, we will place a "MAP is Thankful for this MAPster" sign in your yard prior to Thanksgiving as a surprise to your kiddo(s)!
Orders are open now through Wednesday, November 8, or until we run out (we only have 35 left!) - whichever comes first. Sign orders will be included with your November 15th billing statement.
We are REALLY THANKFUL for all of our MAPsters, and their families!
Thank you for your support and having your kids at MAP!
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COMING SOON...MAP HOLIDAY SHOP!
It's one of our favorite traditions at Memorial MAP, and it will be coming soon! During the month of December, we will have a small shop for MAPsters to do their holiday gift shopping. The merchandise is a mix of inexpensive items from stores and donations from families.
That's where you come in!
We only sell new items at Holiday Shop, but we know everyone has a couple of items in their home that will fit the bill:
unopened, un-used items that someone else might love...
maybe gifts you have received that aren't quite "you,"
maybe things you bought yourself that you never used.
WE ARE ACCEPTING DONATIONS NOW. THANK YOU!!!
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FOOD DRIVE to support The Medfield Food Cupboard
Thanksgiving Club will be running a food drive to support the Medfield Food Cupboard- with the prices of food and the growing client base, there is a need we know we can fill! During the month of November, please consider dropping off some non-perishable items to help families in our community. Their greatest needs at this time are:
- Creamy peanut butter - regular sizes
- Tuna - solid white in water
- Grape jelly 18 oz or smaller
- Hearty soups chicken or beef
Please ensure all donations are shelf stable, unopened, unexpired and not a jumbo size.
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MAP has updated our tuition policy to reflect accepting ACH payments. The full tuition policy can be found on our website
www.medfieldafterschoolprogram.com:
Tuition payments can be made by personal check, via your bank’s online bill pay, by money order, or debited directly from your bank account via and electronic bank to bank payment called ACH (Automatic Clearing House). Cash will not be accepted. Payments are made to the Medfield Afterschool Program or “MAP.” Please include your child’s name on your payment. Tuition payments can be dropped off at your child’s program, placed in MAP’s locked drop box located outside the 2-3 MAP building behind the Wheelock School, or mailed to: MAP, P.O. Box 18, Medfield, MA 02052. ACH payments will be drawn from participating families’ accounts in batches, starting on the 1st of the month and may occur within the first 5 business days of the month.
Families who are interested in learning more or signing up for ACH payments can click on this link: https://conta.cc/3FfGl9o
Questions can be emailed to our Bookkeeper, Kelly Meisner, at mapofficebilling@gmail.com or call 508-359-0003
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October has been such a fun month!! The kids have loved exploring outside and watching how the Earth changes from Summer to Fall. Many experiments with leaves, pumpkins, and anything Halloween! Throughout October, they have decorated one of the playhouses as a haunted house, decorated the room, and enjoyed Glow in the Dark activities. We can't wait to see what November will bring!
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Afternoons at MAP
With the year well underway, we have enjoyed spending time getting to know this year's MAPsters! They are busy, creative, fun, and energetic! They love to spend time outdoors, and for the most part, the weather has not disappointed us! The mud kitchen is always busy, the playground is popular, and the bikes and scooters are a hit!
One of the highlights of October has been the start of CLUBS! Many children signed up to be in a club (or more!) and they look forward to their club day every week!
November clubs are:
Monday - Paint the Town Club
Tuesday - Scavenger Hunt Club & Collage Club
Wednesday - Dog Club & Clay Club
Thursday - Thanksgiving Club & Yoga Club
Friday - Disney Club
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PFAFF CREEPY CARNIVAL
VERY SPECIAL THANKS TO THE MAP @ THE PFAFF KIDS AND TEACHERS WHO ENTERTAINED AND SPOOKED US WITH THEIR HAUNTED HOUSE ON HALLOWEEN! WE WERE SO ENTHRALLED, WE FORGOT TO TAKE PICTURES!
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