Stamping out the “R Word”
Whitman Hanson High School

From March 20th–24th, the Student Council and Best Buddies Club of Whitman-Hanson High School hosted an Inclusion Week. For the activity on March 23rd, students and staff had the opportunity to help stamp out the “R Word” at Whitman-Hanson and pledge to be inclusive in all that they do.
Hundreds of students and staff dipped their hands in paint and helped “stamp” out that word. The next part of their plan is to display the poster in one of the school’s lobbies to serve as a reminder that Whitman-Hanson is a place of acceptance and inclusion. Wonderful job, everyone. Keep up the good work!

Story and photos from WHHS FB post.
Historical Tidbit:
Memorial Bridge and Arch
The Abolitionist movement in Massachusetts dates back to the famous Quock Walker case in 1781, marking the abolition of slavery in the state. In the decades that followed, the state had an active presence as an abolitionist force, and Whitman was no exception.

Before 1875, Whitman was the southern part of now neighboring town Abington. Located at the entrance to Abingtons Island Grove Park lies the Memorial Bridge and Arch, donated back in 1909 dedicated on June 10, 1912. The Grove, before the war, had been a popular meeting place for the Massachusetts Anti-Slavery Society. William Lloyd Garrison, Wendell Phillips, Abby Kelley Foster, and Lucy Stone were among the many prominent reformers who spoke here. Capt. Moses Arnold, a veteran of the 12th Massachusetts Infantry from North Abington, donated a smaller structure in 1909 to commemorate the abolitionist meetings at Island Grove. Shortly after, he led the effort to create the Memorial Bridge and Arch. 


Historical Tidbit By Hassan Sharif, Writing Intern, New York University
Town Hall
781-618-9700

Public Library
M-Th 9:30a-8p; Fri 9:30a- 4:30p;
Sat 9:30a-4 (during school year only)
781-447-7613

Council on Aging
781-447-7619

St. Vincent de Paul/Whitman Food Pantry
By appointment only: 781-447-8560
Congratulations!
Evelyn DeLutis
You won 2 tickets to Friday night's performance of
Halley's Comet
Presented by the Massasoit Theatre Company
Friday, April 7, 7p
Massasoit Community College


Bee sure to play our Historical Tidbit Trivia Game at the bottom of this newsletter.

Enter for this week's prize of
45 minute Reiki Treatment with
Jacquelyn Rose
Curbside Mattress Pickup!

Monday, April 10th
9a–3p

HandUp Mattress Recycling will schedule a pickup of your mattresses and box springs at your home for $50 per unit. Note that a mattress and box spring are considered 2 units.

This is a partnership between HandUp Mattress Recycling and the South Shore Recycling Cooperative. Please contact HandUp, NOT your Town’s departments, about issues pertaining to this.
Thank You from Dollars for Scholars

Dollars for Scholars would like to thank everyone who was involved with their event, A Taste of Whitman and Hanson! Nineteen restaurants participated, about 275 people attended, and the event raised over $5,500. It was truly a great evening for all involved!
Photo from DFS website.
Whitman Public Library is pleased to introduce their newest museum pass…Heritage Museums & Gardens in Sandwich.

The gardens will open on April 22, 2023 and remain open until October 15, 2023. Reserve your digital pass by visiting our online reservation system or by calling the library at (781) 447-7613. You will need an active adult Whitman Public Library card in order to reserve this or any of our other museums passes on Eventkeeper
Free Youth Cheerleading Tumbling and Stunting Clinic

Wednesday, April 12th
5:30 – 6:30p
Whitman Middle School

Get ready for the 2023 Cheerleading Season! This spring, there will be a free tumbling and stunting clinic for those in grades 1 through 7. Registration is not required, so join if you are able!

Photo from WYFAC FB Post.
Halley's Comet Presented by the Massasoit Theatre Company
April 7 & 8, 7p
Brockton Campus
Buckley Performing Arts Center
1 Massasoit Boulevard
Youth Cheer Camp

Wednesday, April 19th & Thursday, April 20th
9a – 12p
Whitman Hanson HS Gym

Whitman Hanson Varsity Cheerleading presents: Youth Cheer Camp! Open to grades 3-8, come for skills, drills, games, and prizes with the high school winter team. The cost is $100/athlete, and this fundraiser benefits the cheerleaders who won their competition in Florida last month to become the Winter 2023 Grand National Champions!

Email head coach Elise McMahon to register with name, emergency contact, and grade at mcmahonne@gmail.com.
Rock Out to SOUTH BOUND

Saturday, April 22nd
7 – 11p
Whitman VFW Post 697

Join well-known, local rockers SOUTH BOUND for a fun night of great music – all your favorite tunes! Come sing, dance, or just sit back and relax with a beverage. Bring your friends, and maybe make some new ones: the dance floor is expected to be packed all night! A great opportunity to support your local VFW.

Doors open at 7p, and the band goes on at 8p. Tickets are $15/person and can be purchased by clicking here.

Find the FB event by clicking here.
Seeds, Seeds and More Seeds! 
Ready to start your garden indoors? We have your seeds, pots and all the supplies you'll need to have your best harvest yet!

1000 Plymouth St (Rt 104) • Bridgewater • (508) 697-0357
Whitman Board of Selectmen
March 21, 2023 Meeting
Video courtesy of WHCA9TV
WHCA Production Opportunities
There are many ways to get involved with WHCA & television production in/for Whitman-Hanson! Most people think you have to commit to a recurring series program with WHCA, and while you’re welcome to do that, there’s a number of other ways to get involved.


Interested? Read more at the links above, or contact them to chat! Email WHCA at info@whca.tv to set up a meeting (in-person, virtual, & phone options available).
Climate Can-Do:
South Shore Recycling Cooperative
To address the climate, Massachusetts recently elected Melissa Hoffer as its first Climate Chief in the Office of Climate Innovation and Resilience. The office in charge of resources and authority available to the Governor and executive department to advance climate change innovation, and resilience policies.
At the local level, South Shore Recycling Cooperative (SSRC) is a resource. The SSRC is a voluntary association of South Shore municipalities established in 1998. It helps its member municipalities improve their recycling programs, and reduce the quantity, toxicity and cost of disposal in a number of ways. Some include maintenance of solid waste programs, educating residents about waste management, and advocating for funding and regulations that minimize waste while maximizing recovery of useful materials. Their bimonthly newsletter highlights local opportunities to make a difference. Subscribe on ssrcoop.com. Find out more about the Office of Climate Innovation and Resilience

This Climate Can-Do Article was written by Hassan Sharif, Writing Intern, New York University. We focus on actions which individuals can do in the face of our climate emergency. We can do!
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Dr. Christopher Jones, Principal, Whitman-Hanson High School- SEEing to Lead

Dr. Christopher Jones' YouTube shares fun video shorts and school recaps. His videos also contain musings and his overall message of being purposeful and acting with integrity while building character. His most recent videos are below (we update every week, they are THAT good) and to see more impactful videos, check out: youtube.com/@DrCSJones.
Our Story 3/20/23 – 3/26/23
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Engage, Work Hard, and Be Respectful
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Whitman Middle School Project

At their Board of Directors meeting on April 14, 2021, the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) invited the Whitman-Hanson Regional School District into a Feasibility Study for the Whitman Middle School. This was to understand the best solution for the physical and educational deficiencies of the school. On January 24, 2023, the WMS Building Committee voted to select the preferred building solution to bring forward into Schematic Design. 

The preferred solution was for a 3-Story New Construction for grades 5-8 with an auditorium. On February 28, the WMSBC voted to submit the design to the MSBA. The Committee is now waiting for approval.

For more information, visit the WMS Project website.
An Evening of Music for Devin Dondero
On March 2, 2023, Whitman-Hanson students, faculty, and alumni came together to show support for retired faculty member, Devin Dondero, during his fight against cancer. This event was hosted by Brian Rowe and Gregory Daigle, music teachers from Whitman-Hanson. There were a variety of performances, including classmates, teachers, and student bands! Two Massachusetts State Representatives for Whitman, Alyson Sullivan-Almedia and Michael Brady, also delivered a citation from the House of Representatives to Devin Dondero in recognition of his 30+ years of service to the district.
The night concluded with incredibly touching messages for Mr. Dondero, truly honoring the work he’s done over the years. To watch this fantastic evening unfold, watch the episode of “Around Town” from WHCA9TV.

Video and information from WHCA9TV.
WEEKLY TRIVIA GAME

Have fun with us and bee entered to win :
45 minute Reiki Treatment with
Jacquelyn Rose

Historical Tidbit Question:
Who led the effort to create the Memorial Bridge and Arch?

Email us your answer at: 

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On April 5, 2023 before 2p, we will randomly pick a winner from the correct answers.
The BuzzAround is brought to you this week by Tess Fiumefreddo, Mohamed (Moe) Ibrahim, Janice O'Brien, Hassan Sharif, Jacquelyn Rose & Greg Venezia.
You are the center of the universe AND you are a speck of dust.
This old Hebrew teaching about our ego speaks to me today. Rabbi Simcha Bunim, a great Polish Hasidic master at the turn of the 19th century, taught: “Everyone must have two pockets, with a note in each pocket, so that he or she can reach into one or the other, depending on the need.”

Every single day, we should feel worthy, loved, appreciated. If we don’t, we “should reach into one pocket, and, there, find the words: ‘Bishvili nivra ha-olam’ The world was created for me." (BT Sanhedrin 37B). I will say it now to you, dear reader; you are worthy, loved, appreciated. Take care of yourself, eat right, exercise. Today, your smiling face is more important than ever.

And also, when we feel full of ourselves, unjustly put out: “one should reach into the other pocket, and find the words: ‘V’anochi afar v’efer’ I am but dust and ashes." (Gen. 18:27). 
That way we carry both at once: As tiny as an ant and at the same time knowing how important we are. Today and always, each of us has an important role to play in keeping our community strong. Making eye contact and sharing joy are important. Call each other, write notes, create public art. The need continues.
Our impact is huge. Ants can carry up to 40 x their weight, we are a speck, but we are mighty.
~ Jacquie
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