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The Eagle Eye Weekly for September 7, 2025
September 7, 2025
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Wednesday September 10: Spirit Day, SOAR: Wear blue/gold or your Douglas gear!
West Acton Wednesday Profit Share
Thursday September 11: Deadline to RSVP for Parents’ Night Out
Friday September 12: School Picture Day
Tuesday September 16: Back to School Night/Open House @ 6:00 - 7:30 pm
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Wednesday September 17: Walk for Peace @ 9:30 am
Spirit Day, SOAR: Wear blue/gold or your Douglas gear!
Friday September 19: Deadline to update or order the Douglas Directory
Tuesday September 23: No School - Rosh Hashanah
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Wednesday September 24: Rain date for Walk for Peace
Spirit Day, SOAR: Wear blue/gold or your Douglas gear!
Thursday September 25: Parents Night Out @ 7:00 - 10:00 pm at Rapscallion Table & Tap
Friday September 26: Virtual Coffee with the Principal @ 9:30am
Tuesday September 30: Volunteer Survey Closes
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Wednesday October 1: First General PTO Meeting @ 7pm via Google Meet
Spirit Day, SOAR: Wear blue/gold or your Douglas gear!
- Thursday October 9: Douglas Fall Social and Book Fair @ 5:00 - 7:00pm
Treat Donations Needed
CLICK HERE TO SIGN-UP
The PTO is seeking treat donations for our Welcome Table at Back to School Night on Tuesday, September 16. Help us give our families, teachers, and staff a sweet boost after a long day. Children are invited so extra treats are needed!
If you are able, please sign-up by Sunday, September 14.
Drop off treats by Monday, September 15 at 5 PM
8 Coolidge Drive, Acton – leave in the bin on the front steps
Questions? Contact Kendra Wilson.
West Acton Wednesday
Join us for a delicious way to support Douglas! Acton New London Pizza and West Side Creamery have generously partnered with us for a West Acton Wednesday profit share on Wednesday, September 10.
Just mention “Douglas” when you order, and a portion of your purchase will go directly back to our school!
Bring your family, friends, and fellow food lovers to enjoy a great meal and treat—and give back to Douglas at the same time!
Questions? Email Susan Giulietti.School Picture Day
Mark Your Calendars – Picture Day is Coming!
Date: Friday, September 12
Rain or Shine – photos will be taken regardless of weather!
Retake Day: Tuesday, October 28, 2025
All students will have their photo taken, whether or not an order is placed. Every student will also receive a complimentary class photo.
How to Order: Online at coffeepond.com or use the paper order form sent home
Questions? Email Rhona Murray.
Need financial assistance? Confidential financial assistance is available through Principal Larry Wolpe or School Counselor Hilary Bonnell.
The Douglas Directory
The Douglas Directory is your go-to resource for school and community information — including class lists and family contact details.
Digital Access: All families will have secure, password-protected access to the directory via PowerSchool.
Want a Printed Copy? Printed and bound directories are available for $8.00 each and can be purchased HERE.
Note: There will be no paper order forms this year.
Please take a moment to:
Confirm or update your email address(es) for the directory
Indicate if your 6th grader would like to be listed as a babysitter
Provide any special instructions for how your family's info should appear
Important: If you opted out of the directory via PowerSchool, your family’s info will not be included.
Deadline: Friday, September 19
No changes can be made after this date, and only the number of printed copies ordered by the deadline will be printed.
Questions or updates? Email Robyn Fair.You're Invited to Back to School Night
Date: Tuesday, September 16
Time: 6:00 – 7:30 PM
Join us for an open house to kick off the school year! Come meet your child’s teacher, explore the classroom, and learn what’s ahead for the year.
Don’t forget to bring a valid photo ID and stop by the PTO table to complete your CORI form (required for volunteering).
We look forward to welcoming you and your family!
Walk for Peace on 9/17
The 25th annual Douglas Walk for Peace is scheduled on Wednesday, September 17 at 9:30 am. In this cherished event the community gathers to celebrate peace and acceptance followed by a mile+ walk around the local neighborhood. Please watch your inbox on Monday for instructions on how to consent to your child’s participation in this annual community building event.
The deadline to provide permission is Friday, September 12 at 10:00 AM. We want everyone to be able to walk, so please fill out your form right away!Parent's Night Out
Thursday, Sept. 25 | 7:00–10:00 PM | 5 Strawberry Hill Road, Acton
Parents & caregivers of Douglas—join us for a fun, adults-only evening at Rapscallion Table & Tap! Enjoy free appetizers, a cash bar, and great company.
RSVP here by Thursday, September 11
Headcount needed for food—secure childcare early!
This event is funded by our generous community. Please consider donating during our Annual Appeal in November or anytime here: Donate Now. Thank you!
Questions? Email Jen Fratkin.Join Us for the first PTO General Meeting
Wednesday, October 1 | 7:00–8:00 PM | via GoogleMeet
All Douglas families are invited! Hear updates from Principal Larry Wolpe and Assistant Principal Nelia Fitzpatrick on the first month of school.
Send questions in advance to douglasschoolpto@gmail.com or ask during the meeting.Fall Social and Book Fair
Date: Thursday, October 9
Time: 5:00 - 7:00 PM
More details and RSVP to follow
Join us for a fun and casual evening to kick off the school year! Families and friends are invited to:
Attend a dedication ceremony for the new playground sunshade
Browse the Scholastic Book Fair
Purchase dinner and dessert at one of the food trucks
Sit down and enjoy your food in the cafeteria
Enjoy free play on the playground until sunset
Food Trucks On Site (cash & credit cards accepted):
Important Notes:
Children must be supervised by an adult – this is not a drop-off event.
Rain or shine – the event will go on!
No parking in the bus loop
Playground will close at sunset for safety
REMINDERS
Support Douglas by Volunteering
Help enrich student learning, support our staff, and build community! Whether you have an hour a month or more, we’d love your help.
Form closes September 30. Visit the PTO table on 9/16 at Back to School Night to complete your CORI.
CORI Requirement for Volunteers
Acton-Boxborough requires all school volunteers (classroom help, field trips, Douglas Day, library, etc.) to have a valid CORI form and photo ID on file.
To complete or renew your CORI:
Bring a completed CORI form and your driver’s license or passport to the Douglas School Office.
You may also email the completed form to douglasoffice@abschools.org, but ID must be shown in person.
Approval can take up to two weeks.
From the Health Office
A few important reminders from the health office:
1) Be sure the contact info in Power School is current and email addresses are those that you check regularly. We will often contact families via email with non-urgent updates or questions.
2) Have a plan in place for picking up at school if your child needs to be dismissed. The Boardwalk health office is a shared office for Gates, Douglas, PREK and CASE collaborative students! We're not set up as an infirmary and the office is extremely busy at times.
3) Apply sunscreen and insect repellent at home. These cannot be applied at school.
4) Please keep us updated regarding your child's health. If there are changes, please call the health office or send us an email. Good communication is key to ensure children recover fully.
The Health and Nursing site on the AB website is available to review information about different health topics, FAQ's, forms and contact information.
Questions? Contact: Maria Bottos BSN, RN
978-266-2560 extension 23148
Email: mbottos@abschools.org
Questions?
Contact PTO Co-Chairs Jen Fratkin & Jill O’Neill at
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