Dear Families, Get ready—the Scholastic Book Fair is coming to our school! This is a great opportunity to build your child’s home library with new books they’ll dive into again and again. The easiest way to let your child shop the Fair independently is by creating an eWallet. It’s easy to set up and easy for others to add funds. Create an eWallet, and you’ll also have the opportunity to contribute to Share the Fair - the giving program that supports students at our school who need help buying books. Consider participating so that no child leaves the Fair empty-handed! Here’s everything else you need to know about the Book Fair:
Dates: October 20th-24th Location:Metcalf Elementary Family Night: October 24th, 5:30-8pm, Metcalf Elementary Cafeteria For full details, and to create an eWallet, visit our school’s Book Fair homepage: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/metcalfelementaryschool More than ever, we need to get students reading. Studies prove* that children with more books at home, have higher-level reading skills, and attain more years of education overall. Lastly, this is a great opportunity to be a Book Fair volunteer! When you give your time, it helps make our Fair an unforgettable reading experience where every purchase benefits our school directly. https://signup.com/go/asYxRoV Happy reading, EWG PTA
1 day ago, Elizabeth Pappas
Public Safety Trunk or Treat Announcement!
Join us for a spooky and safe Public Safety Trunk or Treat event!
When: Saturday, October 18th, from 4 PM - 6 PM (Rain Date: Sunday, October 19th)
Where: Metcalf Elementary School Parking Lot, 30 Nooseneck Hill Road, Exeter.
This event is generously sponsored by:
Cardi's Furniture & Mattresses
R.E. Coogan Heating Inc.
(24 Hour Emergency Service, Full Plumbing and A/C Services)
Come for a fun-filled afternoon with our local Police departments!
3 days ago, Elizabeth Pappas
Arrowhead Dental Associates in Charlestown, RI, is hosting its 15th Annual Dentistry from the Heart event on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. This special day offers free dental care to those in need in the Southern Rhode Island community who cannot afford treatment or lack dental insurance.
Key details of the event: Services offered: Cleanings, dental images, exams, fillings, and extractions will be provided at no cost.
Location: Arrowhead Dental Associates, 4995 South County Trail, Charlestown, RI.
Appointments: Services are offered on a first-come, first-served basis, and it is recommended to arrive early, with registration beginning as early as 6:30 am.
Contact: For any questions regarding the event, you can call Arrowhead Dental Associates at (401) 364-6300 or visit their website for more information.
7 days ago, Elizabeth Pappas
Picture Day 10/3/25
8 days ago, Elizabeth Pappas
PTA Meeting - Oct 2025
9 days ago, Elizabeth Pappas
Metcalf Lunch and Breakfast Menus for October 2025
16 days ago, Elizabeth Pappas
Hi Everyone!
It's now official! Metcalf's Theatre Program is ready to launch for our production of Disney's The Little Mermaid JR.! I am so thrilled to be spending another year directing these wonderful kids and working with this incredible community. I hope you are all excited, too!
Below, you will find the sign up links for our program. I hope to see both new and familiar faces this year! (If you have already signed up through a previous link you do not need to again) Sign up your child here: https://forms.gle/5RkSxLnEuc2Q3DmT8 Volunteer sign-up here: https://forms.gle/bm6J9hP6oGLPg4Xm7 Supporting our Program Sponsorship/Donations sign-up here: https://forms.gle/76qg1dufpk1gTkWq7 If you are interested in learning more about the program, come to our Parent Orientation Meeting on Wednesday, September 24th at 6:00pm in the Metcalf cafeteria. I look forward to meeting everyone and hopefully answering all your questions.(If you have already signed up through a previous link you do not need to again)
Auditions begin Tuesday, October 7th! Please see the sign up link for more details on how to best help your student prepare for success. Don't worry, auditions are for casting only – everyone is accepted into the program!
Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns. I can be reached at madison_brooks@ewg.k12.ri.us. Here's to a great year of fun and theatre!
21 days ago, Elizabeth Pappas
Autumn escape
22 days ago, Elizabeth Pappas
Join Scouts
22 days ago, Elizabeth Pappas
Quick Reminder - tomorrow, Thursday, 3/14, is an Early Release Day for students with dismissal taking place at 1:00 instead of 3:00. It’s also “Decade Day!” We can’t wait to step back in time and spend the day with students from the 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s, 00s, etc! Friday is a St. Patrick’s Day celebration - Go All Out in GREEN!
Enjoy your night,
Mrs. Ratigan :)
over 1 year ago, Laurie Ratigan
Will the REAL teacher/student please stand up? We had SO much fun today with the teacher-student switch! The adults were VERY comfortable on this Monday and loving the crocs and sweatshirts! Don't forget that Tuesday is Sports Day!
over 1 year ago, Laurie Ratigan
Wreaths Across America - Remember, Honor, and Teach! We are so honored that Wreaths Across America visited EWG on Monday! The Mobile Education Exhibit spent the day at Metcalf and many students were able to visit to learn about the mission of WAA. Local members of the military and fallen soldiers were recognized in a powerful ceremony at the EWGHS in the evening. Our Metcalf Military Kids Group played a huge role in the ceremony, also honoring the member of their family currently serving in a beautiful and moving part of the night! Thank you to all who helped organize this event, to those who attended, and most importantly, to those that serve our country.
almost 2 years ago, Laurie Ratigan
Dear Metcalf Families,
We have so many fun things planned for this holiday season as we continue to focus on Kindness, Giving, and Service to Others. A huge donation has been made to the foodbank and our Kindness Tree is growing! Thank you to all our wonderful families for supporting these efforts. Also, on Thursday, 12/21 we’ll be taking an “All-School” field trip to Showcase Cinema in Warwick to see the new film, Wonka. We’re looking forward to being all together as a school community to celebrate the holiday season! Don’t miss the permission slip with all the details that was sent home with students today, 11/30.
Please see the schedule of events below and be sure to mark your calendars!
-Mon. 12/4-Fri. 12/8 - Penguin Patch Holiday shopping week!
-Tues. 12/5 - SIT meeting, 3:15-4:00 in the library, all are invited to provide ideas and feedback to make Metcalf the best it can be!
-Friday, 12/8 -School Spirit Day, Crazy Holiday Hair/Hat Day
-Friday, 12/8 - Polar Express Movie Night, 6:30-8:30 at the JSHS Library
-Monday, 12/11 - Wreaths Across America mobile Education Center will visit Metcalf during the school day. An evening presentation will take place at the JSHS. It’s such an honor for EWG to be hosting!
-Friday, 12/15 - School Spirit Day, Ugly or Festive Sweater Day!
-Thursday, 12/21 - All School Field Trip to see Wonka @ Showcase Cinema in Warwick. Please look for the permission slip that was sent home today and return it by Friday, Dec. 8th.
-Friday, 12/22 - School Spirit Day, wear your school-appropriate PJs to school.
-Sat. 12/23-Mon. 1/1 - Holiday Vacation
almost 2 years ago, Laurie Ratigan
Hi Metcalf Families,
We've enjoyed a fantastic Book Fair Week thanks to our equally fantastic PTA! Don't miss tonight's Family Book Fair night in the cafeteria from 5:30 to 8:00.
Could your child be missing their favorite sweatshirt, water bottle, or jacket? It's quite possible so be sure to check out the Metcalf Lost & Found which is growing in size every day once you're done shopping!
On the Horizon…
Tuesday, 10/31 - Halloween Day…don’t forget your costumes!
Thursday, 11/2 - Flu Clinic
Monday, 11/6- Evening conferences
Tuesday, 11/7 - Day conferences, no school for students
Monday, 11/13 - Veterans’ Day, no school
Friday, 11/17 - Lifetouch Picture retakes
Wed-Fri, 11/22-11/24 - Thanksgiving Recess, enjoy time with your family.
almost 2 years ago, Laurie Ratigan
Don't miss the Halloween fun at Metcalf! :)
about 2 years ago, Laurie Ratigan
Let's all enjoy Reading Week at Metcalf, 5/22-5/26!
over 2 years ago, Laurie Ratigan
Hi Metcalf Families,
As we enter into this last week before February vacation I have a few important items to share.
-We will be following the normal “Specials” schedule on Monday. There was some talk of switching the schedule but that is not the case so it’s a normal Monday. :)
-Don’t forget that Tuesday is Valentine’s Day! If your child brings Valentines to school, please be sure he/she includes one for everyone in the class. Also, candy and food items cannot be sent into school. Thank you.
-Friday is our Kids’ Heart Challenge! Our students will be jumping rope to raise funds for the American Heart Association. The children must wear sneakers and bring a water bottle to school on Friday. Thank you to Mrs. Unsworth and Mrs. Allen for organizing this fun and worthwhile event!
-Next week, 2/20-2/24, is February school vacation!
I hope you all enjoy the Super Bowl tonight...even though the Patriots aren't playing!
Mrs. Ratigan :)
over 2 years ago, Laurie Ratigan
School is now cancelled for the day today due to icy roads, power outages, accidents and road closures. Stay safe & warm everyone!
over 2 years ago, Laurie Ratigan
There will be a one hour delay to the school day today due to icy roads. Please drive carefully.
