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Cyber Safety, Texting and Bullying Safety Conference
Wednesday, March 31 – 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Kennedy Middle School Auditorium
Woburn Police School Resource Officer Division, Joyce and Kennedy PTO's are pleased to sponsor this free seminar for parents, teachers and other interested adults.
It seems that not a day goes by without reading about bullying, cyber-bullying, incidents of sexting and inappropriate use of social networking websites. The internet offers almost limitless opportunities to gain knowledge and make contact with others. When used appropriately, it is a powerful and positive tool. However, school staff and parents need to be aware of the risks inherent in this technology. Participants will learn about online issues impacting youth, such as social networking sites, predators, and sexting.
A member of the Middlesex DA’s office will do a two hour presentation on these important topics. Effective prevention and intervention strategies for teachers, school staff and parents will be outlined and discussed. The Middlesex District Attorney's Office Cyber Protection Program, created in 2007 by District Attorney Gerry Leone, will also be discussed.
For more information contact the WPD School Resource Office at 781-932-4510.
4Mar/10Off
3/4/10 Smooth Opening at WMHS
This morning, I arrived at Woburn Memorial High School during the time that students were arriving. I witnessed an impressive team implementing the procedures for entering the building this morning. WMHS staff members worked alongside the Woburn Police Department and the regional School Threat Assessment Response System (STARS) to make sure that today's "controlled entry" was successful. WMHS students entered in an orderly and respectful manner. There was no confusion, and there was no delay in starting the school day. While law enforcement officials continue their investigation of the low-level threat, our staff and students are following their regular schedules.
I want to express my thanks to Principal Joseph Finigan, the Woburn Police Department, the STARS team, and the staff and students of Woburn Memorial High School for their extraordinary efforts. The number of people that came together on short notice and the resources that were available to us helped make us all feel more secure. While these situations can be difficult to manage, we are very fortunate to have so many people who care about keeping students safe.
--Mark Donovan, Superintendent of Schools
3Mar/10Off
ATTENTION: SPECIAL PROCEDURES FOR WMHS STUDENTS FOR THURSDAY, MARCH 4
TEXT OF A PHONE MESSAGE SENT OUT AT 8:15 THIS EVENING:
Good evening, this is Woburn High School principal Finigan calling to inform you of a low level threat that was found on a girls’ bathroom stall today at WMHS. A custodian reported the writing to the main office and we immediately notified the Woburn Police Department. In conjunction with the Woburn Police Department, the State Police and the regional School Threat Assessment Response Team, we are conducting an investigation into the origin of the message.
The safety of our students and staff are our top priority and therefore, in accordance with our school safety plans, we will take the following safety precautions:
Tonight, school and police personnel will conduct a thorough search of the building utilizing trained canines.
- While students may bring books and belongings to school tomorrow, we ask that students not take backpacks, book bags or athletic bags to school on Thursday, March 4th. Any bags or pocketbooks brought to school by students will have to be turned over to school administration and will be searched, held, and returned later in the day. Students who bring lunch should bring it in a clear plastic bag.
- On Thursday morning we will have a controlled entrance to the school. Students will be directed to enter school though the main entrance or the drop-off area in the rear of the building. No other entrances will be available. The doors to the school will not open until 7:10. WMHS staff will monitor these entrances to ensure that students abide by the guidelines outlined above.
All attendance rules will apply for Thursday, March 4th. We will continue to notify you in the days ahead with more information. .
The Police Department and our office will continue the investigation to determine the person or persons responsible. When identified, the responsible individuals will be held fully accountable by our school system and prosecuted through the courts.
Further information will be posted at this site as needed
3Mar/10Off
Substance Abuse Forum at WMHS
Woburn Memorial High School invites all parents (not limited to high school parents) to the 5th Annual Parent Forum Tuesday, March 9th from 6:30pm – 8:30 pm in the Flaherty auditorium sponsored by the student club, LEARN. The forum will address signs of substance use, interventions, and treatment options with a panel of professional and community leaders in the field. Child care is available on-site by LEARN members. For more information contact Loren Baccari, LEARN advisor in guidance at 781 937-8210 x104
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