September 14, 2025

Take a peek at what’s packed into this week’s edition of the McGlynn Elementary PTG (Parent Teacher Group) Scoop – there’s lots to get excited about!

• Upcoming Events •

• 🍴 School Lunch Menu 🍴 •

• Room Lead/Volunteer Sign-up & Information •

• Grades K-5 Curriculum Night (Adults Only), Tuesday Sep 16th •

• McGlynn Elementary Start with Hello Week, Sep 15th - 19th [NEW] •

• Back-to-School BBQ Event Recap [NEW] •

• The McGlynn Spirit Store is now Live! T-shirts, Hoodies & More! [NEW] •

• Run Medford | Join Team McGlynn Elementary! •

• Wresting Club Team, Girls Basketball, Girls on the Run [NEW]•

• Easy/Low Effort Fundraising •

• Medford Sports/Activity Sign-ups •

• Teacher Wish Lists • PTG Google Calendar (Link) • About the PTG •

🍎 Classroom Leads & Volunteers Needed! 🍎

👉 [Sign Up Here!]

Classroom Leads help connect teachers, families, and the PTG. The PTG makes it easy with templates and a suggested calendar. Leads may organize Mystery Readers, Game Days, Seasonal Craft Days, or help with supply drives and class directories. Time commitment: approximately 1 hour per month.

Classroom Volunteers lend a hand with classroom activities, events, and special projects. Big or small, your time and energy make a meaningful difference for our students and teachers. The commitment is completely flexible—whatever you’re able to give.

💜 However you can help, it truly matters—and together, we make this community something special!

📅 Tuesday, September 16th  
🕔 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM (Adults only, No Children Please)
📍 McGlynn Elementary School

Join us for Curriculum Night at McGlynn Elementary! Meet your child’s teachers, learn about grade-level curriculum and classroom expectations, hear about upcoming projects and events, and discover ways to support learning at home. It’s a great chance to connect with our school community and kick off the year together.

5:45pm Session 1 Grade level classrooms are open to caregivers

6:15pm Gym, Music, Art, Nexus, Computer, Library and other specialists

6:45pm Session 2 Grade level classrooms are open to caregivers

7:30pm Doors close

Questions? Please reach out to Mr. O’Brien (Principal) at aobrien@medford.k12.ma.us.

September 15–19

Each day this week, students will take part in simple activities that spread kindness, build connections, and help everyone feel included. 

Click here to learn more about the Sandy Hook Promise of belonging.

Monday – Be Seen in Green
Wear GREEN to spread the message of kindness and connection!

Tuesday – Talk-O Tuesday
Say hello to someone new—greet people by name or with a friendly “HELLO!”

Wednesday – Put a Cap on It
Wear your favorite hat and help put a CAP on bullying while showing everyone they belong.

Thursday – Compliment Confetti
Spread kindness by giving compliments throughout the day.

Friday – Promise to Connect
Wear Mustang spirit gear or anything navy blue/white to show that we’re all connected.

A huge thank you to everyone who came out on Friday, September 12th to celebrate the start of the school year at our Back-to-School BBQ!

🍔 Families enjoyed burgers, hot dogs, cotton candy, snow cones, and more.
🎟️ Our new ticket system made things simple and fun—plus raffle prizes brought lots of excitement!
🎈 The bounce houses and games were a big hit with the kids, while parents and caregivers had the chance to connect and kick off the school year together.

We’re thrilled to share that the event had a fantastic turnout and was a wonderful reminder of the strong community spirit here at McGlynn Elementary.

👏 A heartfelt thank-you to all the volunteers who made the night such a success—we truly couldn’t have done it without you! We’re also grateful to Piantedosi Baking Company and Medford Connects for their generous contributions. Your kindness strengthens the McGlynn Elementary School Community.

A BIG McGlynn Congratulations to Mrs. Scarfo (previously Ms. Martorana) who won use of the principal's parking spot for the month of October! Thank you Mr. O'Brien for generously creating this raffle for our AMAZING teachers!

We’ve opened a NEW Spirit Store with tons of options — there’s truly something for everyone! Show your Mustang pride in style. 💙💛

✨ BONUS: Place your order by September 20th and choose the “Pick Up” option to grab your gear right at school on October 9th at the Family Night Scholastic Book Fair. A parent has generously offered to pick up the orders so families can save on shipping!

🛍️ Shop here: Spirit Store Link
Or visit 👉 www.An-Obstruction-of-art.com and search McGlynn Mustangs

Let’s show our school spirit together! 💙🐴💛 

When you shop, you give back - 10% of sales go directly to PTG programming.

🏀 Saints Girls Basketball – Registration Open!

Sign up for the 2025–2026 season (In-House: grades K–8 | Travel: grades 5–8).

📅 Registration: Sept 29 & Oct 1, 6–8 pm at St. Joseph’s gym foyer
💲 Fees: $150/player | $250/2 players | $325/3+ players
🏀 Games: Sundays, with some Friday nights at St. Joseph’s

🙋 Volunteers needed for coaches, scorekeepers & referees!

📧 saintfrancisyobasketball@gmail.com | 🌐 leaguelineup.com/saintfrancisinhouse 

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🤼 Join the NEW Medford Recreation Wrestling Club!

Co-Ed Team for Grades 1–5
📅 Season: Sept 29, 2025 – Apr 13, 2026
🕒 Practices: Mondays 6:30–7:30 pm & Saturdays 9:00–10:00 am

👉 Register at medfordma.myrec.com

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🌟 Girls on the Run is Coming to McGlynn Elementary! 🌟

Hello, Mountain Movers! Girls on the Run is back this Fall for grades 3–5! 💜
This fun, empowering program helps build confidence, encourage teamwork, and promote healthy habits—all while preparing for a joyful 5K celebration.

Program Details:

📅 Practice Days/Times: Mondays & Thursdays, 3:00–4:30 PM

🏃 Season Starts: Monday, September 22, 2025

🎉 Celebratory 5K: Sunday, November 16, 2025

💲 Program Fee: $35–$225 (sliding scale; financial assistance available)

📌 Register is OPEN!  Visit girlsontherunboston.org.

📧 Questions? Contact Bernadette Ricciardelli at bricciardelli@medford.k12.ma.us.

👉 Click here for a full list of sports and activities.

• Wrestling Club (OPEN)

• Girls Basketball (OPEN)

• Ice Skating & Hockey (OPEN)

• Recreation Center Programs (Rolling)

• Music Lessons (Rolling)

• Dance (Rolling)

• Martial Arts & Fitness (Rolling)

Disclaimer: This list is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute an endorsement by any School or PTG/PTO. Families are encouraged to research each program to determine the best fit for their needs.

September Fundraisers (Next Update in October 5th Issue)

Amazon Affiliate Program = $80.87

Textiles = $182.50

Box Tops = Pending

Back-to-School BBQ = TBD

Run Medford = TBD

School Year Overview (2025-2026)

Total this year so far = $263.37

THANK YOU EVERYONE! EVERY DOLLAR MATTERS!

Simple and Low Effort Ways to Make a Big Difference!

Your support funds activities like field trips, Back to School BBQ, Enrichment Activities, Spring Fun Day, Blue Folders for all students, and so much more!

Amazon Affiliate Program: Did you know your everyday Amazon purchases can help McGlynn students? When you click on a PTG Amazon Affiliate link (like this link, $0.96 pen), the PTG earns a small commission on all purchases you make within 24 hours — at no extra cost to you! Commission is also earned from our School Supply Lists (link).

Box Tops for Education (ALL DIGITAL): Download the APP (click here), scan your receipts (both paper and digital), and earn the school money instantly! Walmart receipts can be automatically counted. (Here's how- Box Tops Tutorial)

 Leaderboard (Next update will be October 5th)

🎉🎉 Grade 4 - 771 Boxtops 🎉🎉

Grade 2 - 73 Boxtops

Grade 5 - 16 Boxtops

Kindergarten - 14 Boxtops

Grade 1 - 0 Boxtops

Grade 3 - 0 Boxtops

Textile Donation Bin: Looking to clean out your closet? 

Bag everything up and put into the RIGHT WHITE Bin in front of the school (near the drop off lane). It is labeled McGlynn Elementary School so we get credit! The PTG receives a monthly check based on weight of items in the bin. (Learn More here- BayState Textile Info)

🍎 Teacher Wish Lists
Our amazing McGlynn Elementary teachers have put together their wish lists for the 2025–2026 school year! Every item donated helps create a brighter, more supportive classroom.

👉 Click here to explore the Teacher Wish Lists

Thank you for helping us give our teachers the tools they need to make this year a success!

The McGlynn Elementary School PTG (Parent Teacher Group) plays a vital role in our school's community. Our mission is simple but powerful: connect families, support teachers, and enrich learning for every student.

Here’s how we make it happen:

• 🚌 Enrichment & Learning – Funding field trips, guest speakers, in-school events, and hands-on activities.

• 🎉 Community Building – Hosting events that bring families, students, and teachers together.

• 📚 Parent & Teacher Support – Coordinating volunteers, classroom needs, and fundraising efforts to give students the best resources possible.

We’re so excited to have you join us—whether you run, cheer, volunteer, or spread the word, you’re helping make a real difference in our school!

Connect With Us on Facebook, Instagram, McGlynn PTG Website, 

or send us an email at mcglynnptg@gmail.com.

Request to add an event to the McGlynn PTG Calendar? Click here