MA public schools and bb parks

[ogre]

Originally Posted by txbaker27

Yes this is what I would expect from a school district. The carnival at my sons school the past years have been a real disappointment's. maybe a total of 20 parents volunteered and half of the teaching staff came. The booths were one card table, a few balloons and a piece of construction board with the class information on it. This was so disappointing because I want my sons memories of school to be fun. They are no longer allowed to have the holiday parties because of different religious beliefs and there are no fairs of any at all besides the lousy carnival. It is hard to find any summer activities that are offered here I wish the schools would take the cameras into consideration I believe that security comes within the staffing and not clothes. Sadly enough the district has built 2 brand new schools here and we are now fixing to have a big fund raiser to help raise money to improve these schools!! Makes no sense does it?

How much of a tradition there is of having holiday parties varies from town to town. Of course I don't know what's happening in every town, but my general impression is that most towns that have a history of having holiday events in the schools still have them, but they name these events with the generic term "holiday," rather than referring specifically to Christmas. Also, rather than abandon a Christmas focus altogether, they'll simply try to include other traditions along with Christmas in the overall holiday celebration.

[ogre]

Originally Posted by capecodcathy

I should also mention that we have a school resource officer from the local police department who is also very active in the schools. We have an advisory panel that includes school admin, law enforcement, fire department, DA's office and parents to discuss the latest, greatest ways kids can get into trouble. We also bring in the drug-sniffing dogs randomly as a precaution. We had one incident last year where a student was hauled out. Other than that they usually find nothing.
I never thought I'd enjoy living in a small town but if you're raising kids, it's the best. I've always been involved in kid activities and schools and pretty much know every teacher, parent and administrator. My kids have always said they'll never be able to get away with anything because everyone know them and me! There is a method to my madness (evil grin)!

Smart idea. If you don't mind my asking, what general area of the Cape do you live on? I've always thought I'd want to avoid tourist areas, but I've seen a few of your posts on here, and your town sounds nice.

[smarty]

Originally Posted by txbaker27

Can anyone tell me more about the public school system in MA. Preferably what areas to avoid.

Please visit Massachusetts Department of Education for more information about MA public school. It has many town/school profiles.

In general, you want to avoid towns or schools with high "English as a second language" population and low income level.

[Marybettiful]

If you go to The Official Site of Salem, MA and check out the calendar of events and the cities attractions it gives you a whole listing of fun activities and all of the places to visit in Salem. A friend and i are driving up for a day at the end of the month and i have a long list of different things to do. Your son will love it!

[capecodcathy]

Originally Posted by ogre

Smart idea. If you don't mind my asking, what general area of the Cape do you live on? I've always thought I'd want to avoid tourist areas, but I've seen a few of your posts on here, and your town sounds nice.

I live in Bourne. The best kept secret on Cape Cod. Most people don't even realize we're here but if you travel over either of the bridges you're passing through Bourne. It consists of several villages: Buzzards Bay, Sagamore Beach, Sagamore, Bournedale, Bourne Village, Monument Beach, Pocasset and Cataumet. It's a very large town geographically, bordered by Plymouth, Wareham, Sandwich and Falmouth, but still has a small-town feel. While we do get some summer folk, we don't have a lot of hotels, B&B's etc. like the other towns so we don't get as many. It's a nice town!

[capecodcathy]

Originally Posted by Marybettiful

If you go to The Official Site of Salem, MA and check out the calendar of events and the cities attractions it gives you a whole listing of fun activities and all of the places to visit in Salem. A friend and i are driving up for a day at the end of the month and i have a long list of different things to do. Your son will love it!

You'll have a blast in Salem. I lived there for a few years when I was younger and return at least once a year. Make sure you have a good map. It can be pretty confusing. Lots of one-way streets, etc. Once you get there and park you should be able to walk to everything you want to see.

[txbaker27]

Originally Posted by capecodcathy

I live in Bourne. The best kept secret on Cape Cod. Most people don't even realize we're here but if you travel over either of the bridges you're passing through Bourne. It consists of several villages: Buzzards Bay, Sagamore Beach, Sagamore, Bournedale, Bourne Village, Monument Beach, Pocasset and Cataumet. It's a very large town geographically, bordered by Plymouth, Wareham, Sandwich and Falmouth, but still has a small-town feel. While we do get some summer folk, we don't have a lot of hotels, B&B's etc. like the other towns so we don't get as many. It's a nice town!

Does this area get a lot of snow fall being on the ocean I would think no but then again I see pics of snow there?

[capecodcathy]

Originally Posted by txbaker27

Does this area get a lot of snow fall being on the ocean I would think no but then again I see pics of snow there?

Not much snow here. I don't think our schools have had a snow day in three or four years. What we do get generally tends to melt rather quickly.