Sooner or later we all quote our mothers.

Bern Williams

It was a beautiful spring weekend. I hope that all our A-B moms had a wonderful Mother's Day in recognition of all the special things you do for your children day in and day out.

We are now in the final stretch of the MCAS season with 8th grade Science and Math sessions this week. Reiterating a point I made recently, while we all recognize the importance of these tests, it is also imperative that we do not take them more seriously than necessary. Our students are best served by making every effort to attend on official testing dates, remembering to relax, and not to worry. Please be aware that for any students who miss school on any MCAS day, for illnesses or other reasons, we have make-up days scheduled within the testing window, and students will be given the test when they return to school.

And finally I want to recognize the talent and showmanship of the students of the RJG Drama Club who presented the annual spring production with two one-act comedies, "Attention Detention" and "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Fifth Period," last week. Kudos go to Drama teacher Cheryl Miller for her outstanding work.

Have a good week,

Craig