Miss an issue of The Week Ahead at Caedmon? Each week's content is now archived under the 'Current Families' tab of our website .
The Caedmon School calendar can be found on our website  here . Please consult this calendar for the most up-to-date information, as it will be updated periodically throughout the year. 
The lunch menu for the month of November is posted on our website . View and print daily offerings from Winstead Caterers , including vegetarian options, sandwich & salad bar, fruits, cereals, and more.
Week of October 31st

Monday, October 31st
  • Halloween 
Wednesday, November 2nd
  • New Family Coffee: 8:45 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. | The Caedmon Lobby
Friday, November 4th
  • The Doctor is In with Dr. Angela Seracini: 8:45 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Upcoming 
Parent-Teacher Conferences: November 8th and 9th


Free Childcare for Parent Teacher Conferences
November 8th and 9th 
Free childcare is available for parent-teacher conferences on November 8th and 9th. Childcare is for the duration of the conference only. Children must be school-aged to attend. Please RSVP with Andrew Kagan at kagan@caedmonschool.org. 

Call for Runners: NYC Marathon
The NYC Marathon will take place on Sunday, November 6th. If there are any faculty, staff, or family members running in the event this year, please e-mail Alissa at dufour@caedmonschool.org to be featured in an upcoming edition of Inside Caedmon. 26 miles is a long way to to, and we'd love to show our support, and a little Caedmon pride, along the route. 

Child Chat with Dr. Angela Seracini: The Doctor is In
Friday, November 4th| 8:45 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Have something on your mind that you'd like to discuss with Caedmon's psychologist, Dr. Seracini? Drop in for office hours! Any Caedmon parent can come in to ask questions or seek advice about their children, child development, and parenting issues on an individual basis. Parents are welcome to make an appointment or just drop by. Dr. Seracini's office is just beyond the Nurses' Office on the Main Floor. E-mail address: seracini@caedmonschool.org.

Save the Date: FACES Speaker Series
Wednesday, November 16th | 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.|The Caedmon School
On Wednesday, November 16th, Caedmon will welcome diversity speaker Dr. Peter Kuriloff from the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Kuriloff's interests include gender dynamics and their impact on opportunities for children, minority retention in elite schools, and the reinvention of schools as more inclusive, open, generous, and effective places for children. More information about this event will be sent as the date nears.

Halloween Costume Policy
  • Beginners through Second Grade: Costumes not permitted
  • Third through Fifth Grade: Costumes permitted, must be literary in nature
As is tradition, we do permit students in grades Three through Five to come to school dressed as their favorite character from children's literature. For everyone's safety, do note that any kind of props (swords, wands, jewelry, etc) are not permissible.  However, because it tends to be disruptive and sensitive for our younger children, we ask that students from Beginners through Lower Level not wear costumes to school on Halloween, as outfits can often be frightening to young children. 

Parent-Teacher Conferences: Registration Open
Tuesday, November 8th & Wednesday, October 9th | Register here
As in prior years, we will be using our online Parent/Teacher Conference booking site, PTCFast.com. Please note that all appointments for Parent /Teacher Conferences must be made via this website. When  booking your conference on November 8th, please be sure to pencil in a time to vote!

Curiosity Classes for Current & Prospective Families
In an effort to give prospective families more insight into the Caedmon community and curriculum, the Admissions Office will be offering a series of Curiosity Classes for families looking to apply to our school, which are open to current families as well. If you know of any families who are in the midst of their search for that perfect independent school for their child, please pass along information about each class and how to register by clicking here. If you have any questions, please contact Jennifer or Lynne in Admissions.

Winter After School Sneak Peak
The winter after school term is starting on December 5th. To get a sneak peak of our class offerings,  please click here. Full brochures will be mailed home in mid-to-late November, and enrollment via My Backpack will open at that time. 


Share your Halloween Party Pics
If you've got some great shots from Saturday's Halloween party, please be sure to upload them to Vidigami. An album has been created in the 'School Events' folder called "Halloween Party." If you have any questions or would prefer another method to have your photos posted, please contact Alissa at dufour@caedmonschool.org. 

Family Fun Night
Friday, November 11 | 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Beginners and Early Program families are invited to Caedmon's first Family Fun Night on Friday, November 11. The theme of the party is PJs, so be sure to get your child's jammies ready for a night of fun! We will provide pizza and dessert, and the evening will include an arts and crafts project, a PJ parade and dance party, and the screening of a half-hour TV program. A sign up for volunteers will be distributed shortly, and be sure to RSVP in the invitation that was sent out on Thursday, October 27th.