We hope that you have finally settled into summer mode - if
only it were as easy as swiping the airplane mode on your phone!
After downshifting and slowing things down, it’s now time to dust off your calendars for some good, old-fashioned "Back to School" fun! Hopefully, this newsletter will help you schedule important upcoming Saxe events and put key dates on the calendar.
Also, w
e are pleased to report that the Saxe Building Committee recently announced that the new classroom additions will be ready for student occupancy at the start of the school year! Renovations to the music rooms are scheduled to be completed in November, and the auditorium should be ready for theatrical performances by the end of September. This is indeed excellent news with the building project running ahead of schedule and on budget.
Our apologies for jolting everyone out of relaxation mode; however, please review the information below and then... get back to the business of summering!
Cowabunga,
Katie VanDussen & Susan Gelvin
Saxe PTC Co-Presidents
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28: Grade 5 Meet the Teacher
28: New to NCPS Saxe Student Orientation
30: First Day of School (full day)
September:
1: Aladdin Jr. Student Info Meeting
4: Labor Day (no school)
5: Aladdin Jr. Parent Info Meeting
11: Aladdin Jr. Auditions
12: Aladdin Jr. Auditions
14: Parents New to NCPS Coffee
15: 5th Grade Parent Coffee
20: Welcome Back Coffee
21: Rosh
Hashanah (no school)
28: 5th Grade Fun Run
29: Red/Black Spirit Day; Celebrate Saxe Kickoff
30: Yom Kippur (starts at sundown)
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Grade 5 Meet the Teacher
Monday, August 28th, 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM, Saxe
5th grade students and parents are invited to come to Saxe to meet their teachers, see their classroom, meet new classmates, and see where their 5th grade year will be spent.
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New to NCPS Student Orientation
Monday, August 28th, 2:00 PM, Saxe Cafeteria
For students who have recently moved to New Canaan or are new to the NCPS system: please mark your calendar!
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New to NCPS Parent Coffee
Thursday, September 14th, 9:30 AM, Location TBA
For parents who have recently moved to New Canaan or are new to the NCPS system: please mark your calendar! Come meet new friends and learn about the Saxe Community. Hosted by Kathy Megdanis. Please RSVP to Kathy:
kathy.megdanis@hotmail.com
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5th Grade Parent Coffee
Friday, September 15th, 9:00-10:00 AM, Saxe Cafeteria
For parents of 5th grade students, this is a great opportunity to hear from Dr. Clapp about how the start of school went for our 5th graders.
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Saxe PTC Welcome Back Coffee
Wednesday,
September 20th, 9:30-11:00 AM,
Waveny House
Please join us to reconnect with friends; to receive UPDATES about the coming year from Saxe Administrators and the Community; to LEARN about this year's PTC initiatives; to SIGN-UP to volunteer; and to BUY NC Saxe Spiritwear for your family!
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5th Grade Fun Run
Thursday, September 28th, 1:00-2:30 PM, Saxe
Students will get outside, have some fun, get some exercise, and get to know some of their new classmates! Saxe's Annual 5th Grade Fun Run is a great way to kick off the first year of middle school. Live DJ and refreshments will guarantee a good time!
Parent volunteers are needed, so please
CLICK HERE to sign up. Rain date: Thursday, Oct. 5
Questions? Please contact:
Shannon Goetz:
shannon_goetz@hotmail.com
Shayla O’Neil:
shayla_oneil@yahoo.com
Liz Squillante:
lizsquillante@gmail.com
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Join the PTC!
Become a voting member at our general meetings AND receive the coveted school directory with your $30 membership dues. Additional copies of the directory are available to Saxe PTC members only for an additional $10. Directories will be available
for pick up in September (pick-up dates are TBD).
CLICK HERE to pay your Saxe PTC membership dues.
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It Takes a Village! Volunteer!
The PTC needs just a few more volunteers to help out in the following roles. For more information, please contact the PTC VP noted by each position.
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Saxe Spiritwear & Locker Ladders for Sale
Buy your Spiritwear before it runs out! All new items for sale!
The famous Locker Ladder will also be for sale! Spiritwear often sells out before the last open house, so don't risk it! Shop early.
Upcoming sales dates & locations:
- Monday, August 28 @ Grade 5 Meet the Teacher (Saxe)
- Monday, August 28 @ New to Saxe (Saxe)
- Friday, September 15 @ 5th Grade Coffee (Saxe)
- Wednesday, September 20 @ Welcome Back Coffee (Waveny)
- October 2-4 All Saxe Open Houses (unless we sell out earlier)
If any items remain after the Open Houses, they will be available for purchase online.
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School Supplies Update
Because each team of teachers requires differing supplies, Saxe no longer organizes grade-level school supply packs. You will receive a note from your teacher regarding a school supply list.
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Celebrate Saxe Fundraiser
Stay tuned for more information on the Saxe PTC's big fundraiser...Celebrate Saxe! This fall's campaign will kick off on Friday, September 29th and conclude on Friday, October 13th.
Support from our parents and friends will be very appreciated! More detailed information will be sent out in early September.
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5/6 Musical: Disney's Aladdin Jr.
The magic Genie shows Aladdin how “A Friend Like Me” can help him win the love of Princess Jasmine as the “Arabian Nights” pass. This musical journey based on the classic Disney movie will take you on a magic carpet ride of delight and adventure. Come sing and dance with us and get “One Jump Ahead” for a fall of magnificent fun!
IMPORTANT DATES:
Friday, September 1st, 3-4:30 PM:
Student Information Meeting in Saxe Cafeteria
Tuesday, September 5th, 10-11:00 AM:
Parent Information Meeting Location TBD
Tuesday, September 5th, 6-7:00 PM:
Parent Information Meeting in Saxe Cafeteria
Wednesday, September 6th & Friday, September 8th, 3-4:30 PM:
Audition Prep (students can come on one or both days) in Saxe
Cafeteria
Mon., September 11th and Tues., September 12th, 3-6:00 PM:
AUDITIONS (Students will sign up for a half hour slot; they will not need to stay the whole time) in Saxe Cafeteria and Music Rooms.
Performances:
Nov. 10th @ 7:00 PM & Nov. 11th @ 2:00 PM
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September Newsletter Deadline
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STAY CONNECTED & BE SOCIAL with the SAXE PTC!
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