Dear Saxe Families,
Which kind of back-to-school parent are you? One who has every school item labeled, organized, and neatly stowed in a pristine, monogrammed backpack? OR,
like the people writing this
, are you still unsure as to the whereabouts of last year’s backpack, which is most likely still chock full of papers, snack wrappers and granola bar dust? Either way, it’s all good. Whether you’re off to a quick start, or just limping along, Saxe is poised for its incoming classes!
The administrators, staff and faculty have worked feverishly all summer to unveil the new classroom additions. Earlier in the week, we witnessed the excitement as everyone at Saxe made the final preparations for the first day. We know your students will be thrilled with the new wing and the facility upgrades. As discussed in our August newsletter, the auditorium should be operational by the end of September, and the music wing should be online in November. Believe us, they are a sight to see!
Even within the walls of this incredible new space, the essence of Saxe is truly its sense of community. Our positive school culture comes from the active involvement of so many students, teachers and parents. We have loads of welcome events to help kick off the school year, the details of which can be found below and on our newly designed website.
In the meantime,
may the force be with you
, as we all attempt to push bedtimes earlier and to cut back on your kids’ screen time for fall. We’re all in the same boat!
Cheerio,
Kate VanDussen & Susan Gelvin
Saxe PTC Co-Presidents
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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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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/General Meeting
Wednesday, September 20th, 9:30-11:00 AM,
Waveny House, 677 South Avenue, New Canaan
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!
We hope to have the PTC directory available for pickup and purchase at this meeting, but it may be after this date due to a delay at the printer. Thank you for your patience!
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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:
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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 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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Appreciation from the Hospitality Committee
Thank you to the following PTC volunteers:
Maria Weingarten
and
Suzy Turner
for planning and hosting the Faculty Welcome Back Breakfast!
Kathy Megdanis
for organizing the refreshments for the New to NCPS Student Orientation!
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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 and purchase at the Welcome Back Coffee on September 20th at Waveny House.
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5th Grade Room Parents Needed!
Two parents are needed per 5th Grade Homeroom.
If more than 2 parents volunteer for a particular homeroom, names will be chosen randomly. The final list of Room Parents will be communicated in mid-to-late September.
If you are interested in throwing your name in the hat to be a Room Parent, please contact: Lisa Hull:
hull.lisa@yahoo.com
or
Include your name, email address, and the name of your child's homeroom teacher.
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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.
Cash & credit cards accepted.
Upcoming sales dates & locations:
- Friday, September 15 @ 5th Grade Coffee (Saxe)
- Wednesday, September 20 @ Welcome Back Coffee (Waveny)
- October 2-5 All Saxe Open Houses (unless we sell out earlier)
If any items remain after the Open Houses, they will be available for purchase online.
HOT OFF THE PRESS:
The only Spiritwear item for sale online right now is the pair of cool slides pictured here.
Special code for ordering: NC10.
Click HERE to order your slides. Don't forget the code when ordering!
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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.
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October Newsletter Deadline
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COMMUNITY CLICKS
New Canaan Lacrosse Association: Registration is now open for Fall Ball clinics for boys (K-4) and girls (grades 1-8). Your child will need a current US Lacrosse number which can be obtained during the NCLA signup process.
Click here for more information.
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STAY CONNECTED & BE SOCIAL with the SAXE PTC!
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