CO-PRESIDENTS' LETTER
Dear Saxe Families,
May is finally here and the fourth quarter is in full swing! It’s at this point in the school calendar when we recognize our tremendous faculty and staff with an entire week of appreciation. Teachers play a pivotal role in our children’s lives, inspiring a lifelong love of learning and discovery and their impact reaches far beyond the boundaries of the classroom. On May 6th, please join the PTC as we kick off a series of celebrations to thank the exceptional staff here at Saxe and to let them know we appreciate the impact they make every day.
We do realize it’s a team effort, so on Friday May 17th, the PTC is also hosting our annual Volunteers’ Breakfast to thank the Saxe parent community for all that you do. Your generosity and commitment to supporting the many enrichment programs, after-school activities and faculty grants have immeasurably enriched the lives of our children, both inside and outside the classroom. We couldn’t be more proud to be a part of this Saxe community!
With tremendous appreciation,
Susan Gelvin and Geri Mohr
Saxe PTC Co-Presidents
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PRINCIPAL'S LETTER
Dear Saxe Parents,
Now that April break is behind us, we are getting ready to head down the home stretch. May is the last full month of the 2018-19 school year (wow!). The calendar is packed with school events, sporting events, weekend events, and everything else under the sun. My personal and professional goal will be to try and stay in the moment and not get caught up in the “rush” of this time of year. I hope to be present for our students, staff, and parents within our Saxe community as much as I am for my own family. Both are important and it is essential to maintain a healthy balance. I wish you good health, wellbeing, and some moments of calm as we travel this route together.
Have a great month,
Dave Gusitsch
Principal, Saxe Middle School
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Spring Concerts
May 16 5th-8th Orchestra
May 22 5th/6th Band
May 23 7th/8th Band
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No School
Memorial Day
May 27
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4th to 5th Grade
Transition Night
May 31
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Saxe 4th to 5th Grade Transition Night
May 31, 5:00-7:00 PM, Saxe Cafeteria
Current 5th grade students will provide 4th graders a firsthand tour of their new school!
Each 4th grade student will be assigned a specific 45-minute time slot to attend. Assignments are based on their current class.
Stay tuned for volunteer opportunities for 5th graders to serve as tour guides, pizza/ice cream servers and more!
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Upcoming 8th Grade Activities
May 16
Panoramic Picture Day
(rain date May 17)
June 6
Lake Compounce
June 12
Bagel Breakfast/Window Decorating/Yearbook Distribution (during 1st period)
June 13
Dinner/Dance at 6:30 PM
June 17
Promotion Practice/Picnic/Pep Rally (picnic rain date June 18 after practice)
June 18
Promotion Practice at NCHS
June 19
Promotion Ceremony at 9:45 AM, NCHS Main Gym
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High School Musical a Great Success!
The 7/8th grade
High School Musical
had two phenomenal sold-out shows! Congratulations to the student participants who were outstanding!
A HUGE thank you to the amazing directorial staff who worked with the 100+ students for the last three months: Director Lauren Nicole Sherwood, Musical Director
Zach Kampler
, Asst. Musical Director
Joe Gergle
, Orchestra Director
Janet Rosen
, Production Designer
Maggie Pennoyer
, Stage Manager/Asst. Director
Matt Blank
, and Asst. Stage Manager
Caragh Dougherty
.
Our sincere GRATITUDE for the many parents who helped with the production especially co-chairs
Sarah Haddad,
Mimi Leahy
, and
Danielle Sibilia
; treasurer T
ammy Richards Zaletsky
;
Cathy Dougherty
(Tickets);
Yvette Slatoff
and
Joannie Cheung
(Kisses & Trinkets);
Wendy Robertson
(Concessions);
Liz Squillante
(Flowers);
Joanne Lee
(Ushers and Backstage);
Linda Gelchie
and
Gina Madrazo
(Lobby Decor);
John Dunn
,
Heather Carroll
and
Ann Kozar
(Ad Sales);
Katrina Parkhill
and
Lucy Lee
(Ad Design);
Tracy Goldman
(Publicity);
Niki Smick
and
Ulrika Veroude
(Costumes);
Lydia Kremer
,
Maryanne Hartley
and
Lori McLaughlin
(Cast Party); and
Martin Skrelunas
,
Jack Casey
and
Philip Farese
(for the many Saturdays of heavy woodworking/building our set).
Finally....get ready for next year's musical line up! The 5/6th musical for Fall 2019 will be
Frozen Jr.
and the 7/8th grade musical for Spring 2020 will be
Beauty & the Beast
!
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New Healthy Food Options at Saxe
As Director of Food Services, Michelle Santinelli is passionate about serving a variety of healthy options for the students every day. Since she joined the Food Services Team, Michelle has replaced many items from the past years with high-quality food items such as Non-GMO Angela Mia Crushed Tomato Sauce for pizzas and pastas, Barilla Whole Grain Pasta, Whole Muscle Chicken Tenders and Certified Angus Beef Burgers to name a few!
Michelle's main focus is to continue to provide healthy, well-balanced, colorful, seasonal and locally grown food for the students. Please
click
HERE
to see what is currently being offered at Saxe. Please share this menu with your kids to make sure they are aware of these healthier offerings outside of the snack line!
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Lost & Found Being Emptied in June
With the end of the school year fast approaching, please encourage your children to check the Lost & Found for any items belonging to them. Volunteers will begin cleaning out the space in the beginning of June.
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Calling Saxe Artists: Submit Your Work for “Art in the Windows” by May 1!
The Carriage Barn Arts Center invites you to submit your artwork for this year's “Art in the Windows” exhibit in
store windows throughout downtown New Canaan. The theme for this year's event is "True Colors." Artists may submit
prints, paintings, drawings, photography, mixed media, or even small 3D sculptures
with a concentration on one color or a multitude of colors. To kick off the exhibit there will be a Color Walk on May 30 from 5:30-7:00 PM, with artist receptions, wine tastings, and colorful art activities. There will also be opportunities to win through a grand prize draw.
Click HERE
for more information.
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Note From the School Nurse
Connecticut State Law requires
all
students to have a physical exam during 6th grade
.
The CT Health Assessment form needs to be on file in the nurse’s office by the last day of 6th grade. The school accepts physicals dated from June 1, 2018.
Upon completion of the exam, please send your child's CT health assessment record to the Lower Division Health Office. Please contact the school nurse, Joelle Graham, with any questions. She can be reached at
joelle.graham@ncps-k12.org
or at (203) 594-4526.
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New Canaan CARES/YWL Empowering Women Series: The Art of Balance
May 1, 7:00-8:30 PM at New Canaan Historical Society
This workshop, presented by New Canaan CARES and UWL, will help women explore the value of balance in their lives. You will walk away with ideas and tips on how to find balance and maintain it in your busy lifestyle. Speaker: Dr. Theresa Federici.
Click HERE
for more information and to register.
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Wellness Works!
May 8, 9:30 AM at South School
Join us as we discuss all topics related to children's health and wellness. Do not miss this panel of leading local experts who will cover the benefits of nutrition, neurofeedback and mental wellness. Tips to maximize learning, improve sleep habits and overall health!
Click HERE
for more information and to register for this New Canaan CARES event.
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Family Conversations: Helping Youth Make Healthy Decisions
May 8, 7:00 PM at NCHS Choral Room
Rising freshmen and their families explore the ins and outs of high school transitions. Learn time management skills to juggle school work and extra-curricular activities. Break out session for youth and high school leaders.
Click HERE
for more information and to register for this New Canaan CARES event.
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Middle School Night at the Y
May 18, 7:00-9:30 PM at the New Canaan YMCA
Middle schoolers take over the Y for a night filled with endless activity options (swimming, cycling, Zone Challenge and more). This will be the last Middle School Night of the school year. Pizza, snacks, and drinks will be available for purchase. Fee: $10/Members; $18/Non-Members. $25 at the door for all.
Click HERE
for more information.
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Art of Being a Girl
May 19, 2:00-4:00 PM at the Waveny Carriage Barn
LiveGirl and the Carriage Barn Arts Center present the 2nd annual arts exhibit "Art of Being A Girl," a celebration of female power and the arts. The exhibit will run from May 16-26. On May 19, LiveGirl will host an Arts Showcase Benefit featuring art, music by @hopeinharmony, spoken word by @shewillspeak, shopping by @daisybella, and more. Tickets are $25. This event will inspire and also provide much needed funding for LiveGirl’s free of charge programs statewide. Please come out in support of Connecticut’s girls!
Click HERE
for more information and to register.
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Summer Enrichment Program
May 21, 9:30 AM at West School
West School staff and Ellen Brezovsky will provide strategies for a fun, active summer that keeps kids learning. Stave off the summer slide with these tips on how to keep your child engaged and entertained over the summer.
Click HERE
for more information and to register for this New Canaan CARES event.
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New Canaan CARES Shopping Event at She La La
May 22, 10:00 AM-3:00 PM at She La La (120 Main Street)
Enjoy a day of shopping at She La La for a good cause. Mention New Canaan CARES and you will receive a 10% discount. Plus She La La will donate an additional 10% to CARES.
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"Enough As She Is"— A Parent/Daughter Workshop
May 23rd, 7:00-8:00 PM (VIP Reception at 6:00 PM) at Waveny Park Carriage Barn
LiveGirl and Connecticut Women's Education and Legal Fund present “Enough As She Is” with Rachel Simmons, bestselling author of
Enough As She Is
,
Odd Girl Out
, and
The Curse of the Good Girl
. This event is open to the community, free of charge, with VIP reception tickets available for $50. These events will inspire and also provide much needed funding for LiveGirl’s free of charge programs statewide. Please come out in support of Connecticut’s girls!
Click HERE
for more information and to register.
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Become a Fresh Air Fund Family!
Give the gift of a summer vacation fo a city child this summer! We are seeking volunteer host families who would be willing to open their hearts and homes to give NYC children from low-income communities an experience they'll never forget. Children ages 6-12 stay for one week and are eager to experience the summer life our community has to offer— stargazing, running barefoot in the grass, playing at Mead Park or enjoying a concert at Waveny. Please contact
Lisa Hill
(203-594-9472)
, New Canaan Fresh Air Fund Chairperson,
or
click HERE
for information about the program.
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New Canaan Youth Field Hockey
Registration for the 2019 season is now open for girls in grades 5-8. Complete your early bird registration online by June 15 and save $100! Registration deadline is June 30 (anyone registering after that date will be put on a waitlist). We look forward to seeing your daughter on the field this fall!
Click HERE
for more information and to register.
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New Tennis Programs from New Canaan Parks & Rec
New Canaan Parks and Recreation is pleased to announce that Shane O'Reilly and Dan Scheuler will be running Spring and Summer Tennis at Mead Park. Lots of new programs for kids and adults!
Click HERE
for more information on youth programs and
HERE
for more information on adult programs.
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The Ben Young All-Sports Camp
June 24-28/July 8-12/July 15-19, 9:00 AM 12:00 PM
This camp is designed to get children (entering grades K-8) active in a positive environment where they can take part in fun sports and games. There are three separate one-week sessions with incredible high school and college counselors. Ben Young is a teacher at Saxe Middle School and coach of the Boys Varsity Tennis Team at NCHS. Please email
Ben Young
with
any questions.
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St. Luke's Sports Camp
June 17 through August 15
St. Luke's Sports Camp offers seven weeks of multisport camp for ages 4-14. Sports offered include, but are not limited to, soccer, lacrosse, baseball, softball, basketball, and tennis. Sessions begin in June and run through August. Full and half-day camps available. Campers will take advantage of St. Luke's state-of-the-art athletic facilities in a fun and safe environment
Click HERE
for more information and to register or contact camp director
Dan Clarke
.
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Collecting Gently Used Computers
Computers for Kids is collecting gently used computers to fix up and give to families in need. If you have an unused computer to donate, please bring it to the Saxe Lower Division Security Desk labeled with your name and address. If you know a child or family in need of a computer, please email
Patty Potts
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