CO-PRESIDENTS' LETTER
Dear Saxe Families,
Happy October! As temperatures outside begin to cool, our annual
CELEBRATE SAXE
campaign is starting to heat up. Launched on Friday with great fanfare,
CELEBRATE SAXE
is the PTC’s annual fundraiser and the only time we’ll ask for a monetary donation. Here are several ways your family’s contribution can make a difference:
- Your gift supports PTC programs and faculty grants that are not covered by the district budget.
- All grants go through an extensive vetting process, starting with approvals from curriculum/department heads and the administration. Grants are then voted on by the PTC Executive Board, and applied during this school year.
- Last year, CELEBRATE SAXE funds purchased 315 Chromebooks for 5th and 6th grade classrooms, thus achieving a 1:1 device to student ratio in humanities for grades 5-8.
- CELEBRATE SAXE funds also support 21st century STEM curriculum enhancements and help outfit our state-of-the-art STEAM Lab (Science/Tech/Engineering/Art/Math).
- PTC donations fund numerous social events during the year, such as the 5th grade Fun Run and 8th grade graduation celebrations, as well as visual and performing arts assemblies and parent education series.
The
CELEBRATE SAXE
campaign runs until October 12 and every gift counts. Our goal is to raise $100,000, with 100% parent participation, so help us make that happen! Your child’s academic experience, both inside and outside the classroom, will be immeasurably enriched.
With gratitude,
Susan Gelvin and Geri Mohr, Saxe PTC Co-Presidents
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PRINCIPAL'S LETTER
Dear Saxe Parents,
It has been an amazing start to the 2018-19 school year. Saxe Middle School is truly a special place and I feel honored to be part of this wonderful community. I have enjoyed getting to know your children and meeting many of you along the way. The upcoming Open Houses will provide another opportunity to do this as well.
As we continue into the school year, one of the most important PTC events of the year is upon us.
CELEBRATE SAXE
is a tremendous collaborative effort that has traditionally supported resources and experiences that allow our teachers to dream a little and provide opportunities for your children that may not be otherwise possible.
We look forward to sharing some past success stories that
CELEBRATE SAXE
has made possible and genuinely appreciate any and all participation in this meaningful fundraiser. Thank you to all who are involved and committed to making Saxe Middle School continue to be the best we can be.
Sincerely,
Dave Gusitsch
Principal, Saxe Middle School
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OUR GOAL IS 100% FAMILY PARTICIPATION
Many thanks to those who have given so far to the school's one major fundraiser! We hold this event in the Fall so the funds can be put to good use as soon as possible during the school year. Every dollar helps!
Please bring your checkbook or credit card to your child's Open House this coming week if you would like to give then, or
click HERE
to donate now.
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PERFORMANCE BY WORLD-RENOWNED MUSICIAN
Oct 5, Saxe Auditorium
On Friday, October 5, Andrew Armstrong, a world-renowned musician, will perform for Saxe students at a special assembly during the school day. Andrew, a NCPS graduate, brings to the stage years of professional experience as a pianist.
Click HERE
to learn more about Andrew.
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Mon, Oct 1
- Grade 5
Tues, Oct 2
- Grade 6
Wed, Oct 3
- Grade 7
Thurs, Oct 4
- Grade 8
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Wed, Oct 3
5/6th Grades
Thurs, Oct 4
7/8th Grades
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Thurs, Oct 18
Parent Presentation on Emotional Intelligence
with Dr. Marc Brackett
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Student Photo Days
Oct 3 and 4
Saxe Photo Days are October 3 for grades 5/6 and October 4 for Grades 7/ 8. Order forms were sent home this week with students. Please send completed forms in with students on Picture Day or
click HERE
to order online using Picture Day ID: EJ118028Q0. Parents interested in volunteering, especially for any of the 7th grade teams on Thursday, please email
Mary Blanc
or
Jayne Benton
.
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Ready...Get Set... Go to the 5th Grade Fun Run!
Oct 4, Saxe Fields
Our 5th graders are ready to have some extra outdoor fun and to bond with their fellow classmates in this popular team-building event. Please be sure your child wears sneakers and the grey Fun Run t-shirt that will be distributed by their homeroom teachers.
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Emotional Intelligence Talk
Oct 18, 7:00 pm, Saxe Auditorium
A message from Dr. Bryan Luizzi, NCPS Superintendent
NCPS is excited to announce that Dr. Marc Brackett, director of the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence, will return to New Canaan to speak to our parents and teachers this fall! We realize how important the Emotional Intelligence Initiative is for all ages, and that it is imperative to include our parent community in this work from the very start. Dr. Brackett has been an excellent partner with our district and will share some of the Emotional Intelligence skills that students will learn and apply both in school and at home.
The field of Emotional Intelligence has evolved since Dr. Brackett's last visit, and he will present new, relevant material for parents at all levels. The parent presentation will be held on
Thursday, October 18 at 7:00 pm in the Saxe Auditorium. Dr. Brackett will also speak to faculty at 4:00 pm the same day.
NCPS is grateful for your generous support of this important annual parent event! As a community, we continue to learn and grow together to support our students. I feel incredibly fortunate to have such committed and supportive parent associations working together towards the same goals.
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"The Addams Family" Musical at NCHS
Oct 26, 7:00 pm; Oct 27, 2:00 pm and 7:00 pm, NCHS
NCHS presents its freshman/sophomore musical, "The Addams Family." Come see this original comedy on October 26 at 7:00 pm or October 27 at 2:00 pm and 7:00
pm.
Click HERE
for more information or to buy tickets.
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Saxe Book Fair
Nov 13 - 15, 7:30 am - 3:30 pm, Saxe Auxiliary Gym
Shop and volunteer at the Saxe Book Fair on November 13-15 from 7:30 am to 3:30 pm in the Saxe Auxiliary Gym. To volunteer
click HERE
and scroll down the list. Consider as many shifts as you'd like! The Book Fair is a fun event that also supports our school. Thank you for volunteering your time. Please contact
Debbie Raymond
with any questions.
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Thank You to Our Volunteers!
- To Christen Garcia and Allison Mazabras for serving as our 5th Grade Parent Coordinators
- To Kate Licata and Corrin Doherty for providing refreshments and treats for the 5th Grade Parent Coffee
- To Kristen Hibbert for opening up her home to our new to Saxe families
- To Jen Russey and Melissa Baker for organizing an amazing Welcome Back Coffee
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Saxe Spirit Wear
Locker Ladders, the new "must have" Saxe magnets, and other spirit wear will be available to purchase at the upcoming Open Houses. Any merchandise remaining after these events will be for sale on the PTC website. Please contact
Emily Cannon
or
Jenn Fittipaldi
with any questions.
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Middle School Night at the YMCA
On Saturday, October 6 from 7:00-9:30 pm, the New Canaan YMCA will be open
only
to middle school students for a night of fun activities. Kids can play flag football and basketball, plus spinning, swimming and more.
Click Here
for more information. There will another Middle School Night on Saturday, October 27 featuring laser tag!
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Travel Basketball Tryouts for Middle School Boys
New Canaan Travel Basketball tryouts for 5th-8th grade boys will take place the week of October 8.
Click HERE
for more information and registration details.
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New Canaan CARES About the Adolescent Brain
Parents and caregivers of all ages are invited to "Riding the Rollercoaster of the Adolescent Brain" with Dr. Ruth Potee on October 9 at 7:00 pm in NCHS's Wagner Room. In partnership with the New Canaan Parent Support Group. For more details
click HERE
.
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New Canaan Nature Center's Fall Fair
Join the New Canaan Nature Center on October 12 and 13 for two days of traditional family fun at its annual
Fall Fair
!
Click HERE
for more details.
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Fall Squash Clinics for Saxe Students
Registration for fall squash clinics is now open. To learn more about the program, come to the Saxe Squash Information Session at the NCHS Wagner Room on Wednesday, October 15 at 7:00 pm.
Click HERE
for more info or to register.
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LiveGirlTalk Program
This ten-week program seeks to build girls' social emotional intelligence and self-esteem. LiveGirlTalk will meet at Saxe on Tuesdays from 2:55-4:10 (5/6th graders) and Wednesdays from 2:10-3:30 (7/8th graders), and at the New Canaan Library on Thursdays from 4:45-6:00 (6th-8th graders).
Click
HERE
for more information.
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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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NCLA Fall Lacrosse Clinics
New Canaan Lacrosse Association Fall Ball Clinics are open for registration. Girls' clinics are grades K-8 and boys' clinics are K-4.
Click
HERE
for details and to register.
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Fall Youth Programs at the Y
Discover the Youth Recreation programs this fall at the YMCA: archery, cooking club, babysitting classes, and an adventure cub! Also be on the lookout for monthly Middle School Nights. Contact
George Bennett
with any questions (203-920-1634).
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All Girls Flag Football League
Calling all 5th and 6th grade girls interested in playing flag football! If you would like to participate in an ALL-GIRLS flag football league this spring, please contact
Craig Hunt
or
Mariella Montoni Scofield
. There will be one practice per week and a game on Saturdays.
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