Dear Saxe Families,
It’s May! And more importantly, it is the time of year when we recognize our outstanding faculty with a whole week of Appreciation. The PTC is working feverishly with Super Saxe Dad & Contractor, Rob Sabo, to unveil a surprise project that will truly show our love of our teachers and staff. A hint - it rhymes with Schmaculty Schlounge Schmakeover…
In other news, our current and beloved principal, Mr. Greg Macedo, is diligently tying up loose ends and is quietly working towards his well-deserved retirement. Mr. Macedo will ensure that the hand-over to our newly appointed principal, Mr. David Gusitsch, is seamless and fluid. Mr. Macedo will be recognized at our year-end General PTC meeting on Wednesday, May 16th as he concludes 25 years as Principal of Saxe Middle School (more details to come). It has been a great pleasure and an honor to work alongside, Mr. Macedo, whose insights, leadership and professionalism go unmatched.
Looking to the future, incoming principal, David Gusitsch, has already contacted us to express enthusiasm in assuming his new position over the summer. We look forward to introducing Mr. Gusitsch to the Saxe parent community, when the appropriate time comes. We know that our parents will warmly embrace our new principal at the start of next school year. Spoiler: you will NOT be disappointed - David’s energy is infectious!
With appreciation,
Kate Van Dussen & Susan Gelvin
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MAY EVENTS
1st: Incoming 6th Grade Parent Orientation
13th: Happy Mother's Day!
16th: Saxe PTC General Meeting
16th: 7/8 Grade Choir Concert
17th: 5/6 Grade Choir Concert
23rd: 5/6 Band Concert
28th: Memorial Day - NO SCHOOL
31st: Grades 5 - 8 Orchestra Concert
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Incoming Grade 6 Orientation
Tuesday, May 1st @ 7:00 PM at Saxe
Hear about the changes your child will experience as they move into 6th grade!
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Faculty and Staff Appreciation Week!
The week of May 7th - 11th
Let's show our appreciation for the wonderful Saxe faculty and staff! Please
click HERE
to sign up for a shift on one of the three days with appreciation week activities.
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Saxe PTC General Meeting
Wednesday, May 16th
9:30 - 10:45 AM
The Carriage Barn Arts Center at Waveny House
We are thrilled to have our May meeting at the Carriage Barn - such a beautiful place where we will thank our PTC volunteers! We will be surrounded by fascinating works of art in the Spectrum exhibit; Carriage Barn's Annual Contemporary Art Show runs from April 20th-May 24th. For more details about exhibits and programs at the Carriage Barn,
please click HERE.
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Red & Black Spirit Day: Scoopers Needed
Friday, May 25th
Volunteers still needed for grades 6 and 8 during lunchtime to scoop ice cream and hand out giveaways!
Click HERE
to sign up. The ice cream social will be set up by the playground, weather-permitting. If it rains, the event will be in the Saxe cafeteria.
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Saxe 4th to 5th Transition
"Friday Fun Night"
Friday, June 1st
5:00 - 7:30 P.M.
Our current 5th graders will serve pizza to 4th graders and provide a firsthand tour of their new school! The tour ends with fun on the playground, a D.J. and ice cream. Please encourage all 4th graders to take advantage of this opportunity to find out more about Saxe!
- Each 4th grade child will be assigned to a specific 45-minute time slot to attend. Assignments are based on the 4th graders' current class. All 4th graders must have a parent or caregiver with them.
- Stay tuned for volunteer opportunities for 5th graders to serve as tour guides, pizza helpers and more!
- Please enter in the front of the school. Parking will only be available in front or side of the school.
Questions? Contact one of the event chairs:
WE NEED PARENT VOLUNTEERS FOR THIS EVENT!
Please sign up for a spot to welcome our newest Saxe Students!
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8th Grade Promotion and Activities
Spring has sprung, dates are set, and we are thrilled to announce the upcoming 8th grade celebration events!
Thurs., June 7th:
Class Trip to Lake Compounce
Mon., June 18th:
Bagel Breakfast and yearbook distribution
Tues., June 19th:
Dinner Dance in Saxe Gym, 6:30 to 9:00 P.M.
Thurs., June 21st:
Final Promotion Rehearsal and Picnic
Fri., June 22nd:
8th Grade Promotion Ceremony, NCHS Gym, 9:45 A.M.
Please
click HERE
to volunteer to help with the many activities!
We need prizes for the various activities! Please
click HERE
to contribute to prize donations.
We look forward to a fun-filled June!
Erin Gaudreau and Pam Norton
Enthusiasm Co-Chairs for
PTC 8th Grade Promotion & Activities
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SBAC Testing in May
Keep an eye out for the schedule in an email directly from Saxe.
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Congratulations to Lisa Jarosik & Jean Caffrey!
Lisa Jarosik
was recently awarded the Connecticut Association of Schools Administrative Assistant of the Year award. She was chosen for her excellent leadership, commitment to staff and students, service to the community and a contribution to the overall school experience.
Jean Caffrey
was selected as the CAG Educator of the Year 2017-2018. She was nominated for her amazing service to the NCPS Challenge Program. Mrs. Caffrey will be honored at the CAG dinner in May.
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Spread the Word to Incoming 5th Graders!
Locker ladders, a middle school "survival essential," are currently for sale through the Saxe PTC website.
Click HERE
to purchase
for $25 each. All orders received by
May 25th
will be available for pickup at the Saxe 5th Grade Orientation Night on June 1st. Look for the Saxe spirit wear table for pick up.
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June Newsletter Deadline
The submission deadline for the
June 2018 newsletter is
Friday, May 25th
at 5:00 P.M. All content should be submitted via the PTC submission form.
Click HERE
to submit.
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Happy Mother's Day!
"A mother is not a person to lean on, but a person to make leaning unnecessary."
-Dorothy Canfield Fisher
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Memorial Day!
In honor of US military service members who died in the line of service,
New Canaan will host its annual Memorial Day parade on May 28th to march and to remember our veterans.
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COMMUNITY CLICKS
Teen Sleep Expert Forum
Thursday, May 3rd at 7:00 PM, NCHS Wagner Room
Should school start later for New Canaan's teens? Come to this presentation made by an expert panel led by Dr. Craig Canapari, Director of Yale Pediatric Sleep Center, to learn why most teens get inadequate sleep. No registration required.
Click HERE
to learn more about Start School Later New Canaan.
Marijuana - Just the Facts
Tuesday, May 8th from 7:00 - 8:30 PM, Saxe Auditorium
Listen to a panel discussion led by Dr. Kevin Hill, the leading clinical expert on marijuana and author of
Marijuana: The Unbiased Truth about the World's Most Popular Weed
. Dr. Hill's work
delivers an unbiased, comprehensive guide backed by scientific facts. Q & A session to follow the panel discussion. The event is being co-hosted by New Canaan Cares and New Canaan Parent Support Group.
Click HERE
for more information.
May Fair 2018 at Saint Mark's Episcopal Church
Friday, May 11th from 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM (Friday Night Lights)
Saturday, May 12th from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Come and enjoy the rides, games, food and ever famous White Elephant Sale!
Launch Into Summer with Summer Enrichment Ideas for Your Family!
Tuesday, May 15th from 9:30 - 10:30 AM, West School
Meg Domino, PhD will discuss how to create meaningful experiences for your elementary children and your entire family, while avoiding the chaos that often accompanies the hot days of summer.
Click HERE
to register online free of charge.
Fresh Air Fund Hosts Wanted!
Tuesday, May 15th, timing TBD
Give the gift of a summer vacation to a city child this summer. The
Fresh Air Fund
seeks host families who are willing to open their homes to give NYC children from low-income communities an unforgettable summer experience. Please contact Lisa Hill, NC Fresh Air Fund Chairperson, at 203-594-9472 or lhill10514@gmail.com for information.
Pura Vida Food Packing Weekend: 1,000 Volunteers Needed
May 19th - 20th at New Canaan High School
Summer Debate Camp at Fairfield University
The Summer Debate Camp helps students build communication and critical thinking skills, which lead to better academic performance. This camp runs from July 14 - 26.
Click HERE
to register or contact Mackenzie Leveque at 800-450-5012 x 1 or studentservices@capitoldebate.com for information.
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STAY CONNECTED & BE SOCIAL with the SAXE PTC!
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