CO-PRESIDENTS' LETTER
Dear Saxe Parents,
What can we say? 2020 has certainly proven to be an unusual and challenging year. Despite all of the cancellations and disappointments, we are beyond impressed by how the entire Saxe community has come together during such a difficult time. It has caused all of us to appreciate the little things (even those dreaded carpools to and from activities) and focus on what is truly most important- each other. We are so lucky to be part of such a fantastic school and cannot wait to get back together in about a month! While it is true that we will likely still face some challenges in the future we will conquer them together! Great things are definitely ahead this year.
Currently, the Saxe faculty, staff and the PTC are working hard to ensure that the first week of school goes off safely and without a hitch. Below, please find several important dates and back-to-school events to add to your calendar, as well as a message from our principal, David Gusitsch. In addition the New Canaan School District has developed the
Charting Our Course Website
to keep you informed about COVID, New Canaan’s “return to school” planning and other important information. Please take the time to visit this site as it may answer many of your questions.
Want to check something off your back-to-school “to do” list? Join the PTC now! See the message from our Membership chairs below. In addition to receiving access to our
new
online directory, your membership dollars will help the PTC (through our dedicated and amazing volunteers!) support your children and the faculty at Saxe with both enriching programming and fun events throughout the year.
Enjoy the last few weeks of summer with your families. First Day of School—here we
come
!
Jenny Volanakis & Patty Zoccolillo
Saxe PTC Co-Presidents
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PRINCIPAL'S LETTER
Dear Saxe Parents,
I hope that your summer has gone well and you have had an opportunity to relax, spend time with those that you love, and “recharge your batteries” as much as possible under the unique circumstances that we are all living in. The summer at Saxe has kept us busy planning for multiple scenarios for the upcoming school year. Hopefully you had a chance to check out the Saxe parent and guardian townhall meeting or have stayed in touch by accessing the
NCPS Charting Our Course
website. In addition to important dates, it also provides resources and information related to student, staff, and family emotional, mental, and physical health during the course of the pandemic, and communications from the district since February.
Regardless of the format that we open the year in, we have maintained our focus on safety, meeting the needs of all of our learners, and caring for everyone in our entire learning community. We feel confident that our work now will have us prepared, eager, and excited to welcome everyone back to begin the 2020-21 school year! In the meantime, enjoy the latter portion of summer and we look forward to seeing you all soon!
Dave Gusitsch
Principal, Saxe Middle School
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Meet Your Teacher!
Grade 5
Wed, Aug 26
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First Day of School
Mon, Aug 31
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Labor Day (No School)
Mon, Sept 7
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5th Grade Virtual Parent Orientation
Thurs, Sept 10 from 9:00-10:00 AM
Don't miss this great opportunity to hear about how the first few weeks of school went for our new 5th graders! Dr. Clapp, the 5th Grade Principal, will host a virtual orientation for 5th grade parents. This virtual orientation is in lieu of an in-person coffee at Saxe. 5th Grade parents will have an opportunity to convene by class at a later date, more information to follow. Stay tuned for login details for this virtual event!
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New to NCPS Parent Coffee
Fri, Sept 11 at 9:30 AM (Location TBD)
If you recently moved to New Canaan or are new to the New Canaan Public School System, please mark your calendars for a Welcome Coffee hosted by the New to Saxe Committee. Come meet new friends and find out more about the Saxe Community. Please RSVP to
Danielle Sieckhaus
or
Jaime Fitzpatrick
.
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Saxe PTC Welcome Back Coffee
Tues, Sept 15 from 9:30-11:00 AM, Waveny House
Please join us for the Saxe PTC Welcome Back Coffee which will be held on the Waveny House's outside patio. This is a great opportunity to hear from David Gusitsch, Saxe Middle School Principal, and other Saxe Administrators as well as our Superintendent, Dr. Bryan Luizzi, about the upcoming school year. Saxe PTC Membership, spirit wear, and volunteer signup opportunities will be done virtually this year. More information to follow.
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5th Grade Room Parents Needed
We need two parent volunteers for each 5th grade homeroom. The final list of Room Parents will be communicated in mid-to-late September. If more than two parents volunteer for the same homeroom, names will be chosen randomly. If you are interested, please contact
Christen Garcia
or
Diane Ruggieri
. Please include your name and email address.
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JOIN THE PTC!
Membership has its
PRIVILEGES
...
The Saxe PTC is a network of volunteers dedicated to working together with the faculty, staff and students at Saxe. Our goal is to make the middle school experience rewarding for all, by supporting events, online initiatives, and fundraising efforts for Saxe. We would love to have you join us.
By becoming a member of Saxe PTC, you will receive access to our
new
online school directory. Dues are $30. Click
HERE
to join now!
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Spirit Wear Store
The PTC will soon be introducing new Saxe Spirit Wear items—like these cool camo tees with the Hawks name on them. There will also be new ombre shorts, flannel pants and much more. Check your inbox for the chance to purchase fun new Saxe gear at the end of the month!
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Summer Reading Reminder!
Don’t forget to have your kids exercise their minds this summer by reading. Summer reading assignments should be finished before school starts. Click
HERE
for summer reading assignments by grade.
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School Supplies
Due to differing supplies required by the teacher teams, the Saxe PTC does not organize grade-level school supply packs. You will receive a note in August from your child’s teacher regarding a school supply list.
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