CO-PRESIDENTS' LETTER
Dear Parents,
A warm welcome back from Winter Break! Whether you were able to get away or had a staycation, we hope everyone is refreshed and happy to see their students back at school.
Since we have rounded the corner on the second half of the school year, the PTC is looking towards the future. In doing so, our Saxe PTC Nominating Committee is pleased to present the following 2021-2022 Executive Board Slate.
Nominated Slate for 2021-2022 Executive Board:
Co-President: Jenny Volanakis
Co-President: Elizabeth DeMuth
VP Communications: Laurie Barnes
Asst. VP Communications/Secretary: Jessica Knowles
Treasurer: Stacey Harmon
Assistant Treasurer: Analia McGuire
Co-VP Programs: Heather Boulanger
Co-VP Programs: Jen Hart
Co-VP Ways & Means: Julie Passios
Co-VP Ways & Means: Beth Rosen
Co-VP Hospitality: Jayne Benton
Co-VP Hospitality: Krystie Inman
The slate will be voted upon at our General PTC meeting in April. Our new board members are both strong leaders and uniquely qualified to fit each role. We truly appreciate them offering to share their time and talents with the PTC. Thank you to everyone involved in recruiting these wonderful new members for the proposed slate.
We’d also like to extend a thank you to Leah Kittredge and Neely Leslie for planning and organizing the Faculty and Staff Appreciation Luncheon on Wednesday, February 10! The teachers and staff enjoyed a delicious lunch from Simply Delicious—a great way to acknowledge and celebrate our wonderful Saxe community!
Finally, we cannot forget to thank the current Saxe PTC Board for all that they have done to go above and beyond their roles during this unusual year. In particular, we want to recognize our co-Treasurers, Laura Vellante and Stacey Harmon for all of the time and effort they have put in to handle this year’s ongoing grant process. Your hard work and dedication truly make a difference.
With gratitude,
Jenny Volanakis & Patty Zoccolillo
Saxe PTC Co-Presidents
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PRINCIPAL'S LETTER
Dear Saxe Parents,
As we progress into March, Spring is almost in the air as the days are getting longer and the weather is getting nicer. March is also special for us at Saxe Middle School because our national organizations, AMLE and NASSP, have designated the month of March as, “Middle Level Education Month”. We take pride in the role that we are able to play in the growth and development that our students make in the academic, physical, affective, and social domains during these critical middle school years. Our focus has been, and always will be, on a well-rounded education for the whole-child. Please feel free to check out more information and resources about “Middle Level Education Month” on the NASSP site. Thank you for your continued support and helping us provide the best education possible for your children.
Best,
Dave Gusitsch
Principal, Saxe Middle School
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NC Color Drop
March 31, Waveny Park
Live Streamed, time to be announced
In lieu of the annual NC Color Run, the New Canaan High School Scholarship Foundation has organized an exciting new fundraiser, the NC Color Drop! On Wednesday, March 31, a helicopter will release more than 1,000 golf balls over a target at Waveny. The golf balls will be numbered individually and the participant whose ball lands closest to the target will be the winner of the grand prize, a Peloton Tread. Other prizes include an amazing NC Gift Basket and Kidzone Electric Bumper Cars. 100% of proceeds will be donated to need-based college scholarships for NCHS graduates.
Click HERE for more information. Due to Covid, no spectators will be allowed. The event will be livestreamed for all residents to watch.
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Did You Hear?
On Monday, Feb 22, Saxe unveiled a special mural gifted by the 8th grade class of 2020 and the PTC to commemorate the perseverance of all our students over the past year. The mural was designed and painted by Mural Envy in Newtown, CT.
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PTC Grants
The PTC continues to fund special grant requests from our amazing teachers. We wanted to share a special thank you from 7th grade LA teacher, Teri Reed:
"Thank you again. The graphic novels the PTC graciously bought are such a hit
with my students. I find graphic novels can engage even my most reluctant readers
and it is a great 'backdoor' way of getting them to read!"
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Rams Spiritwear Sale
Attention rising 9th graders—stock up now! The NC Rams All-Sports Booster Club spring web store is open from now until March 12. All proceeds go directly to the Booster Club. Click HERE for the shop.
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Connecticut State Requirement for 6th Grade Students
Connecticut State Law requires ALL students to have a physical exam during sixth grade. The CT Health Assessment form needs to be on file in the nurse’s office by the last day of 6th grade. We accept physicals dated from June 1st 2020. Upon completion of the exam, please email the completed CT health assessment record to the lower division health office. You may contact your 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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Summer Camp at The New Canaan Nature Center
The New Canaan Nature Center is excited to introduce its Sustainable STEAM program this summer. Come and explore what you can do to help the environment thrive while building Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM) skills. All children will be meeting daily with NCNC Handwork Specialist to complete projects such as sewing, carving, knitting, felting, natural dying and much much more. They will offer engineering and land stewardship projects for the full day classes! Day Camp: June 1- Aug 13; ages 3-5 years (half day), ages 4-10 years (full day). Adventure Camp: June 21 - Aug 6; ages 11-13. Click HERE for more information.
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New Canaan CARES presents "Girl Talk: What Happens & How to Talk About It"
March 3 at 6:30 PM, Virtual
A straightforward presentation about the physical and emotional changes of puberty. The modertaor will help teach your daughter what to expect in the future. This is not a sex talk —it is a starting point for further discussions about your daughter’s changing body. Click HERE for more information and to register.
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New Canaan CARES presents "Finishing the School Year Strong"
March 4 at 7:00 PM
School can be a challenge, especially during a pandemic. High school parents and teens, join this informative workshop to get strategies for finishing the year strong! Leave with tools for self care, organization, stress management, and coping skills. Presented by Joyce Sixsmith, MA, LADC In partnership with RAM Council. Click HERE for more information and to register.
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New Canaan CARES Book Chat
March 11 at 11:00 AM
Jamie Beck, New Canaan Mom and bestselling author will discuss her book "For All She Knows." Jamie will talk about her most recent novel that tells the story of two mothers facing the consequences of an at home teen party with alcohol that goes horribly wrong. Click HERE for more information and to register.
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New Canaan CARES presents "Before the Ever After" Book Discussion
March 18 at 7:00 PM
This is a family discussion best suited for children/teens grades 4+ and their caregivers. In this online discussion, we will explore what a concussion is, how it affects family, friends, and how to move forward. We will be using Jacqueline Woodson's book to explore themes of family, friendship, support systems, and unconditional love. Presented by Katherine Snedaker, LCSW Founder and Executive Director of PINK Concussions. Click HERE for more information and to register.
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New Canaan CARES presents "Puberty? Yikes! What Happens to Boys and How to Talk About It"
March 23 at 6:30 PM
This workshop will help raise your awareness about your child's changing bodies, emotions, and hormones, as well as develop strategies for communicating in a consistent positive manner. Presented by Dr. Bill Flynn with New Canaan Pediatrics. Click HERE for more information and to register.
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New Canaan CARES and New Canaan Public Library present "Build Each Other Up" A Family and Community Workshop
March 24 at 5:00 PM
Join us on Zoom to create a family project together. Material pickup and instructions will be provided following registration. This is a whole- family workshop best suited for children ages 6+ and their caregivers. Click HERE for more information and to register.
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New Canaan CARES presents "Has Gaming Taken Over?"
March 31 at 7:00 PM
With 97% of youth playing videos, the risks of gaming addition is at an all time high. Fortunately, we can alleviate these risks by teaching youth the warning signs and what entices them to play video games. Dr. Elizabeth Ortiz-Schwartz from Silver Hill Hospital will speak to the physical and emotional effects of gaming on teens, the effects on teen’s academics, how much gaming is too much gaming, game selection, and much more. Click HERE for more information and to register.
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Need More Information? Have Questions? Click HERE for our newly improved Saxe PTC website.
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