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10/17 News from Eli Terry

Posted Date: 10/17/25 (4:23 PM)
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News from Eli Terry

October 17, 2025

Dear Eli Terry Families,
On Tuesday, October 21st, Eli Terry will join schools and communities across the country in celebrating Unity Day! This national event is all about coming together to promote kindness, acceptance, and inclusion, and to take a stand against bullying.
Unity Day reminds us that even small acts of kindness can make a big difference. By wearing orange, we show our collective commitment to creating a school where everyone feels safe, valued, and connected. It’s a visual reminder that when we stand together, we can make our community stronger and more supportive for every student.
We encourage all students and staff to wear orange on Tuesday and to take a moment to reflect on how we can each help make Eli Terry a place where everyone belongs. Together, we can spread kindness and celebrate the power of unity!
Mike & Kelley
Poster for Unity Day, encouraging people to wear orange to prevent bullying.
 
A Diwali greeting card with lit diyas and a message of joy.

Happy Diwali!

On Monday, we join many families in celebrating Diwali, also known as the Festival of Lights! Diwali is one of the most important celebrations in Hindu culture and is also observed by many people around the world.
The festival symbolizes the victory of light over darkness and good over evil, and it’s a time for families to come together, decorate their homes with lights and candles, share delicious food and sweets, and celebrate hope and new beginnings.
At Eli Terry, we honor and appreciate the rich diversity of our school community. Wishing a joyful and bright Happy Diwali to all who celebrate!
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Math Olympiad (MOEMS) Registration Closes on 10/20. Sign Up Now!

South Windsor Public Schools is excited to announce the return of the MOEMS Club for the 2025-2026 school year. This club is free of charge to all participants.  The purpose of this club is to provide monthly problem solving contests for students. It is open to 5th grade and 4th grade students.  MOEMS is an international organization that provides opportunities for students to engage with challenging math problems, wrestle with interesting puzzles and to develop problem-solving skills.  Additional information about MOEMS can be found at moems.org.   

This year we will be offering the MOEMS club for a total of 15 sessions from November 5th through March 11th.  

Registration closes on Monday, October 20th.

Colorful socks hang on a clothesline, promoting Socktober and sharing care.

Socktober Donations Needed!

Eli Terry and our 5th grade Student Ambassadors are collecting new socks and undergarments to support Rockville High School senior Tommy Glinski’s, Socktober drive. Our donation boxes are looking a little empty, and we’d love your help! Please consider sending in a donation—every pair makes a difference. Let’s show our Eli Terry spirit and support this great cause!
A colorful graphic encourages walking, biking, and rolling to school.

Bike, Walk & Roll to School was a Success!

We had A LOT of students and families enjoy a bike, walk or scooter ride to school on Wednesday morning. Thank you Mrs. Sullivan for organizing this fun event!
A group of diverse students stand together on a sidewalk, smiling at the camera.
A group of children walk down a sidewalk, some with backpacks.
A crossing guard holds a stop sign as children cross a street.
A young child wearing a helmet sits on a small bicycle, with a larger bike behind them.
Children on bikes with helmets prepare to cross a street, supervised by adults.

Walk, Bike & Roll to School Bookmark Contest

The CT Department of Transportation’s Safe Routes to School Program is running a Walk Bike and Roll to School Bookmark Contest.
 
Contest Info:
  • There are two eligible contestant categories: Grades K-2 and Grades 3-5
  • First, second, and third place winners will be selected for each category
  • The two first place (one from each category) designs will be printed into bookmarks and distributed at SRTS events
  • The bookmarks can be submitted online or via snail mail. See form for more details
  • The bookmark form and submission details can be found on our SRTS website
  • Entries are due October 29, 2025
  • For inspiration check out: Walk Bike to School, Safe Routes Partnership, and Vision Zero for Youth.
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Veterans Day Assembly Information

Eli Terry will be celebrating Veterans Day on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. It is a tradition at Eli Terry to invite Veterans and Active Military family members (or close friends) to join us for a special school assembly, where our students and staff will honor your service.
Veterans are invited to begin the morning in the cafeteria with coffee and pastries, where you’ll sign in with the principal before we process together into the assembly at 9:30 a.m.
Please plan to arrive in the cafeteria by 9:15 a.m.
If you or a family member is a Veteran and plans to attend our assembly on November 11th, please complete the form below.  If you have any questions, contact our music teacher, Susan Leach, at sleach@southwindsorschools.org.
Please complete the form by Tuesday, November 4th.

 
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Upcoming Events

Monday, October 20- No School- Diwali
Tuesday, October 21- Unity Day- Wear Orange!
Wednesday, October 22- Student Ambassador Meeting 7:45 AM
Early Release Wednesday; dismissal at 12:45 PM
Thursday, October 23- Grade 3 Field Trip (Bryan/Havens) 10:00 AM -1:00 PM
Friday, October 24- Grade 3 Field Trip (Adamson/Dzubin) 10:00 AM -1:00 PM
Pumpkin Palooza and Fall Fest 6:30-8:00 PM (6:15 -6:30 PM Sensory Friendly Entrance)
 

Pictures from the Week

Children in a classroom setting engage in various learning activities.
 

Quick Links

October Food Services Newsletter
Open House Presentations & FAQs
2025-26 SWPS District Calendar
Volunteer Registration
 

PTO

Pictures of books with a scholastic book fair

Scholastic Book Fair

A heartfelt thank you to all of the volunteers who helped with the Book Fair this week — your time and support made it a great success!
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ET Winter Spirit Wear is Here!

Stay warm and show your school pride with our brand-new winter spirit wear collection! Cozy hoodies, hats, and pajama pants available for the whole family! Perfect for chilly mornings, holiday gifts, and showing school pride all season long!
Promotional image for the Eli Terry Elementary online store, featuring apparel.

Pumpkin Palooza and Fall Fest!

We’re excited to host our 1st Pumpkin Palooza & Fall Fest on Friday, October 24, 2025! This is the very first event of its kind at ET, and we are beyond excited to bring our Costume Dance & Fall Fest to life for the kiddos! Join us in creating a fun and festive night for our students and families!  

We are still looking for volunteers to help with this event. Please use the link below to sign-up for a game, activity or passing out snacks.

A Halloween-themed poster for a 'Pumpkin Palooza' event with cartoon characters and pumpkins.

Mad Science/Art Ventures Session 2 Registration

Don't forget to sign up for Session 2 of Mad Science/Art-Ventures for Early Release Wednesdays. Session 2 starts 10/29!!


A colorful flyer advertises a Mad Science program for kids, with a rocket and science-themed graphics.
Poster advertising an art program for kids, featuring colorful artwork examples.

PTO Student Directory is Here!

The PTO is excited to share that the Student Directory for this school year is now available! Access to the directory is available to our school community through the link below. Thank you for helping build a strong and supportive school network!
We will reopen the directory again in January for any changes or additions. Please reach out to the PTO if you have any questions or need assistance accessing the directory at sweliterrypto@gmail.com. 

PTO Calendar of Events
 

Events in the Larger Community

Children's Book Night!
Mighty Mites Hiring Flier
SW Y&F - School Attendance