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10/24 News from Eli Terry

Posted Date: 10/24/25 (4:31 PM)
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News from Eli Terry

October 24, 2025

Dear Eli Terry Families,
We had a great week of learning at Eli Terry! This weekend looks like perfect fall weather to enjoy picking up leaves and a little football.
Next week, we’re back to five full days of fun and learning at ET — we can’t wait!
We’re also looking forward to seeing everyone tonight at the PTO’s Pumpkin Palooza!
Mike & Kelley
 
A colorful rangoli design is illuminated by small candles, creating a warm glow.

Diwali Celebrations

It is incredibly meaningful for our students to learn about the different holidays and traditions celebrated within our school community. These opportunities help our students build understanding, appreciation, and respect for the diverse cultures that make Eli Terry such a special place.
A heartfelt thank you to the parents who visited our classrooms to share about Diwali — the Festival of Lights. Your time, stories, and activities helped bring this beautiful celebration to life for our students and deepened their understanding of how people around the world honor light, joy, and togetherness.
A woman and a young girl smile, posing in front of a screen with fireworks art.
A group of children hold up colorful paper lanterns in a classroom setting.
A woman and a young girl stand in front of a projector screen displaying family photos.
A group of diverse students and two teachers pose for a photo in a classroom.
A teacher reads to a group of children seated on a colorful classroom rug.
A teacher assists two children with a craft project at a classroom table.
A group of children and a teacher pose with decorated paper plates in a classroom.

Unity Day Celebration

On Tuesday, October 21st, Eli Terry School proudly celebrated Unity Day, a national event dedicated to standing together against bullying and promoting kindness, inclusion, and unity. The entire school community—students, teachers, and staff—joined in by wearing orange, the official color of Unity Day, symbolizing hope and support for a world where everyone feels valued and accepted.
Students gather in a school gymnasium for an assembly, many wearing orange.
A large group of students and adults sit on the floor in a school gymnasium.
A large group of children and adults sit on the floor in a school gymnasium.
A large group of students and adults gather in a school gymnasium.
Children perform a play on a stage, holding props like trees and bushes.
Colorful socks hang on a clothesline, promoting Socktober and sharing care.

Socktober Donations Needed!

A huge thank you to everyone who has donated so far to our Socktober drive! Thanks to your generosity and kindness, we’ve collected over 800 pairs of socks to help those in need. Your support truly makes a difference! Every single pair will bring warmth and comfort to someone this season. Let’s keep the momentum going and see how high we can go! We would love to get to over a 1,000!

A Message from the Student Ambassadors!

To celebrate Socktober and all the amazing donations we’ve received so far, over 800 pairs of socks, the Student Ambassadors are hosting a Crazy Sock Day!
Date: Thursday, October 30th
What to Do: Wear your craziest, silliest, most colorful socks!

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.

Children in a dance class jump with arms outstretched, practicing a routine.

SWHS Senior Capstone Project: Dance Class

Get ready to move and have fun! Nicole Makos, a senior at South Windsor High School, will be teaching an after-school dance class for 4th and 5th graders on Friday, November 14th and 21st.

The class will end at 5:30 PM, and families will need to pick students up at that time.

If you’d like to join the fun, use the QR code below to register!
Flyer for after-school dance classes for 4th and 5th graders. No experience needed.
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SWPS Before & After School Clubs Start Next Week

We’re excited to kick off Session 1 of our Before and After School Clubs! Please refer to the Upcoming Events section below for the club schedule.
A reminder that these clubs are only for students who have been officially registered by their families.
 
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Upcoming Events

Monday, October 27-
Tuesday, October 28-
Imagi Coding (Grades 4 & 5) 7:30-8:25 - Library Media Center
Wednesday, October 29-
Early Release Wednesday; dismissal at 12:45 PM
Thursday, October 30-
Science Olympiad (Grades 2 & 3) 7:30-8:25 - Library Media Center
Crazy 8s (Grades 1 & 2) 7:30-8:25 - STEM Room
Crazy 8s (Grades 3-5) 3:30-4:30 - Library Media Center
Friday, October 31- Halloween
 

Pictures from the Week

K students on a field trip at a farm
 

Quick Links

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

PTO

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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!
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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

Medication Disposal Day 2025
Children's Book Night!
Mighty Mites Hiring Flier
SW Y&F - School Attendance