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2/12 News from Eli Terry

Posted Date: 02/12/26 (04:30 PM)
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February 12, 2026

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Dear Eli Terry Families,
We are proud to share that Eli Terry’s overall attendance rate is 95.9%. Thank you for your continued commitment to making school attendance a priority!
In January, our chronic absenteeism rate was 8.17% (37 students), a significant improvement from 10.75% in December. This means more of our students are consistently in school and engaged in learning each day.
Regular attendance is critical for academic growth, building friendships, and maintaining routines. Even a few missed days can add up quickly over the course of a school year.
Thank you for partnering with us to ensure students are present, on time, and ready to learn. Your support truly makes a difference!
As a reminder, there is no school tomorrow, Friday, February 13 and Monday, February 16 in observance of Presidents Day. We look forward to welcoming your children back to school on Tuesday, February 17th.
Mike & Kelley
 
Colorful text reads '100th DAY OF SCHOOL' with decorative accents.

Monday was our 100th Day of School

Please take a look at the slideshow that our math team put together of our 100th day celebration! 100 days smarter!!!

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26-27 Peer Role Model Application for Preschool Outreach Program (POP)

South Windsor Public Schools is now accepting applications for community peer role models in the preschool outreach program (POP) for the 2026-2027 school year. If you are interested in this opportunity for your child, please complete the Preschool Outreach Program (POP) Community Role Model Application. Peer role model screenings will begin in January 2026. You can learn more about POP by accessing our school district's website.
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The Eugene Policelli Service Award

Do you know someone who deserves an award for their volunteer service?
The South Windsor Board of Education invites residents, or employees of a South Windsor business or organization to nominate someone who has volunteered their time for the betterment of the South Windsor community.

The Eugene Policelli Service Awards were established by the Board of Education to recognize and honor Dr. Eugene Policelli’s service to the town of South Windsor.

More about the award can be found here, as well as within this letter of designation from the South Windsor Board of Education's Chairwoman Coursey.  

To make a nomination, please complete this Google Form, and the award selection committee will then reach out to the nominee to inform them of the nomination, explain the award program, ask the nominee if they would like to formally apply for the award (and provide them with the application).  
The nomination deadline is February 22, 2026. 
 
Please reach out to Benjamin Wry, South Windsor High School's School Counseling Curriculum Specialist, at 860-648-5003 or bwry@southwindsorschools.org, with any questions or concerns. Thank you!

Come to ET's Family Math Night: February 26th

Poster for Eli Terry Family Math Night, a Winter Olympics Edition event on February 26th.
Chalkboard art with the words 'STATE TESTING' and a red apple with a green leaf.

Grades 3-5: Spring State Assessments

This spring, students will participate in state assessments as part of our annual testing cycle. Our teachers work diligently throughout the year to prepare students for success, and the results help inform our instructional practices to best support student learning.
Please see the link below for a letter from our Assistant Superintendent, Tracie Peterson. More information will be shared as we approach the testing window.

Senator Murphy's Martin Luther King Jr. Essay Contest 2026

The Senator’s 2026 Martin Luther King Jr. Essay Contest is open Monday, January 20th to Monday, February 23rd. Important contest information can be on the Senator’s website here: https://www.murphy.senate.gov/services/mlk-essay-contest.

Senator Murphy is continuing the tradition of asking elementary, middle, and high schools from across Connecticut to honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. by submitting essays that reflect on Dr. King’s dream, their own aspirations, and what Dr. King means to them.

If you have any questions, please get in touch with us at 860-549-8463 or email us at MLK_Essay@murphy.senate.gov.

Should I Keep My Child Home or Send Them To School?

A chart titled 'Should I keep my child home or send them to school?' with two columns: 'Stay Home' and 'Come To School'.

Pictures from the Week

Children in a classroom celebrate "100 Days of School" with festive hats and activities.
 
Example calendar with dates pinned

Upcoming Events

Monday, February 16- No School- Presidents Day
Tuesday, February 17- Imagi-Coding (Grades 4 & 5) 7:30-8:25 AM
Wednesday, February 18- MOEMS 7:30-8:25 AM
Student Ambassador Meeting 7:45-8:25
Full Day Wednesday. Dismissal is at 3:20 PM
Thursday, February 19- Science Olympiad (Grades 2 & 3) 7:30-8:25 AM
Crazy 8s (Grades 1 & 2) 7:30-8:25 AM
Crazy 8s (Grades 3-5) 3:30-4:30 PM
Friday, February 20- Imagi- Coding Make-Up Session (Grades 4 & 5) 7:30-8:25 AM
Bingo Night at SWHS. Doors open at 6:15, first game at 6:30.
 

Quick Links

2026-27 SWPS District Calendar
2025-26 SWPS District Calendar
February Food Service Newsletter
Open House Presentations & FAQs
Volunteer Registration
ET "Favorite Things"
 

PTO

5th Grade Spirit Wear Fundraiser

Our fifth graders are hosting a fundraiser to help cover the cost of end-of-year activities.
As part of this fundraiser, students will be selling school spirit wear. This is an easy way to show school pride while supporting our fifth graders! Click on the here or use the OR code below
A flyer displays Eli Terry Spiritwear for sale, featuring apparel like beanies, blankets, sweatshirts, t-shirts, shorts, and caps.

Mad Science Session 3 Registration is Open

Please click on the link to register your child:
Mad Science 'Secret Agent Lab' program flyer for Win-Spr 26, detailing various spy-themed science activities.
Scholastic Book Fair banner with bold white text on a blue background.

Scholastic Book Fair

The Scholastic Book Fair returns on February 23! We still have some volunteer opportunities, including setup after school on February 20 and Family Night on February 26. If you have any time available during our fair week, please sign up here:
The eWallet system is now available if you are interested in a cash-free option for your student's shopping trip: 

Stay tuned to ParentSquare after break for more book fair info. Thank you for supporting our fairs throughout the year!  

The PTO is Purchasing Fun Run T-Shirts!

The PTO is excited to share that they will be purchasing Fun Run t-shirts for all students in grades K–4. In coordination with Elaine Sullivan, each grade will have a different shirt color, and these same colored t-shirts may be used again for Field Day. Double win!
If you have more than one child enrolled at Eli Terry, please complete a separate form for each child. Please complete this form before Friday, February 20th.
Five t-shirts in different colors (red, yellow, orange, green, blue) display the text 'Eli Terry Fun Run' and '2026' with a graphic of a running dog.

Terriers on the Town

A graphic lists upcoming fundraising events for 'Terriers on the town!' with dates and locations.
PTO Calendar of Events
 

Events in the Larger Community

Screenagers
Peace at Home Parenting Solution
Family Fun Fair
SWOG Raffle Flier
SW Soccer Club Registration
SW Y&F - School Attendance