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3/6 News from Eli Terry

Posted Date: 03/06/26 (04:08 PM)
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March 6, 2026

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Dear Eli Terry Families,
Who else is tired of the snow and ready for spring weather? It feels like we’ve had more four-day school weeks than full five-day weeks this year! Winter has certainly been playing tricks on us. The good news is that early next week is looking beautiful, and hopefully the warmer weather will help melt all of this snow.
A quick reminder that Daylight Saving Time begins tomorrow night, so don’t forget to turn your clocks ahead one hour before going to bed.
Next week will be another short week for students, as there is no school on Tuesday due to a professional development day for teachers and staff.
As always, enjoy the weekend and hopefully we’ll see many of you at Bingo tonight at SWHS!
Mike & Kelley
 
A colorful tree graphic illustrates the interconnectedness of STEM fields: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.

Before & After School STEM Clubs Session 3 Registration

We are excited to offer Session 3 of our Before- and After-School STEM Clubs running the weeks of 3/23 through 5/18!
Registration is now open and will close on Monday, March 9th at 8:00 PM. Please use the following link to register your child- Session 3 Club Registration.
We look forward to another great session of hands-on learning and exploration! 
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Spring Picture Day is Coming Up!

Spring Picture Day will take place on March 12. Please click on the link below for more information on our Spring Picture Day and to pre- order your pictures.

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Upcoming 5th Grade Concert News

  • Gr 5 Families!! 5th Grade Concert!! March 16th 6:30 pm. 
  • ALL fifth grade students are participating in the annual March Concert featuring Orchestra, Band and the entire 5th grade Chorus.
  • Please check your ParentSquare messages for details. 
  • Contact Ms. Leach or Mrs. Kwiczor with any questions
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Important Information- Session 2 Before & After School Clubs

Due to the number of snow days and delayed openings this winter, we have adjusted the end dates for some of our before- and after-school clubs.
Please review the updated information carefully below:
  • Imagi-coding (grades 4 & 5)- Last meeting is next Wednesday, 3/11, at 7:30 AM
  • Science Olympiad (grades 2 & 3)- Last meeting is next Thursday, 3/12 at 7:30 AM
  • Crazy 8s (grades 1-2)- Last meeting is next Thursday, 3/12 at 7:30 AM.
  • Crazy 8s (grades 3-5) has ended. This club will NOT meet next Thursday after school.

Last Week of Full Day Wednesdays

This coming Wednesday, March 11, will be our last full-day Wednesday of the school year. Beginning the following week, on Wednesday, March 18, we will resume our early release Wednesday schedule, with dismissal at 12:45 PM.
Parent-Teacher Conferences will also begin on March 18. Please be sure you have signed up for a conference by checking your ParentSquare messages from your child’s teacher.
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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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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.

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

A collage of classroom activities featuring children engaged in crafts, building, and learning with adults.
 
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Upcoming Events

Monday, March 9-
Tuesday, March 10- No School- PD Day
Wednesday, March 11- Imagi-Coding (Grades 4 & 5) 7:30-8:25 AM
MOEMS 7:30-8:25 AM
Student Ambassadors Meeting 7:45-8:25 AM
Full Day Wednesday. Dismissal is at 3:20 PM
Thursday, March 12- Science Olympiad (Grades 2 & 3) 7:30-8:25 AM
Crazy 8s (Grades 1 & 2) 7:30-8:25 AM
Spring Picture Day (see flyer above)
Friday, March 13-
 

Quick Links

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

PTO

Poster for 'Skate Night at Ron-A-Roll' on March 14th, from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM.

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.

Terriers on the Town

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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