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9/18 News from Eli Terry

Posted Date: 09/18/26 (03:55 PM)


September 18, 2026

Dear Eli Terry Families,
Thank you to all of our families who joined us for our Open House last night! It was wonderful to see how excited our students were to welcome you into their classrooms, show you around the school, and share some of their learning with you.
Your partnership is an essential part of your child’s success, and we are grateful to have such an engaged and supportive Eli Terry community.
As a reminder, you can revisit our Open House presentations and resources throughout the school year. They will be included in the Quick Links section of our weekly newsletter and are also available on the Eli Terry website.
Thank you for making Open House such a special evening for our Terriers!
Mike & Kelley
 

Yom Kippur: No School on Monday

A reminder that there will be no school on Monday, September 21, in observance of Yom Kippur. We look forward to welcoming our students back to school on Tuesday!
A black Scottish Terrier wearing a green shirt with 'ELI TERRY' on it sits in the center of a Venn diagram.

Portrait of a Terrier: Being Engaged!

Next week, we will continue our Portrait of a Terrier focus on being Engaged. After exploring curiosity last week, our focus will shift to active participation. Engaged  students don’t just sit back—they listen closely, share their ideas, ask and answer questions, and actively participate in their learning.
Throughout the week, all of our students will be encouraged to share their thinking, contribute to classroom and small-group discussions, listen carefully to others, and build on their classmates’ ideas. These everyday actions help our students become active, confident participants in their learning!

Working Towards Our School Goal!

A colorful school fundraiser poster for Terrier Tickets, showing a goal of 10,000 and 1,793 collected.
Infographic detailing when to stay home from school due to illness, with icons for fever, vomiting, diarrhea, rash, head lice, eye infection, and hospital visits.

CHET Dream Big! Scholarship Opportunity

Connecticut students in grades K–12 are invited to enter the CHET Dream Big! Competition for a chance to win up to $20,000 toward their future education!
Students can share their dreams or ideas for helping their community through a drawing or painting, essay, or video. More than 250 students across Connecticut will receive awards ranging from $500 to $20,000.
Deadline: November 6 at 11:59 p.m.
Cost: Free to enter
Learn more and enter: www.chetdreambig.com
 
Example calendar with dates pinned

Upcoming Events

Monday, September 21- No School: Yom Kippur 
Tuesday, September 22- Terrier Tuesday: Show your school pride!
Wednesday, September 23- Early Dismissal, Dismissal at 12:45 PM
Thursday, September 24- 
Friday, September 25- 
 

Quick Links

2026-27 SWPS District Calendar
2026 Open House Presentations
Peace at Home Parent Newsletter
Food Service - September
Volunteer Registration
ET "Favorite Things"
 

PTO

A cartoon black dog with a green collar rides a red skateboard past blue school lockers.

Virtual Paint Night Registration

Join us on Tuesday, October 13, from 6:30–7:30 p.m. for our PTO Virtual Paint Night! This event is free for families, but advance registration is required. Space is limited, so be sure to reserve your spot!
Please click the following link to register: Virtual Paint Night Registration

The Book Fair is Coming

October 5th-9th will be our first Book Fair of the Year!
Create your child's book fair eWallet so they can shop cash-free, worry-free, and independently!  It's easy to set up and easy for others to contribute funds.  Click here: Book Fair eWallet

Terriers on the Town

A fundraising flyer for Eli Terry Elementary School PTO at Panera with a sandwich, soup, and chips image at the top.
A Halloween Save the Date flyer for the Eli Terry PTO Boo Bash, featuring a black dog, a carved pumpkin, and a lit car trunk.
Join our Eli Terry PTO Facebook Page with a QR code and Facebook logo.

Click the following link to join the Eli Terry PTO Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1HRojEnXdL/

2026-27 PTO Student/Family Directory

The Eli Terry PTO is putting together our 2026–2027 Student/Family Directory! Families who would like to have their contact information included in the directory are invited to complete the Google Form linked below.
Participation in the directory is completely optional, and only information submitted through the form will be included.
Please complete the PTO Student Directory Google Form by Friday, October 2.
The directory is a great way for Eli Terry families to stay connected throughout the school year!

Eli Terry Spirit Wear

Promotional graphic for Eli Terry Elementary online store update, featuring gray hoodies, green plaid pajama pants, beanies, and a QR code to scan and shop.
A colorful array of children's books stands upright against a white background.

Bookfair Volunteers

Our Book Fair is right around the corner, and we need your help to make it a success! We are looking for volunteers to assist with setting up, helping students find and select books and running the register. If you are available to lend a hand, please sign up using the link below. 

Thank you for helping foster a love of reading in our students! 

Eli Terry Elementary Fall PTO Events calendar from August to December with illustrations.
 

Events in the Larger Community

Heritage Day
Girl Scout Recruitment
Fall Lacrosse Registration