Dear Eli Terry Families,
What a fun and exciting Costume Day at Eli Terry! Our students had an amazing time showing off their creative costumes, and the excitement and smiles on their faces throughout the day were priceless! It was wonderful to see so much joy and laughter filling our school!
Wishing all of our Eli Terry families who celebrate Halloween a fun, safe, and spooktacular time! Whether you're trick-or-treating, dressing up in costumes, or enjoying time with family and friends, we hope your Halloween is filled with laughter, smiles, and plenty of sweet treats! Have a wonderful Halloween!
Mike & Kelley
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Today, we came together as a whole school for our Portrait of a Terrier Engaged Assembly! We celebrated the many ways our students have demonstrated what it means to be Engaged throughout the first two months of school. One student from each classroom was recognized with an Engaged Student Certificate for exemplifying this important attribute. We are so proud of all of our students for their curiosity, participation, and commitment to learning!
Our amazing 5th grade student ambassadors also helped us kick off our next Portrait of a Terrier attribute: Empowered! Over the coming months, we will focus on what it means to believe in ourselves, take responsibility for our actions and learning, and empower others to do the same.
We can't wait to see our students continue to grow and shine as empowered learners and leaders!
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Next week, we are excited to kick off our new Portrait of a Terrier attribute: Empowered! At Eli Terry, being empowered means believing in ourselves and taking responsibility for our learning and actions.
Our weekly focus is "I Believe in Myself!" We want all students to recognize their unique strengths, embrace challenges with a positive mindset, and understand that with effort and perseverance, they can learn, grow, and accomplish great things!
Our Terrier Challenges for Next Week:
- Grades K–3: Identify one thing you are proud of being able to do and remind yourself, "I can learn and grow!"
- Grades 4–5: Think about something that feels challenging and shift your thinking from "I can't do this" to "I believe I can figure this out with effort!"
Families, you can help reinforce this message at home! Ask your child, "What is something you are proud of learning?" or "What is something you want to get better at?" Celebrate their effort, growth, and willingness to try new things.
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As a reminder, there will be no school for students on Tuesday, November 3rd, as teachers and staff will be participating in a professional development day. |
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Student Ambassadors are collecting food donations to create holiday meal boxes and baskets. To ensure we have a balanced variety of items, each grade level is being asked to contribute specific non-perishable goods:
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Kindergarten: Stuffing mix & instant potatoes
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1st Grade: Soup/soup mix & pie crust/pie filling dessert mix
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2nd Grade: Gravy mix & canned fruit/fruit cocktail
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3rd Grade: Applesauce & canned vegetables
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4th Grade: Peanut butter & evaporated milk
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5th Grade: Jelly & bread mix
Collection Dates: Monday, October 26 – Friday, November 20
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Eli Terry Elementary School will hold our annual Veterans Day Assembly on Wednesday, November 11th, at 9:15 a.m. This special event is an opportunity for our school community to come together to honor and thank the brave men and women who have served our country. 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 Friday, November 6th.
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The SW Patriotic Commission is inviting any military parent or relative attending ET’s Veterans Day program to visit South Windsor High School afterward, if available, to share their military experiences with a high school classroom. Each classroom visit would last approximately 20 minutes or less.
Additionally, the SW Patriotic Commission supports the Home of the Brave CT military banner program, which honors South Windsor residents, past and present, who have served in the military, whether living or deceased.
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As a reminder, families MUST contact the school office before 2:00 PM with any changes to their child's dismissal plans. Our school office becomes extremely busy at the end of the day, and this deadline allows our office staff sufficient time to communicate changes to classroom teachers and ensure that students are dismissed safely and efficiently.
We appreciate your cooperation in following this important procedure as we work together to ensure a safe and organized dismissal for all students and staff. Thank you for your understanding and support!
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South Windsor Public Schools is now accepting applications for community peer role models in the preschool outreach program (POP) for the 2027-2028 school year. If you are interested in this opportunity for your child, please complete the Preschool Outreach Program (POP) Inquiry Form. Peer role model screenings will begin in January 2027. You can learn more about POP by accessing our school district's website. |
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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
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Monday, November 2- MOEMS (Grades 4 & 5) 7:30-8:25 AM; Imagi-Coding Club (Grades 4 & 5)7:30-8:25 AM; Crazy 8s Club (Grades 1 & 2) 3:30-4:30 PM
Tuesday, November 3- Election Day Staff Professional Development: No School for Students. GO VOTE!
Wednesday, November 4- Science Olympiad Club (Grades 2 & 3) 7:30-8:25 AM; Student Ambassador Meeting 7:45-8:25 AM; Early Dismissal, Dismissal at 12:45 PM
Thursday, November 5- Crazy 8s Club (Grades 3-5) 3:30-4:30 PM
Friday, November 6-
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Thank you to all of the families who signed up for the 2026-27 Student Directory. Please click on the link below to access the student directory:
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The PTO has partnered with BJ's for a fundraiser that goes until 11/30/2026. BJ's donates $10 directly back to the PTO for every new Club and new Club+ signup opened with your custom link or code.
BJ's Club Membership: New members join for just $10 (regularly $60) for 1 year with BJ's Easy Renewal.
BJ's Club+ Membership: New members join for $50 (regularly $120) for 1 year with BJ's Easy Renewal. This level earns 2% back in rewards, 5¢ off per gallon at BJ's Gas, includes free curbside pickup and two free same-day deliveries.
Existing Members: Current members can renew their Club Membership for $50 or their Club+ Membership for $100.
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