We wish you an enjoyabe Memorial Day weekend as we honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.
Unified Theater production on Thursday, May 23rd at 6:30 PM at the High School auditorium.
This week we will be celebrating teacher/ staff appreciation here at the schools. We are continously grateful for our amazing staff and all their hard work and dedication in caring for our students. We know they always go above and beyond to respond to a child's needs academically and emotionally.
SBA Testing:
The SBA is underway! This week we completed the ELA CAT (Computer Adaptive Test). Next week is the Math CAT along with the Math Performance Task. Students in Grade 8 will also be taking the Next Generation Standards Science Assessment on 5/15 & 5/16.
Wednesday, May 8th, NFHS DECA Fashion Show -New Fairfield High School - 6:30pm
Data Day, May 24th, Early Dismissal and Monday, May 27th is Memorial Day - No School.
April 1–5, 2024
National Assistant Principals Week, April 1–5, 2024, is a celebration of the unsung heroes in our education system. Thank you all!
PARAPROFESSIONAL APPRECIATION DAY!
Last week we celebrated Paraprofessional Appreciation Day! We are SO FORTUNATE to have such incredibly dedicated paraprofessionals. They work so hard and care for our students most responsively and compassionately.
April 15th - 19th - SPRING VACATION - NO SCHOOL- Enjoy!
Middle Scool SPRING CONFERENCES (ZOOM)
Spring Parent-Teacher Conferences this year are scheduled as follows:
Tuesday, March 26: Afternoon & Evening Conferences (12:15 - 3:05 & 5:00 - 8:00)
Wednesday, March 27: Afternoon Conferences (12:15 - 3:05)
Thursday, March 28: Afternoon Conferences (12:15 - 3:05)
We will have an early dismissal on all three days at 11:40 a.m.*
March 22, 2024 is Data Day and Early Dismissal for all Schools. No school on March 29th because of Good Friday.
New Fairfield Schools Nutrition Newsletter from Chartwells for March - https://5il.co/2g39p
Pre-K - Grade 8 SPRING CONFERENCES
There has been a slight adjustment to the spring conference days for Pre-K-Grade 8. Students will have an early dismissal on all three days, Tuesday, 3/26-Thursday, 3/28. The district calendar shows a full day of school on Tuesday, 3/26. However, this has been changed to an early dismissal to accommodate more families for conferences.
SPREAD THE LOVE- The PTO is planning a “Spread the Love” breakfast for the teachers and staff at the Middle School. Please consider signing up to bring something. Any help is greatly appreciated. If you would rather send a monetary donation, you can send it to the PTO Venmo marked “Spread the Love” Breakfast.
As a reminder, per the school calendar, there will be no school from February 16th to February 20th for President's Day and professional development.
The search for an Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction is well underway. Following a series of focus groups, the search committee consisting of BOE members, teachers, administrators and parents interviewed a set of highly-qualified candidates. A subset of candidates has moved on to a second round of interviews, and Dr. Kenneht Craw will be looking forward to announcing the next Assistant Superintendent to the community in the New Year.
HAPPY HOLIDAYS! As a reminder, there is an early dismissal on Friday, December 22nd and then school will be closed December 25th to January 1st for Holiday Vacation.
❄️A Blizzard of Giving, December 11th through Monday, December 18th: New Fairfield Middle School will be in a blizzard of giving as we work together to blanket local families in the area with generosity and kindness! We will be collecting donations towards this holiday giving project. Every little bit will help fill holiday bags with joy and comfort for the winter season! Your generosity will make a huge difference in the lives of these families this holiday season. Donation boxes will be in the lobby until December 18th.
December 6th, Wednesday, is Data Day and ealy dismissal for students.
New Fairfield Junior Rebel Players Presents: "The Litle Mermaid," Click on the Image to View the Flyer