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Stay in touch

(860) 687 - 2070

Upcoming Events

It is only week two and our dedicated teaching staff has been actively engaged in implementing and refining high-level instructional strategies. These strategies are designed to enhance critical thinking, foster creativity, and provide deeper learning experiences for our students. We are committed to ensuring that each child receives an enriching education that prepares them for future success.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support as we work together to provide the best possible educational experience for our students.

Love, Principal Gruber

9/16 - PTO Meeting 6:30-7:30pm
9/17 - Early Dismissal 1:30
9/30 - Open House 6 - 7:00 pm
10/18 - Fall Picture Day!

Vice

Principal

Wood

Principal

Gruber

TGruber@windsorct.org

KyWood@windsorct.org

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School Calendar

WPS 2024-205 Calendar
Keep handy for important dates!
All early dismissals are at 1:30pm. (PKAM-10:50)

LUNCH

2024-25 Transportation information continues to be updated (times could change on bus runs) Use the WPS link to look up your student’s information from Traversa with their student ID number. https://windsorct.sites.thrillshare.com/page/transportation

ALL K-2 STUDENTS ARE ASSIGNED A BUS.
Inform the office & teacher of the dismissal procedure for your child OE 860-687-2070
Pickup tags will be available for parents picking up their students every day
Daycare Form: Daycare Form
Review of Arrival/Departure Procedures: Arrival/Departure Procedures

Free/Reduced Lunch applications Families must reapply, even if approved the past year. Signed originals to OE office or to Patricia Patton, 601 Matianuck Ave, or email to: ppatton@windsorct.org. Applications Available: https://www.windsorct.org/page/food-services
You may send in cash or check made out to Windsor Food Service in a sealed envelope with your child’s name on it.
Breakfast - $2
Reduced lunch - $.40
Paid lunch - $3.00 / Milk only $.75
Online deposits into your child’s account can be set up at www.mymealtime.com.

New registrations are processed in the order they are received at the Board office. Paperwork & medical records are reviewed & approved then class placement is made. Buses will take 3-5 business days to be assigned.

New Registration

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SCHOOL HOURS

8:40 - 3:25
Doors open at 8:30
Students are tardy if not in classroom at 8:45

HEALTH Information

Early Dismissals: Notify office and teacher of any early pickups prior to 2pm if possible.
Tardy: Notify office and teacher of late arrivals (or will be marked unexcused).
Doctor appointments: Bring medical note for Dr appointments to be marked excused.
Attendance Policy: Letters and/or calls will be made for excessive absences per State of CT.
All absences must be reported with reason and are recorded in Powerschool.

How to report absences:

Call Absence Line: 860-687-2070 X1
Email: oeattendance@windsorct.org
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The State of CT requires all students to provide the necessary health documentation to attend school. All new students must have the medical information REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY THE SCHOOL NURSE BEFORE starting school. Please provide all documentation two weeks before school starts.

Please see the health related link, with information about school related health management such as when to keep your child home from school:

Health Services Quick Links

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K - 2 Literacy Update

Reading Assessments

We are on our way with our September reading assessments in K-2.

In the next few weeks, we will give the DIBELS tests in K-2 and iReady Reading in grade 2. Families will receive a report after testing is completed explaining the results and what to work on next.

Social Studies lessons are starting soon!

Unit 1 - Me As a Citizen

Grade 2

Students explore their identities and what makes them unique and special.

Grade 1

Students explore the concepts of kindness, integrity, responsibility, perseverance and honesty.

Kindergarten

Students learn about what it means to be a good citizen in their classroom community.

What skills are we looking for at this time of the year?
KINDERGARTEN Alphabet knowledge
GRADE 1 Letter sounds, reading real and nonsense words with short vowels (dig, pot, mat, fip, lem, mog)
GRADE 2 Reading real and nonsense words with increasingly difficult spelling patterns (top, chag, stir, globe, meave)

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STEM in Action at OE

iReady testing begins the week of September 9th! Grade 1 students will take the math diagnostic assessment on iPads in their classrooms. Grade 2 students will begin testing during the week of September 16th on chromebooks. Kindergarten students will take the math diagnostic assessment in October.
Families can help to support testing by doing the following: Ensure that students get a good night’s sleep Encourage a healthy breakfast Remind students to show their work as best they can Reports will be sent home when testing is completed. If you have any questions, please reach out to your child’s teacher or Mrs. Addie, STEM coach. Email: jaddie@windsorct.org

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Tree House Program - Before/After School Program

Check out the Treehouse Program!

Tree House Before Care and Afterschool program registration is now OPEN!

Please visit our website for the most current rates/pricing and calendar at https://tinyurl.com/4w7xe7k7. Any questions please contact Mrs. Thompson at jthompson@windsorct.org (860) 687-2070 ext 6153 .

PLEASE NOTE: Registration is on a first come, first serve basis and as space is available.

Throughout the year registration is on a ROLLING ENROLLMENT.