Elizabeth Green Elementary School
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As we get closer to the holiday season, I want to take a moment to thank you for all of your support this year. We could not do what we do without the support and backing of each of you. By working together, we can make sure that all of our students are successful.
There were a number of great activities that took place this week. Our 4th grade participated in our In-School Field trip and performed different science experiments. We had our Student Council Inauguration with a fantastic turnout of families to witness it. We had a number of mystery readers and musicians who stopped by our classrooms.
I hope you all have a wonderful weekend.
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Each month, teachers nominate a student of the month. This student displays attributes of being kind, setting a good example for others, and is an active participant in their learning. We compile all the nominees and the staff vote on our Outstanding Student of the Month who is honored at an awards' presentation at Town Hall with Dr. Brummett.
We also recognize students in our Kindergarten and Pre K. They are our Shining Stars. These are our youngest students who are learning all about the expectations of Elizabeth Green Elementary School. In their short time with us, they have done a fabulous job completing their work, being classroom leaders, and having an overall outstanding attitude.
Here are our Shining Stars:
Pre K - Marco Tedeschi, Stella Peters, and Divya Charitar
Kindergarten - Nolan Greenwood, Ethan Roberts, and Braeson Royce
Here are our nominees and our Outstanding Student of the Month:
First Grade - Daniel Abraham, Charlie Jarvis, and Annabelle Martin
Second Grade - Olivia Cote, Dominic Iturrino, and Emily Gadek
Third Grade - Manuel Vazquez Stella, Oliver Sankow, and Olivia Masho
Fourth Grade - Julia De Almeida Silva, Nariah Holder, and Jillian Dwyer
Our Outstanding Student of the Month is Nariah Holder. Congratulations to everyone!
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Today, we held our Student Council Inauguration. 29 students were sworn in to represent our student body. Our Student Council represents our student body and is their voice as we work to make E. Green a better place for everyone. This year, our Student Council will work to promote school spirit and to lead us in different service projects. We look forward to seeing what they set up.
Here are our new representatives:
President - Sofia Cofre
Vice President - Mia DeRubbo
Secretary - Emma Svystun
Treasurer - Jillian Dwyer
Gr. 1 - Modie Zumba, Alanah Henry Golding, Willa Solnik, Conor Scarlett, Kylie Perzan, and Olivia Bordonaro
Gr. 2 - Olivia Cote, Jack Goldberg, Maxwell Greenwood, Natalie Tran, Rosalie Kallen, and Landon Luszczak
Gr. 3 - Brynn Colton, Penelope Rosado, Amelia Brown, Juliet Poglitsch, Ellie Gebbia, and Riley Figueiredo
Gr. 4 - Marley Major, Aubrey Parisi, Maya Perzan, Chris Rreza, Makayla Moreno, Brynn Doherty, and Natalia Otero
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November 7: Family Paint Night - 6-8PM
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November 10: Gr. 4 In-Class Field Trip - The Children's Museum
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November 11: Early Release Day
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November 14: World Diabetes Day - Wear Blue!!
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November 24: Gr. K In-School Activity - Indian Rock - Turkey Time
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November 26: Early Release for Thanksgiving Break
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November 27 - 28: Thanksgiving Break
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December 4: Gr. 1 Field Trip to Playhouse on the Park
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December 8-12: PTO Book Fair - Media Center
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December 10-12: EG Conferences
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December 16: Gr. 3 (Whitney) Field Trip to State Capitol
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December 17: Gr. 3 (Morriss/Serrano) Field Trip to State Capitol
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December 17: Gr. 2 Field Trip to Playhouse on the Park
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December 18: Gr. 1 Field Trip to Museum of Culture and History
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December 24-January 4: Winter Vacation
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World Diabetes Day is celebrated annually on November 14th. It is the world's largest diabetes awareness campaign, reaching a global audience of over 1 billion people in more than 160 countries.
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Purpose: The day raises awareness of diabetes and advocates for prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and improved access to care.
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History: Established in 1991 by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF) and the World Health Organization (WHO), it became an official United Nations Day in 2006.
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Symbol: The blue circle is the global symbol for diabetes awareness, adopted in 2007 to symbolize unity in the fight against diabetes.
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Theme: The theme for 2024–2026 is "Diabetes and well-being," with the 2025 focus on "Diabetes and the workplace".
For this day, we ask that you wear blue in an effort to build awareness. Here is a presentation from Sandra Pereirra about diabetes.
Here is a another presentation about diabetes from our Nurse, Ms. Miner.
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The NHS Career Academies Present: K-POP DEMON HUNTERS MOVIE NIGHT!
ALL AGES ARE WELCOME!
Join us for a showing of Netflix's breakout hit, K-Pop Demon Hunters!
Date: December 12, 2025
Time: Doors open at 6:15 PM (Movie starts at 7:00 PM)
Location: NHS Cafeteria
Tickets: $15 — includes the movie, snacks, a drink, and a raffle ticket - additional raffle tickets will be available for purchase.
Anyone under 16 years old must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or babysitter, and all guests over the age of 5 will need a ticket.
Singing and dancing are encouraged.
Let’s all have an amazing time—don’t miss this chance to be part of the energy, bring your best moves, and help seal the Honmoon!
For planning purposes, registration is required!
For more info, reach out to Rachel Arnett, NHS Career Academy Counselor at rarnett@npsct.org
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Our school receives federal funds through the Title I grant. These are supplemental funds, which means they are used to provide additional resources to support identified students in achieving academic success in reading and/or math. Teachers communicate with parents/guardians of students who receive reading or math intervention and share progress throughout the year. We also collaborate with parents and families and seek feedback to improve services.
Parents/guardians also have the right to request information about your child’s teachers’ and paraprofessionals’ professional qualifications. All teachers at our school have been certified by the state of Connecticut as highly qualified. In addition, all staff members continue learning through professional development activities and are evaluated each year to make sure their teaching skills remain at the highest possible level. Furthermore, we will provide timely notice if a student has been assigned or has been taught for four or more consecutive weeks by a teacher who does not meet applicable State certification or licensure requirements.
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Each morning, we offer breakfast to our students. If a student would like breakfast, they are able to walk to the cafe and pick up a grab-n-go breakfast bag. Breakfast is $2 in most cases. If you do not want your child to get breakfast because they are eating at home, please send a note to your child's teacher.
Universal free lunch is no longer available to all students. Families are encouraged to complete an application to determine eligibility for Free and/or Reduced Lunch. Applications can be completed on-line here. Otherwise, the cost for school lunch is $3.25 at the elementary level. Parents/Guardians may apply funds to your child’s account either online or by sending a check/cash. Checks should be made out to Newington School Cafeterias.
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Reminder to send in a nut-free snack with your child each day. Our days are long and the kids do get hungry either before or after lunch. We have set a snack time into each teachers' schedule to make sure the kids have time to eat something if they are hungry. Our nurse will not be providing snacks this year. |
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We have run into a small issue at dismissal. If you are picking up a student and are in the drive up line, please do not get out of your car to get your child. This holds up the line. We try to load 3-5 cars at a time. Once they are loaded, they drive off and the line can move up. Exiting your car to yell to your child slows the process down for everyone. Thanks for your help with this. |
Thank you to Mrs. Gajda for once again leading our Family Paint Night event. Mark your calendars for our next Family Event at the Book Fair on Thursday 12/11 from 5p-8p in the Media Center.
Lizzie's Spirit Wear Closet is a place where families donate gently used E. Green apparel they may no longer need or want. It is a free "shop" where anyone may browse and take what they need at no cost. Lizzie's Spirit Wear Closet will be available at PTO sponsored events throughout the year. Please email egreenpto@gmail.com to donate your gently used spirit wear items.
Please make sure you are following the PTO on Parent Square and on Facebook to receive the latest updates and information.
Click here to see the Calendar of Events for the whole year!
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Reminder: Our goal is to get outside each day for recess. As long as it is not too wet or cold, we will be going our each day. Please make sure your child dresses appropriately for the weather. Coats are needed when it starts to get colder. Thanks. |
Once again, we will have a Lost and Found rack in the cafeteria and can be accessed by all students during their lunch wave. Please remind your child to check the rack if they come home without an item of clothing. If you have any questions, please email bfigueiredo@npsct.org. |
You can make changes to your child's dismissal by clicking the More Links Tab in ParentSquare. Here is the direct dismissal link. |
All classrooms are peanut/tree nut free. A snack containing peanut/tree nut may not be eaten in the classroom. At lunch, the cafeteria has designated tables for students with peanut/tree nut allergies. Parents of children with these allergies may opt to have your child sit at this table/s. Birthdays may be acknowledged with non-food items such as stickers, pencils, or other non-food items. Food is not accepted for birthday celebrations. |
Newington is looking for bus drivers. Please check the flyer if you are interested or know someone who is. Thank you. |
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K-12 students in Connecticut have the opportunity to enter the Competition and be awarded a scholarship of up to $20,000 to help pay for their future education! Dream Big! is brought to you by the Connecticut State Treasurer’s Office as Trustee of the Connecticut Higher Education Trust (CHET).
This year, we will be awarding $350,000 in CHET 529 College Savings Plan – Direct Plan (“CHET 529 Direct Plan”) account contributions to over 250 students in grades K-12 and technology prizes to schools. For the winning students, we will be awarding:
• Three prizes of $20,000
• 24 prizes of $5,000
• 240 prizes of $500
To enter, students are asked to answer a question by submitting a drawing or painting, essay, or video. Younger students will be asked to answer a question focusing on their future plans or a time they were inspired to do good, and older students will be asked about an experience or person that has impacted them and how that will influence their future goals.
Submissions must be uploaded by 11:59 p.m. on November 5. There is no cost to enter. For program details, rules and the entry process, visit this site.
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