SOARing through the Week at JFK
October 11, 2024
Hello, JFK Families!
Crisp fall mornings have officially arrived! We encourage students to dress in layers, as the temperature can vary, especially by afternoon recess. 🍂
Next week marks our Fall Conferences on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursdays. Please note that there will be a 1:15pm dismissal on each of these days. We look forward to the opportunity to meet with you during conference time to best meet your child’s needs. The home to school partnership continues to be an essential part of our school’s success!
Next week is also our beloved Scholastic Book Fair! 📚 Thanks to our PTO who have organized the bookfair for our learning community. Our Media Specialist, Mrs. Soder, will be bringing classes to shop during media class.
Lastly, be sure to mark your calendars for our Trunk or Treat event next Friday evening. Please continue to feed our “JFK Candy Monster” so that we have plenty of goodies for Trunk or Treat. We can’t wait to see our families at this fun event!
Have a great weekend, JFK! Remember to take care of yourself, our community and most of all BE KIND!
In partnership,
Amy E. Rizzo
Amy E. Rizzo, Principal
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Important Dates:
October 15-17th PTO Book Fair
October 15-17th- Fall Parent Conference (Early dismissal @ 1:15pm- No Boys & Girls Club After Care on Oct 17th)
October 18th- Trunk or Treat!
October 31st- Costume Parade 9:15 am
November 5th- No School~ Election Day
November 6th- November PTO Meeting 6:30 pm
November 11th- Veterans Day Assembly
November 13th- JFK Pantochino Theater Performance Alice in Wonderland
November 20th- Early Dismissal for Students (Staff Professional Learning)
📷A Glimpse at the Week:
Click here to view pictures of some of the HAWK-SOME learning and events that happened at JFK this week!
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LAST CALL FOR CONFERENCE SIGN UP
SITE CLOSES MONDAY
Elementary Parent Conferences will be held
Tuesday, October 15th, 1:45-3:45 pm
Wednesday, October 16th, 5:30-8:00 pm
Thursday, October 17th, 1:45-3:45 pm
Please note that on conference days school dismisses 1:15pm (10 minutes earlier)
Greetings, MPS Families! We are pleased to announce our Fall 2024 Elementary Conference Schedule:
*Please note that we will have a modified early dismissal time on the conference days to accommodate the conference schedule. Therefore, students will be dismissed on October 15th, October 16th, and October 17th at 1:15pm. Simply click the “Sign Up Now”, and follow these steps:
Parents/guardians will once again have the opportunity to select a conference time through My Conference Time. All conferences will be in person unless a parent/guardian requests a Google Meet link directly from the teacher. Fall conference sign up information will be live on our school website from Friday, October 4th, at 9:00 a.m. through Monday, October 14th, at 12:00 p.m. If you prefer a virtual session, please contact the teacher to request a Google Meet link to conduct your conference virtually after you have confirmed your conference time through My Conference Time Online Scheduler. We are looking forward to meeting with you to discuss your child’s learning! Quick tip: Look for emails from “noreply@myconferencetime.com” when searching email for conference confirmation communications. |
Please remember to send in a reusable water bottle with your child. Students have access to our water stations and can refill as necessary throughout the day. Please note that students are allowed to drink water during the school day. Outside drinks (DD, Starbucks, etc are not encouraged)
Please label your child’s sweatshirts, jackets, lunch bag, and water bottle. Our Lost and Found continues to grow! Please review the pictures and email Mrs. Koosa (dkoosa@milforded.org) or your child’s classroom teacher if any of these items belong to your family.
It’s Not Too Late To Order School Pictures!
Our school prepay is now active until Oct.22nd If there are underclass siblings in the same school, then you may enter the next child's name after placing the first child's package in the cart.
Also note, Robert Taylor offers the underclass 3rd child free package for the same school. You may prepay the first and second child's orders in the school's prepay when you list your third child it will be free. This is a special only available thru the end of the prepay period Oct.22nd and at the same school.
The link is listed below and on the information sheet, along with instructions:
JFK photo prepay link active until Oct. 22nd password jfks24
Hawks SOAR Awards - Our JFK Hawks SOAR award is designed to recognize student and staff behaviors and actions that enhance our school community and those individuals who exemplify citizenship within this community beyond the expected norms. When your child comes home with a sticker, please ask them how they SOARED that day!
Arrival and Dismissal Information Please do not leave students unattended at the school prior to 8:20am. If you are dropping off your child please pull all the way forward in line and remain in the car for safety. If you wish to get out of the car, please park in a designated parking spot and walk your child to the parking lot crosswalk. Mr. Kee will assist your child in crossing safely.
Dismissal Car Tags should be placed on your dashboard/mirror when lining up for pick up. We ask that you please do not line up in the parking lot prior to 3pm.
Specialist Spotlight
Hello JFK Families and Friends!
My name is Ms. Benedetti and I’m your student's art teacher this year! This year, I will be the only art teacher Monday - Friday!
In PK and Kindergarten we have been exploring new materials and ways to use them! We have painted, learned how to use scissors correctly, and much more!
In first and second grade, we are using painted paper to collage! First grade is making fruit bowls inspired by Pop artist Roy Lichtenstein, while second graders are making fall owls!
In third, fourth, and fifth grade, we are practicing different techniques. We are learning about perspective in third. Fourth graders are creating 3D sculptures inspired by artist Yayoi Kusama. Fifth graders are creating weavings inspired by trees and different seasons.
I’m excited to keep creating with your students this year!!
Ms. Benedetti
This week's CCC News contains information and links for a mix of resources & fun activities. Featured this week : Milford's Prevention Councils "Halloween Costume Contest, Sleeping Giant's Centennial Celebration and New Haven's Chalk Art Festival. Also Milford Park & Recreation Department is asking for help in deciding what holiday movie to show for their "Family Movie Night" , so take their survey today!
For additional information go to the CCC Website which is updated with links to community resources.
Have a great weekend!
Mary-Kathryn Williams, Coordinator
Milford Community Connection Centers
203-882-6094
The CCC honors all family inquiries as private and confidential unless parent permission is given or Connecticut mandated reporting applies.
Smarter Balanced Assessment- Grades 4 & 5
Gr 4 & 5 SBA assessments were sent out to families this week. An informational letter can be found 2024 SBA Letter 2024 NGSS Letter.
Gr 4 & 5 “Minute Meetings”
We are excited to start Minute Meetings with all of our 4th and 5th graders. Minute meetings are brief, face-to-face conversations that our school counselor will have with each 4th and 5th grader this fall. The purpose is to get to know our students better so we can best meet their needs and to make sure all of our students are connected with an adult in school they can go to if they need support. School counselors get to know each child by asking them a few simple questions about their friends, what adult they go to if they need help, their challenges, and their interests. Please contact Mrs. Swope, our School Counselor, at jswope@milforded.org if you have any questions about Minute Meetings.
Jessica Swope
(203)783-6095
❤️🩹News from the Nurse
MPS Health Department Guidelines
Within the next few weeks the school health office will begin hearing and vision screenings.
With the weather getting colder please make sure your child has appropriate outdoor clothing for recess.
If clothing is borrowed from the school health office please wash and return :)
If possible, pack a spare set of clothes in your child's backpack. Accidents happen! Students can get wet on the playground or spill on themselves at lunch. It's always helpful to have extra clothing available
JFK PTO Fall Calendar of Events
The Candy Monster is Hungry for your Candy Donations!
Join the JFK PTO!
We welcome and encourage everyone to join the JFK PTO. Membership is simple and in no way commits you to volunteer and/or attend meetings (although we would love to have you). Simply click the link below and submit your dues/donation. Don't forget to fill out the membership form as well. Once both steps are complete you are able to join our PTO Membership page which has all upcoming events and updates!
https://john-f-kennedy-elem-pto.square.site/
Additional MPS information can be accessed through the district website at www.milforded.org.
Have a great weekend, JFK!
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ALL
Learners SOAR!