Last week our Bluejays reached a 94% attendance average and 287 students had perfect attendance. From those students, we pulled raffle winners who earned a special prize. Congratulations to our winners — your commitment inspires us all!
Remember: Each week of perfect attendance gets you entered into the raffle. On October 15th, we will celebrate all students who had perfect attendance for the months of August and September with a special celebration.
#BluejayPride #PerfectAttendance #EveryDayCounts
Our second graders had an unforgettable visit from the New Haven Police Department! Officers shared about their important jobs, how they keep our community safe, and what a typical day looks like in their work.
The highlight of the day was meeting their amazing K-9 partners! Students got to pet Sunny, a sweet lab, and watch Rocky, a German Shepherd, show off his incredible speed, obedience, and tracking skills. Three students even helped hide objects for Rocky to find—and he didn’t miss a single one!
This exciting experience tied perfectly into their HMH reading unit on being a good citizen, reminding us that we can make our communities stronger by being kind, safe, brave, and supportive friends.
A huge thank you to the New Haven Police Department for such an inspiring and memorable day for our students!
Last year, we witnessed incredible growth from our students on their i-Ready MyPath journey, and it's time to celebrate their hard work and dedication!
To honor those who reached their stretch growth goals, we hosted a special breakfast filled with delicious hot breakfast, fun prizes, and certificates recognizing their achievements.
We also had two lucky friends who got to dive into a pile of high-value Benjamin Bucks! They’ll be spending their winnings at our exclusive Benjamin Bucks Boutique, where excitement awaits!
Thank you to our amazing students for your commitment to learning! We’re so proud of you! Keep up the fantastic work!
They shared all about their unique high school program, giving students a chance to learn more about the opportunities and experiences available there. Our 8th graders asked thoughtful questions and gained valuable insight into what makes Sound School stand out.
Sound School will be hosting their Open House on October 23rd from 5:00–7:30 PM for anyone interested in learning more. Please note that their application process is different from other schools.
If you are interested in applying, please see Ms. Rebekah for support. Applications are due by December 20th.
Last week, Ms. Giuliana's 1st and 2nd graders surprised Officer Barnes for Security Officers Appreciation Week! They created a colorful poster and handmade cards, sharing heartfelt messages of gratitude.
Seeing Officer Barnes’ joy was priceless! 💙
We also celebrated our amazing 5 raffle winners, each choosing a fantastic prize to enjoy!
Don’t forget: at the end of each month, all students with perfect attendance will be invited to our exciting celebration!
Keep shining, Bluejays! We can’t wait to see who grabs the win next week and who’ll join us for the big party on October 7th!
It’s heartwarming to see their friendships grow as they share these joyful moments. Here’s to more sunny days ahead!
Today was an exciting day for our Kindergarten students in Ms. Stacie's Class! They visited the library where they learned some important skills:
1️⃣ How to mark a page without damaging the book 📝
2️⃣ The best ways to care for their beloved books ❤️
The highlight? Each student got to check out a book to take home and share with their family! 🏡📖 We can't wait to hear about the adventures they discover in their new stories!
🌟Perfect Attendance Shoutout 🌟
This week, 253 Bluejays had perfect attendance! Way to show up every day and give your best!
We also celebrated our 5 raffle winners who each got to pick out a special prize!
Don't forget that at the end of each month, every student with perfect attendance for the month will be invited to our special celebration.
Keep up the amazing work, Bluejays! We cannot wait to see who wins next week and who joins us for the big celebration on October 7th.
We are excited to welcome all of our families to Open House! This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with teachers, learn more about the curriculum, and hear about classroom expectations for the year.
✨ To accommodate families with multiple children, we will hold two sessions:
Session 1: 5:00–5:45 PM (starts promptly at 5:00)
Session 2: 6:00–6:45 PM (starts promptly at 6:00)
During Open House, families can:
✔️ Meet with teachers
✔️ Learn about curriculum and classroom expectations
✔️ Stop by Ms. Emily’s table for early childhood resources
✔️ Get support from Ms. Barbara with our new communication app
✔️ Get support from Ms. Christine with PowerSchool
We can’t wait to see you there and kick off another amazing year together! 💙
This week’s winners are…
Stella, Alaya, Riley, Quinn, and Kayla!
We are so proud of ALL our students who had perfect attendance this week—you are showing the power of commitment, responsibility, and perseverance!
Keep showing up, Bluejays—next week it could be YOU!
#BluejayPride #PerfectAttendance #WeSOAR
We kicked off the school year with lots of smiles and energy!
Take a look at one of our Kindergarten classrooms! Our kindergarteners jumped right into learning by practicing their names. This is a big step towards building confidence and independence. Additionally, they worked on learning classroom procedures and routines, helping to set the foundation for a successful school year ahead. It was wonderful to see students already engaged, curious and eager to learn! We cannot wait to watch them grow this year!
Join us for Chalk the Walk (see attached flyer for more details) 🖍️✨
📅 Wednesday, Aug 27th
⏰ 3–5pm
Let’s get our students pumped for the first day with some sidewalk art fun! 🎨
💡 Plus, check out the Teacher Wish List — let’s surprise our teachers by stocking their closets, lounge & bathrooms ❤️
Feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns via email: jessica.borger@new-haven.k12.ct.us
