Wilcoxson School Picture Order - Deadline for free shipping is April 11th
Wilcoxson Family Fun Day - Indoor and Outdoor Activities - Wednesday, May 14th. - Rain Date is Wednesday, May 21st from 4:00 - 5:30 pm. Sign up and more information to follow.
Wilcoxson Walkway - Order due by April 18
Johnson House Coin Wars - The winning class will win a pizza party! Accepting both coins and bills, K-4th grade. $$ goes towards PTSA school fund, 5th/6th grade $$ goes towards their PTSA fund. Last day is Friday, April 11th.
Eli Whitney's Grade 2 Students Embrace Reading with Their New Stuffed Animal Pals - Second-grade students had a unique and heartwarming experience at our "Pet Adoption Agency," where they had the opportunity to adopt their very own stuffed animal puppies. This creative initiative, designed to encourage reading at home, was met with excitement and enthusiasm by students.
Mr. Veteri guided students through a special reading oath. Each child pledged to read to their new puppy for at least 20 minutes every night, fostering a sense of responsibility and commitment to their reading goals.
The initiative aimed to make reading more enjoyable and meaningful for students by tying it to the concept of caring for a pet. By adopting a puppy, students not only felt a personal connection to their reading routine but also found a fun and interactive way to build their reading habits.
Continuing Education College, Career, and Opportunity Fair, Wednesday, April 23rd at 6:30 PM. Location: Honeyspot House (AIP) - 55 Fotch St, RSVP to Robyn Albanese (albaneser@stratk12.org) - Space is limited. Click on the link below for more information. - https://5il.co/3d5n7
Career & Technical Education Showcase. Monday, April 28th @ 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM - Stratford High School - 245 King Street. For more information, click on the link below. https://5il.co/3d5mc
Please take a moment to browse this week's District News, Information & Events by clicking on the link below. https://sps.edurooms.com/engage/stratford-public-schools/newsletters/sps-district-news-events-friday-april-4-2025
Congratulations! Stratford High School Dance Team - After winning the SWC Championship, the Stratford High School Dance Team finished in second place in the CIAC State Championships.
Please take a moment to browse this week's District News, Information & Events by clicking on the link below. https://sps.edurooms.com/engage/stratford-public-schools/newsletters/sps-district-news-events-friday-march-28-2025
Stratford High Post Prom Presents Bingo Bash -
Bring the whole family for an evening of fun, music, lights, dance parties, prizes and excitement! Perfect for students of all ages. Concessions available. No outside food allowed.
Session 1 - 5:30 - 7:00 pm
Admission: $6.00 per person (1 card) Additional cards sold at the event.
https://gofan.co/event/3356654?schoolid=CT20042_2
Session 2 - 7:30 - 9:00 pm
Admission: $6.00 per person (1 card) Additional cards sold at the event.
https://gofan.co/event/3357397?schoolid=CT20042_2
Session 1 - 5:30 - 7:00 pm; Session 2 - 7:30 - 9:00 pm --Stratford High Cafeteria - 245 King Street
Good Afternoon Stratford Families,
On behalf of the District Head Nurse, Kim Velazquez, and the Town of Stratford Health Department -
As you are aware, "measles" have been in the news a lot recently. To keep you up to date and informed about measles as well as vaccination information, please continue to read -
The Stratford Town Health Department is open ALL DAY to take anyone and everyone wishing to receive their childhood vaccinations. No appointment needed -
It isn't just a little rash !
Measles can be dangerous, especially for babies and young children. Measles symptoms typically include:
● High fever (may spike to more than 104°F)
● Cough
● Runny nose
● Red, watery eyes
● Rash breaks out 3-5 days after symptoms begin
Measles can be serious :
● About 1 out of 5 people who get measles will be hospitalized. ● 1 out of every 1,000 people with measles will develop brain swelling due to infection (encephalitis), which may lead to brain damage.
● 1 to 3 out of 1,000 people with measles will die, even with the best care. ● It is important to note that if a measles outbreak happens in a school setting children that are not fully vaccinated for measles would need to be excluded from school for 21 days if they were exposed to the positive case. State and local health departments would work with the school district to determine outbreak plans.
● You have the power to protect your child.
Provide your children with safe long-lasting protection against measles by making sure they get the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine according to CDC's recommended immunization schedule.
Please take a moment to browse this week's District News, Information & Events by clicking on the link below. https://sps.edurooms.com/engage/stratford-public-schools/newsletters/sps-district-news-events-friday-march-7-2025
Food Pantry: Free Fresh & Nutritious Food Distribution Every Other Monday. In Partnership with CTFoodshare, Stratford Health Dept & YMCA. --- Location: Holy Name of Jesus Church, 1950 Barnum Ave. Stratford; College St. Parking Lot; -- - Time: 9:15-10:15 am.; ---- 2025 Food Pantry Dates: March 17, March 31, April 14, April 28, May 12, June 9, June 23, July 7, July 21, Aug. 4, Aug. 18, Sept. 15, Sept. 29, Oct. 13, Oct. 27, Nov. 10, Nov. 24, Dec. 8, Dec. 22; --- For Individuals & Families --- Bring your reusable bag and Park your car on College St.
Stratford High Junior Ring Dance has been rescheduled to March 21st, 2025 at Vazzano’s Four Seasons from 6:30-9:30 pm
Teacher of the Year 2026
We invite all Stratford Public Schools staff, parents and residents of Stratford to submit nominations for the 2026 Stratford Teacher of the Year. Stratford Public Schools, in conjunction with the Stratford Board of Education, the Stratford Education Association and the Connecticut State Department of Education, is participating in the National Teacher of the Year Program. We will nominate one of our tenured, full time teachers for this distinction. This person will represent our best. Any tenured in Stratford, full-time teacher, including those in special areas, is eligible for nomination. Teachers nominated in prior years but not selected as Teacher of the Year are eligible for re-nomination. Click on the link to fill out the nomination form. https://5il.co/38ngj
Wiloxson March Spirit Day - Crazy Sock Day - March 21st - Crazy Sock Day. Wear your craziest socks. There will be a $1.00 donation to dress on Spirit Day. In March, the donation will be for the Down Syndrome Association of CT
ONLY FOR STUDENTS UNDER AGE 19 -- Stratford Health Dept Immunizations Clinics- Families can get their school-aged children their required Immunizations. -- The deadline for middle school students to receive their required immunizations is March 15, 2025. Students who do not comply by this date will not be permitted to attend school. --- Dates: Thursday, 3/13/25, 2pm-6pm; Friday, 3/14/25, 2 pm-6pm; Monday, 3/17/25, 8am-4pm; Tuesday, 3/18/25, 8am-4pm---- Schedule appointment with the Stratford Health Dept - 203-385-4090. -- You may also schedule an appointment during school hours directly through your school-based health center. Call: Wooster 203- 385-6922; Flood 203-385-4289 Ext 3704 -----
Please take a moment to browse this week's District News & Events by clicking on the link below. https://sps.edurooms.com/engage/stratford-public-schools/newsletters/sps-district-news-events-friday-february-21-2025
Stratford Recreation: Spring Programs All Ages: Preschool to Adult. - Multiple Sessions: Spring #1 - March 17-April 11; Spring #2 April 21 - May 17; Spring #3 May 20-June 14.-- Football, Gaga Pit, Soccer, Tennis and More. -- To Register: Visit the website for dates and times: https://townofstratford.recdesk.com -- 203-385-4052 -- recreation@townofstratford.com