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Mid-Year Progress Assessments and Final Exams for semester courses will be administered during assigned class blocks, so that tests and projects are distributed equitably. All regularly scheduled classes will meet on these days.

THESE ARE REGULAR E & F DAYS (7:15-2:05)

Schedule

1/21 E: Periods 3 & 7

1/22 F: Periods 4 & 8

The NFPS Wellness Committee has put together a short guide of tips to help students (and their parents/guardians) manage some of the challenges that come along with being a high school student. See the tips below!

If students need support beyond these tips, they can always see their school counselor for additional help and advice! Counselors are listed below, with the letters of the last name of their students

Don't Forget to purchase an Ad for your '25 Senior!

There are only a few days left to place a personalized ad for your favorite '25 Senior!

Don't forget to buy a '25 Yearbook!

All ads, personal & business, are due by 1/20/25

Click on the QR Code on the attached flyer to place your ad and buy a yearbook today!

You can click on this link too: https://yearbookforever.com/

Thank you for supporting the NFHS Yearbook!

Please reach out to Ms. Giddings if you have any questions.

In the weeks ahead, two full-length SAT Practice Test opportunities will be offered to NFHS juniors; these are optional, but we encourage students to take advantage of them. This can allow students to become familiar with the SAT, build stamina, and receive personalized data with resources for growth prior to the March SAT administered to all students. Students may choose to take only one Practice Test or they may choose to take both Practice Tests as a pre/post experience.

The dates / times of these Full-Length SAT Practice Test opportunities are listed below.

• Wednesday, January 29th, 11:30-2:15PM
  • (This is a district Early Release day; students would remain at school to participate in the Practice Test.)
• Wednesday, February 26th, 2:15PM-5:00PM
  • (This is an after-school time.)

*Note that students will need to arrange their own transportation home on these dates.

Please submit the Google form linked HERE by Tuesday, January 21st, if you would like to participate in the Full-Length SAT Practice Test on either or both of the above dates.

We are excited to provide this SAT Practice Test opportunity to our students to support them in transferring their learning at NFHS to the SAT and enhance their achievement.

Next week, students will start signing up for their second semester REBEL Enrichment Experiences. Students will receive detailed descriptions of this semester's offerings in their school email. We are excited to build new connections between faculty and students! See a list below of what will be available to our students.

Juniors and Seniors will sign up on Wednesday, January 22nd

Freshmen and Sophomores will sign up on Thursday, January 30th

3D Printing * Agricultural Group * All About China * Anything SportsTalk

Art Journaling & Scrapbooking * Board Game Club * Card Games

Color by Number/ Paint by Number * Coloring Club * Connections

Creative Coloring Crew * Cursive Writing * Documentary Film Study

Explore Engineering Through YouTube * Fantasy Football * Greenhouse Dreams

Guided Meditation * Harry Potter Club * Hobbies & Avocations in the Outdoors

Inclusion Movie Review * Independent Reading * Laser Engraving * “Loud” Book Club

Mandala Coloring Pages * Music Listening & Conversations about Music

Musical Theater Club * Net Sports * Painting From Your Photographs * Pre-School

Rebels for CommUNITY * Science Bowl Competition * Seasonal Holiday Crafts

Songwriting Workshop * Spanish Coloring & Crafting Club * Speak Portuguese!

Spring Outdoors Club * Super Smash Bros. Club * Unified Theater * Walking Outside

Weaving * Weightlifting Discussion Group * Wellness Center * Word Games * Yoga

New Fairfield Public Schools is proud to announce the first annual Festival of Cultures, a community event designed to celebrate the rich diversity within our town. This engaging festival will bring together residents, students, and performers to share and experience the unique traditions, music, cuisine, and art of the many cultures represented in our community. We are seeking funding to support the event by providing supplies for cultural presenters and refreshments for our dedicated performers, ensuring a successful and enriching experience for all attendees.

Event Purpose:
The Festival of Cultures aims to:

• Highlight the cultural diversity of New Fairfield.

• Promote understanding and appreciation of global traditions through interactive displays, performances, and presentations.

• Foster a sense of community pride and unity by celebrating the unique contributions of all cultures within our town.

Event Details:

• Date and Time: February 1, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

• Location: New Fairfield High School theater and dining commons

• Activities: Cultural displays, live music, dance performances, storytelling, and interactive workshops, food vendors.

Community Impact:
The Festival of Cultures will provide an invaluable opportunity for residents to learn about and celebrate their neighbors' cultural backgrounds. By fostering greater understanding and respect, the event will strengthen the fabric of our community and create lasting memories for participants and attendees alike.

We are excited to launch this new initiative and invite your organization to partner with us in making the Festival of Cultures a resounding success. With your support, we can ensure that the event is well-resourced and welcoming to all, setting a strong foundation for future annual celebrations.

If you would like a table display, sponsor/supervise a club table, or have any other ideas to contribute, please Follow this link to sign up, or contact Kate Planz or Ernest Fabrizio-Garcia.

School and offices are closed.

Mid-Year Assessments in full-year courses, final assessments in semester courses. See details above.

Friday, 1/24 is the last day for students to submit work for first semester.

Staff professional learning day. Students dismissed at 10:50

Families and students in grades 8 and 9 are invited to learn all about NFHS programs!