
TECEC TIMES
Where the journey begins......May 29 2024
IMPORTANT UPCOMING DATES
- Wednesday, June 5: PTO 7:00 PM
- Thursday, June 6: PTO Ice Cream Social 5:00 PM (more information below)
- Friday, June 7: Last afternoon session for students
- Monday, June 10: Legal day, 11:20 dismissal for morning students, no afternoon classes, full day Head Start continues with regular schedule
- Tuesday, June 11: Last day of 2023-2024 school year! Legal day, 11:20 dismissal for morning students, no afternoon classes, full day Head Start continues with regular schedule
Updates from Mr. Matt.......
What a week at TECEC! Although the weather didn't permit us to have our annual Preschool Olympics outside last Thursday, the event was still as one child said "a blast". Team TECEC created an unforgettable experience that I'm sure the children will remember for many years to come. Olympic activities such as cornhole, bike and scooter races, an obstacle course, bulldozer games, parachute games, basketball, yoga and dance, musical hoops and bowling followed up with a popsicle party and gold medals for everyone was a day to treasure. I would particularly like to thank the TECEC Father’s Club lead by Pete Scifo for coordinating such a wonderful event, parent volunteers, those who donated water and bubbles, the PTO for supplying the popsicles, and John Eliff who is the physical education teacher at Middlebrook School along with his 5th graders. A heartfelt thank you to my incredibly talented teammates for ensuring every child experienced a magical time! There are plenty of photos for your viewing pleasure in this newsletter.
Following the Olympics on Friday, the weather cooperated so our Head Start classes were able to hold their annual family picnic at Wolfe Park in Monroe. As you can see by the pictures below, the children, parents and team certainly enjoyed themselves on the playground which was followed up by a family picnic. Thank you families for making the trek to Monroe and donating all the delicious food!
Kind regards,
Principal
Summer tips from our mental health team
Summer is just around the corner and with it comes the thought of relaxing days in the sun and increased family time. The psychologist and social work team at TECEC would like to provide some tips to make the summer weeks more enjoyable.
Create a new summer routine. Summer is definitely the time to relax and have fun, but it is still good to maintain a routine that your children can get used to. Take some time to brainstorm together their routines and write them down together. Children love to help and love to be a part of creating their own schedule for the week.
Enjoy family fun. Summer is a great time to create some memories. Plan activities, big or small, that involve laughter and spark joy. Take a bike ride, go to the park, play cornhole in the backyard; whatever you decide to do, this quality time together will create memories that will last a lifetime.
Take time out. Summer is a time to sit and relax. Remember that everyone, no matter their age, needs down time. Carve out daily time where each family member can go to their quiet place (a room, a cozy corner, or a calm down area, etc.) where they can have some alone time and take a moment to breathe. Kids can look at books, color, or use some of the breathing techniques which they have learned. This is a nice way to recharge.
2024 TECEC Preschool Olympics
Head Start Family Picnic
TECEC Ice Cream Social June 6th
Summer Explorations Offerings
The Summer Explorations 2024 catalog is live! There are many 4-week, 2-week, and 1-week camps. Offerings include academics, enrichment, music, sports, SAT prep, driver's education, and more! More information can be viewed here: https://students.trumbullconted.org/CourseCatalog/catalogView.asp?id=77
TECEC 2024-2025 Enrollment Information
For those who do not have a child enrolled in TECEC and would like to be on our wait list, the form can be accessed here.
Kindergarten Registration
If your child will be going to kindergarten next year, please make sure you register as soon as possible so that the elementary schools can contact you about upcoming visitation dates. Information about the registration process can be read here. Your prompt action will facilitate a seamless transition for your child into the exciting journey of kindergarten.
EVERY THURSDAY IS SPIRIT WEAR DAY!
Every Thursday is spirit wear day! Each week everyone is encouraged to wear school spirit wear. If you don't have any TECEC spirit wear, the PTO set up an online store to purchase items. The link is: https://tecec.ptboard.com/
Inclement Weather/Adjusted School Schedule
If severe weather occurs during the school week, you will be notified via our emergency messaging system as to what type of delay or closing will happen. More information can be found here: Inclementweatherschedule20232024
PTO MEETING WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5
Please join us on Wednesday, June 5, for our next PTO meeting. The meeting will be held in person at TECEC beginning at 7:00 PM. For those who would like to join virtually, the link is: TECEC PTO MEETING
Trumbull School District is looking for substitutes
Trumbull Public Schools is looking for teacher and paraeducator substitutes for the 2023-2024 school year. Click here to learn more about these exciting opportunities.