Torringford Tigers

Dear Torringford Community,

Get ready to spring forward in both time and learning! As we move from the crisp days of winter to the blossoming warmth of spring, there's a feeling of revitalization throughout the halls of Torringford School. This month, we are thrilled to share exciting updates, engaging activities, and insightful highlights.

February was a PAWsome month at Torringford School. Students had so much fun celebrating kindness and raising money for St. Jude's. Our dance team performed at the St. Jude's Telethon and representatives from student counsel presented a check for $950. Torringford Tigers raised $2,356 for the Kids Heart Challenge - American Heart Kids Heart Challenge; way to go!

Parent conferences are quickly approaching. Conferences are 15 minutes each are are on the following dates:

• Tuesday, March 26 - 4:00pm to 6:00pm

• Wednesday, March 27 - 5:00pm to 7:00pm

• Thursday, March 28 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm

Please sign up for conferences through Parent Square. If you need assistance signing up for a conference, please do not hesitate to contact Georgia Austin (860-489-2300, ext. 1402).

As principals, we are proud to showcase the wonderful accomplishments of our students and staff. Grab a cup of tea, cozy up, and immerse yourself in the latest happenings at Torringford!

In partnership,

Kelly Galullo and Georgia Austin

It only takes a minute to recognize a staff member who has made a difference for you or your family. Simply complete THIS form and your comments will be shared with that staff member.

*If you would like to recognize a special person and you need assistance, please call Georgia Austin at 860-489-2300, ext. 1402.

Join Mrs. Galullo and Mrs. Austin for a Drop In Principals' Coffee Hour on Wednesday, March 13th between 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm. All families are welcome and encouraged to drop in VIRTUALLY. Stop by and share your ideas or ask general questions. Specific student concerns can be addressed by calling or emailing.

Click HERE for the Zoom link.

During the month of February, 277 PAWsome cards were awarded to PAW-some Torringford Tigers. Congratulations to all students recognized for following our school-wide expectations.

• Yahira Borja Zhunio, a third grader in Mrs. Markelon's class won a music lesson with Mrs. Ritter.
  
• Ava Salvetti, a third grader in Mrs. Milano's class will complete an art project with Mrs. Fayer.
  
• Emma Snihatsch, a first grader in Ms. Mattiello's class will read with a friend and Mrs. Farella.
  
• Alex Carrena Espinoza, a first grader in Mrs. Campbell's class, will have a fancy lunch with Mrs. Austin.
  
• Evelyn Fitzpatrick, a first grader in Mrs. Hagymasi's class will participate in a special game with Mrs. Young and Mrs. McMurdy.
  

Students will continue to be awarded PAWsome cards throughout the year. When your student brings home a PAWsome award, please be sure to celebrate your student's accomplishment.

Torringford Tigers are

RESPECTFUL, RESPONSIBLE, and SAFE!

March 20: Progress Reports Distributed to Students

March 21: Early Dismissal

Tuesday, March 26: Early Dismissal - Parent/Teacher Conferences 4:00pm to 6:00pm

Wednesday, March 27: Early Dismissal - Parent/Teacher Conferences 5:00pm to 7:00pm

Thursday, March 28: Early Dismissal - Parent/Teacher Conferences 2:00pm to 4:00pm

March 29: Good Friday - NO School

April 15 - 19: April Recess - NO School

We are thrilled to announce that Torringford’s annual Read-A-Thon is underway and runs through Monday, March 25th! If you haven’t already, please take a moment to activate your student’s personal reader page by clicking on the following link: CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP!

Our goal is to ignite a passion for reading among our students; this year we are hoping for 100% participation from our Torringford families and exceeding our goal of 10,000 minutes read!

In addition to developing a love of reading, the Torringford PTO is offering the following incentives for student participants:

• Classrooms with 100% participation (i.e., all students in class have created an online account) will be entered to win a class prize.
  
• The classroom with the most minutes logged and dollars raised will win a class prize.
  
• If our school-wide goal of 10,000 minutes logged is met, the student with the most minutes logged from each grade (K-3) will participate in a special GRAND PRIZE involving our Torringford principals!

During the next two weeks we invite you (and your family members and friends) to make a donation (sponsorship) that will directly benefit your student; all profits raised will go toward student enrichment activities. Digital sponsorships through your student’s site are preferred, however cash sponsorships will be accepted as well (please send any cash in an envelope labeled “Torringford PTO Read-A-Thon Cash Sponsorship” with your student’s first and last name).

Please reach out with any questions (torringfordpto@gmail.com).

Children who turn 5 years old by September 1, 2024 will be eligible for kindergarten. If you know of a neighbor who has a child that will be entering kindergarten in the fall, please let them know it is time to contact us

Kindergarten Registration & Information ~ Click HERE

Kindergarten Registration Google Site (English)

Kindergarten Registration Google Site (Spanish)

A New Inclusive Playground @ Torringford School!!

What is an inclusive playground?

An inclusive playground addresses the needs of all people, including those with developmental disabilities such as autism spectrum disorder and individuals with intellectual, cognitive, sensory, physical, and other disabilities, and the support group around them. A well-designed inclusive playground does not detract from, but actually enhances the play value for typically developing children and empowers all people to challenge themselves and develop at an appropriate individual pace.

The Pre-K VOICES team has designed and received funding for a new fenced in play area for all to enjoy! Our pre-k students have outgrown their play area and are ready for the challenges of the new playscape, bike path, group swing, and more! We are excited to share our new space with the Torringford community!!!

Kindergarten Math

Writing in Kindergarten

Spirit Days in Kindergarten

First graders had a blast celebrating Read Across America Week with our fun spirit days! We loved dressing up as rockstars, superhero’s, in animal print, twinning with a friend and of course, PJ day! We loved listening to some of our favorite teachers read books aloud!

Mrs. Campbell’s class made Valentines for Valorie Manor. We love doing crafts and learning about ways to give back to our community!

Ms. Yunt’s class invited family in to teach them how we use our math workplaces to practice our math skills! We loved showing them what we do at school.

Second Grade Celebrates Read Across America week with spirit!

Mrs. Giampaolo’s class has been working on their fluency skills by reading special parts in a reader’s theater text.

Our second graders would like to give some advice to Torringford’s young readers: Be sure to talk like the characters!

Materials Matter! We have learned about different materials and which ones work best in different climates.

Mrs. Giampaolo’s class pretended they were going to take a class trip to an island by the equator. We designed hats with materials that would protect us from the sun and heat!

Mrs. Henry’s class is learning about different materials and which ones work best in different climates.

Our class pretended that we were going on a tropical getaway to an island by the equator. We designed hats with materials that would protect us from the sun and heat!

In Math Workshop, third graders are learning how to solve story problems using multiplication and division strategies. Students use square tiles to build arrays. This process allows them to construct a visual representation of the story problem to help determine the answer.

Solving problems in partnerships or small groups on a vertical whiteboard is a strategy known as Visible Thinking. Visible Thinking routines help students to make connections, share their mathematical thinking and communicate their ideas while solving problems.

The 3rd Grade Student Council kicked-off the schoolwide Kindness Campaign in early winter. Money raised from this campaign will be donated to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. In addition to doing acts of kindness at home, Torringford Tigers also were challenged to do the Kindness Challenge at school, too!

MARCH is MIOSM “Music In Our Schools Month!” and here are some great activities that YOU & your family can do to celebrate! Simply keep track of which activities you do and see if you can get a BINGO! Can you even get a BLACKOUT and do everything?!

1. Click HERE for a Bingo Card.
   
2. Return your completed Bingo Card to Mrs. Ritter
3. Email it to nritter@torrington.org
4. Share a picture or video of you doing the activities (you may be featured in next month's school newsletter!)

Please click the link to answer a brief survey about Physical Education class at Torringford.

Spanish: https://forms.gle/PPys5LkRBMdCmi5R7

English: https://forms.gle/UCvqmVd9whJiphcy6

Congratulations

Kindergarten: Ms. Cruz's Class

Grade 1: Mrs. Nilsson's Class

Grade 2: Ms. O'Connor's Class

Grade 3: Mrs. Considine's Class

February's Physical Education Sportsmanship Award

Click HERE to see how Torringford Tigers

Integrate Movement into the School Day

Congratulations to Coorah Martin

Ben’s Bells Kindness - Winner

Torringford School is a safe and welcoming community where we take care of people and foster positive relationships. Our team spirit supports and acknowledges everyone. Optimists persist to meet challenges with the flexibility and empathy to create healthy, enthusiastic, life-long learners.

Educate. Explore. Inspire.

Website: http://torringtontorringford.ss16.sharpschool.com/
Location: 800 Charles Street, Torrington, CT, USA
Phone: 860-489-2300
Facebook: facebook.com/TorringfordTigers