Long Hill School Newsletter

I can not believe the end of the school year is upon us and next week is our last day of school. It seems like it was just yesterday that I was welcoming our students on our first day in August. I am so proud of all our students as they displayed hard work, perseverance, and effort throughout the school year. LHS is an incredible school, filled with so many wonderful children who never cease to amaze me.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank our PTO Executive Board (Niyati Rao, Elena DiLorenzo, Rashania Thompson, and Kendra Rojas) for all their hard work and dedication this school year. I would also like to thank our various PTO chairs and volunteers for devoting their time as well. We would not have been able to have such a fantastic and successful school year without the PTO's support.

To all our families leaving LHS and moving to 5th grade at Perry Hill School, I wish you the best of luck in your future endeavors. You will be missed.

As a friendly reminder, our last day of school is Tuesday, June 11. Thursday, June 6-Tuesday, June 11 are early dismissal days for students.

Have a happy, safe, and relaxing summer break!

• Tuesday, June 4: Kindergarten Step-Up 10:00am
  
• Tuesday, June 4: Pre-K Step-Up for our 4 year olds moving on to Kindergarten 2:00pm
• Thursday, June 6: Fourth Grade Fun Day
• Thursday, June 6: Early dismissal K-4:1:50pm; Pre-k am session hours: 8:45am-11:05am; Pre-k pm session hours: 11:45am-1:50pm
• Friday, June 7: Early dismissal K-4:1:50pm; Pre-k am session hours: 8:45am-11:05am; Pre-k pm session hours: 11:45am-1:50pm
• Monday, June 10: Fourth Grade Step-Up 10:00am
• Monday, June 10: Early dismissal K-4:1:50pm; Pre-k am session hours: 8:45am-11:05am; Pre-k pm session hours: 11:45am-1:50pm
• Tuesday, June 11: LAST DAY OF SCHOOL; Early dismissal K-4:1:50pm; Pre-k am session hours: 8:45am-11:05am; Pre-k pm session hours: 11:45am-1:50pm

Unused medication must be destroyed if not picked up by a responsible adult by the end of the last day of school (Tuesday, June 11, 2024). Medicine will NOT be sent home with students.

All library books much be returned or fines paid prior to the last day of school. Report cards will not be issued to students who have outstanding books or fines.

• The first day of school for next school year for Pre-K students will be Tuesday, September 3, 2024
• The first day of school for next school year for Kindergarten through Fourth Grade students will be Wednesday, August 28, 2024 (Please note that we will begin before Labor Day). A copy of next year's school calendar is below.
• Parental requests for specific teacher placements will not be considered; however, if there are any special circumstances or consideration regarding class placement, please notify me via email by June 11, 2024.
• Returning students will be notified of next year's teachers mid/end of August.
  

• Have your child continue to read daily. Complete Shelton's Summer Reading - more information to follow.
• Visit museums, zoos, beaches, and other exciting places - make learning about new things fun!
• Have your child play outside daily.
• Visit the local library.
• Practice math facts and play math games. Complete Shelton's Summer Math - more information to follow.
• Spend family time together playing board games.

Please have your child check the lost and found. We have a collection of various items including clothing, water bottles, and lunch boxes. All unclaimed items will be donated to a local charity at the end of the school year.

Student supply lists for next school year will be provided for each grade level at the end of the school year. They will also be posted on the school's website.

• If you have plans to move before the start of the new school year, please let the main office know. This helps us in making class lists. The staff and I devote much time and thought when placing your child in a class.
• If you have moved, please make sure the office has your current address. Information will be mailed out throughout the summer and it is imperative that we have your current address and contact information.

I would like to thank our Fourth Grade Leadership team for all their hard work this school year! They are truly role models!

• Cadence Barreira
• Mia Beckett
• Tringa Bregaj
• Luca Cannatelli
• Morgan Gerald
• Sophia McCabe
• Ella Morrissey
• Molly Parese
• Giuliana Przybyszewska
• Evangeline Ramos
• Norah Rygiel
• Whitney St. Germain
• Amelia Smith
• Audrey Weaver
• Nisaa Williams

Thank you to Mrs. Demko & Mrs. Falanga for working with our leadership students this school year!

We will continue to register students for Kindergarten for the 2024-2025 school year. Families wishing to register their child should contact the school at (203)-929-4077. Children must be aged five on or before September 1, 2024 to enter kindergarten for the 2024-2025 school year. Find exemption information here:

http://www.sheltonpublicschools.org/kindergarten

Unsure which school you are assigned to? The School-by-Street listing can be found here:

http://www.sheltonpublicschools.org/transportation

According to Public Act 23-208, Section 1(a), students must turn 5 on or before September 1, 2024 to enter Kindergarten for the 2024-2025 school year.

However, children who turn 5 between September 2 and December 31, 2024 may be admitted:

(1) upon a written request by the parent or guardian of such child and
(2) following an assessment of such child, conducted by the building principal and an appropriate certified staff member of the school, to ensure that admitting such child is developmentally appropriate.

Please send your written request to Kristen Santilli at the Office of Teaching & Learning at ksantilli@sheltonpublicschools.org and complete the assessment below:

Kindergarten Assessment

Once the Office of Teaching & Learning has received your written request and you have completed the assessment, someone from the school where your child will be attending will contact you with further information on how to proceed.

If you have further questions, please call the Office of Teaching and Learning at 203-924-1023 x317.

As the weather is getting warmer and more families are using the playground after school hours, please keep the following in mind:

• Students are expected to follow the same rules that they follow at recess and should play and act appropriately.
• Please actively monitor your child while he/she is playing on the playground equipment.

1. Thank you everyone for your support throughout the year. If you were pleased with our end of the year party please feel free to donate to our no frill fundraiser https://long-hill-school-pto-s-no-frills-fundraiser-copy-66369.cheddarup.com/ Open until June 7th
2. The last teachers' treat of the year is on June 7th. We still have few spots open on sign up https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4DA5A82EA3F9C25-49914753-june
3. 4th graders if still interested to order step up yard please use the link https://long-hill-school-spiritwear-store.cheddarup.com We have few car magnets as well that everyone can order using the same link.
4. Yearbook distribution will begin soon & if we are left with any extras, it will be posted on our FB page.
5. Have a happy & safe summer everyone. Enjoy the vacations & see you all with lots of fun in next school year.

Address: 565 Long Hill Avenue, Shelton

Phone number: (203)-929-4077

Fax number: (203)-929-8250

Website: http://longhill.sheltonpublicschools.org/home_page

Twitter: @DAiutoAndrea

LHS Policies & Procedures: https://www.smore.com/674wn