This Week at Turkey Hill Elementary
Welcome Back to School 2026-27
Welcome to a new school year! I am sure that you and your children are looking forward to beginning a wonderful school year.
To our new fifth grade students, we look forward to you becoming the leaders and role models here at Turkey Hill School. To our new third grade students, we look forward to seeing your kindness and curiosity continue to flourish this school year. To our new fourth grade students, continue to show your Turkey Hill pride as you learn and grow this school year.
This is going to be a great school year. If you haven't already done so, you can learn your child's homeroom teacher's name by checking the PowerSchool Parent Portal. If you don't have access, contact Ms. McAllister (her information is below). She is always helpful.
The school is just about ready. Floors are shining, decorations are going up, and work is being prepared. All we need is you! It is going to be a gobbling great year!!
The first day of school is Tuesday, September 1. Students will be allowed in the school at 8:38 and dismissal is at 3:10.
Enjoy the last weekend of Summer.
With much excitement,
Mr. McGrath
Drop off and Pick up Expectations
Our school day starts at 8:50 am and ends at 3:10 pm. At times, you may need to adjust your child's arrival or dismissal time. If this happens please make sure to email Alicia McAllister (school secretary) at: amcallister@lunenburgschools.net, along with your child's homeroom teacher. Please bring your ID when you are dismissing students from the office.
Arrival:
- If you are dropping your student off, please park along Oak Street and a staff member will direct students when it is time to get out of the car and walk into the building through the side door, this happens around 8:38 am. Please have your child exit from the passenger side of the car. Children can get out of the car once your vehicle reaches the sidewalk. If there is no adult on the sidewalk and all the buses have left, please drop your student off at the front of the building.
Dismissal:
- Should you choose to pick up your child at school please have your taxi sign with the child's last name in the window and cue up along Oak Street. Please keep your taxi sign up until your child gets into your car. If you do not have a taxi sign you will be asked to show ID, the signs indicate that you are an authorized person to pick up your child/children. If you need extra taxi signs for multiple cars please let us know and we will get one to you. Students will come out through the side door and enter the cars. Once all the buses have left the parking lot, we will have parents pull up in front of the building. If you do not have a Taxi sign for your car, we will try to get you one, in line, on the first day of school.
A VIP
If you are new to THES, Ms. McAllister is an important person to know. She is our school secretary and your main point of contact for many things. Please email any questions you have to: amcallister@lunenburgschools.net or call 987-582-4110. She will answer your questions or get you to someone who can!
THES New Staff
This year we are welcoming:
Mrs. Kaitlyn Angulo as our new Assistant Principal
Mrs. Wendy Dawson as our new Achieve teacher
Ms. Annie Thomas as our new grades 3-5 Reading Specialist
Ms. Amy Resnick as a fifth grade teacher
Ms. Beth Robinson as our new THES ELL teacher
Mr. Dana LeMarbre in our TLC program
Ms. Melitza Maldonado in our Achieve program
They are going to be a welcome addition to our team.
School Nurse
Our school nurse is Ms. Schatia. She is here for all of our school health and safety needs. She can be reached at eschatia@lunenburgschools.net or call 987-582-4110 X4003.
Library Volunteers
Ms. McNamara, our school librarian is always looking for volunteers to help in the library organizing and shelving books. If you are interested in volunteering or have any questions, you can reach her at emcnamara@lunenburgschools.net
Please remember volunteers must complete the following:
Thank you!!
School Supplies
Please feel free to add to the Turkey Pantry. Please send supplies to the main office to Mrs. McAllister. Thank you in advance
Turkey Pantry
The turkey pantry is a closet where teachers and staff can grab supplies to replenish their classrooms throughout the year. We will starting to collect donations. Donations of the following items are greatly appreciated for our turkey pantry:
- tissues **
- paper towels
- disinfecting wipes **
- hand soap
- pencils
- expo markers
** denotes the items with the greatest need. You can also order online and ship directly to Turkey Hill
First day of school
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Labor Day Break
Schools are closed on Friday, Sept. 4th & Monday Sept. 7th because of Labor Day Weekend.
5th Grade Nature's Classroom Trip
Tuesday, September 29th through Friday, October 2nd is the 5th grade Nature's classroom Trip.
📸 Picture Day
THES School Picture Day is 9/17/26
THES Open House
THES Open House is 9/23/26
District Professional Development is a student half day
The half day is 9/29/26
We Are Hiring!
A daily substitute provides flexible, as-needed support to the school at a rate of $112 per day for a teacher and $15.30 per hour as paraprofessional. Daily substitutes have the flexibility to work full or half-days.
The role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with students and staff and is looking for a flexible schedule. Substitutes can select the days of the week they are available to work and will be contacted by Kaitlyn Angulo when coverage is needed.
Responsibilities may include:
- Covering classrooms when teachers or staff members are absent
- Supporting students and maintaining a positive, productive learning environment
- Assisting with other school needs as appropriate
This is a great opportunity for individuals who are dependable, flexible, and interested in being part of a supportive school community.
Interested candidates should contact Kaitlyn Angulo at kangulo@lunenburgschools.net.