Communications Corner Spring 2025
BOE News and Happenings
Press Release: Ellington Board of Education Adopts Budget Increase of 2.89% with the State-Wide Average Over 5%
Read the full press release for more information about the budget. Visit the Town's website for more information about the annual budget process and upcoming meetings!
Board Chair Jennifer Dzen presenting to the Board of Finance Public Hearing on March 12
Dr. Nicol presenting to the Board of Finance Public Hearing on March 12
🐳 Windermere Update Spring 2025 🚧
Wellness Initiatives Continue...
Miriam Underwood, Board Member and Wellness Liaison, attended the Wellness meeting and was excited to learn that the Wellness Committee is hosting monthly raffles and partnering with Whitson's in April to promote healthy cafeteria options for staff. She plans to meet with Whitson's in the Spring to discuss the student lunch program.
Exciting Events and Menus from Whitsons!
Students enjoy meals like veggie bowls, Yardbird chicken sandwiches, Korean-style beef, ciabatta sandwiches, and Mediterranean bowls, including gluten-free and vegetarian options. Highlighted is "Lunch with Leadership" for Windermere's new cafeteria opening! Monthly menus are available on our website.
National Honor Society Induction
Chair Jennifer Dzen and Vice Chair Kerry Socha at EHS' National Honor Society Induction Ceremony. Congratulations to all the new members!
Miriam Underwood reads at Crystal Lake!
Ms. Morgan's class!
FUN FACT: Ms. Underwood was Ms. Morgan's 1st grade teacher!
What a treat to have Ms. Underwood!
Tangrams at CLS!
Angie Moser reads at Center!
Mrs. Rucki's Kindergarten class!
Great listeners!
Group photo!
Mrs. Caputa's 2nd graders!
Marcia Kupferschmid reads at Center School!
Mrs. Vozzola's 5th grade class!
Marcia Kupferschmid reads at Center School!
Mrs. Jackson's 5th grade class!
We love Read Across America Week!
Opportunities to interact with students are always the best!
January Recognition: EDUinnovate Grant Recipients
We are excited to partner with EDUinnovate each year and thankful for their support of innovative projects in the district! Congratulations to all recipients, and special thanks to Mr. Collins, Ms. Castonguay, Ms. Bushior, Ms. Robinson, and Ms. Muniswaran for sharing their projects with the Board.
February Recognition: Open Choice Liaisons
ASL Students at the February Meeting
"Board Walk Pop-Up Shop" - March 26, 2025
Chef Helmin and Artisanal Baking Students were recognized for their amazing baked goods and confections prepared for Board Appreciation!
Drop the Bass - March 26, 2025
Vocal Director, Richie Diamond and vocal group, Drop the Bass performed "Sitting on the Dock of the Bay" - so much talent! Watch HERE
Board Appreciation "Board Walk"
Marcia Kupferschmid and Chef Helmin on the "Boardwalk"
Board Appreciation "Boardwalk Pop Up"
Board Chair Jen Dzen and member Angie Moser
Board Appreciation "Boardwalk" Shopping Experience
Miriam Underwood choosing a selection of "Bakers Guild" cookies made by our Artisanal Bakers
Seashells by the Seashore!
Beautiful white chocolate "Seashells" airbrushed to add a realistic appearance!
Our Student Bakers!
Thank you to our Culinary Students for their work to make Board Appreciation so special!
Get your Popcorn!
Gary Blanchette enjoying his freshly popped buttered popcorn before the Board meeting!
Freshly Baked Sea Salt Pretzels were a hit!
Dr. Lenora Williams sorting her "Bakery Bucks". The "Pop Up" mimics an actual storefront for students.
Mermaid Cupcakes!
Chair Dzen added a specially baked Mermaid Cupcake with graham cracker "sand" and a white chocolate mermaid tail!
From Vacation...
Board member Viens shared this photo from Sanctuary Cap Cana, Dominican Republic.
Our "Board Walk" also featured a Palm Tree :)
The KNIGHTS are State Champions!
Ellington finishes with a perfect ending to their perfect 27-0 season after defeating Sheehan 55-39 for the CIAC Division IV State Championship! Last title win...1972!!
Gary Blanchette with Superintendent Nicol!
2025 Champs!
A season to be proud of...27-0!
Jenna Luoma - State Champion for High Jump!
Cody Lonsberry - Swim Champion 200/500 Freestyle
Ellington Unified Basketball at Mohegan Sun!
AD Rawlins, Coach Freitas and our State Champion Basketball Team!
March 26, 2025
Coach Zylberman and our State Champion Track Athlete, Jenna!
March 26, 2025
We're Hiring - Direct Student Care!
The Ellington Public Schools is seeking individuals to join our Paraeducator Team. If you enjoy working with students in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply! We offer multiple options with competitive pay, flexible schedules, and great benefits.
Visit our website to view open positions.
Registration is open for all grades!
Visit our newly updated Registration Page to complete the application process for the 2025-2026 school year. The application process is simple and 100% online!
We can't wait for you to join us!
25-26 AND 26-27 Calendars Published!
The 25-26 and the 26-27 school year calendars have been approved! If you have any questions, please reach out to the Superintendent's Office at 860-896-2300.
Visit our website to view the full calendars.
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Email: jmullin@ellingtonschools.net
Website: https://www.ellingtonpublicschools.org/
Location: 47 Main Street, Ellington, CT, USA
Phone: 860-896-2300
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