Communications Corner

Welcome to the Spring Edition of Communications Corner for Ellington Public Schools! We had a busy winter, with the Board of Education dedicating hours to Budget meetings and District Planning. We have hired CES to facilitate a Superintendent Search and will share details as they are available and at our monthly Board of Education meetings. All of our meetings are open to the public, we'd love to have you join us!

Over the winter months, EPS enjoyed successful winter athletic seasons, outstanding theater productions, and school concerts. Numerous extracurricular clubs have also been actively meeting and planning exciting events for the remainder of the school year. Be sure to check your school's calendar to stay up to date!

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Important Dates:

Graduation - Friday, June 12, 2026

Last Day of School - Thursday, June 18, 2026 (Early Dismissal)

Happy Spring,

Committee Chair Jenn Mullin

The BOE Budget with a 2.82% increase has been sent to the town for review. Visit our dedicated Budget webpage for more details. Visit the Town's website for more information about the annual budget process and upcoming meetings.

We want to invite students to have breakfast with us! We have healthy, nutritious options to start your day with brain fuel at a fraction of the the drive-through prices.

Dr. Lenora Williams, Board Member and Wellness Liaison, enjoyed the Fresh Catch of the Day at EHS on March 13. It is alway a treat to experience the healthy options our students have access to. The Wellness Committee is working on plans for the remainder of the school year and is currently running a walking challenge for the month of March.

Ellington High School held its annual Good Music, Good Cause concert on March 5th and collected an impressive amount of donations to support Kid Safe and the Community!

During our first visit to Windermere School, we observed K–5 instruction, from teacher-led CKLA lessons to interactive, student-centered learning with small-group problem solving using vertical whiteboards in Illustrative Math. The visit also highlighted strong collaboration among teacher teams and effective leadership strategies in action.

Featured L-R: Megan Johnson, Angie Moser, Marcia Kupferschmid, Jennifer Hill

Ellington High School is proud to sponsor the launch of a bold, state-level leadership experience designed to take student leadership to the next level across Connecticut.

On April 25, 2026, student leaders from eight outstanding high schools including Ellington will come together in Hartford at the Sport and Medical Sciences Academy for a powerful, student-led conference built on one core belief: the most impactful leadership development happens when students lead.

Assistant Principal Hubrins shared a presentation at the January Board oF Education meeting, click the button below to learn more!

We appreciate all your input, comments, and suggestions! You can find our contact information by visiting our website.

The 2025–2026 winter season was an outstanding one for Ellington High School Athletics, highlighted by historic accomplishments, team success, and continued growth across our programs. Throughout the season, our student-athletes represented Ellington with pride, resilience, and sportsmanship, while competing at a high level both in conference and postseason play.

This winter included several major milestones for our athletic department. Our boys swim program completed its first season, marking an exciting step forward for Ellington athletics and creating new opportunities for student participation and growth. In indoor track, our boys team captured the NCCC Championship, and Ellington’s 4x800 relay qualified for nationals, an impressive accomplishment that reflects the hard work and dedication of our student-athletes and coaching staff. In addition, Jenna Luoma became the first Ellington High School student-athlete to win multiple State Open championships in the high jump, a remarkable achievement and a historic moment for our school.

Our gymnastics team finished third in the state, capping off an exceptional season. The program also had multiple student-athletes qualify for New Englands, continuing a strong tradition of excellence and high-level performance.

On the basketball court, our boys basketball team won the NCCC regular season championship as well as the NCCC Tournament championship. Our girls basketball team has also advanced to the state tournament quarterfinals, reflecting the strength and competitiveness of both programs this winter. Julia Laughlan and Ashton Walder are this year's Scholar Athletes.

Beyond these accomplishments, this season continued to showcase the value of athletics in developing leadership, accountability, teamwork, and school pride. Our student-athletes and coaches worked hard to build positive team cultures and represent Ellington High School in a manner that reflects the values of our community.

I would also like to thank our coaches, athletic trainer, game workers, facilities and custodial staff, administration, families, and community members for their continued support throughout the winter season. Their time, dedication, and partnership are essential to the success of our programs.

As we transition into the spring season, we are proud of the momentum created this winter and look forward to continuing to build strong, student-centered athletic opportunities for Ellington High School students.

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.

Visit our newly updated Registration Page to complete the application process for the 2026-2027 school year. The application process is simple and 100% online!

We can't wait for you to join us!

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.

Email: jmullin@ellingtonschools.net
Website: https://www.ellingtonpublicschools.org/
Location: 47 Main Street, Ellington, CT, USA
Phone: 860-896-2300
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Instagram: @boe.ellington

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