Julian Curtiss Elementary School

It’s almost time for our fifth graders to take their final victory lap! We are so excited to celebrate their hard work and achievements as they prepare to head off to middle school. Please save the date for our upcoming end-of-year festivities:

The Ringing Out Ceremony

When: Wednesday, June 17th

Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Where: School Patio (outside the cafeteria)

Our entire school community (including our K-4 students) will gather to cheer on our graduates during this special tradition. We’d love to see our scholars looking sharp for the occasion; we suggest dressier attire for the ceremony, such as collared shirts and ties, dress pants/shorts, dresses, or skirts.

Student Celebration

The celebration continues off-site in the afternoon!

When: Wednesday, June 17th

Time: 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM

Location: Arch Street (255 Field Point Rd, Greenwich)

The Details:

• Transportation: The school will provide bus transportation for all students from JC to Arch Street following the ceremony.

• Pick-up: Please note that parent pick-up is required directly from Arch Street at the conclusion of the celebration at 3:00 PM.

• More to Come: Our wonderful PTA is hard at work planning the entertainment and refreshments. Keep an eye out for a follow-up email from the PTA with specific details regarding food and activities.

Let’s make this a day our fifth graders will never forget!

Estimadas familias de quinto grado:

¡Ya casi es hora de que nuestros alumnos de quinto grado den su vuelta final! Estamos muy emocionados de celebrar su arduo trabajo y logros mientras se preparan para partir hacia middle school. Por favor, reserven la fecha para nuestras festividades de fin de año:

Ceremonia de Graduación (Ringing Out)

Cuándo: Miércoles 17 de junio

Hora: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Lugar: Patio de la escuela (afuera de la cafetería)

Toda nuestra comunidad escolar, incluyendo a los estudiantes de K-4, se reunirá para animar a nuestros graduados durante esta tradición especial. Nos encantaría ver a nuestros alumnos muy elegantes para la ocasión; sugerimos vestimenta formal para la ceremonia, como camisas con cuello y corbata, pantalones o shorts de vestir, vestidos o faldas.

Celebración de los Estudiantes

¡La fiesta continúa fuera de la escuela por la tarde!

Cuándo: Miércoles 17 de junio

Hora: 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM

Lugar: Arch Street (255 Field Point Rd, Greenwich)

Detalles:

• Transporte: La escuela proporcionará transporte en autobús para todos los estudiantes desde la escuela hasta Arch Street después de la ceremonia.

• Recogida: Por favor, tengan en cuenta que se requiere que los padres recojan a sus hijos directamente en Arch Street al concluir la celebración (3:00 PM).

• Más información: Nuestra maravillosa PTA está trabajando arduamente en la planificación del evento. Estén atentos a un correo electrónico de seguimiento por parte del PTA próximamente con detalles específicos sobre la comida y las actividades

¡Hagamos de este un día que nuestros alumnos nunca olviden!

Congratulations to our Distinguished Teacher of the Year, Mr. John Ehlinger, on being selected as the 2026 Greenwich Public Schools Teacher of the Year. This well-deserved honor reflects his outstanding dedication, passion for teaching, and the positive impact he makes on students, staff, and our school community each day. Mr. Ehlinger exemplifies excellence in education, and we are proud to celebrate this remarkable achievement.

Our 5th graders enjoyed a memorable senior trip to Old Sturbridge Village in Sturbridge, Massachusetts, where they stepped back in time to learn about Colonial life in early New England. As they explored the historic village and experienced what life was like in the 1800s, they gained a deeper appreciation for our nation’s history. One of the highlights of the trip was participating in a hands-on cooking class, which made the experience both educational and fun.

This week, our librarian friends from Greenwich Public Library visited each classroom to introduce our readers to this year’s Summer Reading Program! Students learned about how the program works, the exciting prizes they can earn, and the many free programs and events available throughout the summer.

Summer reading is a wonderful way to keep students engaged, curious, and connected to books while school is out.

In the coming weeks, I will also be sharing a comprehensive list of summer reading opportunities and resources tailored for all of our students- stay tuned for more details and ideas to keep the reading going all summer long!

For the Greenwich Public Library Summer Reading Program for K-6, please visit: https://www.greenwichlibrary.org/children/summer-reading/

Our Declamation Contest for scholars in grades 3-5 was a wonderful celebration of courage, creativity, and confidence as students shared their performances with poise and enthusiasm. We are so proud of each scholar who participated and stepped up to take on this meaningful challenge. Special thanks to Mrs. Wilshaw for her hard work and dedication in preparing the students for such a successful event. Congratulations to our top three winners: 3rd place Ian Olmos Velazquez, 2nd place Rui Fukuchi, and 1st place Leo Foote.

June 15th - PreK Moving Up Ceremony @ 12pm

June 17th - Ringing Out Ceremony @ 10am

June 22nd - Last Day of School for Students / Early Release