Dear Third Grade Class of 2019,

Congratulations!

During the 18-19 school year our district unveiled our Profile of the Graduate for East Hampton learners. You made this come to life at Memorial School.

Due to your preparation and effort you were successful academically and socially and grew into proud, confident Cheetahs. Your teamwork and caring for others was highlighted during your monthly character assemblies and community service projects. Your wonder and imagination were on full display while you developed questions, researched, then presented your Genius Hour projects.

You have been such positive role models in our school and we have no doubt you will further develop into innovative, responsible, contributing members of an ever-changing global society.

We hope you remember your time at Memorial, follow your dreams and find joy in always striving to take care of yourself, take care of others and take care of things during your educational journey through the East Hampton Schools.

With Cheetah Pride,

Mr. Gonzalez and Mrs. Gadoury

Kindergartners confidently celebrated an amazing year of growth while performing 3 fun songs for their families: Little Drops of Water, What I Am, Shake It Off.

Eshu Bumpus captivated students by telling stories through music, humor and mystery! #ThankYouPTO https://eshu.folktales.net/assemblies.html

Thank you PTO for turning the music up loud and celebrating our 3rd graders and their families in such a fun way each June! #CheetahPride

First graders interviewed 2nd graders to learn about homework, field trips, Readers Workshop, math, science, teachers and much more! #ConfidenceInAction

The whole school enjoyed a step up event! First grade levels had an opportunity to gather with and learn about next year's team. Then everyone let loose and boogied together to celebrate an awesome year!

We invited graduating seniors from East Hampton High School, back to where it all began at Memorial School. Our future Bellringers lined the halls of our school to congratulate the soon to be graduates as they took a celebratory lap around our halls. Our grade 3 students followed behind the seniors and received cheetah pride praise for their efforts and accomplishments at Memorial. .

Life is marked by so many benchmarks. One of the cutest is the transition from preschool to kindergarten! Memorial's youngest learners were eager to take the stage to share some songs they've worked hard to master and receive their diplomas! They then enjoyed some snacks & refreshments with their families. #CheetahPride

June 17--Last Day of School--1:10 Dismissal

September 3--Welcome Back! First Day of 2019-20 School Year

We always try to provide important dates and events in our Cheetah Pride Press but now you can also view them on our digital signage in the main lobby as you enter our school. This television was donated to our school and is a nice addition to the numerous communication tools we utilize.

Last days are bitter sweet! So much to celebrate and be proud of! So much to miss...Summer kicked off with our second annual "The Wave" with all staff waving and cheering as our busses honked to announce the start of summer vacation. #CheetahPride #HaveFun #BeSafe

Please plan to pick up your child’s medication at the end of the school year. Per district policy, any medication and medication accessory (i.e. spacers, tubing, etc.) that is left in the health office 7 days after the last day of school will be discarded. The only exception to this policy is the Extended School Year (summer school) program. Only students attending ESY may keep their medications in school over the summer. School staff are available in the office and can assist you in retrieving your medications prior to the last day of school. For everyone's safety, medications are not transported by students in backpacks.

Ms. Forcellina's learners worked together to help storybook characters solve problems! They brainstormed, created, tested, revised, and inspired each other with their work!

Mrs. Gibson's son, Noah, designed and built these amazing outdoor courtyard easels for his Eagle Scout project. Thank you Noah!

Most Ven. Dhammajiva Maha Thero, chief meditation master from Sri Lanka, visited Mr. Gowac and Mrs. Conklin's classes. As a meditation teacher, he emphasizes the importance of mindfulness and taught students mindfulness walking, sitting, and mindfulness games.

Mrs. Vining's art students were excited to share the joy of collaborating while beautifying our hallways with rainbow colors! Artists predicted that the collaborative rainbow would reach all the way around the school. After installing this massive rainbow one piece at a time it reached the lobby from both directions, starting at the art room! This teamwork project inspired smiles in every hallway!

C is for Camping! Kindergartners joyfully got comfortable in sleeping bags and tents, sang songs, told Spooky stories, and “roasted” marshmallows!

Hello Memorial Families,

Thank you very much to all of the great volunteers who donated their time and made Fun Days for our children such a great experience! Every year we are so lucky to have such an amazing response and turnout. Enjoy your summer and thanks again for all of your help!

Sincerely,

Coach Ruel

Mrs. Gibson's preschoolers enjoyed teaming with their 3rd grade buddies in Mrs. Fearon's class to create kindness rocks which are now nestled into the front mulch beds for all to enjoy!

Grade 1 Muscular Dystrophy Hop-A-Thon

Running for Rescues Jog-A-Thon

Student-Made Cards and Letters to Veterans

Jeans for Troops--May 23rd

Community Clean Up Day

Smart Start St. Jude Trike-A-Thon

“Purple Up! For Military Kids”

Gently-Used Sporting Goods Drive

No Child Hungry Fundraiser

Elementary Unified Sports Day

March Madness Faculty Basketball Game

Rock Your Socks on 3-21 for World Down Syndrome Day

Fox in Socks Donations to East Hampton Food Bank--96 Pairs Donated

1st Grade 100th Day Inspired Food Drive

3rd Grade led Book Drive

Preschool led Soap Drive--437 Bars Donated

CCMC PJ Day for the Kids

Grade 2 Bottle Drive

Share the Joy Week

Dress Down for Care for Kids

Food Drive led by Grade 3

World Kindness Day

November Cheer Committee Gratitude Tree

Jeans for Troops

Candy for Troops

Unicef

Meals on Wheels Happy Notes by 2nd Graders

Lions Club Vision Screening

Rotary Club Dictionary Give-Away to Grade 3

PTO Kindergarten Ice Cream Social

Start With Hello

Friends of Education Recognition

At Memorial we are "Spot-On" when we take care of ourselves, others and things with kindness and compassion! Each 5-day school week, classroom teachers recognize student efforts with nominations to serve as Memorial Models. Models are announced and photographed during lunch waves.

Jen Kessler was nominated to receive this recognition by the K Team for her dedicated and caring efforts supporting kindergarten teaching and learning! #CheetahPride

Students in all grades will be discussing summer reading in library class over the coming week. Working with the librarians and reading specialists, students will be asked to create an individual summer reading goal. These goals will be included with progress reports for families to review. The goal setting sheet will also be used to record summer reading data. This year we are tracking number of books read as opposed to minutes read.

We are excited to provide the first book for students to log on their goal sheets! Students will personally select a new book for keeps during their final library classes.

Be sure to join us this summer at the East Hampton Public Library to hear some of our teachers and staff members read their favorite books. The schedule is as follows. We hope to see lots of familiar faces at our Summer Read Aloud Series!

Mrs. Flannery, Mrs. Hill, Mrs. Warner and Mrs. Bauer

Our K-5 students have several options to engage in math practice over the summer. All Center and Memorial students will receive a packet of this information soon. Options include:

1. Our newly designed Summer Math Passport program--As you travel around town this summer visiting a variety of businesses, you can scan a QR code that will lead you to some math problems. Solve them and stamp your passport for that business. How many businesses can you collect? We will be hosting a celebration for any student returning the completed passport when we come back to school.

2. The CT Math Challenge--you can register at https://math-tools.quantiles.com/accounts/login/?next=/summer-math-challenge/dashboard/

3. Continue utilizing the Reflex Math program online (for students leaving grades 2-5).

Please email Sheri Labowski at slabowski@easthamptonct.org with any questions about summer math.

What are A+ School Rewards?

A+ School Rewards are points that supporters earn with each purchase made using their Stop & Shop Card. At the end of each month, the points earned are used in a calculation to determine your school’s cash total, which is then automatically credited to your school’s account. This year, through our community's support, Memorial School received a check for $3,921.05!

Please take a few moments to label your child's school items and clothing. All named items are reunited with owners.

*All unclaimed items will be collected and donated on Friday , June 21st.

The East Hampton Board of Education, in compliance with federal and state law, affirms its policy of equal educational opportunity for all students and equal employment opportunity for all persons. It is the policy of the District to promote nondiscrimination and an environment free of harassment regardless of an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, ancestry, disability (including but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability, or learning disability), genetic information, marital status, or age or because of the race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, marital status, or age of any persons with whom the individual associates. The District shall provide to all students without discrimination, course offerings, counseling, assistance, employment, athletics, and extracurricular activities. The District shall provide equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The District shall make reasonable accommodations for identified physical and mental impairments that constitute disabilities, consistent with federal and state statutes and regulations.

Home of 620 PK-3 Proud Young Cheetahs and Future Bellringers!

Email: memorialoffice@easthamptonct.org
Website: http://www.easthamptonps.org/o/memorial-school
Location: 20 Smith Street, East Hampton, CT 06424
Phone: 860-365-4020
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ehmemorialschool/