Jane Ryan Lion's Newsletter
August 28, 2026
Dear Jane Ryan Families,
What a wonderful first two days of school it has been! There is truly something special about seeing our hallways, classrooms, cafeteria, and playground filled with students once again. After a busy summer of preparation, our staff was incredibly excited to welcome everyone back, and the energy throughout the building these first two days has been fantastic.
It has been wonderful to watch students reconnect with friends, meet their new teachers, settle into classroom routines, and begin building the relationships that will make this school year so successful. From our youngest learners beginning their Jane Ryan journey to our fifth graders starting their final year with us, there has been a great deal of excitement throughout the building. I am incredibly appreciative of our staff for all they have done to make these opening days so welcoming and positive for our students.
I also want to share an important staffing update with our families. I share that Mrs. Chappa has made the difficult decision to accept a position at Trumbull High School beginning Monday. Mrs. Chappa has been an important member of the Jane Ryan team, supporting our students, families, and staff in countless ways during her years in our main office. We appreciate her service to the Jane Ryan community and wish her all the best as she begins this next chapter at Trumbull High School.
At the same time, we are very pleased to welcome Mrs. Silvana Wilczek to the Jane Ryan family. Mrs. Wilczek comes to us from Middlebrook Elementary School, where she held the same position, bringing valuable experience and a strong familiarity with our district. We are fortunate to have someone with her experience joining our team, and I am confident she will be able to hit the ground running as she gets to know our students and families.
Beginning Monday, if you need assistance from our main office regarding your child, please feel free to email either Mrs. Scalise or Mrs. Wilczek at swilczek@trumbullps.org. They will work together to ensure our families continue to receive the support and communication they need.
Thank you to our families for helping make the opening of school such a positive one. Your patience and flexibility, particularly as everyone settles back into arrival, dismissal, transportation, and school-year routines are greatly appreciated.
We could not have asked for a better start, and I am looking forward to all that is ahead for our students and the Jane Ryan community this year.
Have a wonderful and relaxing weekend!
Warmly,
Pat Horan
Principal
Summer Reading News From Mrs. Beccaria and Mrs. Ogorzalek:
Dear Families,
We hope you had a fun filled summer, and took time to read! Remember to use the link below to record the number of books read throughout the summer. You will be recognized for your participation!
2026 Summer Reading and Math Google Form link
Happy Reading,
Mrs. Beccaria and Mrs. Ogorzalek
A Message from our ELA and Math Program Leaders:
Summer Reading & Math Google Form:-Form Closes 9/11/26
• K-5 Summer Reading Overview: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UpwsQjDisVIMPPb0MksMj5EjW4anpd4-/edit
• Summer Math: https://sites.google.com/trumbullps.net/trumbull-elementary-summer-mat/home
• First Selectman's Reading Challenge (Grades 4-5): https://drive.google.com/file/d/10XGmbsb_NF18fKG0A65l3XUXBzGmTniJ/view?usp=sharing
If you have a student entering Grade 3 or Grade 6, we will need an updated physical exam during the 2026-2027 school year. If you have a summer physical, this will meet the requirement.
If there are any changes in your student’s health status/medications during the summer, please notify the Health Office (e-mail/voice mail).
PTA News:
PUMPKIN FAIR 2026
We are looking for committee volunteers for this wonderful JR tradition!
Please use the link below to express interest and/or signup to volunteer for the event!
SIGNUP HERE: https://pta.ivolunteer.com/jr2026pumpkinfair
Email trumbulljaneryanpta@gmail.com with any questions!
Spirit Wear Orders!
Below is the link to order your Jane Ryan spirit wear. Join us on our monthly Spirit Wear days and show your Jane Ryan Pride! Thank you to the PTA for organizing!
Survey: janeryan.memberhub.com/store?limit=21&live=true
https://1stplacespiritwear.com/schools/CT/Trumbull/Jane+Ryan+Elementary+School
