TONIGHT (Wednesday, March 26, 2025): Be part of something truly transformative! Scarlett Lewis brings her Choose Love Movement to Middletown at 7PM. Learn how these principles will shape our schools next year. Snow School Auditorium, free admission. Books available for purchase.
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Our Family Climate & Culture Survey is open through March! Your anonymous feedback helps make our schools better for everyone. Complete a separate survey for each child at different schools. Click the link to participate and help shape our future:
https://www.middletownschools.org/page/mps-culture-and-climate
#MPS4ALL #MPSFutureMakers
Join us as we welcome Scarlett Lewis, founder of the Choose Love Movement, on Wednesday, March 26 at 7PM at Snow School.
After losing her son Jesse in the Sandy Hook tragedy, Scarlett transformed her grief into a powerful movement of nurturing, healing, and love. As we prepare to become a Choose Love district in 2025-26, don't miss this inspiring opportunity to hear her story.
This event is FREE and open to all families and district employees! All are invited and encouraged to attend. Details here: https://www.middletownschools.org/article/2096879
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It’s not too late to sign up!⏰🚨We’re so close to reaching our $15,000 goal, but we need your help to get to the finish line! Sign up at MyBooster.com today. ✅Just a few minutes of your time can make a BIG difference! 🙏#makeadifference #supportourschool DON'T FORGET it's FREE to sign up and your child will get a Dude Perfect Special Edition Key Chain!!! Need help? Contact your child's teacher or Miss Brooke
Today your students learned about CREATIVITY and how to be a LIFE LEARNER. “I use my imagination to create something unique.” “I love to learn. I read and ask questions about the world.” Log on to MYBOOSTER.COM to watch the story unfold!
Don't forget about our nightly challenge! The grade with the highest sign ups will get to see the Booster Team get Ice Bucketed! Go to MYBOOSTER.COM tonight to register and help our school!
Students and families, we have a new nightly challenge! The grade with the highest sign ups will get to see the Booster Team get Ice Bucketed! Go to MYBOOSTER.COM tonight to register and help our school!
Recently, Connecticut Commissioner of Education Charlene Russell-Tucker met with MHS students to hear their perspectives on diversifying education. Leaders from GIFTS, Men of Excellence, and Educators Rising shared thoughtful insights and ideas on shaping Connecticut's educational future.
Their voices matter—click the link to learn more: https://www.middletownschools.org/article/2094665
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Today our students learned about TRUSTWORTHINESS, “I tell the truth and keep my promises.”
Our students are so excited, thanks for helping make our fundraiser great! 🙌🏼
3/17 Nightly Challenge Winners: 4th GRADE!!!!
3/18 Nightly Challenge: The grade with the most new donations will earn Kahoot Mania with the Booster Team!
Meet Susan Velardi, an exceptional fourth grade teacher at Bielefield Elementary School who's making learning a joyful experience for our Bobcats! Nominated by Jessica Vollono, a Bielefield community member, Mrs. Velardi exemplifies the dedication that makes elementary education so powerful.
"Mrs. Velardi goes above and beyond for her students. She always knows the right things to say or do to brighten their day!" shares Jessica. These daily moments of connection and encouragement create the foundation for student success both academically and emotionally.
In her classroom, Mrs. Velardi creates an environment where students feel supported, understood, and inspired to realize their innate brilliance. Through her thoughtful interactions and genuine care, she's building confidence in our fourth graders that will serve them well beyond their elementary years.
We're truly fortunate to have educators like Mrs. Velardi who Jessica rightfully describes as "an amazing asset!"
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Do you know an MPS employee who deserves recognition? Use the link in our bio or here to submit a nomination: https://tinyurl.com/MPSComms
#MPS4ALL #MPSFutureMakers
Our Family Climate & Culture Survey is open through March! Your anonymous feedback helps make our schools better for everyone. Complete a separate survey for each child at different schools. Click the link to participate and help shape our future:
https://www.middletownschools.org/page/mps-culture-and-climate
#MPS4ALL #MPSFutureMakers
Farm Hill Boosterthon Fun(d) Run Team Day 3: Know someone from out of state? Join our 50 State Challenge! 🇺🇸 Check out the “State Map” on your MyBooster.com dashboard and share your fundraising page to a state we haven’t received a donation from yet! ❤️🤍💙
Meet Robert "Bobby" Bissell, a Campus Security Officer at Middletown High School who proves that true security comes from building relationships. Nominated by a colleague who has witnessed firsthand how Bobby transforms the school environment through positivity and personal connection.
"Bobby is positive and encouraging every day to every student. Calls them by name," shares his nominator. This intentional approach makes a profound difference—as one student told him directly, "he makes her day." What might seem like small interactions are actually powerful moments that shape our students' educational experience.
When learning of his nomination, Bobby's response revealed his dedication: "I hope I am not the anonymous one because this, to me, is an honor and I'd love to know who recognized how I have connected with these kids over the last few years... I made it a point to do so when I was hired."
We're grateful for staff members like Bobby who understand that security isn't just about protocols—it's about creating an environment where students feel seen, known, and valued every single day.
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Do you know an MPS employee who deserves recognition? Use the link in our bio or here to submit a nomination: https://tinyurl.com/MPSComms
Meet Pam Loh, a TESOL Teacher at Middletown High School who's making a profound difference for multilingual learners across all four grades!
Nominated by one of her students who simply stated: "Mrs. Loh is a teacher who helps people to speak another language." Learning a new language opens doors to opportunities, and Mrs. Loh holds those doors wide open for her students every day.
As one of just two TESOL teachers at MHS, Mrs. Loh brings exceptional expertise to our students with her Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction from University of Saint Joseph. Now in her third year, she's already made significant contributions through her skills in ESOL, assessment protocols, and educational technology, creating a supportive environment where students thrive on their language journey.
We're fortunate to have educators like Mrs. Loh who empower our students to find their voice and succeed!
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Do you know an MPS employee who deserves recognition? Use the link in our bio or here to submit a nomination: https://tinyurl.com/MPSComms
#MPSFutureMakers #MPS4ALL
Our latest and greatest Farm Hill News Broadcast is here! Check out the happenings at Farm Hill and beyond!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xmwVF6WnK6RMFMA7JWgFR9f84ldqqU29/view?usp=sharing
Save the Date! Join us for a special celebration honoring Women's History & Black History Months on Saturday, March 29, 2025, from 1-3 PM at Beman Middle School.
Enjoy poetry, music, and historical presentations, including special performances by Middletown High School's GIFTS (Girls Inspired for Total Success) and others. This community event celebrates our rich diversity and shared history.
RSVP using the link in our bio or here: tinyurl.com/HistoryEventMarch29
Meet Amy Barron, the extraordinary School Psychologist at Spencer Elementary who's elevating student success at MPS! Colleague Pam Ingersoll nominated Amy for her contributions to the Spencer School community.
"Amy is one of the most gifted school psychologists I have ever met," shares Pam. "Her counseling sessions with students are always thoughtful; filled with visuals and tailored precisely to what each student needs."
Always available for staff, parents, and outside providers, Amy's dedication to our school community shines through in everything she does. According to Pam, Amy's skill at writing integrated evaluations is "second to none," making her an invaluable resource for many at Spencer Elementary.
We're fortunate to have dedicated professionals like Amy in Middletown Public Schools—going above and beyond for our students every single day!
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Do you know an MPS employee who deserves recognition? Use the link in our bio or here to submit a nomination: https://tinyurl.com/MPSComms
Farm Hill Fun(d) Run - Program Day 1. Today the students focus is on FOCUS! Check out the video that all students will be watching today.
https://vimeo.com/941594224/c3bd04a2df?share=copy
Remember to head over to mybooster.com to register your child. Even for registering, they earn a prize!
So many exciting things going on this week!
Parent Teacher Conferences run today from 1:45 to 7:00 pm.
The Book Fair will be open during this time as well.
Be sure to check out the Lost and Found if you come to the school. There are many coats, sweatshirts, hats, gloves, water bottles, and more that are missing their families!
It's Scholastic Book Fair time!
Preview Days: M-Tu, 3/10-3/11/25
Students will have a 20 minute visit to the fair with their class to preview books and make a wish list.
Book Fair: W-F, 3/12-3/14/25
Students will have an opportunity to purchase books during class time.
Family Hours: W-F, 3/12-3/14/25
Parents and/or students can visit the fair after school, during the hours of parent-teacher conferences. W 1-8, Th 1-5, F 1-5
Come experience the limitless possibilities with your kids. Every purchase benefits our school. https://www.scholastic.com/bf/farmhillelementaryschool #ScholasticBookFairs
We have started our one school, one book of the school year. This year the students each received a copy of Friendship According to Humphrey. Check out some materials that go along with it and enjoy reading it as a family!
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1O7a9Y2MQA0-fUS-ZD03v5BYwAldHgfsVed1VAWh-Vwg/edit?usp=sharing
