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Friday, June 19th Summer Newsletter

Posted Date: 06/19/26 (01:30 PM)


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Orchard Hill Summer Newsletter

Friday, June 19th, 2026

From Mr. Tortora

Dear Orchard Hill Families,
What an awesome last day and week of school we had here at OH! Below is our Field Day picture to recognize America's 250th birthday.
Thank you for all of your support and partnership!!
Have a wonderful summer!
-Mike
A large group of people, mostly children, form the numbers '250' on a grassy hillside.
 

Summer Math Fun

The word 'MATH' is displayed in large, colorful letters surrounded by numbers and mathematical symbols.
Whether you relax, explore or seek adventure over the summer, we encourage you to continue to see math in the world around you. While there is no specific required math work over the summer for students entering kindergarten through 5th grade, we have created playful activities for students to review what they learned in math with their teacher this past school year. These are optional activities. Each includes things that may be done with family and friends. Just a few minutes thinking and talking about math every day will help keep math skills sharp!


Grade level calendars of activities are provided for students based on the grade they will enter in the fall. These activities are intended to complement the content and skills for math classes. Print off a copy of the July and August calendars included on our math summer curriculum activities page, check off the activities you complete, and bring in the calendars to share with your teacher in the fall. Each attachment also includes book titles and websites that you can visit to play math games or practice mathematical concepts.
 

2026-2027 Staff

New Staff

Rebecca Mason - Special Education Teacher
Makayla Rose-Roberts - School Psychologist

Departing Staff

Sandy Charbonneau - reading paraeducator retiring after 25 years at Orchard Hill
Kelly Sica - instructional paraeducator retiring after 20 years at Orchard Hill
Please join me in wishing Sandy and Kelly all the best in retirement!

Grade Level Assignments

Kindergarten - Crystal Bezzini, Maureen Pfeifer, Alexia Pomerleau, Christine Zerella
Grade 1 - Tori Basso, Tara Filingeri, Barbara Johnson, Tabitha Turgeon
Grade 2 - Margaret Daly, Stacey Gomes, Allison Gustafson, Melissa Potamianos
Grade 3 - Laura DeLibero, Chelsea Mahl, Monica Muello, Amanda Mulé, Jane Plummer, Patrick Thibodeau
Grade 4 - AnnMarie Bars, Jessica Bennett, Caron Carpenter, Elise Kelly, Ann Malinowski, Elena Thibodeau
Grade 5 - Jackie Calkin, Haley Dowty, Grace Famiglietti, Karyn Kruzick, Carol Williams
 

Back to School Dates

Friday, August 14th

Class Placement Opens in Power School
 

Monday, August 24th

Incoming Kindergarten Bus Ride - 5:00 p.m. (in front by the flag pole)
PTO Welcome Back Picnic - 5:45 p.m. (back playground/field)
Invitation to a 'Welcome Back Family Picnic' on August 25th at 5:45 PM in the OH Courtyard, featuring an ice cream truck, raffles, games, music, and fun.
 

Tuesday, August 25th

Meet and Greet -
8:15 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. (last names A-L)
9:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. (last names M-Z)
 

Wednesday, August 26th

FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL - 8:25 a.m. arrival - 3:20 p.m. dismissal
 

2026-2027 Kindergarten Registration

Colorful text reads 'Kindergarten' surrounded by school supplies like crayons, scissors, and a globe.
South Windsor Public Schools is excited to welcome our 2026 - 2027 Kindergarten class! Your child is about to take an exciting next step in their education. We are looking forward to the beginning of a collaborative partnership between home and school in order to provide a successful transition for both your child and your family.

The South Windsor full-day kindergarten program is available to children who are residents of South Windsor and who are (or will be) age five (5) on or before September 1, 2026. 

If your child’s birthday is after September 1, 2026, and you would like them considered for kindergarten this fall, you may fill out the pre-registration form and check the appropriate box and the principal will schedule an assessment to determine if admitting your child would be developmentally appropriate.

Please click on the following link for more information and to start the registration process - https://www.southwindsorschools.org/kindergarten-information
 

PTO Information

A graphic with the text 'THANK YOU' in large, colorful letters, surrounded by floral illustrations.

Orchard Hill Spirit Wear

OH Spirit Wear Store - Now Open Online!


We are excited to launch our OH spirit store! The store is always open so you can order whenever you'd like!

Different logo, color and style options available. And ships to your home! 


Orchard Hill Car Magnets

Car Magnet Fundraiser for the PTO!

Pick up a fun Orchard Hill magnet T and show your school spirit every time you head out. Your purchase helps the PTO fund special activities and memories for all our students, teachers and staff!
Every magnet you buy supports real experiences—from end‑of‑year events to classroom extras that bring learning to life. Thank you for standing behind our students and our school community. h
 

Friday Folders

SW Public Library Summer Reading
SWPL Summer Reading K-5
SWPL Summer Reading Young Adults
 

District Calendars

2026-2027 District Calendar
 
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