Family Friday Update October 16, 2026

Posted Date: 10/16/26 (02:00 PM)

Center School

Friday Update - 2026-2027

October 16, 2026

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CONNECT, COMMUNICATE, CARE

Dear Center School Families,

Please be reminded that there is no school on Monday, October 19, 2026. Also, as a reminder, Tuesday, October 20th begins our PTO Fall Book Fair - see information below. Lastly, we welcome you to join us as our PTO hosts our Donuts with Grownups next week to celebrate our Book Fair!

Remember to mark your calendar as our Harvest Parade is quickly approaching. Much like Walk to School Day, this Center School Tradition is one you won't want to miss! Check out the Harvest Parade Details!

Please note that Friday, October 23rd we will honor Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We invite all students and staff to wear PINK for a full school PINK OUT!

Check out our PTO 2026-2027 Updates!

Check out our Book Fair Information!

Check out Ellington Academic Enrichment Programs

Check out the Grade Four + Five Enrichment from Mrs. K.

Have an excellent long weekend.

Michael

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Important Calendar Reminders

October 19, 2026 No School - Full Day P. Development
October 20th - 23rd - PTO Fall Book Fair
October 21st - UNITY DAY
October 22nd +23rd - PTO Donuts with Grownups
October 23rd - WEAR PINK DAY
October 24, 2026 - PTO Trunk or Treat
October 29, 2026 - Picture Re-takes
October 30th - Harvest Parade
October 30th - Classroom Celebrations
November 3, 2026 - No School Election Day

For your convenience, here is the EPS School Calendar 26-27.

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Center School Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us. You can reach out via the following:

(860) 896-2315
(Principal) mverderame@ellingtonschools.net
(Lead Teacher) cmessier@ellingtonschools.net