Skip to main content

Ellington Public Schools

Growing Exceptional Learners

Family Friday Update November 6, 2026

Posted Date: 11/06/26 (02:00 PM)

Center School

Friday Update - 2026-2027

November 6, 2026
A cartoon tiger face with green eyes and a brown nose.

CONNECT, COMMUNICATE, CARE

Dear Center School Families,

As we welcome the month of November, we also welcome a season centered around thankfulness and gratitude. This is a wonderful time of year to pause, reflect, and recognize all of the things that make our school community so special.

I am incredibly thankful for our students, who bring energy, curiosity, kindness, and joy into our classrooms each and every day.

I am thankful for our dedicated staff, who work tirelessly to create meaningful learning experiences and make a positive difference in the lives of children.

I am thankful for our families, whose continued support, partnership, and trust mean so much to us. And I am thankful for our greater community, which continually demonstrates what it means to come together in support of our children and our school.

It is truly the people who make a school special, and we are fortunate to have such an amazing group of people who make up the Center School community. The relationships we build, the support we provide one another, and the experiences we share are what make our school such a special place to learn and grow.

As we move through November, I encourage everyone to take a moment to recognize the people and little moments that bring gratitude into our lives. We have so much to be thankful for!

Wishing all of our families a wonderful November filled with happiness, gratitude, and time spent with those who matter most.

Check out our PTO 2026-2027 Updates!

Have an excellent weekend.

Michael 
 
A calendar page highlights the 15th with a red circle and the words 'BIG DAY'.

Important Calendar Reminders

  • November 11th - Veterans Day 
  • November 25th - Shortened School Day 
  • November 26th + 27th - No School Thanksgiving Break 
  • December 2nd, 3rd, 4th - Shortened School Days - Conferences 
  • December 18th - Shortened School Day 
  • December 18th - January 4th - Winter Break 
  • January 4th - No School - Professional Development 
  • January 5th - 1st Day Back from Winter Break 
  • January 14th - Band Concert 
  • January 18th - No School MLK Jr. Day 
  • January 26th - Chorus Concert 
 
For your convenience, here is the EPS School Calendar 26-27. 
Contact icons, including email, phone, and chat, float against a blue background.

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