Exciting Events
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Early Release Movie Day
Early Dismissal Movie - this Monday, 4/28/25
If you have already purchased a ticket & your child will be attending this event, please note that pick-up will take place at 3:40PM sharp at the rear school door. Each attendee will receive a bag of chips of their choice, but if your child would like additional snacks, please send them with cash. Thanks & we look forward to watching “Despicable Me 4!” together in the school gym!
Rowayton School Carnival
The Rowayton School Carnival is once again coming to Rowayton Elementary School on Friday, May 2nd and Saturday, May 3rd, 2025! There will be a rain date Sunday, May 4th.
The PTA will be selling unlimited-ride bracelets online as well as in-person (in-person will be the week before carnival). All bracelets can be picked up on Friday or Saturday at the carnival PTA Tent.
At the carnival, individual ride tickets will also be available for purchase at the ticket truck on the school field the day of carnival (Cash Only).
One-day Bracelets: $50 (either Fri. or Sat.)
All-weekend Bracelets: $90 (both Fri. and Sat.)
All weekend bracelets should be worn continuously, don't take them off Friday night!
Come enjoy the carnival and support our school PTA. The carnival will also include carnival games, food trucks, activity tents, live music and a bake sale! It's an event for the whole family! This event is open to the public, so bring your family and friends.
Please contact Liz Slutzky (lcslutzky@gmail.com) with any questions.
Carnival Volunteers Needed
Please consider volunteering or making a donation to support this amazing event. Check out all the ways you can help the carnival here.
Smarter Balanced Assessments Begin for Grades 3-5
The Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium (SBAC) assesses student learning and progress in English Language Arts and mathematics aligned with state standards. Grade 5 students will take an additional science assessment. These computer-based assessments help measure understanding of skills and provide data for teachers to inform instruction.
The window for administering these tests is coming up. Your child’s teacher can provide you with a more a more detailed outline of the testing schedule.
If your child must be absent during this window, a make up date will be arranged. Teachers have prepared for positive and calm testing environments. Please join us in ensuring that our students are both mentally and physically prepared. We encourage rest the night before, and breakfast will be available at school if needed. Thank you for your continued support!
May 1: Grade 5
May 2: Grade 5
May 5: Grades 3 & 4
May 6: Grades 3 & 4
May 7: Grades 3 & 4
May 8: Grade 3 & Make Ups
May 9: Grade 3 & Make Ups
May 12: Grade 5
May 13: Grades 4 & 5
May 14: Grades 4 & 5
May 15: Make Ups
May 16: Grade 5 & Make Ups
May 19: Grade 5
Register for Kindergarten Now - Only Registered Families Can Attend Orientation in May
Do you know an incoming Kindergartener for the 2025-2026 school year? Encourage families to begin registration early. Registered families will receive information and be invited the Kindergarten Open House in May. Visit the Norwalk Public Schools website to start or call the Main Office for help. Please note that students must be five years old on or before September 1, 2025 to register.
https://www.norwalkps.org/for-families/student-registration/kindergarten-registration
Teacher Appreciation Flower Sale
The PTA is coordinating a flower sale for Teacher Appreciation Week! Show your appreciation for teachers and school staff by purchasing a mini bouquet or by donating to a class bouquet! Note: Flowers will also be available the day-of, but donating in advance helps us plan ahead. During payment, you will be asked to provide the teacher's name(s).
https://www.rowaytonpta.org/flowers
Students May Not Be Dropped Off Prior to the Start of the School Day
Students may not be dropped off on campus unsupervised before 8:50am. Our school start time is 8:50am each day. Staff is not present to supervise students dropped off outside before this start time. Students should be supervised by an adult when on school property while school is not open. There are cars and buses entering our driveway, circle, parking lots, and blacktop. These areas can be unsafe for unsupervised students.
Dismissal begins at 3:35pm. Students that remain on the campus after dismissal should also be supervised by an adult and only use designated play areas such as the playgrounds. The blacktop and circle are used by cars and buses that pick up students until 6:00pm each day.
We appreciate your support in ensuring safety on our school campus before and after school.
Spring After-School Nature Explorers Series at the Potting Shed
Calling all 7-10 year olds! Join us at the Potting Shed at the Rowayton Community Center where, guided by teachers, your child will explore nature’s wonders and expand their love of science.
Our spring series will include four programs:
- April 23 - The Wonders of Soil
- April 30 - The Majesty of Trees
- May 14 - The Beauty and Bounty of Flowers
- May 21 - The Ingenuity of Pollinators
Each program will be held after school Wednesdays from 4:00–5:00 pm.
- The programs will be offered as a series (4 classes) or as individual classes.
- Individual classes cost $35 with a discounted fee of $120 for the full series.
- Scholarships to support students are available upon request.
We can only accommodate 15 children, so please register as soon as possible.
Hope to see you there! Register and pay online. There are no refunds for classes missed by the students. Should a class be cancelled by the Rowayton Gardeners, there will be a make-up class or refund offered.
Click HERE to sign up! Questions or need further info? Contact: Elizabeth Harleman (eharleman@gmail.com)
Save the Date
April 28: Early Release and Movie Day
May 1: Grade 5 Share Fair
May 2 and 3: Rowayton Carnival
May 7: PTA Meeting
May 13: Upcoming K Open House
May 22: Patriotic Sing Along at 2pm
May 23: Ambulance Touch a Truck
May 26: No School for Memorial Day
May 29: Math Olympiads Assembly Grades 3-5 at 2pm
May 29: Band and Strings Spring Concert 6pm
June 3: Field Day