SOARing through the Week at JFK
May 30, 2025
Hello Hawk Families!
What a wonderful week of community, celebration, and fun!
This week’s highlight was our incredible JFK Field Day! Our students had an absolute blast rotating through exciting stations, enjoying the outdoors, and sharing lots of laughter and fun with classmates. Be sure to check out the photos in the "Glimpse at the Week" section below to see the fun in action. A special shout out to Mrs. Anastasiou for her thoughtful and detailed planning, Beach Party Balloons for the festive decorations, and to our amazing PTO and army of parent volunteers for helping make this memorable day possible! We have an amazing village!
We also kicked off the morning with a joyful Kindergarten Celebration. It was a delight to honor our young learners and celebrate together the growth they have achieved this year. We are so proud of all they have accomplished in their first year at JFK! A special thank you to our K team for preparing our students for this special event.
Have a great weekend, JFK! Remember to take care of yourself, take care of our community and most of all BE KIND!
In partnership,
Amy E. Rizzo
Amy E. Rizzo, Principal
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Important Dates:
June 3rd- JFK Summer Reading Kickoff 1:45-2:30 pm
June 4th- PreK Celebrations (10:30 AM & 1:45PM)
June 5th- 5th Grade Celebration & Clap Out (11am-3pm) (Rain date 6/4)
June 6th- Spirit Day: Tie Dye Day!
June 9th- Staff v 5th Grade Kickball Game- Wear class shirts or JFK gear!
JFK PTO will be providing a frozen treat for all students and
staff after the game from the Kona Ice truck
June 9th & 10th- Early Dismissal for students
June 11th- Early Dismissal- Last Day of School!
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📷A Glimpse at the Week:
Click here to view pictures of some of the HAWK-SOME learning and events that happened at JFK this week!
Attention 5th Grade Families:
We can’t wait to celebrate your 5th graders with you!
5th Grade Letter to Families- 5th Grade Celebration
5th Grade Celebration: RSVP
New!!! 5th Grade Signs
2nd Annual Summer Reading Kick-Off
We are excited to announce our 2nd Annual Summer Reading Kick-Off on Tuesday, June 3rd at 1:45! Staff and students will participate in a "Drop Everything and Read" outdoor event to kick-off a summer of reading. Parents are welcome to attend (weather permitting).
All parents who would like to attend- please RSVP here by Friday, May 30th so we can plan accordingly.
We hope you will join us for some fun in the sun!
Item Drop Off at Morning Arrival
Please remember that only students should enter the front doors at arrival time. If parents or guardians have items to drop off, please speak with a staff member on duty outside for assistance.
Community Connections Center
Hi families!
Be sure to check out our latest CCC Newsletter—it’s full of fun and helpful info for the season! One highlight: the Milford United Way Duck Race is coming up on Saturday, June 7, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Fowler Memorial Bridge. The newsletter also shares great local tips—like where to pick strawberries and explore beautiful CT parks for free with your CT-registered vehicle.
Take a moment to read through and join in the fun. You’ll find even more great resources on the CCC website!
Mary-Kate Wiliams & Cara Dascenza
Milford Community Connection Centers
203-882-6094
The CCC honors all family inquiries as private and confidential unless parent permission is given or Connecticut mandated reporting applies
Specialist Spotlight: Physical Education
Hello JFK Families and Friends!
The past few weeks in P.E. have been so eventful! Mr. Oliver finished his student teaching placement on 5/9/25 and is subbing at JFK (and around Milford) when he can! He wrapped up his teaching with games of capture the flag and zoo keeper tag. Working on cardiovascular endurance, strategy building and teamwork.
Since he has left, I am thrilled to be back in full swing and we have been working on prepping for field day. In P.E. we practiced games like cornhole, kan jam, bowling pin down and flip your hoop. This way we could maximize our time playing on field day!
Field day was a success, the whole school was able to get outside and play! There were 12 stations, which were broken up with breaks for lunch, a popsicle snack and dancing! As usual, field day could not run without our amazing volunteers and PTO support. We are so grateful to have an amazing JFK Community!!!
As the year wraps up we will finish up P.E. with lots of class favorite activities. I hope everyone has a fun, safe and active summer!
Ms. Anastasiou
Older, But Important Reminders
Dismissal Reminders:
Please drive slowly and carefully at arrival and dismissal. We have had a few instances recently where cars are pulling out and there have been close calls. Proceed with caution when driving on school grounds.
If you are picking up your child as a walker, please do not enter or park in any of the spaces in the front parking lot. The front lot entrance is exclusively for car pick ups. Thank you!
Smart Watches, I-Phones, and other Personal Devices
Please note the MPS BOE Policy regarding personal technology in our schools:
At the elementary level - No use of a cell phone/smartwatch or other personal communication device will be permitted during school hours. These devices must be turned off or on silent and left in backpacks, stored in a student’s locker/cubbie or other place designated by building administration. MPS Policy
Hawks SOAR Awards - Our JFK Hawks SOAR award is designed to recognize student and staff behaviors and actions that enhance our school community and those individuals who exemplify citizenship within this community beyond the expected norms. When your child comes home with a sticker, please ask them how they SOARED that day!
Attendance Reminder
A reminder that absences should be reported in PowerSchool.
Click HERE for instructions on how to report absences. Be sure to update the date on the top of the form each time you fill it out.
Arrival and Dismissal Information -
Please do not leave students unattended at the school prior to 8:20 am.
Please note that our Walker Pick Up should be utilized for families who are walking to the building. If you are driving to JFK to pick up your child, please use our car pick up procedure. Families of students who are being dismissed as walkers should not be parking in our parking lot and then picking up at the walker door. Doing this interferes with the flow of traffic in our car pick up line. Thank you for adhering to our dismissal procedures.
Parents, please be sure to drive slowly and safely through our parking lot at drop off and pick up times. We understand that mornings can be hectic getting students off to school and adults off to work, but please drive slowly and with caution on our school grounds.
If you are dropping off your child please pull all the way forward in line and remain in the car for safety. If you wish to get out of the car, please park in a designated parking spot and walk your child to the parking lot crosswalk. Mr. Kee will assist your child in crossing safely.
Dismissal Car Tags should be placed on your dashboard/mirror when lining up for pick up. We ask that you please do not line up in the parking lot prior to 3pm.
❤️🩹News from the Nurse
MPS Health Department Guidelines
If clothing is borrowed from the school health office please wash and return :)
If possible, pack a spare set of clothes in your child's backpack. Accidents happen! Students can get wet on the playground or spill on themselves at lunch. It's always helpful to have extra clothing available
~Nurse Jacqueline Campbell
If your child has any medication in the health office, it needs to be picked up by the last day of school. Thank you!
Sign up for Dash for Danni, a 5K to raise money for cancer research. The event is on June 7 and kicks off at Foran High School."
Additional MPS information can be accessed through the district website at www.milforded.org.
JFK: A Community Where
ALL
Learners Soar!