Naugy District News: PSC Pocketbook Bingo, Whittemor...

PSC Pocketbook Bingo Parent School Council (PSC) is hosting a Pocketbook Bingo. 10 Designer Bags or $100 gift card prizes. Friday 10/13 at 7 PM (Doors open at 6 PM) St. Michael's Church Hall - 210 Church Street $35 per person - 1 Bingo Card for each of the 10 games Bring your own snacks and beverages Reserve a table of 6  - Receive one extra pack of bingo cards Door Prizes and Raffles Proceeds will support the Naugatuck High School Scholarship fund How to order: call/text: 860-550-3249  Seats are limited - Pre Sale Only Salem Elementary School PTO Fundraiser Adult Only Event - Wreath Making Date: Friday 10/6 Time: 7 - 10 PM Location: Art Party Studio - 158 Waterbury Road, Suite C, Prospect CT 06712 Wreath Themes:  Halloween, Autumn or Christmas You are welcome to bring your own snacks and beverages. Tickets are on sale: $35 for one, $60 for two wreaths. Space is limited.  You can purchase tickets through either of the links below: Directly through Art Party Studio, no fees: (Credit Card Only) Salem School Wreath Making Tickets Eventbrite: (Credit Card, Paypal, Google Pay) Salem School Wreath Making Tickets A portion of ticket sales will be donated back to the Salem Elementary School PTO. Naugatuck Youth Services Keep Being Awesome Annual Fundraiser Dinner to include music, special performance and raffles Wednesday, 10/4 at 5:30 PM Jesse Camille's - 615 Church Street This event is the Naugatuck Youth Services major fundraiser. Your presence and support is greatly  appreciated . Naugatuck Historical Societ y Halloween Happenings Family Fun  Haunted History Walking Tour 10/27  5:30 to 7:30 PM 10/28  4:30 to 7:30 PM Take a walking tour of downtown Naugatuck and meet some of the residents from the past, who never left.... Tickets:   $20 for members $25 for non-members Tickets are also available for purchase on Saturdays at the Naugatuck History Museum at the Tuttle House  from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM In addition, tickets can be reserved by emailing naugatuckhistory@gmail.com Naugatuck Historical Society Pumpkin Festival First Annual Pumpkin Festival Decorated or Carved Pumpkin Contest  Date:  10/28 Time: 3 - 8 PM Children, adults and families may enter  Carved pumpkins must be illuminated by flameless tea lights Pumpkins will be displayed in and around the Naugatuck History Museum at the Tuttle House.  Prizes will be awarded for scariest, cutest, funniest, most creative and best use of materials. Visitors will vote for their favorite pumpkin in each category. $5 suggested donation to enter the contest. Proceeds will benefit the Naugatuck History Museum.  Registration and pumpkin drop off will be on Wednesday 10/25 and Friday 10/27 from 4 - 8 PM. How to Register to Vote Who is Eligible to Vote? You must: Be a citizen of the United States Be a resident of Connecticut and of the town in which one wishes to vote Be 18 years old or 17 years old, turning 18 on or before Election Day Have completed confinement and parole if previously if previously convicted of a felony, and have had one's voting rights restored by Registrars of Voters Online Registration To register online: https://voterregistration.ct.gov/OLVR/prefix.do To use the online voter registration system in Connecticut, you must have a current and valid driver's license, learner's permit or non-driver photo identification card issued by the CT Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and a signature on file with DMV. Register In Person Visit the Naugatuck Registrar of Voters located in the Town Hall Building, 229 Church Street, 2nd Floor Monday - Friday  9 AM - 1 PM Acceptable forms of Identification: Social Security Card Pre-printed form of ID that shows your name and address or name and signature or name and photograph Register by Mail Eligible Naugatuck High School Students can pick up a voter registration form from Mrs. Obedzinski in S201 or Mrs. Brennan in N122 OR print a form found on line. Search "national voter registration form ct"  Fill it out, and mail it to your local election office.  Internet Safety Training via Zoom Learn how to keep children safe while on the internet, cell phone and playing video games.  This training is for parents, teachers & child workers Research found 8 to 12-year-olds spend an average of five and a half hours a day on screens and consuming media.  That rate climbs to over eight and a half hours a day for teens.   The Common Sense Census: Media Use by Tweens and Teens, 2021 (Click Here to Read Report) Date : Wednesday 11/8 Time : 6 - 7:30 PM via Zoom Register for the 11/8 Meeting by clicking this link. Wellness Committee Did you know that the Naugatuck Board of Education has a district Wellness Committee composed of students, parents, staff and community members interested in nutrition, health and wellness?  Come join us!   We meet on the following dates at 3 PM at the Naugatuck Board of Education - 497 Rubber Avenue  November 28 January 30 March 26  May 21 Fore more information contact co-chairs: Nicole Jeanetti  at  nicole.jeanetti@naugatuck.k12.ct.us Bernice Rizk at  bernice.rizk@naugatuck.k12. ct.us Check out the Naugatuck Public Schools district wellness policy and our required assessment of it at  Wellness Policy Naugatuck Youth Services - Youth 4 Change Join Youth 4 Change - Get Community Hours Date:  Every Thursday  Time:  2:30 PM Location:  Naugatuck Youth Services - 13 Scott Street Age:  12 - 18  The group works on issues within the school system, town, community. As well as current national topics.  Naugatuck's youth voices matters. Make a change. Get involved. For more information: marquesm2@naugatuck.k12.ct.us  NHS Boys Soccer Team Flower Fundraiser    September Only! Shop at Blossoms on Rubber Avenue and mention the NHS Boys Soccer Team.  They will donate 10% of the proceeds back to our program. Free Classes -  Golf 101 Be introduced to the world of golf. Learn the absolute essentials of the game from putting to swinging.  First come, first serve. Thursdays 9/7 - 10/5 at 5 PM Hop Brook Golf Course 615 Church Street For registration information: 203-729-8013 or 610-349-1839 Ages 12-15 SIBL Youth Basketball Tryouts There will be a Townhall Meeting for parents and players  Thursday 9/28 at 7 PM Naugatuck Parks and Rec - 607 Rubber Avenue Information about Naugatuck Power Basketball Travel Team for the Fall and Winter tournament and league season. Tryouts are continuing through October for boys and girls grades 4 - 8. For more information:  email  rjcheese04@gmail.com Naugatuck Thunderfish Swim Club Tryouts Fall Season is October 4th through March 2nd Dates : Monday, 10/2 OR Tuesday, 10/3 Time: 6 - 7 p.m.  Tryout location : Naugatuck High School Natatorium, 543 Rubber Avenue Ages : 6 - 17  CT Swimmers should:  Wear a swimsuit and bring their own towel, cap and/or goggles. Be able to swim 25 yards of freestyle and backstroke. For more information: ThunderfishSwimming@gmail.com What do prospective Thunderfish do during tryouts?  We will have the swimmer jump or dive into the deep end and complete at least one unassisted length of freestyle and demonstrate some of the three other competitive strokes (butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke). If they do not know how to properly swim all four strokes, don’t worry! Many of our swimmers start on the team with a vague knowledge of the strokes, then learn as they go. The coaches may also treat some of the tryouts as a practice session (asking them to perform certain tasks). This is to see how they will work in a practice-like setting. Our practice program is designed to acquaint and teach young swimmers the strokes and training involved in today's competitive swimming. Emphasis is placed on learning the proper stroke, start and turn techniques as well as the improvement of each swimmer’s "personal best" time in each event. Free Breakfast and lunch  August 16, 2023 Dear Parent or Guardian: We are pleased to inform you that the Naugatuck Public Schools will be implementing a program available to schools participating in the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Programs once again this year called the  Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) . What does this mean for you and your children attending the schools identified below? Great news! All enrolled students of the Naugatuck Public Schools are eligible to receive one healthy breakfast and one healthy lunch at school at  no cost  to your household each day of the school year. Your children will be able to participate in these meal programs without having to pay a fee or submit a meal application.   If you have any questions about this letter, please contact us at 203-720-5279. Sincerely, Kate Murphy Food Service Director If you would like more information regarding SNAP benefits or Husky Health Insurance; please visit Naugatuck Public Schools  website.  In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.  Program information may be made available in languages other than English. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication to obtain program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language), should contact the responsible state or local agency that administers the program or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339.  To file a program discrimination complaint, a Complainant should complete a Form AD-3027, USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form which can be obtained online at:  https://www.usda.gov/sites/default/files/documents/ad-3027.pdf , from any USDA office, by calling (866) 632-9992, or by writing a letter addressed to USDA. The letter must contain the complainant’s name, address, telephone number, and a written description of the alleged discriminatory action in sufficient detail to inform the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (ASCR) about the nature and date of an alleged civil rights violation. The completed AD-3027 form or letter must be submitted to USDA by: mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; or fax: (833) 256-1665 or (202) 690-7442; or email:   program.intake@usda.gov This institution is an equal opportunity provider. Free Winter Coat Giveaway The Naugatuck United Methodist Church invites the c ommunity to a winter coat giveaway at the snowflake festival. Date:  Saturday, 10/21 Time:  9 am - 4 pm  Location: 208 Meadow St, Naugatuck Donations of coats for the family are also welcomed before the event.   Call 203 729-4236 www.numcct.org   Union City Little League 2023 Fall Baseball and Softball Registration UCLL Baseball and Softball registration is Open! For players from any neighborhood in Eastern Naugatuck and the Town Plot section of Waterbury and/or attend Maple Hill, Hop Brook, City Hill or Gilmartin School are welcome to register. Divisions & Ages: TBall: 4-5 year-old Coach Pitch: 6 -8 year-old (BB & SB) Minors: 7-11 year-old (BB & SB) Majors: 9-11 year-old (BB & SB) New This Season Juniors: 13-14 year-old (BB & SB) (ages are “league ages” - the players age as of 8/31/24) Sign Up Fees: T Ball - $75 Coach Pitch (BB & SB) - $75 Minors (BB & SB)  - $90 Majors (BB & SB)   - $90 Juniors - (BB & SB)  - $90 Register online at   Union City LL Call or text Megan Silva at 203-910-1938 with any questions. Train to Save Lives in 2023 Become a Certified Lifesaver. Two Day Lifeguard Training : Dec. 2&3 from 8am to 5pm One Day  First Aid CPR Training with or without Connecticut Childcare: Nov. 18 from 8am to 4pm Register at  Naugatuckymca.org or call 203-729-9622 Park & Rec Programs & Events Coming this Fall! Fall family events and programs! Go to www.naugatuck-ct.gov or Naugatuck Park & Rec on Facebook for more info.   Gunntown Kids Join us for a fun-filled nature program especially designed for kids 3-12. Location : Gunntown Nature Preserve and Passive Park, 51-319 Gunntown Rd, Naugatuck!! Rain location : Naugatuck Recreation Center, 607 Rubber Ave.  October 28. Time: Saturday, 9:30-10:30am Registration : Pre-registration is required. Please contact the Parks & Rec office at 203-720-7043 to register your child! Dates: October 14 – Fire Prevention with The Naugatuck Fire Department’s Fire Truck! (Program will be held at the Naugatuck Fire Department, 41 Maple St., in event of inclement weather.) October 28 - Pumpkin Painting & Decorating – Trick or Treat! Parent/Guardians must attend with their child. Monetary donations welcome to defray the cost of these programs. Whittemore Library October Newsletter Please see the Whittemore Library October Newsletter attached to this post  Newsletter Submissions Do you have information you'd like to see included in next week's newsletter?  📰 Please Fill out this submission form .   Please send your information in plain text and keep it as short as possible. You may attach a photograph or logo as long as it has no more than 5 words in it. Fliers that include words & images won't be accepted .  All messages must be approved by administrators prior to publication.

Wednesday, Sep 27 2023

Naugy District News: Salem PTO Fundraiser, Keep Bein...

Salem Elementary School PTO Fundraiser Adult Only Event - Wreath Making Date: Friday 10/6 Time: 7 - 10 PM Location: Art Party Studio - 158 Waterbury Road, Suite C, Prospect CT 06712 Wreath Themes:  Halloween, Autumn or Christmas You are welcome to bring your own snacks and beverages. Tickets are on sale: $35 for one, $60 for two wreaths. Space is limited.  You can purchase tickets through either of the links below: Directly through Art Party Studio, no fees: (Credit Card Only) Salem School Wreath Making Tickets Eventbrite: (Credit Card, Paypal, Google Pay) Salem School Wreath Making Tickets A portion of ticket sales will be donated back to the Salem Elementary School PTO. Naugatuck Youth Services Keep Being Awesome Annual Fundraiser Dinner to include music, special performance and raffles Wednesday, 10/4 at 5:30 PM Jesse Camille's - 615 Church Street This event is Naugatuck Youth Services major fundraiser. Your presence and support is greatly  appreciated . Naugatuck Historical Societ y Halloween Happenings Family Fun  Haunted History Walking Tour 10/27  5:30 to 7:30 PM 10/28  4:30 to 7:30 PM Take a walking tour of downtown Naugatuck and meet some of the residents from the past, who never left.... Tickets:   $20 for members $25 for non-members Tickets are also available for purchase on Saturdays at the Naugatuck History Museum at the Tuttle House from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM In addition, tickets can be reserved by emailing naugatuckhistory@gmail.com Naugatuck Historical Society Pumpkin Festival First Annual Pumpkin Festival Decorated or Carved Pumpkin Contest  Date:  10/28 Time: 3 - 8 PM Children, adults and families may enter  Carved pumpkins must be illuminated by flameless tea lights Pumpkins will be displayed in and around the Naugatuck History Museum at the Tuttle House.  Prizes will be awarded for scariest, cutest, funniest, most creative and best use of materials. Visitors will vote for their favorite pumpkin in each category. $5 suggested donation to enter the contest. Proceeds will benefit the Naugatuck History Museum.  Registration and pumpkin drop off will be on Wednesday 10/25 and Friday 10/27 from  4 - 8 PM. How to Register to Vote Who is Eligible to Vote? You must: Be a citizen of the United States Be a resident of Connecticut and of the town in which one wishes to vote Be 18 years old or 17 years old, turning 18 on or before Election Day Have completed confinement and parole if previously if previously convicted of a felony, and have had one's voting rights restored by Registrars of Voters Online Registration To register online: https://voterregistration.ct.gov/OLVR/prefix.do To use the online voter registration system in Connecticut, you must have a current and valid driver's license, learner's permit or non-driver photo identification card issued by the CT Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and a signature on file with DMV. Register In Person Visit the Naugatuck Registrar of Voters located in the Town Hall Building, 229 Church Street, 2nd Floor Monday - Friday  9 AM - 1 PM Acceptable forms of Identification: Social Security Card Pre-printed form of ID that shows your name and address or name and signature or name and photograph Register by Mail Eligible Naugatuck High School Students can pick up a voter registration form from Mrs. Obedzinski in S201 or Mrs. Brennan in N122 OR print a form found on line. Search "national voter registration form ct"  Fill it out, and mail it to your local election office.  Internet Safety Training via Zoom Learn how to keep children safe while on the internet, cell phone and playing video games.  This training is for parents, teachers & child workers Research found 8 to 12-year-olds spend an average of five and a half hours a day on screens and consuming media.  That rate climbs to over eight and a half hours a day for teens.   The Common Sense Census: Media Use by Tweens and Teens, 2021 (Click Here to Read Report) Date : Wednesday 11/8 Time : 6 - 7:30 PM via Zoom Register for the 11/8 Meeting by clicking this link. Wellness Committee Did you know that the Naugatuck Board of Education has a district Wellness Committee composed of students, parents, staff and community members interested in nutrition, health and wellness?  Come join us!   We meet on the following dates at 3 PM at the Naugatuck Board of Education - 497 Rubber Avenue  November 28 January 30 March 26  May 21 Fore more information contact co-chairs: Nicole Jeanetti  at  nicole.jeanetti@naugatuck.k12.ct.us Bernice Rizk at  bernice.rizk@naugatuck.k12. ct.us Check out the Naugatuck Public Schools district wellness policy and our required assessment of it at  Wellness Policy Naugatuck Youth Services - Youth 4 Change Join Youth 4 Change - Get Community Hours Date:  Every Thursday  Time:  2:30 PM Location:  Naugatuck Youth Services - 13 Scott Street Age:  12 - 18  The group works on issues within the school system, town, community. As well as current national topics.  Naugatuck's youth voices matters. Make a change. Get involved. For more information: marquesm2@naugatuck.k12.ct.us  NHS Boys Soccer Team Flower Fundraiser    September Only! Shop at Blossoms on Rubber Avenue and mention the NHS Boys Soccer Team.  They will donate 10% of the proceeds back to our program. Free Classes -  Golf 101 Be introduced to the world of golf. Learn the absolute essentials of the game from putting to swinging.  First come, first serve. Thursdays 9/7 - 10/5 at 5 PM Hop Brook Golf Course 615 Church Street For registration information: 203-729-8013 or 610-349-1839 Ages 12-15 SIBL Youth Basketball Tryouts Tryouts every Thursday for the month of September Naugatuck Parks and Rec - 607 Rubber Avenue Ages 10 - 12 Tryouts/Practice for boys and girls 6 - 7:30pm every Thursday  Ages 13 - 15 Tryouts/Practice for boys and girls  7:30 - 9pm every Thursday There will be a Townhall the last Thursday of the month for all parents at 7 PM. Information will be provided and questions will be answered. For more information:  email  rjcheese04@gmail.com Naugatuck Thunderfish Swim Club Tryouts Fall Season is October 4th through March 2nd Dates : Monday, 10/2 OR Tuesday, 10/3 Time: 6 - 7 p.m.  Tryout location : Naugatuck High School Natatorium, 543 Rubber Avenue Ages : 6 - 17  CT Swimmers should:  Wear a swimsuit and bring their own towel, cap and/or goggles. Be able to swim 25 yards of freestyle and backstroke. For more information: ThunderfishSwimming@gmail.com What do prospective Thunderfish do during tryouts?  We will have the swimmer jump or dive into the deep end and complete at least one unassisted length of freestyle and demonstrate some of the three other competitive strokes (butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke). If they do not know how to properly swim all four strokes, don’t worry! Many of our swimmers start on the team with a vague knowledge of the strokes, then learn as they go. The coaches may also treat some of the tryouts as a practice session (asking them to perform certain tasks). This is to see how they will work in a practice-like setting. Our practice program is designed to acquaint and teach young swimmers the strokes and training involved in today's competitive swimming. Emphasis is placed on learning the proper stroke, start and turn techniques as well as the improvement of each swimmer’s "personal best" time in each event. Free Breakfast and lunch  August 16, 2023 Dear Parent or Guardian: We are pleased to inform you that the Naugatuck Public Schools will be implementing a program available to schools participating in the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Programs once again this year called the  Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) . What does this mean for you and your children attending the schools identified below? Great news! All enrolled students of the Naugatuck Public Schools are eligible to receive one healthy breakfast and one healthy lunch at school at  no cost  to your household each day of the school year. Your children will be able to participate in these meal programs without having to pay a fee or submit a meal application.   If you have any questions about this letter, please contact us at 203-720-5279. Sincerely, Kate Murphy Food Service Director If you would like more information regarding SNAP benefits or Husky Health Insurance; please visit Naugatuck Public Schools  website.  In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.  Program information may be made available in languages other than English. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication to obtain program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language), should contact the responsible state or local agency that administers the program or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339.  To file a program discrimination complaint, a Complainant should complete a Form AD-3027, USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form which can be obtained online at:  https://www.usda.gov/sites/default/files/documents/ad-3027.pdf , from any USDA office, by calling (866) 632-9992, or by writing a letter addressed to USDA. The letter must contain the complainant’s name, address, telephone number, and a written description of the alleged discriminatory action in sufficient detail to inform the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (ASCR) about the nature and date of an alleged civil rights violation. The completed AD-3027 form or letter must be submitted to USDA by: mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; or fax: (833) 256-1665 or (202) 690-7442; or email:   program.intake@usda.gov This institution is an equal opportunity provider. Free Winter Coat Giveaway The Naugatuck United Methodist Church invites the c ommunity to a winter coat giveaway at the snowflake festival. Date:  Saturday, 10/21 Time:  9 am - 4 pm  Location: 208 Meadow St, Naugatuck Donations of coats for the family are also welcomed before the event.   Call 203 729-4236 www.numcct.org   Union City Little League 2023 Fall Baseball and Softball Registration UCLL Baseball and Softball registration is Open! For players from any neighborhood in Eastern Naugatuck and the Town Plot section of Waterbury and/or attend Maple Hill, Hop Brook, City Hill or Gilmartin School are welcome to register. Divisions & Ages: TBall: 4-5 year-old Coach Pitch: 6 -8 year-old (BB & SB) Minors: 7-11 year-old (BB & SB) Majors: 9-11 year-old (BB & SB) New This Season Juniors: 13-14 year-old (BB & SB) (ages are “league ages” - the players age as of 8/31/24) Sign Up Fees: T Ball - $75 Coach Pitch (BB & SB) - $75 Minors (BB & SB)  - $90 Majors (BB & SB)   - $90 Juniors - (BB & SB)  - $90 Register online at   Union City LL Call or text Megan Silva at 203-910-1938 with any questions. Train to Save Lives in 2023 Become a Certified Lifesaver. Two Day Lifeguard Training : Dec. 2&3 from 8am to 5pm One Day  First Aid CPR Training with or without Connecticut Childcare: Nov. 18 from 8am to 4pm Register at  Naugatuckymca.org or call 203-729-9622 Park & Rec Programs & Events Coming this Fall! Fall family events and programs! Go to www.naugatuck-ct.gov or Naugatuck Park & Rec on Facebook for more info.   Gunntown Kids Join us for a fun-filled nature program especially designed for kids 3-12. Location : Gunntown Nature Preserve and Passive Park, 51-319 Gunntown Rd, Naugatuck!! Rain location : Naugatuck Recreation Center, 607 Rubber Ave. for the following dates: September 16, & October 28. Time: Saturdays, 9:30-10:30am Registration : Pre-registration is required. Please contact the Parks & Rec office at 203-720-7043 to register your child! Dates: October 14 – Fire Prevention with The Naugatuck Fire Department’s Fire Truck! (Program will be held at the Naugatuck Fire Department, 41 Maple St., in event of inclement weather.) October 28 - Pumpkin Painting & Decorating – Trick or Treat! Parent/Guardians must attend with their child. Monetary donations welcome to defray the cost of these programs. Newsletter Submissions Do you have information you'd like to see included in next week's newsletter?  📰 Please Fill out this submission form .   Please send your information in plain text and keep it as short as possible. You may attach a photograph or logo as long as it has no more than 5 words in it. Fliers that include words & images won't be accepted .  All messages must be approved by administrators prior to publication.

Wednesday, Sep 27 2023

Naugy District News. Voter Registration, Internet Sa...

How to Register to Vote Who is Eligible to Vote? You must: Be a citizen of the United States Be a resident of Connecticut and of the town in which one wishes to vote Be 18 years old or 17 years old, turning 18 on or before Election Day Have completed confinement and parole if previously if previously convicted of a felony, and have had one's voting rights restored by Registrars of Voters Online Registration To register online: https://voterregistration.ct.gov/OLVR/prefix.do To use the online voter registration system in Connecticut, you must have a current and valid driver's license, learner's permit or non-driver photo identification card issued by the CT Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and a signature on file with DMV. Register In Person Visit the Naugatuck Registrar of Voters located in the Town Hall Building, 229 Church Street, 2nd Floor Monday - Friday  9 AM - 1 PM Acceptable forms of Identification: Social Security Card Pre-printed form of ID that shows your name and address or name and signature or name and photograph Register by Mail Eligible Naugatuck High School Students can pick up a voter registration form from Mrs. Obedzinski in S201 or Mrs. Brennan in N122 OR print a form found on line. Search "national voter registration form ct"  Fill it out, and mail it to your local election office.  Naugatuck High School In Person Voter Registration Day is planned for Tuesday 9/26 from 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM in the NHS Cafeteria. Ms. Francine Fruin of the Naugatuck Registrar of Voters will be in the Cafe to answer questions about registration and help eligible students register. Internet Safety Training via Zoom Learn how to keep children safe while on the internet, cell phone and playing video games.  This training is for parents, teachers & child workers Research found 8 to 12-year-olds spend an average of five and a half hours a day on screens and consuming media.  That rate climbs to over eight and a half hours a day for teens.   The Common Sense Census: Media Use by Tweens and Teens, 2021 (Click Here to Read Report) Date: Tuesday 9/26 Time: 6 - 7:30 PM via Zoom Register for the 9/26 Meeting by clicking this link . OR Date: Wednesday 11/8 Time: 6 - 7:30 PM via Zoom Register for the 11/8 Meeting by clicking this link. New Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Angela D. Griffin will join Naugatuck Public Schools as its new director of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. Ms. Griffin comes to Naugatuck from Simsbury Public Schools, where she was the K-12 director of music and performing arts for 13 years. In Simsbury, she served as a founding member of a district-wide equity council. Ms. Griffin has an unending passion for education that led her to complete the Harvard Graduate School of Education Certificate of Advanced Education Leadership, and in the fall she will be a facilitator of the Harvard Graduate School of Education School Leaders of Color Organizational Development Collaborative. She has received the William A. Yarrow Educator Award from the Bushnell Center for the Performing Arts as well as the Yale Distinguished Music Educator Award. We are incredibly excited that Ms. Griffin is joining our team and expect that she will begin in mid-October.  Thank you to all who served on the interview committees! Wellness Committee Did you know that the Naugatuck Board of Education has a district Wellness Committee composed of students, parents, staff and community members interested in nutrition, health and wellness?  Come join us!   We meet on the following dates at 3 PM at the Naugatuck Board of Education - 497 Rubber Avenue  September 26 November 28 January 30 March 26  May 21 Fore more information contact co-chairs: Nicole Jeanetti  at  nicole.jeanetti@naugatuck.k12.ct.us Bernice Rizk at  bernice.rizk@naugatuck.k12. ct.us Check out the Naugatuck Public Schools district wellness policy and our required assessment of it at  Wellness Policy Naugatuck Youth Services - Youth 4 Change Join Youth 4 Change - Get Community Hours Date:  Every Thursday  Time:  2:30 PM Location:  Naugatuck Youth Services - 13 Scott Street Age:  12 - 18  The group works on issues within the school system, town, community. As well as current national topics.  Naugatuck's youth voices matters. Make a change. Get involved. For more information: marquesm2@naugatuck.k12.ct.us  NHS Boys Soccer Team Flower Fundraiser    September Only! Shop at Blossoms on Rubber Avenue and mention the NHS Boys Soccer Team.  They will donate 10% of the proceeds back to our program. Free Classes -  Golf 101 Be introduced to the world of golf. Learn the absolute essentials of the game from putting to swinging.  First come, first serve. Thursdays 9/7 - 10/5 at 5 PM Hop Brook Golf Course 615 Church Street Call for Registration Information: 610-349-1839  Ages 12-15 SIBL Youth Basketball Tryouts Tryouts every Thursday for the month of September Naugatuck Parks and Rec - 607 Rubber Avenue Ages 10 - 12 Tryouts/Practice for boys and girls 6 - 7:30pm every Thursday  Ages 13 - 15 Tryouts/Practice for boys and girls  7:30 - 9pm every Thursday There will be a Townhall the last Thursday of the month for all parents at 7 PM. Information will be provided and questions will be answered. For more information:  email  rjcheese04@gmail.com Naugatuck Thunderfish Swim Club Tryouts Fall Season is October 4th through March 2nd Dates: Monday, 10/2 OR Tuesday, 10/3 Time: 6 - 7 p.m.  Tryout location: Naugatuck High School Natatorium, 543 Rubber Avenue Ages: 6 - 17  CT Swimmers should:  Wear a swimsuit and bring their own towel, cap and/or goggles. Be able to swim 25 yards of freestyle and backstroke. For more information: ThunderfishSwimming@gmail.com What do prospective Thunderfish do during tryouts?  We will have the swimmer jump or dive into the deep end and complete at least one unassisted length of freestyle and demonstrate some of the three other competitive strokes (butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke). If they do not know how to properly swim all four strokes, don’t worry! Many of our swimmers start on the team with a vague knowledge of the strokes, then learn as they go. The coaches may also treat some of the tryouts as a practice session (asking them to perform certain tasks). This is to see how they will work in a practice-like setting. Our practice program is designed to acquaint and teach young swimmers the strokes and training involved in today's competitive swimming. Emphasis is placed on learning the proper stroke, start and turn techniques as well as the improvement of each swimmer’s "personal best" time in each event. Free Breakfast and lunch  August 16, 2023 Dear Parent or Guardian: We are pleased to inform you that the Naugatuck Public Schools will be implementing a program available to schools participating in the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Programs once again this year called the  Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) . What does this mean for you and your children attending the schools identified below? Great news! All enrolled students of the Naugatuck Public Schools are eligible to receive one healthy breakfast and one healthy lunch at school at  no cost  to your household each day of the school year. Your children will be able to participate in these meal programs without having to pay a fee or submit a meal application.   If you have any questions about this letter, please contact us at 203-720-5279. Sincerely, Kate Murphy Food Service Director If you would like more information regarding SNAP benefits or Husky Health Insurance; please visit Naugatuck Public Schools  website.  In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.  Program information may be made available in languages other than English. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication to obtain program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language), should contact the responsible state or local agency that administers the program or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339.  To file a program discrimination complaint, a Complainant should complete a Form AD-3027, USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form which can be obtained online at:  https://www.usda.gov/sites/default/files/documents/ad-3027.pdf , from any USDA office, by calling (866) 632-9992, or by writing a letter addressed to USDA. The letter must contain the complainant’s name, address, telephone number, and a written description of the alleged discriminatory action in sufficient detail to inform the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (ASCR) about the nature and date of an alleged civil rights violation. The completed AD-3027 form or letter must be submitted to USDA by: mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; or fax: (833) 256-1665 or (202) 690-7442; or email:   program.intake@usda.gov This institution is an equal opportunity provider. Free Winter Coat Giveaway The Naugatuck United Methodist Church invites the c ommunity to a winter coat giveaway at the snowflake festival. Date:  Saturday, 10/21 Time:  9 am - 4 pm  Location: 208 Meadow St, Naugatuck Donations of coats for the family are also welcomed before the event.   Call 203 729-4236 www.numcct.org   Union City Little League 2023 Fall Baseball and Softball Registration UCLL Baseball and Softball registration is Open! For players from any neighborhood in Eastern Naugatuck and the Town Plot section of Waterbury and/or attend Maple Hill, Hop Brook, City Hill or Gilmartin School are welcome to register. Divisions & Ages: TBall: 4-5 year-old Coach Pitch: 6 -8 year-old (BB & SB) Minors: 7-11 year-old (BB & SB) Majors: 9-11 year-old (BB & SB) New This Season Juniors: 13-14 year-old (BB & SB) (ages are “league ages” - the players age as of 8/31/24) Sign Up Fees: T Ball - $75 Coach Pitch (BB & SB) - $75 Minors (BB & SB)  - $90 Majors (BB & SB)   - $90 Juniors - (BB & SB)  - $90 Register online at   Union City LL Call or text Megan Silva at 203-910-1938 with any questions. Train to Save Lives in 2023 Become a Certified Lifesaver. Two Day Lifeguard Training : Dec. 2&3 from 8am to 5pm One Day  First Aid CPR Training with or without Connecticut Childcare: Nov. 18 from 8am to 4pm Register at  Naugatuckymca.org or call 203-729-9622 Park & Rec Programs & Events Coming this Fall! Fall family events and programs! Go to www.naugatuck-ct.gov or Naugatuck Park & Rec on Facebook for more info.   Gunntown Kids Join us for a fun-filled nature program especially designed for kids 3-12. Location : Gunntown Nature Preserve and Passive Park, 51-319 Gunntown Rd, Naugatuck!! Rain location : Naugatuck Recreation Center, 607 Rubber Ave. for the following dates: September 16, & October 28. Time: Saturdays, 9:30-10:30am Registration : Pre-registration is required. Please contact the Parks & Rec office at 203-720-7043 to register your child! Dates: October 14 – Fire Prevention with The Naugatuck Fire Department’s Fire Truck! (Program will be held at the Naugatuck Fire Department, 41 Maple St., in event of inclement weather.) October 28 - Pumpkin Painting & Decorating – Trick or Treat! Parent/Guardians must attend with their child. Monetary donations welcome to defray the cost of these programs. Newsletter Submissions Do you have information you'd like to see included in next week's newsletter?  📰 Please Fill out this submission form .   Please send your information in plain text and keep it as short as possible. 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Wednesday, Sep 20 2023

Naugy District News: Free Car Wash, Cornhole Fundra...

Naugatuck Youth Services Youth 4 Change  Join Youth 4 Change - Get Community Hours Date: Every Thursday  Time:  2:30 PM Location:  Naugatuck Youth Services - 13 Scott Street Age:  12 - 18  The group works on issues within the school system, town, community. As well as current national topics.  Naugatuck's youth voices matters. Make a change. Get involved. For more information: marquesm2@naugatuck.k12.ct.us NHS Boys Soccer Team Car Wash Free Car Wash   Date:  Saturday 9/16 Time: 10am-2pm   Location: Naugatuck High School Donations accepted to help raise money for Naugatuck High School Boys Soccer. Come on down and put our players to work!  Venmo donations accepted @Heather-Anderson-201 just put NHS car wash  in the details. Naugatuck Pop Warner Cornhole Fundraiser Date: Saturday Sept. 16 Location: Elks Club - 758 Rubber Avenue Time: 12 Noon Check-in Bags fly at 1PM Airmail Challenge 50/50 Rafle 4 Games Round Robin into 1 Double Elimination Bracket Social:  Max Team SPR 100 - $50/Team (50% payout to top 3 teams) Competitive:  $80/Team (75% payout to top 3 teams)  NHS Boys Soccer Team Flower Fundraiser    September Only! Shop at Blossoms on Rubber Avenue and mention the NHS Boys Soccer Team.  They will donate 10% of the proceeds back to our program. Free Classes -  Golf 101 Be introduced to the world of golf. Learn the absolute essentials of the game from putting to swinging.  First come, first serve. Thursdays 9/7 - 10/5 Hop Brook Golf Course 615 Church Street 203-729-8013 Ages 12-15 SIBL Youth Basketball Tryouts Tryouts every Thursday for the month of September Naugatuck Parks and Rec - 607 Rubber Avenue Ages 10 - 12 Tryouts/Practice for boys and girls 6 - 7:30pm every Thursday  Ages 13 - 15 Tryouts/Practice for boys and girls  7:30 - 9pm every Thursday There will be a Townhall the last Thursday of the month for all parents at 7 PM. Information will be provided and questions will be answered. For more information:  email  rjcheese04@gmail.com Naugatuck Thunderfish Swim Club Tryouts Fall Season is October 4th through March 2nd Dates: Monday, 10/2 OR Tuesday, 10/3 Time: 6 - 7 p.m.  Tryout location: Naugatuck High School Natatorium, 543 Rubber Avenue Ages: 6 - 17  CT Swimmers should:  Wear a swimsuit and bring their own towel, cap and/or goggles. Be able to swim 25 yards of freestyle and backstroke. For more information: ThunderfishSwimming@gmail.com What do prospective Thunderfish do during tryouts?  We will have the swimmer jump or dive into the deep end and complete at least one unassisted length of freestyle and demonstrate some of the three other competitive strokes (butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke). If they do not know how to properly swim all four strokes, don’t worry! Many of our swimmers start on the team with a vague knowledge of the strokes, then learn as they go. The coaches may also treat some of the tryouts as a practice session (asking them to perform certain tasks). This is to see how they will work in a practice-like setting. Our practice program is designed to acquaint and teach young swimmers the strokes and training involved in today's competitive swimming. Emphasis is placed on learning the proper stroke, start and turn techniques as well as the improvement of each swimmer’s "personal best" time in each event. Free Breakfast and lunch  August 16, 2023 Dear Parent or Guardian: We are pleased to inform you that the Naugatuck Public Schools will be implementing a program available to schools participating in the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Programs once again this year called the  Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) . What does this mean for you and your children attending the schools identified below? Great news! All enrolled students of the Naugatuck Public Schools are eligible to receive one healthy breakfast and one healthy lunch at school at  no cost  to your household each day of the school year. Your children will be able to participate in these meal programs without having to pay a fee or submit a meal application.   If you have any questions about this letter, please contact us at 203-720-5279. Sincerely, Kate Murphy Food Service Director If you would like more information regarding SNAP benefits or Husky Health Insurance; please visit Naugatuck Public Schools  website.  In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.  Program information may be made available in languages other than English. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication to obtain program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language), should contact the responsible state or local agency that administers the program or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339.  To file a program discrimination complaint, a Complainant should complete a Form AD-3027, USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form which can be obtained online at:  https://www.usda.gov/sites/default/files/documents/ad-3027.pdf , from any USDA office, by calling (866) 632-9992, or by writing a letter addressed to USDA. The letter must contain the complainant’s name, address, telephone number, and a written description of the alleged discriminatory action in sufficient detail to inform the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (ASCR) about the nature and date of an alleged civil rights violation. The completed AD-3027 form or letter must be submitted to USDA by: mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; or fax: (833) 256-1665 or (202) 690-7442; or email:   program.intake@usda.gov This institution is an equal opportunity provider. Cub Scout Open House Scouting Open House Date: Sept. 13 Time: 6:30 - 8:30 pm Location: Naugatuck Town Green  Boys and Girls ages 5 - 18 Join us in the Naugatuck Green to learn more about scouting and find a pack that’s right for you!  Contact: jeromy.nelson@scouting.org Cub Scout Information: pack109naugatuckct@gmail.com   Free Winter Coat Giveaway The Naugatuck United Methodist Church invites the c ommunity to a winter coat giveaway at the snowflake festival. Date:  Saturday, 10/21 Time:  9 am - 4 pm  Location: 208 Meadow St, Naugatuck Donations of coats for the family are also welcomed before the event.   Call 203 729-4236 www.numcct.org   School Bus Routes School Bus Routes have been updated and can be found on The Naugatuck Public Schools Website. Union City Little League 2023 Fall Baseball and Softball Registration UCLL Baseball and Softball registration is Open! For players from any neighborhood in Eastern Naugatuck and the Town Plot section of Waterbury and/or attend Maple Hill, Hop Brook, City Hill or Gilmartin School are welcome to register. Divisions & Ages: TBall: 4-5 year-old Coach Pitch: 6 -8 year-old (BB & SB) Minors: 7-11 year-old (BB & SB) Majors: 9-11 year-old (BB & SB) New This Season Juniors: 13-14 year-old (BB & SB) (ages are “league ages” - the players age as of 8/31/24) Sign Up Fees: T Ball - $75 Coach Pitch (BB & SB) - $75 Minors (BB & SB)  - $90 Majors (BB & SB)   - $90 Juniors - (BB & SB)  - $90 Register online at   Union City LL Call or text Megan Silva at 203-910-1938 with any questions. Harvest Moon Festival Harvest Moon Festival - The Spanners Band ( Brought to you by the Naugatuck Arts Commission) Location : Naugatuck Green  Date and Time: Sept. 15, 6-8 p.m. Train to Save Lives in 2023 Become a Certified Lifesaver. Two Day Lifeguard Training : Mar. 11&12, May 6&7, July 1&2, Dec. 2&3 from 8am to 5pm One Day  First Aid CPR Training with or without Connecticut Childcare: Sept 9, Nov. 18 from 8am to 4pm Register at  Naugatuckymca.org or call 203-729-9622 Park & Rec Programs & Events Coming this Fall! Fall family events and programs! Go to www.naugatuck-ct.gov or Naugatuck Park & Rec on Facebook for more info.   Gunntown Kids Join us for a fun-filled nature program especially designed for kids 3-12. Location : Gunntown Nature Preserve and Passive Park, 51-319 Gunntown Rd, Naugatuck!! Rain location : Naugatuck Recreation Center, 607 Rubber Ave. for the following dates: September 16, & October 28. Time: Saturdays, 9:30-10:30am Registration : Pre-registration is required. Please contact the Parks & Rec office at 203-720-7043 to register your child! Dates: September 16 – Author Emily Franke reads her book The Ladybug who lived on a Four Leaf Clover. Signed copies will be available for purchase. October 14 – Fire Prevention with The Naugatuck Fire Department’s Fire Truck! (Program will be held at the Naugatuck Fire Department, 41 Maple St., in event of inclement weather.) October 28 - Pumpkin Painting & Decorating – Trick or Treat! Parent/Guardians must attend with their child. Monetary donations welcome to defray the cost of these programs. Newsletter Submissions Do you have information you'd like to see included in next week's newsletter?  📰 Please Fill out this submission form .   Please send your information in plain text and keep it as short as possible. You may attach a photograph or logo as long as it has no more than 5 words in it. Fliers that include words & images won't be accepted .  All messages must be approved by administrators prior to publication.

Wednesday, Sep 13 2023

Naugy District News...Thunderfish, Cub Scout, Free W...

Naugatuck Thunderfish Swim Club Tryouts Fall Season is October 4th through March 2nd Dates: Monday, 10/2 OR Tuesday, 10/3 Time: 6 - 7 p.m.  Tryout location: Naugatuck High School Natatorium, 543 Rubber Avenue Ages: 6 - 17  CT Swimmers should:  Wear a swimsuit and bring their own towel, cap and/or goggles. Be able to swim 25 yards of freestyle and backstroke. For more information:  ThunderfishSwimming@gmail.com What do prospective Thunderfish do during tryouts?  We will have the swimmer jump or dive into the deep end and complete at least one unassisted length of freestyle and demonstrate some of the three other competitive strokes (butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke). If they do not know how to properly swim all four strokes, don’t worry! Many of our swimmers start on the team with a vague knowledge of the strokes, then learn as they go. The coaches may also treat some of the tryouts as a practice session (asking them to perform certain tasks). This is to see how they will work in a practice-like setting. Our practice program is designed to acquaint and teach young swimmers the strokes and training involved in today's competitive swimming. Emphasis is placed on learning the proper stroke, start and turn techniques as well as the improvement of each swimmer’s "personal best" time in each event. Free Breakfast and lunch  August 16, 2023 Dear Parent or Guardian: We are pleased to inform you that the Naugatuck Public Schools will be implementing a program available to schools participating in the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Programs once again this year called the  Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) . What does this mean for you and your children attending the schools identified below? Great news! All enrolled students of the Naugatuck Public Schools are eligible to receive one healthy breakfast and one healthy lunch at school at  no cost  to your household each day of the school year. Your children will be able to participate in these meal programs without having to pay a fee or submit a meal application.   If you have any questions about this letter, please contact us at 203-720-5279. Sincerely, Kate Murphy Food Service Director If you would like more information regarding SNAP benefits or Husky Health Insurance; please visit Naugatuck Public Schools  website.  In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity.  Program information may be made available in languages other than English. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication to obtain program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language), should contact the responsible state or local agency that administers the program or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339.  To file a program discrimination complaint, a Complainant should complete a Form AD-3027, USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form which can be obtained online at:  https://www.usda.gov/sites/default/files/documents/ad-3027.pdf , from any USDA office, by calling (866) 632-9992, or by writing a letter addressed to USDA. The letter must contain the complainant’s name, address, telephone number, and a written description of the alleged discriminatory action in sufficient detail to inform the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (ASCR) about the nature and date of an alleged civil rights violation. The completed AD-3027 form or letter must be submitted to USDA by: mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; or fax: (833) 256-1665 or (202) 690-7442; or email:   program.intake@usda.gov This institution is an equal opportunity provider. Cub Scout Open House Scouting Open House Date: Sept. 13 Time:  6:30 - 8:30 pm Location:  Naugatuck Town Green  Boys and Girls ages 5 - 18 Join us in the Naugatuck Green to learn more about scouting and find a pack that’s right for you!  Contact: jeromy.nelson@scouting.org Cub Scout information:  pack109naugatuckct@gmail.com   Free Winter Coat Giveaway The Naugatuck United Methodist Church invites the c ommunity to a winter coat giveaway at the snowflake festival. Date:  Saturday, 10/21 Time:  9 am - 4 pm  Location: 208 Meadow St, Naugatuck Donations of coats for the family are also welcomed before the event.   Call 203 729-4236 www.numcct.org   School Bus Routes School Bus Routes have been updated and can be found on The Naugatuck Public Schools Website. Union City Little League 2023 Fall Baseball and Softball Registration UCLL Baseball and Softball registration is Open! For players from any neighborhood in Eastern Naugatuck and the Town Plot section of Waterbury and/or attend Maple Hill, Hop Brook, City Hill or Gilmartin School are welcome to register. Divisions & Ages: TBall: 4-5 year-old Coach Pitch: 6 -8 year-old (BB & SB) Minors: 7-11 year-old (BB & SB) Majors: 9-11 year-old (BB & SB) New This Season Juniors: 13-14 year-old (BB & SB) (ages are “league ages” - the players age as of 8/31/24) Sign Up Fees: T Ball - $75 Coach Pitch (BB & SB) - $75 Minors (BB & SB)  - $90 Majors (BB & SB)   - $90 Juniors - (BB & SB)  - $90 Register online at   Union City LL Call or text Megan Silva at 203-910-1938 with any questions. Harvest Moon Festival Harvest Moon Festival - The Spanners Band ( Brought to you by the Naugatuck Arts Commission) Location : Naugatuck Green  Date and Time: Sept. 15, 6-8 p.m. Train to Save Lives in 2023 Become a Certified Lifesaver. Two Day Lifeguard Training : Mar. 11&12, May 6&7, July 1&2, Dec. 2&3 from 8am to 5pm One Day  First Aid CPR Training with or without Connecticut Childcare: Sept 9, Nov. 18 from 8am to 4pm Register at  Naugatuckymca.org or call 203-729-9622 Park & Rec Programs & Events Coming this Fall! Fall family events and programs! Go to www.naugatuck-ct.gov or Naugatuck Park & Rec on Facebook for more info.   Gunntown Kids Join us for a fun-filled nature program especially designed for kids 3-12. Location : Gunntown Nature Preserve and Passive Park, 51-319 Gunntown Rd, Naugatuck!! Rain location : Naugatuck Recreation Center, 607 Rubber Ave. for the following dates: September 16, & October 28. Time: Saturdays, 9:30-10:30am Registration : Pre-registration is required. Please contact the Parks & Rec office at 203-720-7043 to register your child! Dates: September 16 – Author Emily Franke reads her book The Ladybug who lived on a Four Leaf Clover. Signed copies will be available for purchase. October 14 – Fire Prevention with The Naugatuck Fire Department’s Fire Truck! (Program will be held at the Naugatuck Fire Department, 41 Maple St., in event of inclement weather.) October 28 - Pumpkin Painting & Decorating – Trick or Treat! Parent/Guardians must attend with their child. Monetary donations welcome to defray the cost of these programs. Newsletter Submissions Do you have information you'd like to see included in next week's newsletter?  📰 Please Fill out this submission form .   Please send your information in plain text and keep it as short as possible. You may attach a photograph or logo as long as it has no more than 5 words in it. Fliers that include words & images won't be accepted .  All messages must be approved by administrators prior to publication.

Wednesday, Sep 06 2023

📰 Naugy District News: Fall Sports Tryouts, After Sc...

New Early Childhood Center Director Help us welcome Liying (Lily) Zhao as our new director at the Early Childhood Center at Central Avenue! Lily is joining us from the Brass City Charter School in Waterbury, where she has worked as a principal since 2017, and before that as a teacher. At Brass City, Lily found success in the classroom and as a leader, taking the school through a complicated accreditation process.  Lily has coached teachers on providing play-based experiences that promote critical thinking and problem-solving.  “My goal is to inspire educators and students to become life-long learners,” Lily said. Lily is working toward earning her administrators certificate from the University of Connecticut. She earned her CT Director’s Credential in Early Childhood Education in 2020 from Charter Oak State College in 2020.  Fall Basketball Tryouts Boys and Girls Naugatuck Power Travel Teams Grade Levels : 4-8 Dates:  Thursday Aug. 24 & 31  Times:   Grade 4-6: 7 pm- 8:10 pm  Grade: 7-8: 8:15 pm - 9:30 pm Location: Parks And Recreation Gym, 607 Rubber Ave Tryout Fee:  $10 Register And Pay At Gym Site SPARK Fall Registration  Registration Deadline  Aug. 25 in order to start the first day of school.   Mail paperwork to:  SPARK, LLC  143 Spencer Street Naugatuck.  Please note, this is only a mailing address, there are no in person registrations at this address. All paperwork, health forms (new families only) and registration/security deposit must be received no later than Aug. 25. Hours of Operation:  7 am until school starts & Dismissal until 6 pm Program Locations: Maple Hill School and Hop Brook School Due at Registration:  $25 (non-refundable) registration fee per child/ $35 per family Two week (non-refundable) security deposit (per child)based on your child’s schedule Used towards the last two weeks of enrollment Tuition:   $70 per week for morning program (Monday through Friday) $95 per week for afternoon program (Monday through Friday)   $16 per morning/$22 per afternoon part-time.  (Reduced rates for second and third child) Call  (203)729-2980 for information.   Program accepts Care-4-Kids Union City Little League 2023 Fall Baseball and Softball Registration UCLL Baseball and Softball registration is Open! For players from any neighborhood in Eastern Naugatuck and the Town Plot section of Waterbury and/or attend Maple Hill, Hop Brook, City Hill or Gilmartin School are welcome to register. Divisions & Ages: TBall: 4-5 year-old Coach Pitch: 6 -8 year-old (BB & SB) Minors: 7-11 year-old (BB & SB) Majors: 9-11 year-old (BB & SB) New This Season Juniors: 13-14 year-old (BB & SB) (ages are “league ages” - the players age as of 8/31/24) Sign Up Fees: T Ball - $75 Coach Pitch (BB & SB) - $75 Minors (BB & SB)  - $90 Majors (BB & SB)   - $90 Juniors - (BB & SB)  - $90 Register online at   Union City LL Call or text Megan Silva at 203-910-1938 with any questions. Tuesday Summer Concert Series Brought to you by the Naugatuck Arts Commission Time : 7-9 p.m. Location : Naugatuck Green (rain - same night, Naugatuck high school) Sun Kings - Beatles Tribute - Aug. 22 Harvest Moon Festival - The Spanners - Sept. 15, 6-8 p.m. When concerts have been moved to the auditorium, no food or drinks will be allowed. Concerts benefit the Naugatuck Food Bank and the Ceasar & Geraldine Ruggeri Scholarship Fund. Please bring non-perishable food donations. Train to Save Lives in 2023 Become a Certified Lifesaver. Two Day Lifeguard Training : Mar. 11&12, May 6&7, July 1&2, Dec. 2&3 from 8am to 5pm One Day  First Aid CPR Training with or without Connecticut Childcare: Sept 9, Nov. 18 from 8am to 4pm Register at  Naugatuckymca.org or call 203-729-9622 Park & Rec Programs & Events Registration  for Summer Programs No phone registrations will be accepted. Space is limited. Location : Recreation Office, 607 Rubber Ave.  Time : 12-3pm Mon- Fri.  Information : 203-720-7043 or e-mail us at recreation@naugatuck-ct.gov.  Coming this Fall! Fall family events and programs! Go to www.naugatuck-ct.gov or Naugatuck Park & Rec on Facebook for more info.   Gunntown Kids Join us for a fun-filled nature program especially designed for kids 3-12. Location : Gunntown Nature Preserve and Passive Park, 51-319 Gunntown Rd, Naugatuck!! Rain location : Naugatuck Recreation Center, 607 Rubber Ave. for the following dates: June 17, July 15, September 16, & October 28. Time: Saturdays, 9:30-10:30am Registration : Pre-registration is required. Please contact the Parks & Rec office at 203-720-7043 to register your child! Dates: August 19 – Butterflies with Miss Gerri *Program cancelled in event of inclement weather September 16 – Author Emily Franke reads her book The Ladybug who lived on a Four Leaf Clover. Signed copies will be available for purchase. October 14 – Fire Prevention with The Naugatuck Fire Department’s Fire Truck! (Program will be held at the Naugatuck Fire Department, 41 Maple St., in event of inclement weather.) October 28 - Pumpkin Painting & Decorating – Trick or Treat! Parent/Guardians must attend with their child. Monetary donations welcome to defray the cost of these programs.   Summer program information will be available on the Borough website , our Facebook page, and at our office, 607 Rubber Ave, Naugatuck, by April 24. Get Featured on our Social Media! Please consider submitting to my weekly social media features posted on Naugatuck Public Schools Facebook and  Instagram . 📢 Staff Shout-Out : Has a NPS staff member done something amazing? Recognize them. 🎨  Fine Art Friday : Share your children's artistic talents with us! 🎶 Tuneful Tuesday : Share your children's musical talents with us! 🎓 Alumni Stories : Help us inspire our students by showing them all the possibilities that await them after graduation! Please share this with any amazing NHS alums you know. ❤️ Share the love : What do you love about Naugatuck Schools? Newsletter Submissions Do you have information you'd like to see included in next week's newsletter?  📰 Please Fill out this submission form .   Please send your information in plain text and keep it as short as possible. You may attach a photograph or logo as long as it has no more than 5 words in it. Fliers that include words & images won't be accepted .  All messages must be approved by administrators prior to publication.

Friday, Aug 18 2023

Bus Routes

2023-24 Bus Routes The bus routes for the 2023-24 school year have been posted on our website.  Please keep in mind that, with new students still registering, bus routes may vary slightly from the posted times and locations. Please be patient during the first week of school as changes may crop up. We're looking forward to a beautiful new school year and can't wait to see all our students stepping off the bus on the first day of school - Aug. 30!

Thursday, Aug 17 2023

📰 Naugy District News: Fall baseball & soccer signup...

⚾ Free Fall Baseball Sign-up ⚾ For children that live on the west side of Naugatuck, or attend Hillside, Western, Andrew Ave, and Salem Schools, Peter J Foley would like to invite you to play baseball for free this fall!  Kids age 4-11  are eligible. All you have to do is sign up during the first 2 weeks of August and save on all registration fees. Free registration till August 15th!!!  Register here . Programs offered: Tee Ball 4-5 Coach Pitch 6-7 Minors 8-9 Majors 10-11 Please reach out with any questions:  Rob Didato (robdidato@gmail.com) President Mike Worobel (mikeworobel@att.net) Player Agent ⚽ Naugatuck Youth Soccer Registration Open  ⚽ Registration for the Fall is now open! Join us for a great new soccer season.  Registration Closes on August 11th! Registration Form We are also introducing a brand new 2023 Coed Rec. Program for U12 (Born 2012-13). This program is geared towards boys and girls who want to continue playing soccer at a recreational level or need another season or two before moving on to the competition level. This program will have one practice a week and one game on the weekend. Register now! No prior soccer experience required. Please email NYSpublicity@gmail.com for any questions. Summer Lunch Program Free Summer Meals Free meals will be served all summer long for all kids 18 years and under. Meals must be eaten at the meal site - no parent pick-up allowed.  Dates:  Through   Aug. 11 Lunch Times : 11:30-12:15 Meal sites: Naugatuck High School Salem Elementary Maple Hill Elementary Hop Brook Elementary Central Avenue Preschool Naugatuck YMCA Breakfast available at Naugatuck High School from 8 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. For more info:  Contact kate.murphy@naugatuck.k12.ct.us or follow No Kid Hungry in Naugatuck on Facebook . Backpack Giveaway Date:  July 30 Location:  1007 New Haven Rd., Naugatuck (next to Liberty Bank) Save the date! You’re invited to TCC’s annual School Rocks Backpack Giveaway at your local TCC wireless retail store. Tuesday Summer Concert Series Brought to you by the Naugatuck Arts Commission Time : 7-9 p.m. Location : Naugatuck Green (rain - same night, Naugatuck high school) Stiletto - Billy Joel Tribute Band - Aug. 1 CT Rakes - Mix of rock, Americana & Country - Aug. 8 Orquesta Afinke - Salsa Music - Aug. 15 Sun Kings - Beatles Tribute - Aug. 22 Harvest Moon Festival - The Spanners - Sept. 15, 6-8 p.m. When concerts have been moved to the auditorium, no food or drinks will be allowed. Concerts benefit the Naugatuck Food Bank and the Ceasar & Geraldine Ruggeri Scholarship Fund. Please bring non-perishable food donations. Train to Save Lives in 2023 Become a Certified Lifesaver. Two Day Lifeguard Training : Aug. 5&6, Mar. 11&12, May 6&7, July 1&2, Dec. 2&3 from 8am to 5pm One Day  First Aid CPR Training with or without Connecticut Childcare: Sept 9, Nov. 18 from 8am to 4pm Register at  Naugatuckymca.org or call 203-729-9622 Park & Rec Programs & Events Registration  for Summer Programs No phone registrations will be accepted. Space is limited. Location : Recreation Office, 607 Rubber Ave.  Time : 12-3pm Mon- Fri.  Information : 203-720-7043 or e-mail us at recreation@naugatuck-ct.gov.  Coming this Fall! Fall family events and programs! Go to www.naugatuck-ct.gov or Naugatuck Park & Rec on Facebook for more info.   Open Swim at NHS Pool Open swim will be available to the public. Time: 1-3pm Days : Mondays & Wednesdays Dates : July 3 – Aug. 11    Minds in Motion Science Program Dates: Aug. 14-Aug. 18  Location:  Rec Center Outer Space & Physics   Times: 9am-12pm Ages: 6-11yrs  Fee: $140 Solarbot.14  Times: 12:30-3:30pm Ages: 8-12yrs  Fee: $140 Go to Naugatuck-ct.gov for more info.   Karate Camps Session 3 - Aug 14-18 Times : 9am-12pm Fee:  $75 per week / Siblings $50 per week Locatio n: Rec Center For additional info : call Wanda Mascola at 203-217-1790 Parent must attend the first class if student is under 18 years old.   Affinity Esports Camp programs Location : Rec Center Session 2   Dates: Aug. 21-25  Fee: $110 Ages: 7-13 yrs Times: Rocket League 9am-12pm Beginner Coding in Scratch/Minecraft 1-4pm Please go to Naugatuck-ct.gov for more details and program info!   Hop Brook Golf Course Junior Summer Camps & Clinics 2023 Season: Summer Golf Camps and Junior Golf Clinics available at Hop Brook Golf Course. For more info or to register please contact Bryan Nixon at 203-720-8013 or BNixon@pga.com   Naugatuck Volleyball Camp Dates : Aug. 7–11, Time : 9am-12pm Fee : $75 Grades: Students entering Grades 5-9 Location: Naugatuck High School Registration : Contact Coach Wesche at 203-910-7499 or coachwesche@gmail.com   Gunntown Kids Join us for a fun-filled nature program especially designed for kids 3-12. Location : Gunntown Nature Preserve and Passive Park, 51-319 Gunntown Rd, Naugatuck!! Rain location : Naugatuck Recreation Center, 607 Rubber Ave. for the following dates: June 17, July 15, September 16, & October 28. Time: Saturdays, 9:30-10:30am Registration : Pre-registration is required. Please contact the Parks & Rec office at 203-720-7043 to register your child! Dates: August 19 – Butterflies with Miss Gerri *Program cancelled in event of inclement weather September 16 – Author Emily Franke reads her book The Ladybug who lived on a Four Leaf Clover. Signed copies will be available for purchase. October 14 – Fire Prevention with The Naugatuck Fire Department’s Fire Truck! (Program will be held at the Naugatuck Fire Department, 41 Maple St., in event of inclement weather.) October 28 - Pumpkin Painting & Decorating – Trick or Treat! Parent/Guardians must attend with their child. Monetary donations welcome to defray the cost of these programs.   Summer program information will be available on the Borough website , our Facebook page, and at our office, 607 Rubber Ave, Naugatuck, by April 24. Get Featured on our Social Media! Please consider submitting to my weekly social media features posted on Naugatuck Public Schools Facebook and  Instagram . 📢 Staff Shout-Out : Has a NPS staff member done something amazing? Recognize them. 🎨  Fine Art Friday : Share your children's artistic talents with us! 🎶 Tuneful Tuesday : Share your children's musical talents with us! 🎓 Alumni Stories : Help us inspire our students by showing them all the possibilities that await them after graduation! Please share this with any amazing NHS alums you know. ❤️ Share the love : What do you love about Naugatuck Schools? Newsletter Submissions Do you have information you'd like to see included in next week's newsletter?  📰 Please Fill out this submission form .   Please send your information in plain text and keep it as short as possible. You may attach a photograph or logo as long as it has no more than 5 words in it. Fliers that include words & images won't be accepted .  All messages must be approved by administrators prior to publication.

Friday, Jul 28 2023

📰 Naugy District News: Youth soccer registration, he...

Naugatuck Youth Soccer Registration Open Registration for the Fall is now open! Join us for a great new soccer season. Save $15 by registering before July 21! Registration Closes on August 11! Registration Form We are also introducing a brand new 2023 Coed Rec. Program for U12 (Born 2012-13). This program is geared towards boys and girls who want to continue playing soccer at a recreational level or need another season or two before moving on to the competition level. This program will have one practice a week and one game on the weekend. Register now! No prior soccer experience required. Please email NYSpublicity@gmail.com for any questions. Naugatuck Valley Health District Survey We want to hear from you! We are looking for parents/guardians to share their thoughts with us on childhood vaccines.  The Naugatuck Valley Health Department (NVHD) is conducting an anonymous survey to understand the community’s opinions and beliefs about routine childhood immunizations. The purpose of this study is to help NVHD inform and improve our vaccine-related work to better serve the needs of the community. The survey should take approximately 5 minutes to complete. Your participation is voluntary, and you may skip any questions you do not wish to answer. We value your responses. Thank you again for helping us to improve our work! I f you are: A parent/guardian of a child from grades K-5 A Naugatuck resident Your input is needed! Take the Survey Summer Lunch Program Free Summer Meals Free meals will be served all summer long for all kids 18 years and under. Meals must be eaten at the meal site - no parent pick-up allowed.  Dates:  Through   Aug. 11 Lunch Times : 11:30-12:15 Meal sites: Naugatuck High School Salem Elementary Maple Hill Elementary Hop Brook Elementary Central Avenue Preschool Naugatuck YMCA Breakfast available at Naugatuck High School from 8 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. For more info:  Contact kate.murphy@naugatuck.k12.ct.us or follow No Kid Hungry in Naugatuck on Facebook . Backpack Giveaway Date:  July 30 Location:  1007 New Haven Rd., Naugatuck (next to Liberty Bank) Save the date! You’re invited to TCC’s annual School Rocks Backpack Giveaway at your local TCC wireless retail store. Tuesday Summer Concert Series Brought to you by the Naugatuck Arts Commission Time : 7-9 p.m. Location : Naugatuck Green (rain - same night, Naugatuck high school) LeMixx - Classic Motown and R&B - July 25 Stiletto - Billy Joel Tribute Band - Aug. 1 CT Rakes - Mix of rock, Americana & Country - Aug. 8 Orquesta Afinke - Salsa Music - Aug. 15 Sun Kings - Beatles Tribute - Aug. 22 Harvest Moon Festival - The Spanners - Sept. 15, 6-8 p.m. When concerts have been moved to the auditorium, no food or drinks will be allowed. Concerts benefit the Naugatuck Food Bank and the Ceasar & Geraldine Ruggeri Scholarship Fund. Please bring non-perishable food donations. Train to Save Lives in 2023 Become a Certified Lifesaver. One Day Red Cross Babysitting Training (ages 11-15): July 24 from 8am - 2pm Two Day Lifeguard Training : Aug. 5&6, Mar. 11&12, May 6&7, July 1&2, Dec. 2&3 from 8am to 5pm One Day  First Aid CPR Training with or without Connecticut Childcare: Sept 9, Nov. 18 from 8am to 4pm Register at  Naugatuckymca.org or call 203-729-9622 Park & Rec Programs & Events Registration  for Summer Programs No phone registrations will be accepted. Space is limited. Location : Recreation Office, 607 Rubber Ave.  Time : 12-3pm Mon- Fri.  Information : 203-720-7043 or e-mail us at recreation@naugatuck-ct.gov.  Coming this Fall! Fall family events and programs! Go to www.naugatuck-ct.gov or Naugatuck Park & Rec on Facebook for more info.   Open Swim at NHS Pool Open swim will be available to the public. Time: 1-3pm Days : Mondays & Wednesdays Dates : July 3 – Aug. 11 (Pool closed July 4 & 5)   Minds in Motion Science Program Dates: Aug. 14-Aug. 18  Location:  Rec Center Outer Space & Physics   Times: 9am-12pm Ages: 6-11yrs  Fee: $140 Solarbot.14  Times: 12:30-3:30pm Ages: 8-12yrs  Fee: $140 Go to Naugatuck-ct.gov for more info.   Karate Camps Session 3 - Aug 14-18 Times : 9am-12pm Fee:  $75 per week / Siblings $50 per week Locatio n: Rec Center For additional info : call Wanda Mascola at 203-217-1790 Parent must attend the first class if student is under 18 years old.   Affinity Esports Camp programs Location : Rec Center Session 2   Dates: Aug. 21-25  Fee: $110 Ages: 7-13 yrs Times: Rocket League 9am-12pm Beginner Coding in Scratch/Minecraft 1-4pm Please go to Naugatuck-ct.gov for more details and program info!   Hop Brook Golf Course Junior Summer Camps & Clinics 2023 Season: Summer Golf Camps and Junior Golf Clinics available at Hop Brook Golf Course. For more info or to register please contact Bryan Nixon at 203-720-8013 or BNixon@pga.com   Naugatuck Volleyball Camp Dates : Aug. 7–11, Time : 9am-12pm Fee : $75 Grades: Students entering Grades 5-9 Location: Naugatuck High School Registration : Contact Coach Wesche at 203-910-7499 or coachwesche@gmail.com   Naugatuck Valley Performing Arts: Broadway Review - Summer Theater Workshop 1-week camp sessions. Develop skills in Acting, Singing and Dance! Each week is based upon different Broadway musicals. Please bring lunch, snacks & drinks. Location : NHS auditorium Times: Mon- Fri, 9am - 4pm Dates :  July 31 - Aug. 4 Grades : entering 7-12 grade Fee : $225 Registration : Naugatuck Park and Rec, 203-720-7043 Info : NaugyValleyPA@gmail.com   Gunntown Kids Join us for a fun-filled nature program especially designed for kids 3-12. Location : Gunntown Nature Preserve and Passive Park, 51-319 Gunntown Rd, Naugatuck!! Rain location : Naugatuck Recreation Center, 607 Rubber Ave. for the following dates: June 17, July 15, September 16, & October 28. Time: Saturdays, 9:30-10:30am Registration : Pre-registration is required. Please contact the Parks & Rec office at 203-720-7043 to register your child! Dates: August 19 – Butterflies with Miss Gerri *Program cancelled in event of inclement weather September 16 – Author Emily Franke reads her book The Ladybug who lived on a Four Leaf Clover. Signed copies will be available for purchase. October 14 – Fire Prevention with The Naugatuck Fire Department’s Fire Truck! (Program will be held at the Naugatuck Fire Department, 41 Maple St., in event of inclement weather.) October 28 - Pumpkin Painting & Decorating – Trick or Treat! Parent/Guardians must attend with their child. Monetary donations welcome to defray the cost of these programs. Get Featured on our Social Media! Please consider submitting to my weekly social media features posted on Naugatuck Public Schools Facebook and  Instagram . 📢 Staff Shout-Out : Has a NPS staff member done something amazing? Recognize them. 🎨  Fine Art Friday : Share your children's artistic talents with us! 🎶 Tuneful Tuesday : Share your children's musical talents with us! 🎓 Alumni Stories : Help us inspire our students by showing them all the possibilities that await them after graduation! Please share this with any amazing NHS alums you know. ❤️ Share the love : What do you love about Naugatuck Schools? Newsletter Submissions Do you have information you'd like to see included in next week's newsletter?  📰 Please Fill out this submission form .   Please send your information in plain text and keep it as short as possible. You may attach a photograph or logo as long as it has no more than 5 words in it. Fliers that include words & images won't be accepted .  All messages must be approved by administrators prior to publication.

Friday, Jul 21 2023

📰 NPS News: New Principal at Andrew Ave, Pop Warner ...

New Principal at Andrew Avenue! We are delighted to announce the appointment of Meagan Rolla as the next  Principal of Andrew Avenue Elementary School !  With a wealth of experience in education and a proven track record of success, Ms. Rolla brings a dynamic and innovative approach to school leadership. Her dedication to student well-being, family engagement, and community partnerships makes her an excellent fit for our school community. Ms. Rolla joins us from her previous role as Director of the Early Childhood Center at Central Avenue, where she faced the challenges of reopening a school during COVID-19 by leading with compassion and empathy, paired with an unwavering commitment to our students and families. Rolla said becoming a school counselor was her dream come true. She enjoyed working with students with vastly different needs academically, socially, and behaviorally.  “I quickly built relationships with families and became a source of support to my colleagues,” Rolla said in her application. Rolla is replacing Lisa Lachance, who has taken the position of principal at City Hill Middle School. Lachance is replacing Eileen Mezzo, who is now serving as associate principal at Naugatuck High School. As our new principal, Ms. Rolla will bring her considerable expertise and enthusiasm to Andrew Avenue Elementary School. With her leadership, we are confident that she will foster a supportive and inclusive environment, empowering our students to achieve their full potential. Please join us in warmly welcoming Ms. Rolla to our school community. Naugatuck Valley Health District Survey We want to hear from you! We are looking for parents/guardians to share their thoughts with us on childhood vaccines.  The Naugatuck Valley Health Department (NVHD) is conducting an anonymous survey to understand the community’s opinions and beliefs about routine childhood immunizations. The purpose of this study is to help NVHD inform and improve our vaccine-related work to better serve the needs of the community. The survey should take approximately 5 minutes to complete. Your participation is voluntary, and you may skip any questions you do not wish to answer. We value your responses. Thank you again for helping us to improve our work! I f you are: A parent/guardian of a child from grades K-5 A Naugatuck resident Your input is needed! Take the Survey Pop Warner Registration Fall Tackle Football & Cheer Date : July 15 Time : 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Location : Veterans Field, Naugatuck High School Ages : 5-13 Fall Season Fee : $225 Contact : Bob Mezzo at bob@bobmezzo.com or 203-217-0876 with any questions. Please bring a copy of your child’s birth certificate.  Summer Lunch Program Free Summer Meals Free meals will be served all summer long for all kids 18 years and under. Meals must be eaten at the meal site - no parent pick-up allowed.  Dates:  Through   Aug. 11 Lunch Times : 11:30-12:15 Meal sites: Naugatuck High School Salem Elementary Maple Hill Elementary Hop Brook Elementary Central Avenue Preschool Naugatuck YMCA Breakfast available at Naugatuck High School from 8 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. For more info:  Contact kate.murphy@naugatuck.k12.ct.us or follow No Kid Hungry in Naugatuck on Facebook . It's time to take the Step Up Naugy Community Survey! You can have your voice heard about concerns in Naugatuck and help us determine what resources need to exist and be shared. It should take less than five minutes: Take the SUN Survey Here! Backpack Giveaway Date:  July 30 Location:  1007 New Haven Rd., Naugatuck (next to Liberty Bank) Save the date! You’re invited to TCC’s annual School Rocks Backpack Giveaway at your local TCC wireless retail store. Tuesday Summer Concert Series Brought to you by the Naugatuck Arts Commission Time : 7-9 p.m. Location : Naugatuck Green (rain - same night, Naugatuck high school) The Maestro's Men - Polka Night on the Green! - July 18 LeMixx - Classic Motown and R&B - July 25 Stiletto - Billy Joel Tribute Band - Aug. 1 CT Rakes - Mix of rock, Americana & Country - Aug. 8 Orquesta Afinke - Salsa Music - Aug. 15 Sun Kings - Beatles Tribute - Aug. 22 Harvest Moon Festival - The Spanners - Sept. 15, 6-8 p.m. When concerts have been moved to the auditorium, no food or drinks will be allowed. Concerts benefit the Naugatuck Food Bank and the Ceasar & Geraldine Ruggeri Scholarship Fund. Please bring non-perishable food donations. Train to Save Lives in 2023 Become a Certified Lifesaver. One Day Red Cross Babysitting Training (ages 11-15): July 24 from 8am - 2pm Register at  Naugatuckymca.org or call 203-729-9622 Park & Rec Programs & Events Registration  for Summer Programs No phone registrations will be accepted. Space is limited. Location : Recreation Office, 607 Rubber Ave.  Time : 12-3pm Mon- Fri.  Information : 203-720-7043 or e-mail us at recreation@naugatuck-ct.gov.  All registration and field trips must be paid in full before start of each session - no exceptions .  Session 2 deadline is July 14. A $20 late fee will be charged for any application received between July 17-21. If this is your child’s first year in our programs, please provide a copy of their birth certificate to verify age. Coming this Fall! Fall family events and programs! Go to www.naugatuck-ct.gov or Naugatuck Park & Rec on Facebook for more info.   Summer Playground Programs  Registration Fee:  $155 per 3 week session / $388 maximum per family/session for registration Includes pizza and t-shirt. All Field trips cost extra and must be paid for at Registration. Field trips are open to registered campers and their families only. Please bring plenty to drink and a lunch/snack to Park program. Free lunch program will be provided at NHS for each location. Activities include Arts & Crafts, Organized Activities, Sports, Parties, Games and Guests! 2nd session : July 24-Aug. 11 Times : 9am – 3pm daily   Rec Center Camp - Grades 1 & 2 Must Be Entering 1st – 2nd Grade in Fall 2023 Field Trips: 2nd session: Aug. 9 - Extreme Trampoline - $29 Times : Rec Center camp is open from 9 am - 3pm, Mon-Fri Rain location - Rec Center Fee : All Trips, Pizza & Registration for July & August $364   NHS Camp: Grades 3 & 4 Must Be Entering 3rd - 4th Grade in Fall 2023 Field Trips: 2nd session:  Aug. 2 – RollerMagic - $13.  Aug. 9 – Urban Air - $39 includes lunch Times : NHS camp 3 & 4 is open from 9 am to 3pm, Mon–Fri. Fee:  All Trips, Pizza & Registration for July & Aug. $417   NHS Camp: Grades 5 & 6 Must Be Entering 5th or 6th Grade In Fall 2023 Field Trips: 2nd session: July 26 – Hartford Athletics Camp day - $20 Aug. 2 – RollerMagic - $13 Aug. 9 – Urban Air - $39 includes lunch Times : NHS camp 5 & 6 is open from 9 am to 3pm, Mon – Fri. Fee : All Trips, Pizza & Registration for July & August $452   Swimming Lessons at NHS Pool Each Session is 2 weeks long. Fee : $30 per session Dates : Session 2 – July 17 – July 28 Session 3 – July 31 – August 11 Times :  Mon/Wed classes: 8-8:45am 9-9:45am 11-11:45am Tue/Thu classes: 8-8:45am 9-9:45am 11-11:45am 1-1:45pm 2-2:45pm Children 3 and under must be accompanied by parent when in pool.    Open Swim at NHS Pool Open swim will be available to the public. Time: 1-3pm Days : Mondays & Wednesdays Dates : July 3 – Aug. 11 (Pool closed July 4 & 5)   Coach Frank’s Summer Camp School of Hoops Basketball Clinic for kids ages 9-12! Dates : June 26-30 Time : 9am-12pm  Fee : $175 Location : Rec Center Learn : Fundamentals, Strategy, Offense/Defense, Teamwork, Conditioning, Advanced skills drills! Registration: Email frank_pollifrone@meadschool.org Please provide Parent & child’s name, phone, Child’s age, and Emergency contact   Minds in Motion Science Program Dates: Aug. 14-Aug. 18  Location:  Rec Center Outer Space & Physics   Times: 9am-12pm Ages: 6-11yrs  Fee: $140 Solarbot.14  Times: 12:30-3:30pm Ages: 8-12yrs  Fee: $140 Go to Naugatuck-ct.gov for more info.   Karate Camps Session 2 - July 24-28 Session 3 - Aug 14-18 Times : 9am-12pm Fee:  $75 per week / Siblings $50 per week Locatio n: Rec Center For additional info : call Wanda Mascola at 203-217-1790 Parent must attend the first class if student is under 18 years old.   Affinity Esports Camp programs Location : Rec Center Session 2   Dates: Aug. 21-25  Fee: $110 Ages: 7-13 yrs Times: Rocket League 9am-12pm Beginner Coding in Scratch/Minecraft 1-4pm Please go to Naugatuck-ct.gov for more details and program info!   Hop Brook Golf Course Junior Summer Camps & Clinics 2023 Season: Summer Golf Camps and Junior Golf Clinics available at Hop Brook Golf Course. For more info or to register please contact Bryan Nixon at 203-720-8013 or BNixon@pga.com   Tennis Lessons Fee : $35 per Session Session 4: July 18 & 20 T & Th Days/Times : Ages 6–10 years: 5 PM – 6 PM Ages 11–15 years: 6 PM – 7 PM Instructor : Kelly Carr Location : Baummer’s Pond tennis court Please bring your own racket! Register at 203-720-7043   Naugatuck Volleyball Camp Dates : Aug. 7–11, Time : 9am-12pm Fee : $75 Grades: Students entering Grades 5-9 Location: Naugatuck High School Registration : Contact Coach Wesche at 203-910-7499 or coachwesche@gmail.com   Naugatuck Valley Performing Arts: Broadway Review - Summer Theater Workshop Two 1-week camp sessions. Develop skills in Acting, Singing and Dance! Each week is based upon different Broadway musicals. Please bring lunch, snacks & drinks. Location : NHS auditorium Times: Mon- Fri, 9am - 4pm Dates :  July 24 – July 28 July 31 - Aug. 4 Grades : entering 7-12 grade Fee : $225 p/week, or $400 for both weeks. Registration : Naugatuck Park and Rec, 203-720-7043 Info : NaugyValleyPA@gmail.com   Gunntown Kids Join us for a fun-filled nature program especially designed for kids 3-12. Location : Gunntown Nature Preserve and Passive Park, 51-319 Gunntown Rd, Naugatuck!! Rain location : Naugatuck Recreation Center, 607 Rubber Ave. for the following dates: June 17, July 15, September 16, & October 28. Time: Saturdays, 9:30-10:30am Registration : Pre-registration is required. Please contact the Parks & Rec office at 203-720-7043 to register your child! Dates: July 15 – Chalk painting with Miss Isabella August 19 – Butterflies with Miss Gerri *Program cancelled in event of inclement weather September 16 – Author Emily Franke reads her book The Ladybug who lived on a Four Leaf Clover. Signed copies will be available for purchase. October 14 – Fire Prevention with The Naugatuck Fire Department’s Fire Truck! (Program will be held at the Naugatuck Fire Department, 41 Maple St., in event of inclement weather.) October 28 - Pumpkin Painting & Decorating – Trick or Treat! Parent/Guardians must attend with their child. Monetary donations welcome to defray the cost of these programs.   Summer program information will be available on the Borough website , our Facebook page, and at our office, 607 Rubber Ave, Naugatuck, by April 24. Get Featured on our Social Media! Please consider submitting to my weekly social media features posted on Naugatuck Public Schools Facebook and  Instagram . 📢 Staff Shout-Out : Has a NPS staff member done something amazing? Recognize them. 🎨  Fine Art Friday : Share your children's artistic talents with us! 🎶 Tuneful Tuesday : Share your children's musical talents with us! 🎓 Alumni Stories : Help us inspire our students by showing them all the possibilities that await them after graduation! Please share this with any amazing NHS alums you know. ❤️ Share the love : What do you love about Naugatuck Schools? Newsletter Submissions Do you have information you'd like to see included in next week's newsletter?  📰 Please Fill out this submission form .   Please send your information in plain text and keep it as short as possible. You may attach a photograph or logo as long as it has no more than 5 words in it. Fliers that include words & images won't be accepted .  All messages must be approved by administrators prior to publication.

Friday, Jul 14 2023