Happy New Year! I hope you and your children enjoyed a restful and joyous holiday season.

It has been truly wonderful to return to Meadowside this week. I was so touched by the heartfelt “welcome back” decorations created by our students—their kindness and creativity meant more to me than I can express. Walking through the halls and seeing their messages reminded me once again of what a special community we have.

I would also like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Brenda Anziano, who served as interim principal during my absence. Her leadership, care, and support was so appreciated. 

I am equally thankful for our staff, whose commitment to maintaining the exceptional work that makes Meadowside a “great place to learn” never wavers. Their ongoing focus on high-quality instruction alongside their dedication to nurturing a culture of belonging, is essential to the success of each and every child.

I am so grateful to be back and excited for all that 2026 will bring for our school community.

Warmest wishes for a happy and healthy 2026,

Gail Krois

Please remember to send your child in with warm weather wear as we still like to get outside for recess as much as possible.  Please take a moment to label hats, gloves and coats - so that if items are misplaced we can get them back to you and your child! We do have a number of coats and sweatshirts in our lost and found, please reach out if there is something that you are missing.

Thank you to our PTA for hosting our Winter Festival and Holiday Shop!  

Our January PTA meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, January 13th at 6:00 in the Media Center.  Come join us and help us plan for more fun activities for 2026!

Hi families
We’re excited to share this week’s CCC newsletter, filled with helpful resources and fun, family-friendly opportunities in our community. Inside you’ll find food support like the CT FoodShare Mobile Pantry in Milford, youth programs through Milford Youth & Family Services and the Boys & Girls Club, plus upcoming community events—from free Family Days at the American Mural Project and New Pond Farm’s Open Day, to the Health & Fitness Expo, a local can & bottle drive supporting pediatric cancer research, and special experiences like Dinosaur World Live and the Lockwood-Mathews Mansion tour.

We hope you’ll take a few minutes to read, explore, and take advantage of what’s available for you and your family. And don’t forget to visit our CCC website for even more information on community providers, resources, and programming. We’re always here to support you!