Dear Families,

We have had another great week at Meadowside! I’ve continued visiting classrooms to observe
students and teachers as I get to know the school community. I have been so impressed with
the high level of engagement and learning happening across all grades. Our kindergarteners
are already adding numbers, and our fifth graders are diving into their study of volcanoes and
exploring the impact they have on the environment. It’s been wonderful to witness such rigorous
and exciting instruction firsthand.
I attended an Administrative Meeting this week to learn about Milford Public Schools’ 2025
goals. The district is focusing on three key areas. The first is Belonging—ensuring that all
students feel safe, included, and supported while being exposed to rigorous, grade-level
materials. The second is Formative Assessment, which looks at how students receive
feedback from both peers and teachers to help their skills grow and deepen over time. The final
goal is Student Agency, which emphasizes who is doing the thinking and the work in the
classroom. Are students actively engaged and taking ownership of their learning, or is the
teacher doing most of the work?
Next week, I will share some concrete examples of how I am seeing this important work come to
life at Meadowside.
I also attended the P.T.A. meeting this week. I encourage you to check out their Facebook page
to stay up-to-date on the wonderful events planned for the upcoming winter season.
Please send your children to school with warm clothing for outdoor recess. I believe that
students benefit from getting outside for fresh air each day, and I want them to be comfortable
while they play and move around. If you need support in this area, please let me know, and I will
provide the resources you need.

Brenda Anziano, Interim Principal
banziano@milforded.org

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Dear Families,

We invite you to take a moment each week to read our CCC Weekly Newsletter, where you’ll find helpful resources and upcoming community events for your family. This edition includes holiday cooking guides, budget-friendly Thanksgiving meal tips, and updates on local food assistance such as CitySeed’s SNAP token program and Milford resources. You’ll also see a variety of seasonal activities—from Milford’s Annual Toy Drive and MAPs Holiday Workshops to the Run Turkey Run 5K, Small Business Saturday, the Stamford Parade, and more. As a gentle reminder, our CCC Website offers many community resource links to support your family throughout the year. We hope you and your loved ones enjoy a warm, healthy, and joyful Thanksgiving season. Thank you for staying connected with our school community!