Every student officially received their very own Library Card! This little piece of plastic is basically a superpower in their pockets. Here is what our explorers can do with it:
Borrow Books in English and Spanish: From graphic novels to science mysteries, the shelves are officially open!
The Seed Library: Did you know they can "borrow" seeds? Students can grab packets to start their own gardens at home.
Musical Discovery: The library even offers free lessons and access to musical instruments!
We are so proud of our new cardholders. Watching them realize that the library is a place to grow, play, and imagine was the highlight of our week.
Parents: Ask your student which book they’re looking forward to checking out first! 📖
This program is specifically designed for students currently in Grades K–4 to sharpen their skills while having fun.
🗓️ Program Details:
Dates: July 1, 2026 – July 24, 2026
Schedule: 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. OR 9:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Holiday Note: School will be closed on July 3rd in observance of Independence Day.
✅ How to Enroll:
It’s quick and easy! Just scan the QR code in the image below to access the enrollment form. Spots fill up fast, so don't wait!
📧 Questions?
If you need more information or have specific questions, please reach out to the team at:
k4summerschool2026@new-haven.k12.ct.us
Adventure Awaits at West Rock Nature Center!
Is your child ready for a summer of discovery? Registration is now open for the 2026 Outdoor Explorations Camp! Located at the beautiful West Rock Nature Center, this 4-week program is perfect for young explorers who love the great outdoors.
🎒 Who:
Youth ages 7–12 years old
📍 Where:
West Rock Nature Center (1080 Wintergreen Ave, New Haven)
📅 2026 Session Themes:
Session 1 (July 6–10): Watershed Wanderers 💧
Session 2 (July 13–17): Time Travelers of West Rock ⏳
Session 3 (July 27–31): Animal Adventurers 🐾
Session 4 (Aug 3–7): Summer of Sustainability ♻️
(Note: No camp July 20–24)
✨ What to Expect:
Campers will dive into place-based learning with activities like: 🛶 Canoeing & Biking 🧗 Climbing & Archery 🥾 Hiking & Wildlife Discovery 🔬 Geology & Anthropology
✅ How to Sign Up:
Space is limited! Head over to the New Haven Parks Department website to secure your spot today.
👉 Register here: newhavenct.gov/government/departments-divisions/parks-department/summer-camp
Last Friday we celebrated amazing things at Truman School! Our students stepped into the future as they explored a world of possibilities at our annual Career Fair.
Community Experts: A huge thank you to the professionals who shared their careers and stories with us.
Endless Possibilities: From public service to tech and the arts, our Tigers are dreaming bigger than ever!
Inspiring Dreams: Our students asked great questions and learned what it takes to succeed in the real world.
Thank you to all our volunteers! You’ve sparked a passion for learning and a vision for the future in our students.
What We Celebrated:
Remarkable Improvements: Honoring students who have made huge strides in their learning and shown incredible perseverance.
Outstanding Achievements: Recognizing academic excellence and mastery of new skills across all subjects.
Hard Work & Grit: Applauding the daily effort and "Tiger Spirit" our students bring to the classroom every single day.
A special thank you to all the families who joined us! Having our halls filled with supportive parents and loved ones made these achievements even more meaningful.
Congratulations to all our award recipients! Your dedication makes the whole Truman community proud. Keep reaching for the stars, Tigers!
📅 Meeting Details
When: May 7, 2026
Where: School Library
Times: Choose the session that works best for you!
8:45 a.m. * OR 3:15 p.m.
📝 Agenda Highlights
International Projects: Get updates on your child’s global learning journey.
Upcoming Activities: Hear about important events planned for our students.
Health & Fitness: Enjoy a special presentation from our guest health and fitness expert!
Refreshments will be available! We can't wait to see you there and work together to support our Tigers.
📚 Readers are Winners: These beautiful gift baskets were awarded to students who went above and beyond during our recent reading challenge.
🎁 Prize Pack: Each basket is overflowing with fun treats and literacy surprises as a reward for their dedication to reading.
🐯 Tiger Pride: We are so proud of every student who participated and pushed themselves to read more this month!
Congratulations to our winners! Keep turning those pages and discovering new worlds.
We celebrate amazing things at Truman School! Our Tigers dove into the world of words with a night full of interactive learning and family fun.
Sweet Phonics: Matching letters and sounds with our ice cream scoop games!
Interactive Fun: Sight-Word BINGO and vocabulary board games kept the energy high.
Hands-On Learning: From letter puzzles to storytelling, our students showed off their growing skills.
Thank you to all the families who joined us! Seeing our students get excited about reading is what makes the Truman community so special.
We are so proud of Thiago’s incredible talent and hard work!
Today we celebrated amazing things at Truman School!
Our community came together for a high-energy day of culture, rhythm, and achievement:
International Culture : Our students took us on a world tour! From Spain and China to Afghanistan and Brazil, we explored history, food, and traditions through amazing student-led presentations.
Bucket Band: The rhythm was infectious! Our performers turned everyday buckets into a high-energy percussion show that brought the house down.
Students of the Month: Huge congratulations to our April honorees! Thank you for leading by example and showing your Tiger pride every day.
I am looking forward to seeing everyone!
Sincerely,
Miss Allen
Literacy Coach
FAMILY LITERACY NIGHT APRIL 22, AT 3:15
Family Literacy Night at Truman School is coming! We hope you will join us on Wednesday, April 22nd at 3:15! We are going to be enjoying literacy games, activities, pizza and prizes! Students who complete the reading challenge over break and turn it in before the event will get a prize at Literacy Night!
Look out for the invitation coming home to you today! Please sign it and send it back so we can have an idea of how many families are joining! Sending it back guarantees you pizza at the event!
Hope to see everyone there!
Dates:
April 20 – June 1, 2026.
Schedule: Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays from 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Location: John Martinez School Pool, 100 James St.
Focus: Building water confidence and foundational skills in a supportive environment.
Register Now! Secure her spot by emailing jjwright@newhavenct.gov.
Picture Day Alert!
The order forms will arrive home today! Here is the date you need for your calendar:
When: Thursday, April 23, 2026
Where: Truman Elementary School
Picture Day ID: EVTMQHF6F
You can fill out the paper form that came home today or skip the paperwork and order online at mylifetouch.com.
Don't forget to pick out your favorite outfit!
Just a friendly reminder that New Haven Public Schools will reopen tomorrow, Monday, April 20th. We will be back on our regular schedules, so make sure those backpacks are packed and alarms are set!
We can't wait to see all of our students back in the hallways, refreshed and ready for a great home stretch of the school year. See you in the morning!
Welcome back!
Family Literacy Night at Truman School is coming! We hope you will join us on Wednesday, April 22nd at 3:15! We are going to be enjoying literacy games, activities, pizza and prizes! Students who complete the reading challenge over break and turn it in before the event will get a prize at Literacy Night!
Look out for the invitation coming home to you today! Please sign it and send it back so we can have an idea of how many families are joining! Sending it back guarantees you pizza at the event!
Hope to see everyone there!
It was a wonderful afternoos of music and rhythm that had everyone tapping their toes. A huge thank you to the talented musicians for sharing their craft and inspiring our young music lovers. Special thanks to Mr. D, our Music teacher for organizing the concert!
From beautiful handmade masks to detailed research boards and traditional displays, our Tigers showed off their hard work and global curiosity. A huge thank you to the teachers and students for making this day of discovery so special!
Check out some of the highlights from our exhibition!
Keep reading from April 11th – April 20th to win big!
Grades 2-5: Goal of 20 mins/day.
Grades 6-8: Goal of 30 mins/day.
To Win: Record your minutes on your graph and return it by April 20th.
Prizes:
Return your graph for a chance to win a Fantastic Award Basket!
Get an Automatic Prize if you participate and attend Literacy Night!
Happy reading, Tigers!
