Truman School
Truman Tigers Learning and Growing Together
Every day we celebrated amazing things at Truman School, and we want to keep that momentum going! Please join us for our upcoming Parent Meeting to stay connected with your child's progress and school life.
📅 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.
📅 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.
We are thrilled to announce the lucky winners of our Literacy Challenge raffle.
📚 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.
📚 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.
Big congratulations to Thiago Tapia! His artwork was distinguished with a Gold Star recognition by the Yale University professional jury at the New Haven Public Schools District-Wide Art Show: Art Extravaganza.
We are so proud of Thiago’s incredible talent and hard work!
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 hope everyone had a wonderful break and also built up their reading stamina! Don’t forget to return your completed reading challenge tomorrow! Two grand prize winners will be selected! If you completed the challenge and go to literacy night on Wednesday, you will get a prize at the event!
I am looking forward to seeing everyone!
Sincerely,
Miss Allen
Literacy Coach
I am looking forward to seeing everyone!
Sincerely,
Miss Allen
Literacy Coach
Friendly reminder
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!
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!
New Haven Youth and Recreation presents Empower Her, a free girls-only swim program for ages 11–14
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.
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.
FRIENDLY REMINDER
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!
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!
We hope everyone had a wonderful and relaxing Spring Break!
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!
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 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!
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!
We were treated to an incredible live performance this week! Our students had the chance to experience the smooth sounds of jazz, from the soulful keys of the piano to the bright energy of the brass and bass.
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!
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!
What an incredible journey around the world! Our students did an amazing job researching and presenting cultures from across the globe, including Spain, Brazil, China, South Korea, Italy, Ukraine, Afghanistan, Pakistan, South Africa, and many more.
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!
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!
Spring Break Reading Stamina Contest!
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!
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!
Our 3rd-grade artists from Mrs Pasan's room have been busy exploring the intersection of math, physics, and art with Ms Nabakooza! Before picking up their pencils, the class dived into a deep discussion about the concept of balance and how it shifts on a see-saw.
Visual Weight vs. Physical Weight
The students learned that in art, "balance" isn't just about pounds and ounces—it’s about visual weight. They practiced looking at our compositions to see which side felt "heavier" based on color, size, and detail.
The '6, 7' Trick
To help us compare the two sides of our see-saws, we used our catchy new classroom saying: '6, 7'.
As you can see in the thought bubble, the student is using our "6, 7" comparison to decide which side of the artwork needs more "visual muscle" to keep the see-saw from tipping too far!
Visual Weight vs. Physical Weight
The students learned that in art, "balance" isn't just about pounds and ounces—it’s about visual weight. They practiced looking at our compositions to see which side felt "heavier" based on color, size, and detail.
The '6, 7' Trick
To help us compare the two sides of our see-saws, we used our catchy new classroom saying: '6, 7'.
As you can see in the thought bubble, the student is using our "6, 7" comparison to decide which side of the artwork needs more "visual muscle" to keep the see-saw from tipping too far!
Friday is Half Day Tiger Play!
Don't miss out on our "Spring Into Play" event this Friday, April 10.
Activities: Volleyball, Pin Knockdown, Music, and Arts & Crafts!
Contest: Enter the Jelly Bean Guessing Game for a chance to win a candy basket.
Concessions: Bring a few dollars for snacks and drinks!
See you Friday, Tigers!
Don't miss out on our "Spring Into Play" event this Friday, April 10.
Activities: Volleyball, Pin Knockdown, Music, and Arts & Crafts!
Contest: Enter the Jelly Bean Guessing Game for a chance to win a candy basket.
Concessions: Bring a few dollars for snacks and drinks!
See you Friday, Tigers!
Our youngest students channel their inner strength during Yoga with Ms. Lani! This week was all about Superhero Poses.
🌟 Today’s Mission:
Balance: Finding our center of gravity .
Strength: Building core power to stand tall and confident.
Focus: Using deep "hero breaths" to stay steady.
Look at these "Flying Heroes" in action! It takes incredible focus to stay level while soaring. Way to go!
🌟 Today’s Mission:
Balance: Finding our center of gravity .
Strength: Building core power to stand tall and confident.
Focus: Using deep "hero breaths" to stay steady.
Look at these "Flying Heroes" in action! It takes incredible focus to stay level while soaring. Way to go!
Check out these incredible pieces from our Truman artists! Student work from both Ms. Nabakooza’s and Ms. Villa’s art classes is currently on display at the New Haven Public School District Art Show.
We’d love to see you at the opening reception this week at Wilbur Cross High School to celebrate our talented students.
Where: Wilbur Cross High School (181 Mitchell Drive)
When: Thursday, April 9 | 5:00–7:00 p.m.
We’d love to see you at the opening reception this week at Wilbur Cross High School to celebrate our talented students.
Where: Wilbur Cross High School (181 Mitchell Drive)
When: Thursday, April 9 | 5:00–7:00 p.m.
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!
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!
Reminder: All NHPS schools are CLOSED next week, April 13-17, for Spring Recess.
Enjoy the time off, New Haven!
See you all back on Monday, April 20.
Enjoy the time off, New Haven!
See you all back on Monday, April 20.
