Happy Valentine’s Day! 🐯❤️
The energy was high at Truman School for our Half Day Tiger Play! Our special teachers put together some "heart-pumping" activities in the gym to celebrate friendship and teamwork. It was awesome seeing our Tigers stay active while building such great bonds with one another.
A huge shout-out and special thanks to the team that made it happen: Mr. DiMaria, Mrs. Currant, Mr. Visokay, Ms. Villa, and Ms. Nabakooza. Thanks for all your hard work in giving the students a fun way to celebrate community through play!
The energy was high at Truman School for our Half Day Tiger Play! Our special teachers put together some "heart-pumping" activities in the gym to celebrate friendship and teamwork. It was awesome seeing our Tigers stay active while building such great bonds with one another.
A huge shout-out and special thanks to the team that made it happen: Mr. DiMaria, Mrs. Currant, Mr. Visokay, Ms. Villa, and Ms. Nabakooza. Thanks for all your hard work in giving the students a fun way to celebrate community through play!
FEBRUARY RECESS:
Friday February 12th students will be dismissed at 12:50 (early dismissal)
No School Monday & Tuesday
Enjoy the long weekend!
Friday February 12th students will be dismissed at 12:50 (early dismissal)
No School Monday & Tuesday
Enjoy the long weekend!
Ms. Gomez's students brought the beloved Guardians of the Galaxy hero to life in Ms. Nabakooza’s art room. In this lesson, students explored the art element of texture and the technique of figure making to create their own wood-inspired characters. Because Groot is made of wood and can regrow, these artworks beautifully symbolize life and renewal.
Celebrating World Read Aloud Day!
The 3rd and 4th-grade students from Mrs. Irizarry and Mrs. Pasan’s bilingual classes joined together in the library to share the joy of reading. It was a wonderful morning of collaboration where our students celebrated the power of stories and literacy in both languages.
The 3rd and 4th-grade students from Mrs. Irizarry and Mrs. Pasan’s bilingual classes joined together in the library to share the joy of reading. It was a wonderful morning of collaboration where our students celebrated the power of stories and literacy in both languages.
100 days smarter, stronger, and better.
💯 So proud of the growth and the grind. Let’s keep going! ✨
💯 So proud of the growth and the grind. Let’s keep going! ✨
Our 1st graders from Mrs. Marchitto’s and Mrs. Rosario’s classes created beautiful paper heart sculptures today in Ms. Nabakoosa’s art room. Students practiced folding, connecting, and arranging colorful paper strips to build simple 3D forms.
We are so proud of their creativity and focus—each sculpture turned out unique and full of personality!
We are so proud of their creativity and focus—each sculpture turned out unique and full of personality!
ROAR! Huge congrats to our 1rst and 2nd award winners! Whether it’s mastering math or diving into a new book, these students lead with TIGER values:
Teamwork
Integrity
Grit
Empathy
Respect
So proud of your hard work and even bigger hearts!
Our creative 4th graders from Mrs. Seeley’s class spent a wonderful day in Ms. Nabakooza’s art room, where they designed and crafted their own wearable locket artworks. Students transformed their ideas into beautiful and meaningful pieces they can wear with pride.
We are excited to highlight our amazing 3rd and 4th grade students, who were honored last Friday for their hard work and positive contributions to our school community.
Awards Presented Included:
Academic Achievement
Outstanding School Spirit
Honor Roll Recognition
Perfect Attendance
Each certificate represents dedication, perseverance, and a commitment to doing their best every day. We couldn’t be prouder of the growth and effort our students continue to show. Their enthusiasm for learning inspires us all!
Congratulations to all of our award recipients—keep reaching for your goals and celebrating your success!
Awards Presented Included:
Academic Achievement
Outstanding School Spirit
Honor Roll Recognition
Perfect Attendance
Each certificate represents dedication, perseverance, and a commitment to doing their best every day. We couldn’t be prouder of the growth and effort our students continue to show. Their enthusiasm for learning inspires us all!
Congratulations to all of our award recipients—keep reaching for your goals and celebrating your success!
Last Friday was a standout day for our school! Check out the highlights:
🧩 No Place for Hate: Students worked on their Identity Puzzles, turning blank pieces into a vibrant display of what makes us unique and united.
🏆 Monthly Awards: We celebrated our Students and Teachers of the Month! Thank you for being such amazing role models.
🥁 Whitney Houston Challenge: Our gym was full of rhythm as students and staff took on the drum challenge with incredible energy!
We love seeing our community shine. Great job, everyone!
We are so excited to see you at upcoming parent-teacher conferences! As a thank you for your partnership, every parent who attends will receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win one of our amazing gift baskets.
What’s inside the baskets?
🛒 Stop & Shop Gift Cards
🍪 Delicious homemade cookies.
❤️ Valentine’s Day treats and cards
👩🍳 Baking kits and supplies
🍲 Essential pantry items and more!
How to enter: Simply fill out your child’s full name and grade on the ticket during your conference and leave it with the teacher. Winners will be announced the very next day!
See you there!
What’s inside the baskets?
🛒 Stop & Shop Gift Cards
🍪 Delicious homemade cookies.
❤️ Valentine’s Day treats and cards
👩🍳 Baking kits and supplies
🍲 Essential pantry items and more!
How to enter: Simply fill out your child’s full name and grade on the ticket during your conference and leave it with the teacher. Winners will be announced the very next day!
See you there!
Reminder:
Your Voice Matters! Meet with Superintendent Dr. Negrón this Thursday to discuss the NHPS draft budget.
Thursday, Feb 5 | 9 AM | Truman School Come ask questions and help shape the future of our schools!
Your Voice Matters! Meet with Superintendent Dr. Negrón this Thursday to discuss the NHPS draft budget.
Thursday, Feb 5 | 9 AM | Truman School Come ask questions and help shape the future of our schools!
Quick Reminder: Parent-Teacher Conferences are this Wednesday, Feb 4th.
EARLY DISMISSAL FOR STUDENTS: Students will be dismissed at 12:50 and conferences will start at 1:30.
Looking forward to seeing everyone!
We are so proud of the effort our students put into this year’s Walk-a-thon! As a reward for their incredible fundraising success, students who met the goal were invited to a special Pizza Party celebration.
Thank you to all our families for supporting our school’s goals.
Thank you to all our families for supporting our school’s goals.
Get ready for a day full of fun and school spirit! We are celebrating Tiger Hearts Day on February 13th.
IMPORTANT REMINDER: This is a half-day for students. Dismissal will be at 12:50 PM. Please ensure transportation is arranged for this earlier time.
What’s happening:
DJ Booth: Bust a move with Mr. D!
Valentine Crafts: Create a special card or craft with Ms. Villa and Ms. Nabakooza.
Game Stations: Fun activities with Ms. Curran and Ms. V.
Concessions: Students can bring money to purchase and enjoy their favorite snacks and beverages.
Mark your calendars for February 13th—it’s going to be a "paws-itive" day for everyone!
IMPORTANT REMINDER: This is a half-day for students. Dismissal will be at 12:50 PM. Please ensure transportation is arranged for this earlier time.
What’s happening:
DJ Booth: Bust a move with Mr. D!
Valentine Crafts: Create a special card or craft with Ms. Villa and Ms. Nabakooza.
Game Stations: Fun activities with Ms. Curran and Ms. V.
Concessions: Students can bring money to purchase and enjoy their favorite snacks and beverages.
Mark your calendars for February 13th—it’s going to be a "paws-itive" day for everyone!
The SCHOOL BUDGET TALK has been rescheduled for February 5th at 9 am.
This is an important message from the New Haven Public Schools. Tomorrow, Tuesday, all schools will open with a two-hour delay. There will be no before-school programs. For further information, please visit our web site: nhps.net.
Parent Meeting Conferences & Winter Wonderland ❄️
We can't wait to see our families for a night of magic and community! To make sure everyone gets the most out of the evening, we have a simple two-step plan:
Step One: Pick Up Progress! Head to the classrooms first to collect your child’s report card and meet with teachers. This is a great chance to celebrate their hard work this term!
Step Two: Enter the Wonderland! Once you have your report card in hand, follow the music to our Winter Wonderland!
Join us for:
🎨 Crafts & Music: Festive activities for the kids and great tunes.
🍲 Light Refreshments: Enjoy some treats while you mingle.
🧥 The Community Closet: Browse our winter essentials for the whole family—take what you need to stay cozy!
Let’s celebrate our students’ success together. We’ll see you there!
We can't wait to see our families for a night of magic and community! To make sure everyone gets the most out of the evening, we have a simple two-step plan:
Step One: Pick Up Progress! Head to the classrooms first to collect your child’s report card and meet with teachers. This is a great chance to celebrate their hard work this term!
Step Two: Enter the Wonderland! Once you have your report card in hand, follow the music to our Winter Wonderland!
Join us for:
🎨 Crafts & Music: Festive activities for the kids and great tunes.
🍲 Light Refreshments: Enjoy some treats while you mingle.
🧥 The Community Closet: Browse our winter essentials for the whole family—take what you need to stay cozy!
Let’s celebrate our students’ success together. We’ll see you there!
Ms. Nabakooza’s 6th-grade artists are celebrating the New Year with these colorful 2026 balloon drawings! Great job, Grade 6!
Don't let exam stress get in the way of your hard work! Our Yoga Coach is sharing a simple, powerful tool to help Truman students stay "cool, calm, and collected" during test week: The Balloon Breath.
The Technique:
Fill the Balloon: Inhale deep into your belly (not your chest).
Slow Release: Exhale slowly to signal your brain that you are safe and ready.
Why it’s your Exam Superpower:
Calms the Nerves: Instantly lowers your heart rate.
Boosts Focus: Clears the mental "fog" caused by anxiety.
Total Control: You can do it right at your desk without anyone even noticing!
Coach’s Tip: Practice 3 "Balloon Breaths" the moment you get your test. Take a beat, find your focus, and then begin.
The Technique:
Fill the Balloon: Inhale deep into your belly (not your chest).
Slow Release: Exhale slowly to signal your brain that you are safe and ready.
Why it’s your Exam Superpower:
Calms the Nerves: Instantly lowers your heart rate.
Boosts Focus: Clears the mental "fog" caused by anxiety.
Total Control: You can do it right at your desk without anyone even noticing!
Coach’s Tip: Practice 3 "Balloon Breaths" the moment you get your test. Take a beat, find your focus, and then begin.
