Are you ready to rock the block at our Back-To-School Block Party? Ready to celebrate the new school year, grab some free school supplies, and fill your bellies with ice cream? Then come on out to the Windsor High School Grounds today from 4:00 to 7:00 PM!
Here is what’s waiting for you this year:
Lots of free ice cream from Tall Man’s Ice Cream and Adam’s Ice Cream!
Free, delicious burgers and hot dogs courtesy of WPS Food Services!
Giant inflatables to climb on provided by CT Inflatables!
A Windsor Fire Truck to explore up close!
Free water bottles from Niagara Water and the MDC Water Lagoon to stay hydrated!
Live music performances and a DJ booth to keep you moving!
Town clubs, family games, school leadership meet-and-greets, and so much more!
Thank you to all of our amazing sponsors for making this event happen!
We can't wait to celebrate the end of summer with you today.
Right after our Back-To-School Block Party, we will host the second Coffee Talk with Dr. Abdel-Hady at the Sage Park Middle School Library. We invite you all to join our Superintendent to discuss the new and updated dress code and cell phone policies, pay-to-play, and a brand-new Windsor Early Learning Model (WELM). You may RSVP for the Coffee Talk by following this link.
Coffee Talk with Dr. Abdel-Hady is happening today at 11:00 am, and we still have some spots available! Sign up to attend the first coffee talk of the year by following this link.
Do you want your school district to hear your voice? Do you want to learn why certain policies are made? Do you want to ask questions that only school leadership could answer? Come over to a Coffee Talk with Dr. Abdel-Hady! Together with school principals and administrators, Dr. Hady is hosting monthly Coffee Talks that are created so that the district can hear directly from you - a student, a parent, a community member. Our first two coffee talks will happen next week: 8/25 at 11:00 am at the Bean @226 (226 Broad St, Windsor, CT 06095) and 8/27 at 6:30 pm at the Sage Park Middle School Library (25 Sage Park Road, Windsor, CT, 06095). RSVP here.
Statement from the Windsor Board of Education
On behalf of the Windsor Board of Education, I am honored to announce the appointment of Dr. Noha Abdel-Hady as the next Superintendent of Windsor Public Schools, effective July 1, 2026.
Dr. Abdel-Hady has been serving as our Acting Superintendent, where she has provided steady and thoughtful leadership while maintaining a clear focus on student achievement, educational excellence, and strong collaboration across our school community. Her commitment to the success and well-being of Windsor’s students, staff, and families has been evident throughout her service.
Windsor Public Schools has a proud tradition of academic excellence and community partnership. The Board is confident that under Dr. Abdel-Hady’s leadership, the district will continue to build on that strong foundation while advancing opportunities for all students to learn, grow, and thrive.
We congratulate Dr. Abdel-Hady on this appointment and look forward to working together to support the continued success of Windsor Public Schools and the bright future ahead for our students.
Ayana Taylor
President, Windsor Board of Education
Windsor Public Schools' Pre-K program is seeking 4 year old children to participate as peer role models in our inclusive early childhood classrooms. This opportunity allows typically developing children to learn and grow alongside peers with diverse learning needs in a supportive, engaging environment. Learn more here.
Windsor High School will open at 9:35 AM.
Sage Park Middle School will open at 10:05 AM.
Elementary schools and Pre-K PM programs will open at 10:40 AM.
Tree House will open at 8:00 AM.
Email janderson@windsorct.org or scan the QR code below to reserve your table today!
The Connecticut Legislature has adjusted the birthdate cutoff for kindergarten enrollment. Starting with the 2024-2025 school year, children must turn 5 on or before September 1 to be eligible for kindergarten. Previously, the cutoff date was January 1. A child who does not meet the cutoff may still be admitted to kindergarten pursuant to Public Act 23-208 upon (1) a written request from the parent or guardian and (2) an assessment completed by the school that determines admitting the child to kindergarten would be developmentally appropriate.
Determining developmentally appropriate skills and behaviors for kindergarten is a complex process. As we look ahead to the 2026-2027 school year, families wishing to register a child who turns 5 after September 1, 2026, can do so by completing the online waiver request.
If your child turns 5 on or before September 1, 2026, you DO NOT need to complete this form.
Once you complete the waiver, your school principal will contact you to schedule your child’s assessment. Assessments will be held monthly, starting January 2026 through August 2026.
For additional information about preparing your child for kindergarten, please see the links below:
https://www.naeyc.org/our-work/families/school-readiness
https://www.pta.org/home/family-resources/Parents-Guides-to-Student-Success/kindergarten
To access the waiver form and learn more, visit: https://www.windsorct.org/page/new-kindergarten-age-requirement.
Please do not hesitate to reach out to your building principal if you have any questions.
This Tuesday, December 16, 2025, the Windsor Board of Education will hold a regular meeting with a public forum, which will open a series of meetings related to budget planning for the 2026-2027 academic year. The public forum will begin at 6:30 PM, followed by the regular meeting at 7:00 PM. If you would like to attend, please review the special listening instructions and meeting agendas.
Windsor High School will open at 9:35 AM.
Sage Park Middle School will open at 10:05 AM.
Elementary Schools and Pre-K programs will open at 10:40 AM.
Tree House Programs will open at 8:00 AM.
Please note that there are no changes to student meal benefits as a result of the State SNAP benefit shutdown. Students will continue to receive school meals as usual, and current meal benefits will remain in place through the normal 30-day rollover period into the next school year.
We are also partnering with Weekend Wheels, a local program that provides additional food assistance to Windsor families. You may request their support directly by calling Windsor Social Services at 860.285.1839 or by visiting LP Wilson Community Center. Additionally, you may contact the Family Resource Coordinator at your child's school.
For additional local resources, please visit the Town of Windsor SNAP & Food Resources page or contact the Windsor Food & Fuel Bank.
As always, Windsor Public Schools remains committed to supporting our students and families. Together, we can make sure every child has what they need to thrive.
Halloween has passed. What does it mean? Winter is just around the corner! Set your clocks back one hour and read our Winter safety reminder to keep your kiddo warm and safe🧣❄️
