Dear ELC Families,

This was a short and fast week! The weather has officially turned cooler, and we’re making the most of our outdoor recess time. Please be sure your child comes to school dressed appropriately for the changing temperatures — jackets, hats, and gloves. We also ask that all items be labeled, as many students have similar gear, and it can be tricky to tell them apart.

Tonight, our PTO is hosting Harvest Fest from 5:30–7:30 PM at TES/ELC! Join us for raffles, spirit wear sales (cash/check only), a DJ, and plenty of fun for the whole family. Looking ahead, we have a few spirit days next week — Patriots Day on Monday, when Malcolm Mitchell will be visiting to read to our second graders, and Wear Pink Day on Friday in support of those impacted by breast cancer.

We hope you have a wonderful weekend!

Frank Rich, Principal

Meghan Thomson, Assistant Principal

Happiest of birthdays to Theo M., Connor L., Julia A., Kitchener M., and Malakai R!

We would like to show our appreciation for the TES/ELC community members who have served our country through a parade. On Monday, November 10th at 9:15 am, students and staff will line the parade route to show their gratitude for our veterans as they parade around the building. The TES/ELC student connected to the active military/veteran will get to walk the parade route with their service member. After the parade, there will be a quick reception for our veterans/active service members in the cafeteria.

If you or a family member is an active service member or veteran of our armed forces and is available to join us on Monday, November 10th at 9:15 am please fill out TES/ELC Veterans Day Parade Google Form by Wednesday, November 5th: https://forms.gle/CTPLVrizDoRUGD53A

If you have any questions please email me at: sdesautel@attleboroschools.com.

We’re excited to invite parents, caregivers, and community members to join our School Council! By law, every school has a council made up of both staff, family, and community representatives, and your voice is an important part of shaping our school’s future.

This year, the council will be working on both our current and new School Improvement Plan. Meetings are usually held virtually from October through February, making it easy to participate from home.

If you’re interested in serving or would like to learn more, please reach out me at frich@attleboroschools.com

You can also find additional information about School Councils here. We would love for you to join us!

Contact or visit the Welcome Center for access to Community Resources, Community Flyers, and support for all things APS. This week’s Community Flyers include Halloween events, sports clinics, and parent information sessions hosted by the local community.  

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Important Dates to Remember

2025-2026 District Calendar of Events (click to view)

• 10/17/25: Harvest Night: 5:30pm-7:30pm

• 10/30/25: ELC School Pictures

• 11/4/25: No School: Professional Day

• 11/6/25: ELC only: No School

• 11/11/25: No School: Veteran's Day

• 11/26-28/25: No School: Thanksgiving Break

• 12/11/25: ELC No School: Parent Teacher Conferences

• 12/24/25-1/2/26: No School: Holiday Break

• 1/13/26: ELC Open House: New Families

• 1/16/26: ELC No School: Professional Day

• 1/19/26: No School: MLK Jr. Day