Great Neck Elementary Newsletter

GREAT NECK NEWSLETTER

October 17, 2025

UPCOMING EVENTS & ACTIVITIES

Oct. 21 Crown Pizza Dine Out 11am-9:30pm

Oct. 23

EARLY DISMISSAL– PD

Day

Oct. 26 11am-1pm

Nov. 4

Nov. 11

GN Trunk or Treat NO SCHOOL– PD Day

NO SCHOOL– Parent/Teacher Conferences

Nov. 12 GN PTA Meeting– GN Library5:30-6:30pm

Nov. 21 The Shack Restaurant Dine Out 4-8pm

Nov. 26-28 NO SCHOOL– Thanksgiving Break

Get a glimpse of what’s going on inside the school by clicking here.

Photo courtesy of LeeAnn Page

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WPS DEVICEPROTECTION ENROLLMENTENDS OCT.19TH

Grades 4-12 Only

Using MySchoolBucks you can:

● Purchase Device Protection for your child’s school-issued device to cover any accidental damage

● Pay invoices (new charger, etc.)

Get started in 4 easy steps:

1. Download the MySchoolBucksmobile app or visit myschoolbucks.com

2. Create your free account

3. Add your student

4. Browse the WPS online store to locate WPS Device Protection

The district is only offering this during the open enrollment period that runs from August 11th - October 19th, so don’t miss out on this opportunity. After that date, families will not be able to purchase this protection for the 2526 school year and will be responsible for the full cost of repair on your child’s school issued device.

HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL

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Thursday, October 2, 11:00AM - 4:00PM Boardgame Bonanza

Ages 4 and up, no registration required.

Saturday, October 4, 10:30AM- 11:00AM

Sign and Sing

Ages birth to 5, no registration required. Thank you to CT Humanities for helping to fund this program.

Monday, October 6, 10:30AM - 11:00AM Fire Safety Storytime

Ages birth to 5, no registration required.

Monday, October 6, 5:00PM – 6:00PM Spooky Mysteries Book Club

Ages 6 to 11, no registration required.

Friday, October 10, 11:00AM - 11:45AM

Baby & Me Lapsit Storytime

For children up to 18 months and their caregivers. No registration required.

Friday, October 17, 11:00AM - 11:45AM Tale and Tinker

Ages 3 to 5, registration is required.

Saturday, October 18, 10:30AM - 11:30AM Dental Hygiene Storytime

with local children's author and registered dental hygienist Heidi Rocha.

Ages 3 to 6, no registration required.

Monday, October 20, 10:30AM - 11:00AM Family Storytime

Ages birth to 5, no registration required.

Monday, October 20, 4:00PM - 6:00PM LEGO Club

Ages 4 and up, no registration required.

Saturday, October 25, 10:00AM – 11:00AM

Read to Scout

All ages, no registration required.

Monday, October 27, 10:30AM - 11:00AM

Special Halloween Storytime

Ages birth to 5, no registration required.

Tuesday, October 28, 4:30PM - 5:30PM

Read to Hodges

All ages, no registration required. Since Halloween is this week, feel free to wear a costume!

Friday, October 31, 11:00AM12:00PM

Halloween Toddler "Drive-In" Movie Ages 2 to 5 with a caregiver. Registration is required. Costumes are encouraged!

OCTOBER PROGRAMS Children & Teens

GRAB & GO CRAFT:

Saturday, October 4th to Friday, October 31st Ghost (While supplies last)

FAMILY PROGRAMS:

Saturday, October 25, 2:00PM - 4:00PM

Vechornytsi: a celebration of Ukrainian culture Join us as we celebrate the music and culture of Ukraine with Quaker Hill resident Kateryna Diachenko who will perform several traditional Ukrainian folk songs and share memories of her childhood. We will also be joined by Yevshan, a Ukrainian Vocal Ensemble conducted by Alexander Kuzma. There will be offerings of Ukrainian sweets and crafts for the children. All ages welcome, no registration required.

All programs are free and open to the public.

Access our online event calendar for more information and to register.

TEEN CORNER

Wednesday, October 8, 5:30PM - 7:00PM

Swiftie Craft and Chat

Celebrate Taylor Swift’s new album with a Swiftie Night! Stop by between 5:30 and 7:00 pm for themed crafts, activities, and music. Recommended for ages 10 and up, no registration required.

Tuesday, October 21, 5:30PM - 7:30PM

Traditional Mexican Embroidery

Join local artist Margarita Maxson for this special art workshop for teens!

Participants will each make their own unique piece as they learn basic stitches and the stories behind Traditional Mexican Embroidery. For ages 12 to 18 years old, registration is required.

Thank you to the Katherine Forests Crafts Foundation for funding this program!

Wednesday, October 29, 5:30PM - 7:00PM

Teen Craft Night