Welcome!
Haddam Elementary School spans grade K-4 and has more than 260 students. With a relentless focus on effective instructional strategies to meet the needs of all learners, HES offers a formidable academic foundation for all its learners. As we develop the “whole child”, we also take every opportunity to reinforce lessons on character through teachable moments, assemblies and even through morning announcements. On most days, students hear a “Project Wisdom” message, a one-minute public address message that encourages students to reflect on topics such as integrity, respect, confidence, courage and honesty.

We have a deep-seated sense of community with nearly 100 parent and community volunteers each year playing an active role in classrooms. Our Parent Teacher Organization raises funds to support many enrichment opportunities including multicultural assemblies that allow for interaction with performers from various backgrounds. Students have learned about many topics including: world culture and dance, transcending physical disabilities, and respecting differences.

Our staff and students embrace the importance of service to the community:

• Food, supplies, clothing, toys, books, and money are collected for local needy and non-profit service organizations.
• Students make cards for senior citizens and nursing homes
• We host a Veteran’s Day Assembly and Reception for community veterans
• Thanks to the PTO collecting “Boxtops for Education”, we are able to share our love of reading by purchasing books for school communities in honor of our “HES Loves to Read” month-long program.

Our idyllic setting abutting a Nature Preserve with 150 acres including a pond, stream, and Connecticut River overlook, provides many opportunities for creative writing, physical education and hands-on science lessons. Haddam Elementary is a wonderful place to learn and grow. We look forward to “working together for excellence”!

Registration for students who will be entering kindergarten in Regional District #17 schools in 2010 will be held on Thursday, January 21st, from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Friday, January 22nd, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Children do not need to be present at the time of registration.

Pupils eligible to enter kindergarten in 2010 must reach their fifth birthday by December 31, 2010. Birth certificates must be presented before students start school. Proof of residency is also required, i.e., utility bill, tax bill, etc. Please bring them at the time of registration if possible. Parent orientation and school visitation dates will be provided at registration.