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Posted Date: 01/30/26 (09:00 AM)


Magic Minutes

January 16, 2026

Hello Merrimac!

Welcome to this week's edition of the Magic Minutes! We're excited to share the latest happenings and updates from our school community to keep you informed and engaged.
 

This Week...

We had a wonderful week full of learning and special moments! Our UPK students enjoyed their very first Ms. Tucci read-aloud of the school year and were such mindful, attentive listeners—it was a joy to see their excitement and focus. First grade students also took part in an engaging animal interview presentation, where live animals were brought in and students asked thoughtful questions to learn more about them in an assembly-style experience.

We also want to extend a big thank-you to our custodial crew for their outstanding work during snow cleanup. Their hard work helps keep our school safe, welcoming, and running smoothly for everyone!

Weekly Spirit Days...

Every Monday - Merrimac Mondays (Wear your Merrimac gear or school colors!)

Wednesdays through 3/18 - Joggers and Jammies for Joy!

Every Friday - Fifth Grade Fridays (Wear your 5th grade shirt!)
Example calendar with dates pinned

School Closures/Early Dismissal:

2/16-2/20 No School
3/12 Half Day for Students (Kindergarten through 5th grade - dismissed by 11:20 am)
4/2-4/10 No School
5/25 No School
6/19 No School
6/25 Half & Last Day for Students (Kindergarten through 5th grade - dismissed by 11:20 am)

(*0 snow days used - No School 5/22, 5/26 & 5/27)
(**1 snow day used - School in Session 5/22)
(***2 snow days used - School in Session 5/22 & 5/27)
(****3 snow days used - School in Session 5/22, 5/26 & 5/27)

Important Dates


2/12 Family Connect Night; Spread the Love - Wear Valentine's Day apparel, red or pink!
2/13 PS I Love You Day - Wear Purple
3/12 Family Connect Night
3/13 Decades Day - UPK 50s, K 60s, 1st 70s, 2nd 80s, 3rd 90s, 4th 2000s, 5th/BOCES Future
3/20 Celebration of World Down Syndrome Awareness Day - Wear silly socks and/or blue and yellow!
3/27 Report Cards Posted to Parent Portal after 3 pm
4/1 Family Connect Night
4/20 World Autism Awareness Day - Wear Blue
4/24 Tropical Day - Wear your best island attire!
4/29-4/30 NYS ELA Assessment for Students in Grades 3-5
5/4 Family Connect Night; Star Wars Day - May the 4th be with you!
5/6-5/7 NYS Math Assessment for Students in Grades 3-5
5/8 Wear Green for Mental Health Awareness
5/11 6:30 pm Concert at Seneca (5th grade band & orchestra; 4th/5th chorus)
5/13 NYS Science Assessment for Students in 5th Grade
5/14 TENTATIVE First Responder Parade
5/19 Beginner Concert
5/19 Art Show
5/22 Wear Red, White and Blue in Observance of Memorial Day
5/28 Field Day (Rain Date 5/29)
6/11 Family Connect Night
6/12 Wear Red, White and Blue to Celebrate Flag Day!
6/16 5 pm 5th Grade Moving Up at East
6/25 Report Cards Posted to Parent Portal after 3 pm
 

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us. You can reach out via the following:

  • (631)244-5670
  • https://merrimac.sachem.edu/