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Magic Minutes 5 8 26

Posted Date: 05/08/26 (09:00 AM)


Magic Minutes

May 8, 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.
 
It was a wonderful and busy week here at Merrimac!

Our PTA truly spoiled our staff during Teacher Appreciation Week, and we are so grateful for their continued generosity and support. It meant so much to all of us.

We had some fun celebrating Star Wars Day, with many students and staff getting into the spirit and dressing up. It brought lots of smiles throughout the building!

Our PTA Spring Boutique was also a big hit, giving students the chance to shop for special items for themselves and their loved ones.
Thank you to our PTA volunteers who made this such a special experience.

We were proud to recognize our April Citizens of the Month, celebrating students who consistently show empathy and perspective - such important qualities in building a strong and caring school community.

We also took time to celebrate our amazing school nurse, Mrs. Morrill, for National School Nurse Day. We are so lucky to have her caring for our students each and every day.

Our students in grades 3 through 5 successfully completed the NYS Math Assessment. We are proud of their focus, perseverance, and effort throughout the testing period.

Finally, our 4th and 5th grade choruses, along with our 5th grade band and orchestra, are hard at work preparing for their upcoming concert. We hope to see many of you there on Monday, May 11 at 6:30 PM at Seneca Middle School—it’s sure to be a wonderful evening!

Weekly Spirit Days...

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

Every Friday - Fifth Grade Fridays (Wear your 5th grade shirt!)

School Closures/Early Dismissal:


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

Important Dates



5/11 6:30 pm Concert at Seneca (5th grade band & orchestra; 4th/5th chorus)
5/12 9:30 am Incoming Kindergarten Orientation
5/13 NYS Science Assessment for Students in 5th Grade
5/14 1:30 pm First Responder Parade
5/19 9:15 am Beginner Concert
5/19 5-7 pm 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/