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Posted Date: 01/30/26 (03:00 PM)


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MKMS WEEKLY NEWSLETTER 1/26/2026

FEBRUARY, 2026 IMPORTANT DATES

  • 2/3 - Professional Learning Early Release - 1:05 PM
  • 2/10- Tenor and Bass Concert NHS at 7:00 pm combined groups from JW, MK and NHS
  • 2/11- Field Trip Gr 5- Ropes Stumpo 9-1:30
  • 2/11- Field Trip Gr 7- BioMedical Ct Humane Society 9:40 - 12:15
  • 2/11- Board of Ed 7-9
  • 2/12- Professional Learning Schools Closed/Offices Open
  • 2/13- Winter Vacation Schools Closed/Offices Open
  • 2/16- Presidents’ Day Schools/Office Closed
  • 2/17- Professional Learning Early Release - 1:05 PM
  • 2/20- Field Trip ASBDA 8th Grade Band- to Torrington 9-1:30
  • 2/25- Board of Ed 7-9
  • 2/26- Legally Blonde Jr 7:00
  • 2/27- Legally Blonde Jr 7:00
  • 2/28- Legally Blonde Jr 1:00 and 7:00

MAIN OFFICE NEWS


Beginning Monday, January 26th, Martin Kellogg will not be able to facilitate early release pick ups between 2:20 pm and 2:55 pm due to our school bus arrivals for the afternoon dismissal. Please plan accordingly.

Start the Day Strong with School Breakfast

Dear Families,
Did you know that a healthy breakfast can help students focus, learn, and feel their best all day long?
We’re excited to remind you that school breakfast is available every school day, Monday–Friday, when
school is in session!
Breakfast is served in the cafeteria before the school day begins and offers students a convenient, nutritious
way to start their morning with friends.
Breakfast Times:
High School: 7:10 a.m. – 7:30 a.m.
Middle School: 7:40 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.
Elementary School: 8:35 a.m. – 8:50 a.m.
Elementary students eat breakfast in their classrooms.

Delayed Openings
Breakfast is served at the High School and John Wallace on delayed opening days.
Martin Kellogg and Elementary schools do not serve breakfast on delayed opening days.
Cost
$2.00 for paid students
Free for students approved for free or reduced-price meals
Want to see what’s on the menu? Check it out here: https://www.npsct.org/school-menus
School breakfast is quick, easy, and a great way to make mornings less stressful for families. We encourage all
students to take advantage of this opportunity to start their day nourished and ready to learn!
If you have any questions, please contact the Foods and Nutrition Services Department
at foodservices@npsct.org or (860) 665-8635..
Warm regards,
Dana L. Markovics
Director of Foods & Nutrition Services

STUDENT ILLNESS REMINDER

Dear Families,

As we move through the school year, we kindly remind everyone of our health and safety guidelines regarding student illness and injuries. Please review the following return-to-school policies:

  •  Illness Guidelines: Fever: Students may return when their temperature is below 100.0°F for at least 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medication (e.g., Tylenol, ibuprofen).
  • Vomiting: Students may return 24 hours after vomiting has stopped, as long as they are able to tolerate a regular diet.
  • Diarrhea: Students may return 24 hours after the last loose bowel movement, provided they are eating normally.

Thank you,
Sue Lewis RN
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PTO NEWS

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PTO SPIRIT WEAR STORE

The MKMS Spirit Wear store is now live. Please click here to access the store. All orders can be placed online and when ready can be picked up at Logo Thread. You will receive an email when your order is ready.

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SCHOOL HOURS


Martin Kellogg and John Wallace Middle Schools
2025 - 2026

Regular School Day
8:05am to 2:55pm

Professional Learning/Early Release (Yellow) Schedule
8:05am to 1:05pm

Conference Early Release (Yellow) Schedule
8:05am to 1:05pm

Two-Hour Delay Schedule
10:05am to 2:55pm
MARTIN KELLOGG MIDDLE SCHOOL
MARTIN KELLOGG MIDDLE SCHOOL
Office Email: MKOffice@npsct.org
Principal Email: jlambert@npsct.org
Location: 155 Harding Avenue, Newington, CT
Phone: 860-666-5418
Fax: 860-667-5925
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