5/6th Grade Musical—Elf JR. 

December 6 at 7

Saxe Intermediate School's 5th and 6th graders are bringing holiday magic to the stage with Elf JR., a musical based on the beloved Christmas movie. Follow Buddy the Elf as he leaves the North Pole for New York City, discovering his true identity and spreading Christmas cheer along the way. Tickets are on sale now. Click HERE to purchase.  

Spread the Cheer With Holiday Spiritwear

Great news! The Saxe Holiday Spirit Wear store is live. Click HERE and get some holiday shopping done early. Some items are available in multiple colors, so please be sure to scroll through.

If you would like to receive your Saxe Spirit Wear before the holidays, please be sure to place your orders by Sunday, December 1 at midnight. 

Saxe Staff Cookie Exchange—Bakers Needed

December 19

Let's give our hard-working faculty the gift of relaxation and cookies for the holiday break. Please bring in two dozen cookies in a disposable container and drop off at Saxe main office on Tuesday, December 17 or Wednesday, December 18 (between the hours of 8:00 AM and 4;00 PM). Click HERE to sign up to bake or buy cookies.

*Please label your cookies if they contain nuts, and please note that the containers that they are delivered in cannot be returned.

Shop for Holiday Cars and Support Saxe

Help support Saxe by ordering your holiday cards through MINTED! Use the promo code FUNDRAISESAXE when you check out to receive 20% off your order, and Minted will donate 15% to Saxe Middle School.

PTC Nominations for 2025-2026!

The Nominations Committee is meeting to fill positions for next year’s 2025-2026 PTC Board Committees. Interested? Please email SaxePTC@gmail.com to let us know how you want to help! Include the positions you would be interested in or any specific interests you have. Click HERE to see a current list of committees

PTC Membership

The Saxe PTC is a network of volunteers dedicated to working together with the faculty, staff, and students at Saxe. Our goal is to make the middle school experience rewarding for all by supporting events, online initiatives, and fundraising efforts for Saxe. We’d love to count you among us. No experience is necessary, and there are no extra to-dos. Memberships are annual, and the new school year means new memberships. For $30, you’ll gain access to our online school directory for 2024-25. Click HERE to join the PTC today.

A reminder to 5th grade parents. The following days will be half days to accommodate for Parent Teacher Conferences. Please make your calendar:

Monday, December 2 

Tuesday, December 3 

Wednesday, December 4

Thursday, December 5

Friday, December 6

Connecticut State Law requires ALL students to have a physical exam during sixth grade. The CT Health Assessment form needs to be on file in the nurses office by the last day of 6th grade. We accept physicals dated from June 1, 2023. 

Upon completion of the exam, please email or bring the completed CT health assessment record to the lower division health office. Please contact your school nurse, Joelle Graham, with any questions. She can be reached at joelle.graham@ncps-k12.org or at (203) 594-4526.

December 17 at 7:00 PM

Parent volunteers are needed for the 7th and 8th grade Winter Chorus Concert. Please come help chaperone before and during the show. You will still get to see your child perform! Please click HERE to sign up for a volunteer spot.

The 3rd Annual NCHS Winter Sing Along is back! On Tuesday, December 3, from 6:00-7:00 PM, come to the Carriage Barn Arts Center for a festive evening of music and joy. Bring your friends and family to sing along to your favorite songs and enjoy seasonal crafts and snacks! Ticket proceeds support students in the NCPS Music Programs. Purchase yours today HERE. 

Participate in a New Canaan tradition and get your Christmas tree and wreaths in Kiwanis Park (77 Old Norwalk Road). Proceeds go to many local charities. The Exchange Club transforms Kiwanis Park into a Christmas village. There are  over 1,200 trees, including Fraser Firs and Balsams—along with a variety of wreaths, roping, tree stands and other seasonal merchandise. Fun for the whole family! There is a mailbox for letters addressed to Santa and Santa will personally reply (don't forget to include return address). Take a ride around the neighborhood on the Old Faithful classic fire engine. Click HERE for more information.

Registration is Now Open! We’re thrilled to offer your child(ren) the chance to join one of the state’s largest youth wrestling programs. Wrestling not only develops strength, balance, and coordination, but also fosters independence, accountability, self-discipline, and mental toughness. These skills complement team sports perfectly! Click HERE for more information.