PNO Success, Cultural Night, Fun Fair
Tue, May 17 8:29am
THANK YOU Thank you to our entire Aiken community for making the 2022 PNO a HUGE success! This event raised over $12,000 for our school!! A special thanks to our fundraisers Amanda Pihl and Julie Cu ... [More]
PNO Auction, Cultural Night, Fun Fair
Tue, May 10 8:37am
Thank you to all who donated to Teacher Appreciation Week! The teachers enjoyed a week full of breakfast, lunches, and snacks! PARENT'S NIGHT OUT ONLINE AUCTION You DO NOT have to attend PNO to par ... [More]
PNO Auction!
Fri, May 6 9:04am
Parent's Night Out Online Auction You DO NOT have to attend PNO to participate in the online auction. Simply follow this link, create an account, and bid for your favorite items. When you sign up, you ... [More]
Art Show, Luminaries, Cultural Night, Fun Fair
Mon, May 2 2:36pm
Art Show Volunteers Dates: May 2nd-4th The Aiken art show is back but we can’t do it without the help of you! This is a beautiful in person event that showcases the artwork of our talented students. ... [More]
Teacher Appreciation Week!
Wed, Apr 27 11:50am
Teacher Appreciation Week Thank you to those who have donated so far. We still are in need of support for Teacher Appreciation Week which starts Monday! Let's show our teachers how much we value the ... [More]
Lots of Information This Week!
Sun, Apr 24 9:45pm
Teacher Appreciation Week Teacher Appreciation Week is fast approaching! Let's show our teachers how much we value them and their hard work with a week of delicious treats and surprises. If you are ... [More]
Talent Show, PNO, Art Show, Cultural Traditions Night,
Tue, Apr 19 10:35am
Welcome Back Families! We Hope that everyone had a great Spring Break! AIKEN’S GOT TALENT – April 26, 6:00pm – Aiken Auditorium Be prepared to be amazed by the extraordinary talents of the students ... [More]
Science Fair, Cultural Night, PNO, Remarkable Woman of the Year
Sun, Apr 3 5:05pm
Aiken Science Fair This Wednesday!! Come and show support to our Aiken scientists as they present science fair projects they have been working so hard on! When: Wednesday April 6th 6-7:30 Where: Kin ... [More]
Correction: Science Fair April 6th
Mon, Mar 21 8:30am
Science Fair is Wednesday April 6th!
PTO meeting, Talent Show, Science Fair, Parent Night Out
Sun, Mar 20 10:37am
Virtual PTO Meeting Tomorrow at 6 pm Please join us tomorrow, Monday 3/21 for an open virtual PTO meeting at 6pm. Please use the link below: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86281792010?pwd=emFxSXN1ZlM3M ... [More]
Pizza Bingo Full
Mon, Mar 14 1:03pm
As of today all 3 sessions for Pizza Bingo are full! Thanks everyone!
Pizza Bingo, Aikens Got Talent, Ukraine, Meaningful Actions
Sun, Mar 13 1:35pm
Pizza Bing Sessions 1 and 2 are FULL If you would like to sign up for Session 3 please see the attached flyer and sign up with check, cash or PayPal using the account: @AikenPTOTreasury or Donatetoai ... [More]
PAYPAL IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Thu, Mar 10 3:27pm
*****The original Pizza Bingo Flyer had the INCORRECT PayPal information.***** Please submit payments for any Aiken PTO activities, including Pizza Bingo, to @AikenPTOTreasury or Donatetoaiken@gma ... [More]
Hall High School Pops 'n Jazz
Mon, Mar 7 7:22pm
GET YOUR POPS 'N JAZZ TICKETS ONLINE NOW! Don't miss Hall High School's acclaimed jazz bands, dancers, singers, and actors as they take the stage for the 64th annual production of Pops 'n Jazz - per ... [More]
Early Dismissal, Pizza Bingo, Crisis Support, Multicultural Night
Mon, Mar 7 1:57pm
Early Dismissal Schedule for this Week Grades K-5 Monday, March 7th - 1:30 Tuesday, March 8th - 1:30 Wednesday, March 9th - 2:00 Thursday, March 10th - 1:30 Friday, March 11th - 1:30 ELC Full Day: 9: ... [More]
Support for WHPS Ukrainian Community
Mon, Feb 28 2:57pm
The West Hartford Public Schools is seeking support for our West Hartford Ukrainian community by showing your care and sharing resources that may bring some measure of comfort and relief during this h ... [More]
Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Fundraiser
Mon, Feb 28 7:09am
Leukemia and Lymphoma Society 5th Grade Fundraiser Let's help Aiken 5th graders raise money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society! Please see the attached flier! Read-a-thon Update Thank you to all ... [More]
Final week of Read-a-thon!
Wed, Feb 23 5:47pm
Read-a-thon update! Thank you so much to all the families who are supporting the read-a-thon. We have raised just over $3,000, read almost 50,000 minutes as a school community, and the competition be ... [More]
Science Fair, Meaningful Actions, Read-a-thon Update, Transition Night
Sun, Feb 13 3:42pm
The Aiken Science Fair 2022 Calling all 4th and 5th graders! You're invited to participate in our annual science fair! Please see the attached flyer for all the details! Meaningful Actions MAKE ... [More]
Aiken Science Fair
Mon, Feb 7 8:21pm
The Aiken Science Fair 2022 Calling all 4th and 5th graders! You're invited to participate in our annual science fair! Please see the attached flyer for all the details!
Read-a-thon Update, Food Drive, Girls Softball
Sun, Feb 6 5:12pm
Read-a-thon update! Great job Aiken readers!!! After only three full days of reading, we have read 9,110 minutes as a school community! Collins Bologna has logged the most minutes with 630 minutes ... [More]
Super Bowl Food Drive!
Wed, Feb 2 3:16pm
Who Do you think will win Super Bowl LVI? Cast your prediction by bringing in a donation for the West Hartford food pantry Monday February 7th to Friday February 11th **Donations still accepted th ... [More]
Read-a-thon Starts Tomorrow!
Mon, Jan 31 7:03pm
Read-a-thon Starts Tomorrow!!! Read-a-thon February 1-28 Aiken Elementary is excited to provide a family engagement school fundraiser that shares our love of reading while teaching children the impo ... [More]
Bring a stuffed animal to school and support Westmoor Park
Thu, Jan 27 7:14am
FUNDRAISER FOR WESTMOOR PARK On Friday, January 28th students are invited to bring a small stuffed animal to school along with a $1 or small donation to help support the animals at Westmoor Park. The ... [More]
Weekly Updates
Mon, Jan 24 2:54pm
**FAMILY TECH TALK - JANUARY 26th, 7:00PM Texting, gaming, Roblox, Minecraft, TikTok, YouTube. Technology is changing fast, and many of us are struggling to stay one step ahead of our kids and learn e ... [More]
Read-a-thon and Parents' Night Out!
Tue, Jan 18 4:07pm
Read-a-thon February 1-28 Aiken Elementary is excited to provide a family engagement school fundraiser that shares our love of reading while teaching children the importance of giving back to our scho ... [More]
Donation Matches and GoCards
Wed, Jan 12 3:25pm
Company Donation Matching Thank you so much to those of you who have taken advantage of donation matching through your employers. At times the donations do not indicate the individual who made the do ... [More]
Family Tech Talk, Ski Vermont Passport, Meet the Middle School Principals
Sun, Jan 9 2:07pm
This weeks PTO updates... **FAMILY TECH TALK - JANUARY 26th, 7:00PM Texting, gaming, Roblox, Minecraft, TikTok, YouTube. Technology is changing fast, and many of us are struggling to stay one step a ... [More]
Happy New Year
Sun, Jan 2 6:12pm
Happy New Year! Welcome Back Aiken Families! We hope everyone had a great break with your families! Ring in the New Year with West Hartford Parent Community Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Group! Enj ... [More]
Holiday donations update, Ice Skating, Junkluggers, Apparel and GoCards
Wed, Dec 22 3:18pm
Holiday Drive Update We can't find the words to express our gratitude to you all for the incredible donations for this year's Holiday Gift Drive. Not only was Aiken able to help families in our own ... [More]
Apparel and GOCards
Mon, Dec 13 5:20pm
AIKEN APPAREL Spirit Gear 15% Off Apparel Now has a storewide sale on Aiken spiritwear. Check out all of the great options for the holidays! https://apparelnow.com/aiken-elementary-west-hartford-appar ... [More]
PJ Day Friday, Aiken Apparel, Holiday Drive, GoCards
Tue, Dec 7 8:19pm
Just a Friendly Mid-Week Update! Pajama Day this Friday to Support CCMC! AIKEN APPAREL Spirit Gear 15% Off Apparel Now has a storewide sale on Aiken spiritwear. Check out all of the great options ... [More]
Go-cards, discounts on apparel, square art
Sun, Dec 5 6:02pm
AIKEN APPAREL Spirit Gear 15% Off Apparel Now has a storewide sale on Aiken spiritwear. Check out all of the great options for the holidays! https://apparelnow.com/aiken-elementary-west-hartford-appar ... [More]
Aiken Apparel, Holiday Drive, EDI
Sun, Nov 28 8:36pm
We hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving! Thank you for all your support during our Lyman Orchards Pie Fundraiser! It was HUGE success! AIKEN APPAREL The Aiken online apparel and gear shop ... [More]
Pie Pick up, Aiken Apparel , EDI
Sun, Nov 21 3:49pm
Thank you everyone for your generous donations that helped us provide teachers with breakfast, lunch, and snacks! Covid tests will be tomorrow instead of Thursday. Lyman pie and cookie dough p ... [More]
Monday Pie Pick Up!
Fri, Nov 19 4:20pm
Lyman pie and cookie dough pickup information: Pies and cookie dough will be available for pickup in the Aiken auditorium on Monday November 22nd from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Please enter the parking ... [More]
Tomorrow Last Day for SquareArt!
Thu, Nov 18 10:01am
Tomorrow (11/19) is the Last Day for Square 1 Art Thank you to all of the families that have already ordered. We have over 100 students that have participated. See below for online ordering info: We ... [More]
Holiday Donation Drive
Tue, Nov 16 11:33am
Holiday Donation Drive Please help us make the holidays special for families in need this season! In lieu of asking for toys this year, the PTO is raising monetary donations and gift cards to go towar ... [More]
Conference Week, Apparel, Book Fair, SquareArt, Skiing
Sun, Nov 14 4:57pm
Conference Week Early Dismissal Schedule Monday, November 15 - 1:30 pm dismissal Tuesday, November 16 - 1:30 pm dismissal Wednesday, November 17 - 2:00 pm dismissal Thursday, November 18 - 1:30 pm di ... [More]
WE NEED VOLUNTEERS!
Thu, Nov 11 11:13am
Thank you to everyone who joined us for last night's PTO meeting. We announced an open board position! If you are interested in being our co-treasurer, please email aikenpto@gmail.com. Thank you so ... [More]
Book fair! Conference snacks last call!
Tue, Nov 9 7:15pm
AIKEN BOOK FAIR – NOVEMBER 15-19 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Aiken’s annual Book Fair will be the week of 11/15-11/19 so mark your calendar! This is a wonderful opportunity to encourage your child’s reading an ... [More]
Picture Day Tomorrow and much much more!
Sun, Nov 7 8:01pm
Quick Reminders: Picture Day Tomorrow! PTO Meeting Wednesday November 10th AIKEN APPAREL The Aiken online apparel and gear shop is now open! You can buy your loved ones Aiken gear for birthdays, ho ... [More]
Aiken Apparel, Book Fair,Pennie Wars, Pies, PTO meeting, Skiing, Picture Day TOMORROW
Sun, Nov 7 3:36pm
Quick Reminders: Picture Day Tomorrow! PTO Meeting Wednesday November 10th AIKEN APPAREL The Aiken online apparel and gear shop is now open! You can buy your loved ones Aiken gear for birthdays, ho ... [More]
PTO Meeting November 10th
Mon, Oct 25 11:36am
Mark your calendars and please join us for our Aiken PTO meeting on November 10th at 6:30 in the Aiken Library. We will also provide a link for you to join us from home!
Lyman Pie Fundraising Update!
Sun, Oct 24 6:57pm
Lyman Pie Fundraiser A huge thank you to all the families that participated in the Lyman Pie fundraiser. We sold 321 pies and 154 cookie doughs. In total we raised $4036. Pickup will be just in time f ... [More]
Last Day for Pies!!
Thu, Oct 21 10:02am
LAST DAY TO BUY PIES AND COOKIES Lyman Pie Fundraiser Last call for pies! Thank you to all the families that have already participated. We have sold over 225 pies, and have raised over $3000. If you ... [More]
Epic Weekend!
Sun, Oct 17 7:01pm
What an amazing weekend! The fall festival was a huge success! The weather heals out and everyone had a wonderful time. Thank you to the entire Fall Festival Committee for organizing a wonderful eve ... [More]
FALL FESTIVAL TOMORROW 11-2
Fri, Oct 15 7:36am
FALL FESTIVAL TOMORROW 11-2! Aiken School Pumpkin Patch This morning (Friday, 10/15)) students will visit our Aiken School "Pumpkin Patch". Please bring your pumpkin back tomorrow and decorate it a ... [More]
Fall Festival, Family Photos, and Pies! OH MY!
Sun, Oct 10 4:37pm
We hope you all had a fabulous long weekend! Here are the PTO highlights you need to know... Aiken School Pumpkin Patch On Friday, October 15th students will visit our Aiken School "Pumpkin Patch". ... [More]
Fall Festival, Photo Sessions, and Pies Oh My!
Sun, Oct 3 8:28pm
AIKEN FALL FESTIVAL Please join us Saturday, October 16th 11am-2pm! The front of Aiken School will be transformed into a fall festival of fun! Here are some of the things you can look forward to.. ... [More]
Aiken Family Photos with Wildlings Photography
Thu, Sep 30 10:00am
We are partnering with Wildlings Photography this fall, and are offering families the opportunity to book their holiday photo sessions, while supporting the Aiken PTO. Families have two different phot ... [More]
Aiken Outdoor Fall Festival!!
Wed, Sep 29 1:22pm
Aiken Fall Festival Please join us Saturday, October 16th 11am-2pm! The front of Aiken School will be transformed into a fall festival of fun! Here are some of the things you can look forward to.. ... [More]
Last Day for Boone and First Day For Pies!!!
Mon, Sep 27 7:12pm
Today is the last day to make purchases for the Boon Supply fundraiser. Thank you to all of the families that participated. We have raised over $1300 to help support the Aiken community. If you haven' ... [More]
Fall Festival and much much more....
Sun, Sep 26 4:41pm
Here is your weekly update Aiken... AIKEN FALL FESTIVAL Join us on October 16th from 11 am to 2 pm in the front of Aiken School! Heres' what you can look forward to... Games DJ Face Painting Fo ... [More]
Chess Club
Wed, Sep 22 2:29pm
Aiken Chess Program Fall 2021 – 6 Weeks on Thursdays Registration Deadline: September 28 Aiken Chess Program returns to in person activities including the tournament competition team! Award winning al ... [More]
Important Information
Sun, Sep 19 4:06pm
Fall is certainly in the air. Here are your friendly PTO updates. Hope to see you all virtually at Curriculum Night! CURRICULUM NIGHT 5:30-6:00 - Support Staff (ESOL, Reading Intervention, Pupil ... [More]
PTO Kickoff Tonighy
Tue, Sep 14 2:51pm
Hello Aiken Families! Just a reminder that tonight’s meeting will be virtual as well as in person at 6:30pm in the Aiken library. Hope to see you there!
PTO Kick Off Meeting this Tuesday 6:30-7:30
Sun, Sep 12 6:42pm
PTO Kick Off Meeting this Tuesday in the library and on zoom! Please join us from 6:30-7:30 pm. Here is the link for the virtual meeting: Virtual Link for PTO Meeting This meeting will highlig ... [More]
Fundraising, Advertising and Volunteering
Sun, Sep 5 3:55pm
Hello Aiken Families! We were so excited to see all the kids back in school on Wednesday. A quick shout out to Swoop for welcoming our families and back. Also, thank you to the parents that were able ... [More]
First Day of School Coffee Social
Tue, Aug 31 6:56pm
Please join us tomorrow morning from 8:30-9:30 am for our Annual First Day of School Coffee Social! Please see the attachments for all the details!
Boon Supply Fundraiser Starts Today!
Mon, Aug 30 6:46pm
Boon Supply Fundraiser We have a great fundraiser planned for the start of school, and we need your help. It’s easy! No order forms, no checks to collect, no handing out items. 40% of purchases go dir ... [More]
Back East Event
Wed, Aug 25 4:39pm
It’s almost time for Aiken PTO's "Back to Aiken PTO's "Back to School Bash" on August 28th @ 7:30PM Each ticket ($25) includes 2 raffle tickets for the door prizes that have been generously donated ... [More]
We need your help!
Tue, Aug 17 3:07pm
If you are available at 9:30 tomorrow morning we were tremendously appreciate some help assembling our back to school packets. We will meet in the Aiken cafeteria! These packets will include tons of i ... [More]
Back East Brewery August 28th!
Fri, Aug 13 4:01pm
BACK EAST BREWERY PARENTS SOCIAL NIGHT Saturday August 28th 7:30-10:30 $25 (includes 2 drink tickets and 2 prize drawing tickets) Get a babysitter and meet new families and connect with friends! Enjoy ... [More]
Welcome!!!!
Thu, Aug 5 6:06pm
Hello Aiken Families!!! We are certainly not trying to rush the summer away but the PTO has so much information we would like to share with families before the start of school! You will find our PT ... [More]
Early dismissal and Aiken Spirit Day!
Wed, Jun 16 9:59pm
This is a reminder that tomorrow is a 2:00 dismissal!!! Also don’t forget to wear your Aiken school spirit!!!
Its the last eblast of the year!!!!
Sun, Jun 13 7:55pm
Dear Aiken Families, As we head into the last few days of the 2020-2021 school year, we cant help but reflect on the past 180 days...oh what a year. Thank you to everyone for the amazing and conti ... [More]
Antiracist Action
Sun, Jun 6 5:15pm
Hello Aiken Families, What a fantastic weekend! We hope you enjoyed it! Please see the attachment below! Sabrina and Amy
Room parent volunteers and Gender 101
Tue, May 18 12:15pm
Room Parent Volunteers 2021-2022 School Year Believe it or not the PTO is already preparing for next year! If you are interested in volunteering next year as a room parent for your child's classroo ... [More]
Fighting Stigmas on Mental Illness and AAPI Month
Sun, May 16 7:25pm
STMH #10: Fighting Stigmas Associated with Mental Health Supporting Teen Mental Health Keep a watch for this recurring series that provides information, guidance, and resources from school staff, co ... [More]
ITS TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK!!!
Sun, May 2 2:18pm
Good Afternoon Aiken, Our teachers and staff deserve appreciation daily...BUT this is the one week set aside to show all our appreciation. Its Teacher Appreciation Week!!! Thanks to all of YOU, ... [More]
Teacher Appreciation Week Next Week!
Wed, Apr 28 12:33pm
Hello Aiken Families, Next week we will be celebrating our teachers! Thanks to the help of all of YOU, the PTO was able to fund a full week of fun and special treats to remind our teachers how spec ... [More]
Luminaries, Cultural Night, Barre Night, Chess, Open Board Positions
Sun, Apr 25 6:13pm
Light Up for Solidarity You should have received the luminary bag that was put together for each Aiken family by our Aiken Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Parent Committee. We are asking all Aiken fam ... [More]
Cultural Traditions Night Extension
Tue, Apr 20 9:02pm
Cultural Traditions Night Submission Extension! Please submit no later than Friday April 23rd! See details below! Cultural Traditions Night (formally known as International Night) We wanted to ... [More]
PTO NEWS
Sun, Apr 18 3:23pm
Hi Aiken Families, We are in the home stretch now, just about 2 months left of school! We have some fun events coming up, a great way to bring our community together. Read through to get all infor ... [More]
Cultural Traditions Formally Known at International Night
Wed, Apr 7 3:01pm
Cultural Traditions Night (formally known as International Night) We wanted to clarify that Cultural Traditions Night is a new twist on our annual International Night. With the help of our Aiken ... [More]
Cultural Night, Barre, Aikens Got Talent,
Sun, Apr 4 11:47am
Cultural Traditions Night Cultural Traditions Night is such a huge opportunity to share and celebrate who we are and where we come from! There are 27 different languages spoken at Aiken which is the h ... [More]
Fun and Exciting Happenings
Sun, Mar 28 2:24pm
Hi Aiken Families, Please read through. There are some fun and exciting things coming up. Cultural Traditions Night Cultural Traditions Night is such a huge opportunity to share and celebrate who ... [More]
Photo ordering
Mon, Mar 22 12:44pm
Art Rich photography has opened up the pre-ordering just for today 3/22 the access code is aiken20 (the one sent prior to picture day was incorrect) You may also email orders to them at southington@ ... [More]
Meaningful Actions MAKE AN IMPACT
Sun, Mar 21 8:00pm
Meaningful Actions MAKE AN IMPACT Antiracist Action #26 Violence against Asian Americans in the U.S. has surged since Covid-19, but it did not start there. Learn about our country’s history of Anti ... [More]
Spring has sprung!
Sun, Mar 21 4:05pm
We hope you enjoyed the glorious weekend! Spring has sprung and so are things at Aiken! There are MANY fun and exciting events and opportunities happening! Take a look... Important dates to note, ... [More]
Barre Save The Date
Sun, Mar 21 2:40pm
May 6th 6-8 pm Barre Event I don't know about you guys but I can't wait to do fun things outside. Please join us for a fun, safe, adults only night out! Please see the attached flyer for all the details!
Picture Day
Wed, Mar 17 4:30pm
Tomorrow is Picture Day Thursday March 18th Bring those smiles!!! You can pre order at artrichphotography.com access code is aiken2020 Don't forget to print out the form and send in with your ... [More]
PTO Updates
Sun, Mar 14 1:54pm
Hi Aiken Families, We are a little spring teaser last week. Some nice warm days. Looking forward to spring and the sunshine ahead. Thank you to everyone who helped treat our amazing staff and teac ... [More]
ELC Early Dismissal Reminder
Sun, Mar 7 7:10pm
Please remember this week is conferences! Here are this weeks dismissal times! AM class: 9-11am PM class: 11:45-1:45pm
PTO Updates
Sun, Mar 7 10:04am
We hope you all had a wonderful weekend! We are ALL looking forward to the warmer days ahead! SAVE THESE DATES March 8th to March 12th. - Conference week. Dismissal EACH day will be 2:00. March 18 ... [More]
A little late..but Here are the weekly updates
Tue, Mar 2 8:45am
Hi Aiken Families, We hope you all enjoyed a nice weekend. We apologize for the eblast delay, the site had some issues. 21 days until spring. We all made it through the winter! And so thankful we ... [More]
PTO Updates
Sun, Feb 28 7:42pm
Hi Aiken Families, We hope you all enjoyed a nice weekend. 21 days until spring. We all made it through the winter! And so thankful we have managed to continue to keep our kids in full time. Thank ... [More]
Please see Attachments
Sun, Feb 21 5:41pm
Please see the missing attachments from today's Eblast!
Sunday Updates!
Sun, Feb 21 4:03pm
Hello Aiken Families, We hope you enjoyed the weekend! Here are your weekly updates! Go Cards We have a handful of of Go Cards! Please email the PTO if you would like to purchase one or two! ... [More]
Aiken PTO Updates
Tue, Feb 16 3:31pm
Hi Aiken Families, Hoping everyone had a nice long weekend, enjoyed some down time, family time and maybe got out. AmazonSmile AmazonSmile is a simple way for you to support Aiken every time ... [More]
Pajama Day Friday!!!
Mon, Feb 8 11:13am
Please help our 2nd graders spread LOVE by donating $1 to help children in the Hartford area! Please see the attached flyer!
Black History Month, PJ Day, Read-a-thon, Food Drive, and more!!!!
Sun, Feb 7 12:38pm
Hello Aiken families! We hope you all enjoyed a safe and snowy weekend! This week's E-blast is FULL of important updates and information! PJ DAY - 2/12 - Organized by Aiken's Second Graders Help ... [More]
PTO Updates
Sun, Jan 31 3:28pm
Hi Aiken Families, BRR what a cold few days it has been. Hopefully everyone had a nice weekend, and stocked up on milk and bread for the upcoming storm!! Super Bowl Food Drive Help make it a “ ... [More]
Food Drive
Fri, Jan 29 1:23pm
Happy Friday Aiken Families, Super Bowl Food Drive Help make it a “Souper” Super Bowl by helping neighbors in need! Between Monday, February 1 and Friday, February 5, 2021, bring in any of the fol ... [More]
Exciting news!
Sun, Jan 24 2:07pm
We hope you had a wonderful weekend! I came across a quote that I wanted to share, "Your children will become who you are; so be who you want them to be." Thank you Aiken Families for all your contin ... [More]
PTO News
Mon, Jan 18 4:00pm
Hello Aiken Families, " We have before us the glorious opportunity to inject a new dimension of love into the veins of our civilization." - Martin Luther King Jr. Let us not just read the words, ... [More]
Happy New Year
Sun, Jan 10 4:28pm
Hello Aiken Families! We hope you all had a safe and healthy winter break! While 2020 may have been a challenging one, we hope you and your families had the opportunity to look back at the good tha ... [More]
Our last 2020 eblast!
Sun, Dec 20 3:14pm
Happy Sunday Aiken Families, We made it to break (almost), and what a year it has been. There are many words that come to mind to describe 2020, some of which we shall not use, But the one word that ... [More]
EDI Mixed Media Discussion Club
Fri, Dec 18 9:20pm
Happy Friday Aiken Families, Please see this great opportunity from EDI EDI MIXED MEDIA DISCUSSION CLUB The Aiken EDI Parent Committee is excited to announce its Mixed Media Discussion Club ... [More]
One More Day!!!
Tue, Dec 15 5:03pm
Tomorrow is the last day to send your donation!! AIKEN HOLIDAY DONATION DRIVE! Thank you so much to those of you who have already sent in your donations! Please help us make the holidays specia ... [More]
Your Sunday Update!
Sun, Dec 13 7:51pm
Thank You Thank you everyone who showed support for the Tyler Family! Ocho Night was a HUGE success!! We plan to do more events like this in the near future! AIKEN HOLIDAY DONATION DRIVE! Plea ... [More]
Aiken Holiday Donation Drive
Tue, Dec 8 6:50pm
AIKEN HOLIDAY DONATION DRIVE! Please help us make the holidays special for families in need this season! In lieu of asking for toys this year, the PTO is raising monetary donations and gift cards to ... [More]
MENTION THE TYLER FAMILY AT OCHO CAFE TONIGHT
Mon, Dec 7 4:15pm
Please make sure when you order your Ocho Cafe tonight that you mention your supporting the Tyler Family. The proceeds will only benefit the Tyler Family if you order directly through the restaurant! ... [More]
Dont cook dinner tomorrow night!
Sun, Dec 6 2:14pm
Hi Aiken Families, It's the most wonderful time of the year. As we embark upon the holidays; it is a great time to reflect on the year, give thanks and appreciation to those who have been there for ... [More]
Last Day for Charleston Wrap
Mon, Nov 30 12:59pm
Last Day!!! Today is the last day to order from Charleston Wrap. Thank you to all the families that have participated! We have sold a total of 309 items, which amounts to $1816 profit to support the ... [More]
Ocho Cafe in honor of The Tyler Family
Sun, Nov 29 4:44pm
We hope you and your families had a safe and healthy Thanksgiving holiday. During this time of thankfulness and giving we hope you can join us for a very special fundraising event. Aiken Night at ... [More]
PIES
Mon, Nov 23 9:49am
Lyman Pie Pickup is Monday, November 23rd, between 11:15- 3:00. We will be distributing pies at the FRONT door of the school due to the rain. A few reminders for pickup: Please bring your own bags ... [More]
Aiken PTO Updates..Be in the Know!
Sun, Nov 22 2:10pm
Dearest Aiken Families, “Appreciation is a wonderful thing. It makes what is excellent in others belong to us as well.” — Voltaire Thank you to all of the families that tirelessly support the Aike ... [More]
Book Fair and Teacher Gratitude Project
Fri, Nov 20 2:29pm
Book Fair Final Call! Aiken’s Virtual Book Fair is coming to a close! This will be your last weekend to shop the fair, it will close on Sunday 11/22. All orders will be shipped to your home and bo ... [More]
TODAY!!!
Wed, Nov 18 9:13am
TODAY!! Aiken EDI Event November 18th 5-6:30pm This virtual event will focus on healing and wellness within ourselves, our family, and our community during these unprecedented times. Please see attached flyer
Important Information for Pie Pick-Up. New Date
Tue, Nov 17 8:10pm
LYMAN PIE PICKUP HAS CHANGED! We were notified today that certain pies (Chocolate Cream & Peanut Butter Brownie Bottom) were out of stock, and that they planned to set up a separate delivery for these ... [More]
Aiken Updates..Its Sunday already.....
Sun, Nov 15 5:44pm
Hi Aiken Families, We hope you are all doing well and enjoying the cool, but dry weekend. Its Conference Week 11/16 to 11/20 **Note Dismissal Time ** Monday 11/16 - 2pm Tuesday 11/17 - 2pm Wedn ... [More]
Mid-Week Update
Tue, Nov 10 11:19am
Just a few mid-week reminders and updates! Conference Week 11/16 to 11/20 **Note Dismissal Time ** Monday 11/16 - 2pm Tuesday 11/17 - 2pm Wednesday 11/18 - 2pm Thursday 11/19 - 2pm Friday 11/20 - ... [More]
What you need to know...
Sun, Nov 8 7:22pm
Hi Aiken Families, The Aiken Pickin' Patch was a HUGE success! Everyone was able to select their own pumpkin, and use some fun stickers to decorate it with. Thank you to all those involved! C ... [More]
Its pumpkin Patch time and more PTO updates
Sun, Nov 1 4:01pm
Hi Aiken Families, It sure is starting to feel fall. Brr. We hope you all had a fantastic weekend and a safe, fun Halloween. The PTO board has worked hard to bring a little fall and Halloween mag ... [More]
Last Chance.....
Wed, Oct 28 6:42pm
Hi Aiken Families, Dont miss out on delicious pies and cookie dough.. Last night to order https://my.mcmfundraising.com/signup/PSBC Prepare your holiday dessert spread with the help from Aiken P ... [More]
Some Important Reminders
Sun, Oct 25 1:17pm
Hello Aiken Families, We hope you are having a wonderful weekend! We know this is a challenging time for all of us. Remember you are not alone. This quote seemed fitting for this week's Eblast, ... [More]
Mid week update...Get your pies and support Aiken
Thu, Oct 22 1:18pm
Hi Aiken Families, There is still time to order your pies. Don't miss out!! Prepare your holiday dessert spread with the help from Aiken PTO. We are excited to offer Lyman Orchard Pies and Ottis Spun ... [More]
Lot's of Important Information
Sun, Oct 18 2:11pm
Hello Aiken Families! We hope you enjoyed the beautiful weekend! Here is some important information you need to know... Welcome Purple Group!!! Lets kick off being together with a spirit week We ... [More]
Chess Club update
Mon, Oct 12 5:12pm
Please see new dates and times for the Chess Club bellow Club meetings will be online via Zoom on: Tuesdays 5-6 PM (October 27, November 3, 10, 17, 24, December 1, 8 and 15) or Wednesdays 6-7 PM ... [More]
Exciting News
Mon, Oct 12 3:12pm
Hi Aiken Families, Hopefully everyone enjoyed the long weekend. Our Friday email from Tom Moore certainly helped start the weekend off right!!! We are so excited to head back to school full time on ... [More]
Its Pie time!!!
Fri, Oct 9 2:19pm
Happy Friday Aiken Families, Prepare your holiday dessert spread with the help from Aiken PTO. We are excited to offer Lyman Orchard Pies and Ottis Spunkmeyer Cookie Dough to help fundraise for our ... [More]
We Are In This Together!
Sun, Oct 4 4:07pm
Hello Aiken Families! We hope you all had a wonderful week! As we continue our journeys through in school and at home learning just remember, WE ARE IN THIS TOGETHER! Here are a few reminders fro ... [More]
EDI Event
Wed, Sep 30 2:01pm
The Aiken Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) Parent Committee hosts its first Aiken's EDI Speaker Series event. Topic: "Let's Talk About Race and Other Tough Topics with Kids" October 15, 2020 ... [More]
Aiken Updates
Mon, Sep 28 1:19pm
Hi Aiken Families, We hope you all had a nice long weekend. The weather was beautiful. Perfect for all those fun fall activities. This is the LAST week to update your information in powerschool. ... [More]
Lets show some Aiken Spirit
Mon, Sep 21 8:51pm
AIKEN 2020 spirit wear!! Check out this years CONTACTLESS spirit wear. Newer brands, and newer looks that will make you and your child(ren) shout for Aiken! As with everything else in 2020 spirit w ... [More]
Another successful week down!
Sat, Sep 19 9:35am
We hope you all had a wonderful second week of school. Here is a bit of information from our Aiken PTO. It is important that Aiken has up-to-date contact information for you and at least 3 emergenc ... [More]
1 week down......
Sun, Sep 13 9:06pm
Good Evening Aiken Families, Its starting to feel fall..ish! Anyone else loving this cooler weather?!? It sounds like the fist week back was a huge success. MANY thanks to our incredible Aiken tea ... [More]
Correction
Thu, Sep 3 9:39pm
Major apologies... The swag bags do not have guns......they have gum! ( and this is when you know its time to shut the computer down)
Welcome Aiken Families...Lets Chalk - The - Walk!!!
Thu, Sep 3 9:30pm
Dear Aiken Families, Welcome back!!! Here we are, ready to embark on a brand-new school year together! We are beyond excited to welcome all our new families to Aiken and look forward to another year ... [More]
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Happy Summer break!
Mon, Jun 15 8:11pm
Hello Aiken families, We can not believe the end of the school year has come. These times are very challenging but we have to say we are so impressed and thankful with our school, teachers and staf ... [More]
Lets Swoop!!!
Wed, May 20 9:54am
Morning Aiken Families, We are so excited to announce we have been given the ok to start our swooping again!! Bringing smiles to our community is something we have been looking forward to! We h ... [More]
Teacher appreciation picture deadline
Fri, May 1 11:42am
Happy Friday Aiken, Weather looks great for the weekend. Make sure you get out and enjoy that sun. We are blown away with the teacher appreciation picture response. The teachers will absolutely lo ... [More]
Social event postponed ***
Thu, Apr 30 11:48am
Hey Aiken families, Thank you to everyone who supported the upcoming summer social event that has been postponed twice. We are looking forward to having this event but with the current circumstances t ... [More]
Teacher appreciation photos!
Tue, Apr 28 8:20pm
Hey Aiken! Only have a few days left to send us your teacher appreciation photos! The week of May 4th is National Teacher Appreciation Week. Normally we would have a fantastic week planned for our ama ... [More]
Teacher appreciation week
Sun, Apr 26 7:51pm
Hi Aiken Families, We hope everyone is doing well and staying safe. The week of May 4th is National Teacher Appreciation Week. Normally we would have a fantastic week planned for our amazing tea ... [More]
Reminder
Thu, Apr 16 4:31pm
Hi Aiken Families, We hope this finds you all well....and sane! Today is the deadline for chess registration. See attached for more information We are loving all the Aiken spirit wear photos. ... [More]
Swooping yards on hold
Sat, Apr 11 2:13pm
Hello Aiken! We are so sad to let you all know thy unfortunately the “Swooping” Project is on a hold as of right now. We have been told from our superintendent since there is a strong order to stay ho ... [More]
We got spirit, yes we do!
Fri, Apr 10 9:46am
Good Morning Aiken! Happy first day of Spring Break. We hope this finds you all well. Your PTO has been working hard and thinking of ways to help bring us together and create some much needed Aiken ... [More]
OPEN AIKEN PTO BOARD POSITIONS FOR THE 2020-2021 SCHOOL YEAR
Tue, Mar 10 11:44pm
Dear Aiken Families, Thank you to everyone who has expressed interest in joining the PTO board. We are writing because there are a two more open board positions for the 2020-2021 school year that we ... [More]
COVID-19 Important updates
Mon, Mar 9 8:53pm
Good evening Aiken families, Im sure you all have received the important update from our principal, Shannon. This is a follow up , we want you to be aware of all the precautions our school and town ... [More]
EDI, Paul Cryan, conference week, and.so.much.more
Sun, Mar 8 8:18pm
Good Evening Aiken Families, It sure is feeling like spring out there. What a nice weekend to get out and enjoy the warm air. PROJECT TOGETHERNESS - AIKEN'S EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION COMMITTEE ... [More]
EDI!!! Have you registered yet?!
Fri, Mar 6 7:22am
Good morning Aiken families! Have you heard about the new EDI committee?! EDI stands for equity diversity and inclusion and on Thursday March 19th you are invited to join us in the Aiken library for m ... [More]
Conference week and Paul Cryan Sign up
Wed, Mar 4 2:34pm
Happy Hump Day Aiken, Conference week will begin Monday March 9. Our amazing teachers work long hours. Please help us keep them nourished and fed through the week. Feel free to sign up for any day t ... [More]
Aiken PTO Board Position Openings for Next Year!!
Mon, Mar 2 9:53pm
Dear Aiken Families, We are looking for a few good women or men to join us on the PTO Board for the 2020-2021 school year. Please check out the openings and descriptions listed below and email aikenp ... [More]
Fifth floor A Cappella, READ across america, EDI and more!!!!
Sun, Mar 1 6:50pm
Hey Aiken families, We hope you are enjoying this weekend. Lots going on at Aiken, check it out below. Fifth Floor A Cappella at Aiken Elementary this Thursday!! Please see attached flyer $5.00 e ... [More]
Aiken news
Sun, Feb 23 11:46am
Happy Sunday Aiken, Hope you are all out enjoying the warm sun. AIKEN'S SPRING SOCIAL IS SOLD OUT!! THANK YOU TO ALL WHO PURCHASED TICKETS!! ** SHOW YOUR LOVE FOR AIKEN PLEDGE** Our kids are ... [More]
Aiken's Got Talent Help Needed
Thu, Feb 20 7:58pm
Dear Aiken Families, We are so excited to bring you the third annual Aiken's Got Talent on March 25th from 6:00-8:00, but we are really in need of someone who is into music and can to control the ti ... [More]
Library info, new Cafeteria trays, Aikens got talent & more!!!!
Tue, Feb 18 5:33pm
Hello Aiken Families, What a nice long break this was. We hope everyone got to enjoy it! Lots of things happening, check it out below! AIKEN'S SPRING SOCIAL IS SOLD OUT!! THANK YOU TO ALL WHO PUR ... [More]
Aiken’s Spring Social is SOLD OUT!!!
Sat, Feb 15 11:04pm
Thanks to everyone who purchased tickets! It’s going to be a great night!
Valentines Day Lemonade Stand
Thu, Feb 13 12:42pm
Good Afternoon Aiken Families, Mrs. Mulreadys amazing 2nd graders are having a lemonade stand tomorrow during the lunch waves. Lets help them support childhood cancer. Send in a donation of $1.00 (or ... [More]
SHOW YOUR LOVE FOR AIKEN
Tue, Feb 11 8:06am
Good Morning Aiken Families, We are so excited to launch our "Show your love for Aiken" pledge drive. Click on the link and pledge. All monies raised help support Aiken, its teachers,students and a ... [More]
Aiken happenings week of 2/10
Sun, Feb 9 1:50pm
Hi Aiken Families, Bit of a cold weekend, but hey at least no snow! Lots of great things coming, make sure your calendars are marked. AIKEN’S INTERNATIONAL NIGHT MONDAY FEBRUARY 24th, 2020 6-8 p.m ... [More]
Weekly updates
Sun, Feb 2 9:05am
Good morning Aiken famikies, We hope you are enjoying this weekend. See below for all of our updates. AIKEN’S INTERNATIONAL NIGHT MONDAY FEBRUARY 24th, 2020 6-8 p.m. Come out to celebrate the di ... [More]
INTERNATIONAL NIGHT info!
Wed, Jan 29 8:30pm
AIKEN’S INTERNATIONAL NIGHT MONDAY FEBRUARY 24th, 2020 6-8 p.m. Come out to celebrate the diversity and multiculturalism that exists within the Aiken school community. It’s one of our favorite nights ... [More]
PIZZA BINGO IS FULL!!!
Mon, Jan 27 10:23pm
The February session of Pizza Bingo is now full. No other registrations will be accepted at this point. Please email abiahruel@gmail.com with questions. Thanks!
AIken Updates
Sun, Jan 26 3:28pm
Happy Sunday Aiken Families, What a beautiful warm Sunday. So much going on at Aiken. Fun for everyone! Mark your calendars ! “Souper" Bowl Food Drive Jaunary 21-February 3! Help us replenish th ... [More]
Important Mid-Week Update
Thu, Jan 23 4:17pm
PIZZA BINGO - TONIGHT'S SESSION IS FULL!! There are still spots left for the 2/3 session, so sign up soon to secure your spot! HOBBY QUEST - MAGIC CLASS IS FULL!! There is still a few spots left in ... [More]
* INTERNATIONAL NIGHT*
Wed, Jan 22 7:37pm
Good evening Aiken families, We continue to have a lot going on at Aiken. Here’s another upcoming family fun night happening in February that we welcome everyone’s participation! AIKEN’S INTERNATIONAL ... [More]
**** THIS JUST IN!**** pizza bingo update and “souper bowl info”
Tue, Jan 21 10:15am
Good morning Aiken families! We just got news that the first session of Pizza Bingo is filled up! That is this Thursday January 23rd! If you wish to sign up for the second pizza bingo date on February ... [More]
Weekly update
Mon, Jan 20 7:20pm
Hey Aiken, We hope you enjoyed the long weekend. Please see below for Aiken's latest updates! PIZZA BINGO - 1/23 & 2/3 Registration for this Thursday's pizza bingo is almost full - sign up soon if ... [More]
Aiken News for week of 1/13 to 1/17
Sun, Jan 12 2:22pm
Happy Sunday Aiken Families, Can you believe how warm it is? My kids are happy not having to wear their coats, and I even have my windows open. I hope you all are enjoying this weather. PIZZA BING ... [More]
Chess Club Registration
Mon, Jan 6 6:20pm
HI Families, Dont miss out on registering for Chess Club! Like athletics are exercise for the body, chess is exercise for the mind. Engaging in chess activity provides school students a substantia ... [More]
UPDATED* all things Aiken
Sun, Jan 5 2:23pm
Hey Aiken families, We hope you are enjoying this beautiful Sunday. Please see below for all things Aiken! Zones of Regulation Tuesday, January 7. 7pm Open PTO meeting See attached flyer for ... [More]
All things Aiken
Sun, Jan 5 2:00pm
y Hey Aiken, please see below for all things Aiken! Zones of Regulation Tuesday, January 7. 7pm Open PTO meeting See attached flyer for more information Fwd: West Hartford Parent Community ED ... [More]
PTO News
Wed, Jan 1 11:17am
Happy New Year Aiken families, We hope you all had a nice winter break and enjoyed time with family and friends. **Lots of happenings in the next few months. Make sure you print the PTO schedule of ... [More]
After School Clubs
Tue, Dec 17 2:01pm
Another snow Day!!! Hope everyone is home safe and warm. Magic and Aviation clubs will return in January! Sign ups begins after the break. Please see attached flyer for more information and stay tun ... [More]
Week of Dec. 16 update and news
Sun, Dec 15 7:32pm
Hi Aiken Families, We hope you are enjoying the weekend, please read below for all things Aiken! Save the Date Zones of Regulation Open PTO Meeting Rescheduled January 7 at 7 PARENT LEADERSH ... [More]
PJ DAY
Thu, Dec 12 1:42pm
ITS PJ DAY TOMORROW!!! DONATE $1 OR MORE IN EXCHANGE TO WEAR PJS FOR THE DAY! *All proceeds benefit the Center for Cancer & Blood Disorders at Connecticut Children’s. The Story behind PJ Day ... [More]
Aiken News
Sat, Dec 7 5:40pm
Hi Aiken Families, Please read all the information bellow for all updates on Aiken and more. Have a great week. TOY DRIVE TO BENEFIT THE BRIDGE *Please drop off your new unwrapped toy by Friday, Dec ... [More]
PTO MEETING CANCELLED
Mon, Dec 2 12:32pm
Hello everyone, Due to the inclement weather, tonight’s open PTO meeting will be cancelled. Sorry for any inconvenience, Tina & Amy
Open PTO meeting, a WEHA kids pop up market & more!
Sun, Dec 1 6:40pm
Hi Aiken! We hope you enjoyed the nice long holiday weekend. Who else is hoping for a snow day!? I know my kids are! Please read the following for all things Aiken. OPEN PTO MEETING TOMORROW Don’t for ... [More]
Aiken Updates and News
Sun, Nov 24 1:40pm
Aiken Updates and News OPEN PTO MEETING Please join us for an informative and interactive evening learning about the zones of regulation. Monday December 2 from 7-8pm! See the attached flyer for ... [More]
***** ELC parents only ******
Sun, Nov 17 3:47pm
During conference week the early learning center will be dismissed at the following times M 11/18- 9:00-11:30am, 12:15-2:45pm T 11/19- 9:00-11:00am, 11:45am-1:45pm (W11/20- No class for students) Th 1 ... [More]
CONFERENCE WEEK & other updates
Sun, Nov 17 2:56pm
Hey Aiken Families, We hope you are enjoying the weekend. Here is this weeks updates. AIKENS FALL BOOK FAIR Aiken’s annual Book Fair will be coming the week of 11/18-11/22 (conference week) s ... [More]
Aiken Updates
Sun, Nov 10 6:54pm
Hi Aiken Families, We saw a little sun this weekend, but it sure is getting a bit cold. Hope everyone was able to enjoy the nice weekend. SKI CLUB Norfeldt Aiken Families have a wonderful tradit ... [More]
WEEKLY UPDATE
Sun, Nov 3 7:42pm
Hey Aiken! Hope you are enjoying the weekend. Can we start by saying HOW AMAZING LAST NIGHT WAS!!! A HUGE thank you to everyone who came out to Parents Night Out. It was a huge success and it seemed ... [More]
Aiken Updates
Sun, Oct 27 4:49pm
Oh what a dreary day. Perfect day to stay in! Aiken updates for the week PNO THIS SATURDAY NOVEMBER 2 at the Yard Goats. 7pm YOU. DO. NOT. WANT. TO MISS. IT we have an incredible list of aucti ... [More]
Spirit week update
Tue, Oct 22 2:04pm
It has been so fun to see the kids enjoying Spirit Week so far. Tomorrow is Unity Day, please have your child wear orange (no need to bring in money for this day). Thursday it's Real Kids Wear P ... [More]
This just in!!! PNO UPDATE!!!
Tue, Oct 22 8:46am
The Planning Committee had our final meeting with the Yard Goats last night and we couldn't be MORE EXCITED for the Auction! We have some exciting updates! Everyone who has already registered is enter ... [More]
ITS SPIRIT WEEK!!!!!
Sun, Oct 20 6:57pm
SPIRIT WEEK AIKEN SPIRIT WEEK (10/21-10/25) The Aiken Student Council invites all students to participate in Spirit Week to raise money for Student Council initiatives. Monday - Mismatch Day - Wea ... [More]
** PNO TICKETS** 2nd Grade fun ** Box tops & More!!!!!
Sun, Oct 20 5:10pm
Hey Aiken, We hope you are enjoying your weekend. Here is your weekly update :) Parents Night Out at the Yard Goats November 2nd at pm Book your sitters and get your tickets. Help raise much needed ... [More]
AIken News
Mon, Oct 14 2:13pm
What another gorgeous weekend! Please read through for Aiken news PICTURE DAY IS TOMORROW - OCTOBER 15th (Make-ups November 21st) You should have received the picture day form . Please send in your ... [More]
Weekly update!
Sun, Oct 6 7:52pm
Hey Aiken! Hope everyone enjoyed the weekend. Here is our Aiken weekly update. PICTURE DAY - OCTOBER 15th (Make-ups November 21st) You should have received the picture day form last week. Please send ... [More]
PNO!!!
Thu, Oct 3 5:14pm
Ahh!!! Parents night out (our most fun Aiken event)! Is only 5 weeks away!!!! Did you get your tickets yet?! We know you don’t want to miss out on beer, batting cages, and yummy food! Not to mention, ... [More]
AIken News and Updates
Mon, Sep 30 5:43pm
Hi Aiken Families, What a beautiful long weekend, Hope everyone is out enjoying the warm fall sun. Happy New Year to all our families who are celebrating. Shana Tova Student Directory: The informa ... [More]
Swoop scoops inside!!
Thu, Sep 26 9:45am
Good morning everyone! Due to the high chance of rain this afternoon, we decided to move Swoop Scoops inside! We are going to have the band set up in the auditorium and our “celebrity” ice cream scoop ... [More]
WEEKLY UPDATE
Sun, Sep 22 2:22pm
Hello Aiken Families, We hope you are enjoying this gorgeous weekend. Check out these Aiken happenings! AIKEN SWOOP SCOOPS - THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 26th, 5:00-7:00 This Thursday is Aiken's Swoop Sco ... [More]
A Good Read for Aiken updates!
Sun, Sep 15 10:38am
Hello Aiken Families, Lots of happenings...... SUMMER READING Please make sure your child returns their summer reading log to their new teacher...even if only one book was read! No worries if you ... [More]
Just a little mid week update
Wed, Sep 11 2:49pm
Just a little mid week update..... Reminder **Curriculum night is tomorrow 6 to 7:30** Join the Award-winning Aiken Chess Club Like athletics are exercise for the body, chess is exercise for t ... [More]
All things Aiken !
Sun, Sep 8 2:30pm
Hello Aiken families, We hope you are enjoying this gorgeous Sunday. There are a lot of fun upcoming Aiken events. Check them out below! Fall After School Program Descriptions Please see attached ... [More]
HOBBY QUEST REGISTRATION ATTACHED & more
Wed, Sep 4 1:00pm
Hi Aiken families, Please see below for information on Hobby Quest and the attachment on how to register! Also, tonight is our kick off meeting in the cafeteria from 7-8. We hope to see you there ... [More]
And we’re off!
Mon, Sep 2 8:04pm
Hi Aiken Families, The 2019-2020 school is officially off and running. I hope everyone is adjusting well to their new classrooms, routines and enjoying the last unofficial weekend of summer. Wednesday ... [More]
And We Are Off.......
Mon, Sep 2 1:39pm
Hi Aiken Families, The 2019-2020 school is officially off and running. I hope everyone is adjusting well to their new classrooms, routines and enjoying the last unofficial weekend of summer. Wedn ... [More]
Welcome back Aiken!
Fri, Aug 23 8:43am
Hello Aiken Families! It's hard to believe our summer vacation is coming to an end. We hope you made lasting memories with your families over the long refreshing break. We have a fun and exciting ye ... [More]
Last Eblast ;)
Sun, Jun 9 11:16am
Hello Aiken families! We hope you are out enjoying this beautiful day with your families. This week is the last week of school! YIPPEE! We want to thank each and every single one of you for all ... [More]
All Check Requests due by June 14th
Sun, Jun 2 10:01pm
Dear Aiken Families, Please get all check requests in by June 14th. I have attached the form, for your convenience. You can either send the request into the school, or simply email it to Dana McCo ... [More]
Farmers' Market and Volunteer Breakfast this week!!
Sun, Jun 2 8:51pm
Dear Aiken Families, As this year comes to a close we have actually started to think ahead to next year. If you are not returning to Aiken, enjoy wherever you go next, and please feel free to unsub ... [More]
WEEKLY UPDATE
Mon, May 27 8:04pm
Hello Aiken Families, We hope you've enjoyed this beautiful long weekend. Summer is in the air finally. There are just a few things before we wrap up the end of the year! CRAYOLA COLOR CYCLE An ... [More]
PAUL CRYAN PICTURES SHOULD BE RETURNED BY TOMORROW
Thu, May 23 10:51am
Dear Aiken Families, If you have not already done so, please return any unwanted Paul Cryan pictures, as well as payments, to the Aiken office by tomorrow and they will be picked up. If you do not ... [More]
Fun fair is tomorrow!!
Tue, May 21 11:19am
Hey Aiken! This is a friendly reminder that tomorrow from 530-730 is our fun fair! You may bring blankets to sit on and have a picnic dinner. Come hungry because we have awesome food trucks lined up t ... [More]
FUN FAIR THIS WEDNESDAY!!!
Sun, May 19 4:23pm
Dear Aiken Families, This Wednesday from 5:30-7:30 is the Aiken Fun Fair and there are so many ways you can help. Please check out the signup link, previously sent out through Konstella. We’ve, un ... [More]
Monday Update - Auction Ends at 8:00PM! The Spring Concert is almost here! Register for Fun Fair!
Mon, May 13 3:29pm
Dear Aiken Families, As mothers, Tina and I pampered ourselves yesterday by not typing up the weekly eblast. So here it is, a day late :) TEACHER AUCTION Have you checked out the Auction lately, ... [More]
Aiken Mid-Week Update
Tue, May 7 1:57pm
Dear Aiken Families, Tonight is opening night of the Aiken Art Show (5:00-7:30)! Come see the wonderful pieces of art created by the very talented students of Aiken School!! SPRING CONCERT - TOMO ... [More]
*WEEKLY UPDATE*
Sun, May 5 9:43am
Hello Aiken Families, We hope you are enjoying your weekend! Thank you to the families who have supported our Silent auction! So far we have raised almost 3,000$! You still have until next week to b ... [More]
Online Auction - these experiences are priceless
Wed, May 1 7:59am
Dear Aiken Families, Our wonderful teachers have outdone themselves with this year's teacher auction! Check out the amazing online auction we have set up to see all the super fun experiences you ... [More]
Aiken Weekly Update
Sun, Apr 28 8:57pm
Dear Aiken Families, I know the Battle of Winterfell is coming, but so is Teacher Appreciation Week! The TA committee is working hard to come up with fun surprises for our teachers for next week. ... [More]
Aiken Online Auction - coming soon!!
Sat, Apr 27 8:21pm
Dear Aiken Families, As many of you know, Aiken is not holding its Parent’s Night Out auction this year and instead will have PNO next November. However, the teachers have generously offered to don ... [More]
Aiken Weekly Update
Sun, Apr 21 8:35pm
Dear Aiken Families, There is still time to donate to Autism Families of CONNECTicut! They need things such as water bottles, tissues, post-it notes and more. Check out the attached flyer for more ... [More]
Square art!!
Tue, Apr 16 10:55am
Hello Aiken Parents! Don’t forget to order cool gifts for that special family member or hard-to-buy-for person. With over 40 unique and useful keepsakes ready to purchase during the Square 1 Art fundr ... [More]
Upcoming Events, Volunteer Opportunities, and Aiken in the News!!
Sun, Apr 14 5:49pm
Dear Aiken Families, We hope you've had a fun and restful spring break and are ready to tackle these final few months of the 2018-2019 school year! There are still many more exciting events and vol ... [More]
April is Autism Awareness Month!
Sun, Mar 31 1:56pm
Dear Aiken Families, April is Autism awareness month! Students can show their support by wearing blue and bringing in $1.00 on April 2nd to receive an Autism Awareness bracelet. Proceeds will go ... [More]
Chess Club Spring Registration Form
Wed, Mar 27 11:28am
Aiken Chess Club Like athletics are exercise for the body, chess is exercise for the mind. Engaging in chess activity provides school students a substantial advantage in education; essentially devel ... [More]
PTO Meeting This Week
Sun, Mar 24 7:22pm
Dear Aiken Families, On Tuesday, March 26th at 6:00pm the Aiken PTO will host a short meeting to discuss some upcoming events, Tom Moore's proposed budget, and open PTO Board positions for next year ... [More]
Yard goats update!
Tue, Mar 19 6:13pm
Hi everyone, As you all know we did sell out of our yard goat tickets! However.. for those who still wish to purchase tickets, You can do so with yard goats directly! Aiken is seated in sections 103 a ... [More]
YARD GOATS SOLD OUT!
Tue, Mar 19 1:17pm
Hi Aiken! We are sold out of the yard goat tickets. Thank you to everyone who sent in their money and order forms! You should be receiving tickets within a month! If any of you would like to go to thi ... [More]
Get your Yard Goats Tickets before it's too late!!!
Mon, Mar 18 11:52am
Good Afternoon Aiken! !!!Exciting news!!! We are almost sold out of our Yard Goat tickets! Thank you to the families who have already sent in their forms. We highly suggest you fill out yours and ... [More]
Aiken Weekly Update
Sun, Mar 17 5:43pm
Dear Aiken Families, Thank you to everyone who participated in the BIG Y Education Express program. Through this program we accrued enough points over the course of the year to purchase 120 glue st ... [More]
West Hartford Cultural Council Campaign for the Arts - EXTRA RECESS CHALLENGE!!
Thu, Mar 14 9:50am
The West Hartford Cultural Council's annual Campaign for the Arts is underway! Many thanks to those who have already sent in contributions - we are incredibly grateful. Support for this campaign ens ... [More]
Sign up Information for Mr. Golden's After School Sports Attached
Mon, Mar 11 2:03pm
Dear Aiken Families, Please see the attached flyer for information on how to register for Mr. Golden's after school sports program. Classes start next week so register soon!
Don't Miss the Link to Paul Cryan Sign-ups!!
Sun, Mar 10 12:10pm
Dear Aiken Families, Thank you to everyone who contributed to the parent/teacher conference week snacks/meals sign up. The teachers were so very appreciative of all the great food offered!! PAUL ... [More]
Early dismissal today at 1:30
Tue, Mar 5 8:51am
Hello Aiken families! Just a friendly reminder that today’s dismissal time is at 1:30 pm due to conferences. Thank you! Tina & Abiah
Aiken Weekly Update
Sun, Mar 3 8:04pm
Dear Aiken Families, As schools around Connecticut receive word of closings, and we await news of our fate, here's your Aiken update for the week! Parent/Teacher Conference Week Thanks to all the ... [More]
Aiken Weekly Update
Sun, Feb 24 3:06pm
Dear Aiken Families, We hope you are getting accustomed to Konstella, the new eblast platform. Please let us know if you have any questions. If you haven't already registered you can do so and ... [More]
New Aiken PTO Eblast Platform!
Wed, Feb 13 4:14pm
Dear Aiken Families, We are moving away from the Aiken gmail and we are very pleased to be able to communicate with you about all our PTO events, activities, volunteer opportunities, fundraisers and m ... [More]
Teacher Appreciation Week is Next Week, May 1-May 5
Wed, Apr 26 8:12pm
Teacher Appreciation Week is next week (May 1 to 5). We are really excited about all the wonderful things that we are doing for the teachers, but we need your help! Here's what we need from you: Pl ... [More]
Tissues Needed
Wed, Apr 19 8:19pm
Hello Aiken Families, With allergy season in full swing, tissues are in short supply both in the classrooms and in the nurse's office. If you're out and about the next two days, or over the weekend, ... [More]
Pajama Day Tomorrow!
Thu, Apr 6 8:51pm
Hello Aiken Families, Don't forget that tomorrow is pajama day! The 4th Graders are fundraising for their class trip to Winding Trails next year, and are asking that everyone bring in $1 (or more) to ... [More]
SURVEY: Aiken After School Adventures
Tue, Jan 31 9:15pm
Hello Aiken Families, We thought we would send out a brief survey to see what class offerings you/your child would be interested in for future sessions of Aiken After School Adventures. Please click t ... [More]
Pizza Bingo
Thu, Jan 19 8:54pm
Don't forget to RSVP for Pizza Bingo next Thursday, January 26th from 6 - 8 PM in the King Philip cafeteria! Send your money in to school in an envelope marked "Pizza Bingo" with your child's name on ... [More]
Conference Week
Mon, Nov 14 9:39pm
Dear Aiken Families, Conference Week officially begins tomorrow. Please remember the early dismissal schedule: Wednesday - Regular schedule. Tuesday, Thursday and Friday - 1:30 Dismissal. We would l ... [More]
PTO MEETING AND MATH NIGHT - NOVEMBER 10, 7:00-8:30
Tue, Nov 8 2:37pm
PTO MEETING AND MATH NIGHT - NOVEMBER 10, 7:00-8:30 Join us in the Aiken Library on Thursday, November 10th at 7:00 p.m. for a brief PTO update followed by a presentation by Mary Lestini, the Town-wid ... [More]
Please Volunteer at the Fall Book Fair
Mon, Nov 7 11:36am
BOOK FAIR The book fair is coming back to Aiken on November 14-18 and the library will be transformed into a pop up bookstore wonderland for our children. This is conveniently scheduled during paren ... [More]
Pep Rally Volunteer Sign up
Mon, Sep 12 2:12pm
SECOND ANNUAL AIKEN PEP RALLY: WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28TH, 5:00-7:00 PM Please join us for the second annual Aiken Pep rally and Swoop Scoops! Bring a picnic dinner or buy food from the Iron & Grain ... [More]