UPCOMING EVENTS
Catch up on all the upcoming PTO events and activities happening in the Duffy community!
🎃 DUFFY’S ANNUAL HARVEST HUNT! 🍂
📅 Wednesday, October 29 (Grades 3–5)
📅 Thursday, October 30 (Grades K–2)
A beloved fall tradition where students follow clues around campus in search of hidden pumpkins during school hours! 🕵️♂️🎃
Get Involved: Learn more by clicking here
🏃♀️ DUFFY DRAGON DASH 2025!
Duffy’s first-ever Dragon Dash is almost here — and we couldn’t be more excited for this community-building event!
What: An untimed fun run that fundraises to make magic for our Duffy Dragons!
🎶 DJ Red Supreme will be spinning tunes
🍿 Concessions available for purchase
🖍️ Chalk & playground fun for non-runners
👨👩👧👦 Siblings welcome (no wheels, please!)
🚫 Not a drop-off event — parents must remain on site.
When: Saturday, November 8, 9:30–11:30 AM
Where: Duffy Field
☔ Rain or Shine!
All students receive a free Dragon Dash T-shirt featuring our generous sponsors.
PRIZES & INCENTIVES 🏅
- Top individual fundraiser from each grade
- Classroom that raises the most money
HOW TO GET STARTED 💻
- Create your child’s 99 Pledges fundraising account.
- Click “Add Participant” and include your child’s teacher name.
- Check your email for your child’s personal donation link.
- Share the link with family and friends to help support Duffy!
Get Involved: Volunteers Needed and learn more here!
🏈 DUFFY DAY AT UCONN FOOTBALL
📅 Saturday, November 15 at 12:00 PM
📍 Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field, East Hartford
Join the Duffy community for a fun afternoon as the UConn Huskies take on the Air Force Academy Falcons!
Purchase Tickets Here: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Duffyelementary2
Learn more about future Duffy Community Sporting Events!
🍎 PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCE WEEK:
NOVEMBER 17–21, 2025
Conference Week is a wonderful opportunity to connect with teachers and celebrate their hard work.
Get Involved: Click here to learn more and join our committee
Please check the Duffy calendar for a complete list of all school events & activities.
Duffy Spirit Wear Store is LIVE!
THANKS in advance for supporting our amazing school!
SCHOOL CLUBS
Here’s a look at the exciting student clubs where kids can learn, create, and connect.
🧑🍳 5TH GRADE BAKING CLUB WITH MRS. BILELLO
🗓️ Dates: November 11, 18, 25 & December 2
🕒 Time: 3:20–4:45 PM
📍 Location: Duffy Elementary
🧁 Mrs. Bilello is excited to offer the 5th Grade Baking Club after school on Tuesdays! Students will make cookies, biscuits, cupcakes, and donuts! This program is limited to 10 students, so interested families are encouraged to sign up early!
Registration opens Wednesday, October 29 at 12:00 PM
See flyer for details!
🚲 WALK / BIKE / RIDE TO SCHOOL MONTH
The Duffy Brownies want to encourage all students to walk, bike, or roll to school. This will help reduce our school's carbon footprint so that we can take care of our planet. You can even consider setting up an informal bike bus or walk bus. If you can't walk or bike to school, no problem. Try to take the school bus or carpool. Thank you for your help taking care of our environment. Small changes can make a big difference. We can't wait to see you on the move!
Check out the attached video!
GET INVOLVED AT DUFFY!
There are so many ways to support our Duffy community — from volunteering to joining a committee. Your time, ideas, and energy help make Duffy a wonderful place to learn and grow!
🧾 DUFFY PTO BOARD
CO-TREASURER OPPORTUNITY
The Duffy PTO is seeking a Co-Treasurer — a key role managing budgets, supporting events, and helping community initiatives thrive.
Get Involved: Duffy PTO Board & Committees
🗓️ PTO MEETING
Join us for the next Duffy PTO Meeting to learn more about upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and ways to get involved.
📅 Thursday, November 13
⏰ 8:45–9:45 AM
📍 Location: Duffy Elementary
💚 DUFFY CARES — OUTREACH & SUPPORT COMMITTEE
This committee supports Duffy families and students who may need extra help throughout the year, from providing clothing and school supplies through the Duffy Closet to organizing assistance during holidays and back-to-school season. Volunteers help plan and coordinate these initiatives, ensuring every family feels cared for and connected.
Get Involved: Learn more about the Duffy Cares Committee Here
🌿 DUFFY GARDEN COMMITTEE
Our mission is to bring our school community together by caring for our gardens and supporting seasonal beautification projects that make Duffy a green, welcoming, and inspiring place for our kids.
In past years, the Garden Committee has hosted clean-ups, planting days, and creative garden projects — and we’re excited to grow this tradition in 2026!
Get Involved: Learn more about the Garden Committee Here
🌍 EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION (EDI) COMMITTEE
We’d love your input to help shape meaningful activities, events, andeducational opportunities that reflect and celebrate our community.
Our mission is to strengthen our school community by planning events and sharing resources that broaden perspectives and foster belonging for every family. Through these events, we create opportunities for our community to learn, celebrate, and connect in ways that highlight and embrace the diversity that makes Duffy so special.
Please take a moment to fill out our SURVEY by November 17th.
IMPORTANT DATES
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Tuesday, November 4: Election Day — No School
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Saturday, November 8: 🏃♂️ Dragon Dash (9:30–11:30 AM)
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Thursday, November 13: PTO Meeting (8:45–9:45 AM)
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Monday, Nov 17 – Friday, Nov 21: Conference Week
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1:30 PM Dismissal: Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri
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2:00 PM Dismissal: Wed
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- Thursday & Friday, Nov 27–28: Thanksgiving Break — No School
AROUND WEST HARTFORD
What’s happening around West Hartford and in our larger community — events, activities, and opportunities for all ages!
West Hartford to Host 2nd Annual Community Block Party
📅 Sunday, November 2, 2025
⏰ 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
📍 West Hartford Town Hall
Celebrate community, culture, and connection with:
- Live music and entertainment for all ages 🎶
- Delicious food trucks featuring local flavors 🍔
- Fun activities for families and visitors 🎨
- A special Indigenous dance and singing performance honoring Native culture 🪶
Free and open to the public — come connect, enjoy local talent, and celebrate West Hartford’s shared community spirit!
STAY CONNECTED
Explore all our volunteer opportunities and committees
Please CLICK HERE to see all the amazing events that you can be a part of too! We thank you for all of your time and support!
Send announcements for the weekly eBlast by Friday, 3:00 PM to Calla Leonardo, PTO Communications Chair, or contact the PTO Co-Presidents.
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