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Ruth Chaffee School — School Calendar 2026-27
Newington, CT 06111
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In collaboration with George Mason University, all FCPS High School Student Ambassador programs are invited to participate in a day of program development and collaboration. Students will have the opportunity to connect with other student ambassadors while attending various sessions to enhance and expand their programs. Groups:Family and School PartnershipsSchools:Central OfficeLocation:George Mason University
Learn more on our School Bus Driver webpage!Groups:FCPS Human ResourcesSchools:Central OfficeLocation:Gatehouse Administration Center
Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.
Students are released at 12:35 pm.Schools:Newington Forest ElementaryLocation:Newington Forest Elementary
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District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA
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HolidayIn collaboration with George Mason University, all FCPS High School Student Ambassador programs are invited to participate in a day of program development and collaboration. Students will have the opportunity to connect with other student ambassadors while attending various sessions to enhance and expand their programs. Groups:Family and School PartnershipsSchools:Central OfficeLocation:George Mason University
EventLearn more on our School Bus Driver webpage!Groups:FCPS Human ResourcesSchools:Central OfficeLocation:Gatehouse Administration Center
EventFull School Calendar 2026-27
Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Newington School District. Ruth Chaffee School follows the district calendar.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Fri, Sep 4, 2026 | Labor Day Break (Holiday)District-wide Key DateSchools:All Schools |
| Mon, Sep 7, 2026 | Labor Day Break (Holiday)District-wide Key DateSchools:All Schools |
| Wed, Sep 9, 2026 | K-6 Back to School NightDistrict-wide Parents are encouraged to join us for Back to School Night. This is an opportunity to hear from our Administrators and visit your child's classroom(s). You can meet your child's teacher and learn about the school year ahead. Schools:Newington Forest ElementaryLocation:Newington Forest Elementary |
| Mon, Sep 21, 2026 | Holiday (Yom Kippur)District-wide Key DateSchools:All Schools |
| Mon, Oct 5, 2026 | High School Student Ambassador ConveningDistrict-wide In collaboration with George Mason University, all FCPS High School Student Ambassador programs are invited to participate in a day of program development and collaboration. Students will have the opportunity to connect with other student ambassadors while attending various sessions to enhance and expand their programs. Groups:Family and School PartnershipsSchools:Central OfficeLocation:George Mason University |
| Wed, Oct 7, 2026 | School Bus Driver, Transportation Attendant, and Transportation Van Driver Job FairDistrict-wide Learn more on our School Bus Driver webpage!Groups:FCPS Human ResourcesSchools:Central OfficeLocation:Gatehouse Administration Center |
| Mon, Oct 12, 2026 | Student Holiday (Staff Development Day)District-wide Key DateSchools:All Schools |
| Wed, Oct 21, 2026 | Early release WednesdayDistrict-wide Students are released at 12:35 pm.Schools:Newington Forest ElementaryLocation:Newington Forest Elementary |
| Fri, Oct 30, 2026 | End of First Quarter - Two-Hour Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Key DateSchools:All Schools |
| Mon, Nov 2, 2026 | Student Holiday (Teacher Workday)District-wide Key DateSchools:All Schools |
| Tue, Nov 3, 2026 | Student Holiday (Teacher Workday)District-wide Key DateSchools:All Schools |
| Tue, Nov 3, 2026 | Student Holiday (School Planning Day)District-wide Key DateSchools:All Schools |
| Wed, Nov 25, 2026 | Holidays (Thanksgiving Break)District-wide Key DateSchools:All Schools |
| Wed, Dec 2, 2026 | Early release WednesdayDistrict-wide Students are released at 12:35 pm.Schools:Newington Forest ElementaryLocation:Newington Forest Elementary |
| Mon, Dec 21, 2026 | Holidays (Winter Break)District-wide Key DateSchools:All Schools |
| Mon, Jan 18, 2027 | Holiday (Martin Luther King Day)District-wide Key DateSchools:All Schools |
| Thu, Jan 21, 2027 | School Bus Driver, Transportation Attendant, and Transportation Van Driver Job FairDistrict-wide Learn more on our School Bus Driver webpage!Groups:FCPS Human ResourcesSchools:Central OfficeLocation:Lorton Center |
| Thu, Jan 28, 2027 | End of Second Quarter - Two-Hour Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Key DateSchools:All Schools |
| Fri, Jan 29, 2027 | Student Holiday (Teacher Workday)District-wide Key DateSchools:All Schools |
| Mon, Feb 1, 2027 | Student Holiday (Staff Development Day)District-wide Key DateSchools:All Schools |
| Wed, Feb 10, 2027 | Early release WednesdayDistrict-wide Students are released at 12:35 pm.Schools:Newington Forest ElementaryLocation:Newington Forest Elementary |
| Mon, Feb 15, 2027 | Holiday (Washington’s Birthday and Presidents’ Day)District-wide Key DateSchools:All Schools |
| Wed, Mar 10, 2027 | Holiday (Eid al-Fitr)District-wide Key DateSchools:All Schools |
| Mon, Mar 22, 2027 | Holidays (Spring Break)District-wide Key DateSchools:All Schools |
| Sat, Apr 10, 2027 | Field Day for military familiesDistrict-wide Family and School Partnerships will be hosting a Field Day for military families on Saturday, April 10, 2027, from noon to 2 p.m., at the Falls Church High School football stadium. Families can participate in various field day activities and enjoy fun crafts.Groups:Family and School PartnershipsSchools:Falls Church AcademyFalls Church HighCentral OfficeLocation:Falls Church High |
| Wed, Apr 14, 2027 | School Bus Driver, Transportation Attendant, and Transportation Van Driver Job FairDistrict-wide Learn more on our School Bus Driver webpage!Groups:FCPS Human ResourcesSchools:Central OfficeLocation:Gatehouse Administration Center |
| Fri, Apr 16, 2027 | End of Third Quarter - Two-Hour Early ReleaseDistrict-wide Key DateSchools:All Schools |
| Mon, Apr 19, 2027 | Student Holiday (Teacher Workday)District-wide Key DateSchools:All Schools |
| Tue, Apr 20, 2027 | Student Holiday (Staff Development Day)District-wide Key DateSchools:All Schools |
| Wed, May 5, 2027 | Early release WednesdayDistrict-wide Students are released at 12:35 pm.Schools:Newington Forest ElementaryLocation:Newington Forest Elementary |
| Mon, May 17, 2027 | Holiday (Eid al-Adha)District-wide Key DateSchools:All Schools |
| Mon, May 31, 2027 | Holiday (Memorial Day)District-wide Key DateSchools:All Schools |
| Wed, Jun 16, 2027 | Last Day of School (Early Release)District-wide Key DateSchools:All Schools |
| Fri, Jun 18, 2027 | Holiday (Juneteenth, Observed)District-wide Key DateSchools:All Schools |
| Mon, Jun 21, 2027 | Teacher WorkdayDistrict-wide Key DateSchools:All Schools |
Showing 35 events for the 2026-27 school year
Frequently Asked Questions about Ruth Chaffee School
Ruth Chaffee School currently enrolls 315 students across Primary grade levels. The school operates under the local school district in CT.