Readers Become Leaders At Morley Dr. Ellen G. Stokoe, Principal And Mr. Ryan Cleary MORLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 77 Bretton Road W Hartford, CT 06119 860.233.8535/Fax: 860.233.7705 http://www.morley.whps.org June 11, 2014 Dearest Morley Families, It is truly hard to believe that this is my very last Reader letter that I am writing to my devoted Morley Community. My ‘journey of joy’ as your proud Principal is coming to an end, but with it I take away so many fond memories that will last me forever. I have been blessed with a family of stu- dents, teachers and parents that have enabled me to accomplish many worth- while ventures and develop deep and trusting relationships. I do not take lightly how committed you have all been to the success of Morley School and have embraced what is right for our children as we have guided them during these important informative years together. Farewell sounds so permanent, so I will say ‘see you about’ as I know I will; in Starbucks, Big Y, Whole Foods, Blue Back Square, perhaps, in time, reading a story to your children at Morley, or sharing an adventure I have had in the UK, kayaking or hiking in the USA, on an African Safari, in Europe, or wher- ever life brings Andrew and me (“Oh, the places we will go”). However, wher- ever I am, your beautiful spirits will al- ways be with me in my heart. I am fulfilled as the leader of the grand- est school in all the land and I will al- ways count my last 14 years of my ca- reer as the happiest part of my joyous journey. May Morley continue on its successful path under the stellar leadership of Mr. Ryan Cleary. With much love and thankfulness, Ellen PS “Don’t cry because it is over. Smile because it happened.” Dr. Seuss Dear Morley Families, The 2013-2014 school year has certainly been one to remember! We have managed to do an incredible amount of learning this year. As we prepare for a nice “recharge” over the summer, I think about all of the hard work that has gone into meeting the rigorous demands of our new curriculum and meeting the challenge of a new state wide assessment system. Throughout the course of the year students have consistently risen to the occasion as a result of a dedicated staff, a supportive parent community, and a model leader in Dr. Stokoe. As this year comes to a close, our school prepares for a transition. For the last 14 years this building has been masterfully led by Dr. Stokoe. Working with the families in our community, Dr. Stokoe has built Morley to be the amazing place that it is! Dr. Stokoe has led with love throughout her tenure, and she will leave a legacy of love behind her. There will forever be pieces of her compassion alive at Morley School. I want to thank the Morley community for your support in my transi- tion from curriculum specialist to the next principal of Morley School. Over the last 2 years I have fallen in love with this community. I con- sider myself so lucky to have the opportunity to work with every child, parent, and staff member that makes up Morley School. As I look into the future, I am excited to begin the work that will enable us to maintain the traditions that give Morley School its unique iden- tity while helping us to evolve to meet the demands of 21 st century expectations regarding standards and assessment. Please accept my sincere gratitude for this community’s support and know that I am so excited to continue working with you all in my new capacity. I wish you all a relaxing summer filled with special time with family and friends. Thank you for your support of teaching, learning, and literacy at Morley School this year. Have a wonderful summer! Respectfully yours, Ryan Cleary
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Readers Become Leaders At Morley Dr. Ellen G. Stokoe, Principal And Mr. Ryan Cleary
MORLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
77 Bretton Road W Hartford, CT 06119 860.233.8535/Fax: 860.233.7705
http://www.morley.whps.org
June 11, 2014
Dearest Morley Families,
It is truly hard to believe that this is my very last Reader letter that I am writing to my devoted Morley Community. My ‘journey of joy’ as your proud Principal is coming to an end, but with it I take away so many fond memories that will last me forever.
I have been blessed with a family of stu-dents, teachers and parents that have enabled me to accomplish many worth-while ventures and develop deep and trusting relationships. I do not take lightly how committed you have all been to the success of Morley School and have embraced what is right for our children as we have guided them during these important informative years together.
Farewell sounds so permanent, so I will say ‘see you about’ as I know I will; in Starbucks, Big Y, Whole Foods, Blue Back Square, perhaps, in time, reading a story to your children at Morley, or sharing an adventure I have had in the UK, kayaking or hiking in the USA, on an African Safari, in Europe, or wher-ever life brings Andrew and me (“Oh, the places we will go”). However, wher-ever I am, your beautiful spirits will al-ways be with me in my heart.
I am fulfilled as the leader of the grand-est school in all the land and I will al-ways count my last 14 years of my ca-reer as the happiest part of my joyous journey.
May Morley continue on its successful path under the stellar leadership of Mr. Ryan Cleary.
With much love and thankfulness,
Ellen
PS “Don’t cry because it is over. Smile
because it happened.” Dr. Seuss
Dear Morley Families,
The 2013-2014 school year has certainly been one to remember! We have managed to do an incredible amount of learning this year. As we prepare for a nice “recharge” over the summer, I think about all of the hard work that has gone into meeting the rigorous demands of our new curriculum and meeting the challenge of a new state wide assessment system. Throughout the course of the year students have consistently risen to the occasion as a result of a dedicated staff, a supportive parent community, and a model leader in Dr. Stokoe.
As this year comes to a close, our school prepares for a transition. For the last 14 years this building has been masterfully led by Dr. Stokoe. Working with the families in our community, Dr. Stokoe has built Morley to be the amazing place that it is! Dr. Stokoe has led with love throughout her tenure, and she will leave a legacy of love behind her. There will forever be pieces of her compassion alive at Morley School.
I want to thank the Morley community for your support in my transi-tion from curriculum specialist to the next principal of Morley School. Over the last 2 years I have fallen in love with this community. I con-sider myself so lucky to have the opportunity to work with every child, parent, and staff member that makes up Morley School. As I look into the future, I am excited to begin the work that will enable us to maintain the traditions that give Morley School its unique iden-tity while helping us to evolve to meet the demands of 21st century expectations regarding standards and assessment. Please accept my sincere gratitude for this community’s support and know that I am so excited to continue working with you all in my new capacity.
I wish you all a relaxing summer filled with special time with family and friends. Thank you for your support of teaching, learning, and literacy at Morley School this year. Have a wonderful summer!
From Monica Rockefeller & Martha Rosenthal Dear friends, We would like you all to know that we will be retiring at the end of this school year. We both feel extremely fortunate to have been part of this unique neighborhood community throughout our careers, working with wonderful children and teachers, always with the support of our Morley families. As some of you know, we have been here, one way or another, for a very long time. In addition to our many years as Morley librarians we were also Morley parents ourselves, so hold a special fondness for this school on many levels. As this chapter ends and we turn the page, a small, adventuring friend comes to mind: Stuart... started up the road that led toward the north. The sun was just coming up over the hills on his right. As he peered ahead into the great land that stretched before him, the way seemed long. But the sky was bright, and he somehow felt he was headed in the right direction. from Stuart Little by E.B. White We are grateful for all the children we have taught and loved throughout the years, for all we have learned from each of you, and especially for the opportunity to have shared the richness of literature with our young readers. Fondly, Monica Rockefeller Martha Rosenthal
Important Dates to Jot Down . . . 6/12 - 6/19/14
Notices, Newsletters, Forms & Brochures
Which can be found in the school office and interior courtyard
WHPS Connections Newsletter, Life Learn Continuing Education for Adults and Summer Options for Kids
PTO) and will be available on a first come, first serve basis.
Due to the potential danger of students getting hit by a car from a ball rolling into the street, we are asking families to heed the new rule of waiting until AFTER the buses have left Morley School to begin the activity on the front of the school grassy area with the "kick the ball" game.
Students have been running into the street after the ball and our crossing guard, security guard, principal and teachers are fearful of an accident occurring.
The C.J. Nesta Fund, in memory of a student, is maintained through ongoing contributions by parents and the PTO. The C.J. Nesta Fund provides scholarships for summer school, vacation programs, field trips, and classroom activities. Teachers make specific requests on behalf of students in need to Dr. Ellen G. Stokoe (program administrator). The Morley teachers and Dr. Ellen G. Stokoe appreciate your support of this fund!