Ruth Chaffee Elementary School

Congratulations to our April Students of the Month. You continue to show up and work hard each and every day. Following the Chaffee way of being Safe, Respectful, and Responsible!

Newington Public Schools' Art Department will host its annual
K -12 Student Art Show this Spring 2026, and everyone is invited and welcome!

Join Newington Art Educators for the Opening Reception, or come at your own leisure to celebrate the artistic accomplishments of our Newington students in the show.

The exhibit will showcase exceptional works of art produced by students participating in Newington’s Art Curriculum.

Congratulations to our March Students of the Month. We are always so proud of our students for working so hard! These students have gone above and beyond the daily expectation. Keep up the great work!

Good Evening Staff, Parents, and Guardians,

Due to ongoing blizzard clean up efforts, Newington Public Schools will be closed tomorrow, February 24. Board and School Offices will be open.

Please be safe in your travels.

Good Afternoon. Due to the impending blizzard Newington Public Schools and Offices will be closed on Monday February 23rd, 2026. All Adult Education and evening activites are cancelled and additionally the Board of Education Meeting scheduled will now be held virtually. Please stay safe.

Newington Public Schools- 2 Hour Delay-January 27, 2026

Good Evening Parents, Guardian, and Staff,

Due to the volume of snow that has fallen in our area, NPS will have a 2 hour delay tomorrow, January 27. Additionally, it is important to note that there are piles of snow in parking lots that may limit parking and some visibility. Snow appropriate attire and footwear is highly recommended.

Finally, for students who walk to school, please be advised that there are piles of snow that may impact driver visibility. Additionally, since residents are responsible for clearing their own sidewalks, it is highly likely that most will not be cleared tomorrow. If you are unable to transport your walker to school tomorrow, please advise them to be very cautious on their way to school.

Please exercise caution in all your travels tomorrow morning.

Be Well,

Dr. B.

Good Morning Parents, Guardians and NPS Colleagues,

Due to the significant snowfall expected over the next 24 hours, all schools and offices will be closed tomorrow, Monday January 26. All evening events and Adult Education are also cancelled for Monday. Please check your email for the winners of the Snow Day theme song.

Be Well,
Dr. B

Congratulations to our January Students of the Month. We are proud of your dedication and hard work here at Ruth Chaffee. Continue to SOAR! We know you will continue to do great things.

As the year comes to a close, we extend our sincere thanks to our community for your continued engagement and support. We wish you a safe, peaceful, and joyful holiday season, and all the best in the coming year.

Congratulations to our November Students of the Month. You have worked hard and have shown to be true Chaffee Cardinals. Keep up the awesome work!

Congratulations to our October Students of the Month. We are so proud of how you started the school year! Keep working hard and soaring through the year!