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Spirit & Sundaes

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June 7, 2022

Enjoying spirit day at the High School with games, a BBQ and personalized ice cream sundaes from the "Ice Cream Emergency" truck!!

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We had a great trip visiting the wall. We looked at the names on the wall of the 58,000+ soldiers killed in the war. We met several Vietnam Veterans, Reggie and Ron who posed for pictures with us. We read biographies of some of the 600 + Connecticut residents who died in the war. Each student received a

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Candy for a Cause

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April 28, 2022

Milford Campus vocational team was recently asked to help label candy for Seymour Pink, a local organization that raises money for those with breast cancer. Students were able to resist snacking and helped label over 3000 kisses for their upcoming fundraiser!

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A Day of Celebrations!

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April 26, 2022

Students and staff walked around the Orange Campus for a “Celebrate Our Differences” walk as April is Autism Awareness Month. We also celebrated our school pig’s birthday. Smitty turned 7! Students enjoyed some cold treats, dancing to music, swinging, shooting baskets, and hanging out

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Spring Fling

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April 8, 2022

Thank you Ms. Ceraso and Mr. Liguori for planning our first annual Spring Fling. It was a hopping success on this beautiful sunny spring day! We had live musical performances, dancing, special treats and games including, bingo and kickball. Corey’s rendition of Michael Jackson’s Billie Jean with Chef Sean on the guitar brought everyone

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Islanders vs. Bears

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April 7, 2022

Students and staff enjoyed watching the Bridgeport Islanders vs. Hershey Bears at the Webster Bank Arena. Students had fun dancing to some great music and watching themselves on the Jumbotron. Several students met the Islanders tiger mascot named Storm. We enjoyed eating lunch together and watching the

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Bucketball Tournament

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March 30, 2022

Students participated in a two-week long bucketball shooting tournament to coincide with March Madness College Basketball. Athletes demonstrated a desire to practice, good sportsmanship, and how to stay calm under pressure all while having a great time! Congratulations Markese for winning the tournament!

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Kicking off Spring!

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March 18, 2022

Coach Parker and the students welcomed the beautiful spring day by playing a fun game of kickball!!

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Big day on Broadway!

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March 17, 2022

Members of the Foundation High School Literature group read the classic, To Kill a Mockingbird. To culminate the unit, students had the opportunity to go to New York City to see the play on Broadway. Students had a wonderful time dining out and taking in Times Square. Later, students enjoyed comparing

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Snip Snip

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March 17, 2022

Our students were visited by a traveling hairstylist. Everyone was happy with their new hairdos!

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Read Across America

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March 16, 2022

Judge Sybil Richards came and read “Oh, The Places You’ll Go” by Dr. Seuss for Read Across America Week. She has been visiting and reading to our students for many years, last year she read a story over zoom. It was so nice to have her back in person. Students enjoyed introducing

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Boo Bash!!

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November 11, 2021

The Foundation Orange Campus enjoyed their annual boo bash outside this year. There were fun games, crafts and snacks to keep everyone busy. Our art teacher, along with the students help, made a scary spider for our picture area. After all the festivities we walked around the school to show off our cool costumes.

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Fall Fun Run

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October 29, 2021

The Annual Fun Run was held at the Orange Community Center. Many students and staff walked/ran around the track while others hiked the trails. Students worked as teams to complete the pumpkin rolling relay, the zombie walk red light/green light, a hula hoop and Jack-O-Lantern ball toss. A fun time was had by all!!!

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A Picnic Project

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July 29, 2021

Students worked with Mr. Parker this summer learning carpentry skills. As a team, they made a plan, shopped for materials, cut wood and assembled the pieces to create a picnic table. Job well done guys!

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Annual Autism Awareness Walk

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April 26, 2021

Students and staff gathered for a COVID-friendly walk around the campus to celebrate Autism Awareness Month and each others’ differences. Positive messages and balloons were mounted around the school. After walking, students listened to music and socialized with friends.

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Gongratulations Class of 2020

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June 22, 2020

We couldn´t wait for the virus to go away to celebrate the accomplishments of the class of 2020, so teachers, friends and relatives got together for individual graduation parades. We are particularly sad to see this graduating class move on, but we they are leaving us to make

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Arts and Crafts at Home

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April 30, 2020

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Learning from Home

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April 9, 2020

Students, and teachers from The Foundation School are staying home to stay safe, but teaching and learning must go on. Parents and other caregivers have been drafted into this effort and we’re working together to provide individualized lessons and activities to keep minds and bodies engaged, active

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Big Fun in the Big Apple

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December 6, 2019

Our Foundation Middle School took a trip to New York City. They took a train into Grand Central Station and then walked through the holiday decorated streets to Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum. At the museum, there was an educational program that told them about the history of Madame Tussaud and how

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A Trolley Good Time!

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December 6, 2019

It was a winter wonderland trolley ride at the Shoreline Trolley Museum in Branford. The kids got to see Santa, had cookies and a special lunch!

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Fitness with Friends

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December 5, 2019

Foundation High School students participated with Sacred Heart Occupational Therapy graduate students in motivating activities designed to increase their fitness and approve social skills.

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Leos Special Delivery

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December 4, 2019

The High School Leo club packaged candy for several of our community friends this fall: out favorite trick or treaters from the Little White House Nursery School, the Lions Trunk or Treat event, and a Senior Center Thanksgiving dinner.

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A roaring good time with the Sound Tigers!

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November 11, 2019

The Bridgeport Sound Tigers beat the Springfield Thunderbirds in a 1-0 shutout!

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Boo Bash 2019

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November 5, 2019

We had a spooktacular time at our annual Boo Bash!

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Fall Fun Run

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October 30, 2019

October brings autumn colors, Halloween and the Annual Foundation School Fun Run. Students were joined by families, teachers and the Wesleyan University lacrosse team to complete one, two, or three laps of the school course. The rain held off long enough for everyone to get their exercise and engage with friends.

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Arts and Culture in New Haven

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October 28, 2019

Mrs. Adams and some of her students continued their studies at the Yale Art Gallery in New Haven. After having studied the masterpieces of Vincent van Gogh, Roy Lichtenstein and Alberto Giacometti, we went on a search to find the originals. The students enthusiastically located works

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Fall fun at the Farm!

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October 18, 2019

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High School Artist of the Week 19/20

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September 10, 2019

Every week the high school recognizes a student, or students, for their outstanding work in Art. It is a special honor to have your work displayed for the school community and visitors to admire. Week of March 9th-13th - CONGRATULATIONS Brittany!!!

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Summer School 2019 - That's a Wrap!

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July 11, 2019

In addition to our regular studies, students enjoyed weekly community outings that included bowling, miniature golf, movies, ice cream and trips to a local farm!

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Supplies for Scholars!

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July 31, 2019

The Leo’s Club sponsored a School Supply Drive for children in need in the Milford community. Foundation High School students enjoyed organizing the drive, shopping for supplies, and filling backpacks. We donated 11 backpacks filled with school supplies along with several boxes of notebooks,

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Leos Luncheon

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June 5, 2019

The Leo Club closed out the school year with a celebration luncheon at On The Border. The kids talked about previous activities, social events, and volunteering opportunities that took place this past year. All the Leo seniors were given an official Leo Club certificate as right of passage for completing their time as a Leo. Sami Morgan the Leo

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Theeee Yankees Win!

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June 4, 2019

On May 29th a group of baseball enthusiasts took a bus trip to Yankee Stadium to watch the Yankees defeat the Padres in a shut out game! Home runs, hot dogs and happy faces for all at the ole ball game!!

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Fun at the Rink!

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June 4, 2019

For the past few months students have attended skating trips at the Milford Ice Arena. Students have practiced skating along the boards, skating in the middle of the ice, balancing to touch their knees and toes, and stopping. It may have been cold but everyone had a great time.

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Play Ball!!

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June 4, 2019

During lunch and recess periods students have participated in baseball outings at local baseball fields. They have practiced hitting from a tee, bunting, hitting soft pitch, and fielding ground balls. Everyone has done awesome and enjoyed the experience.

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ON-AIR at WEBE108 FM

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May 28, 2019

Foundation High School students toured WEBE108 FM, in Bridgeport on Wednesday, April 24, 2019. Students toured the studio and learned about the business of radio. Prior to the trip students learned about some aspects of Radio Stations, including what services they provide (e.g., music, news, weather,

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The Leo Club Eyeglass Donation

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May 28, 2019

The Leo Club collected 139 gently used eyeglasses to donate to LensCrafters for the Onesight Global Clinic. The used eyewear will help others around the world see more clearly.

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A Night at the Circus

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May 23, 2019

The Circus came to town just in time for students and their guests to celebrate Prom. We had entertainment, food, games and dancing - even a Queen and King. It was a special night for everyone.

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Autism Walk 2019

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May 17, 2019

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Tennis Anyone?

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May 17, 2019

Eisenhower Park in Milford just constructed new tennis courts and we took advantage of the spring weather to work on our game.

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Representative Kathy Kennedy Visits Foundation School

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April 9, 2019

Kathy Kennedy represents the 119th General Assembly District in Connecticut including our High School on Woodmont Road. Accompanied by Harrison Brooks from the House Republican Office, Ms. Kennedy mingled with the

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Meals on Wheels

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February 13, 2018

High School students apply the skills they learn in Food Service slass to prepare healthy and appetizing lunches for students on the Orange campus. Visit the High School Menu web page to see this week's offering. https://www.foundationschool.org/resources/high-school-menu

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Treasure Island

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February 6, 2018

With shared enthusiasm, students practiced to perfect their roles in a Readers Theatre production of Treasure Island. Ultimately, their camaraderie and dedication helped them overcome obstacles, take risks, and present a production to be proud of. Yo ho ho!

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Trolley Museum

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December 15, 2017

High School students visited the East Haven Trolley Museum to learn what mass transportation used to look like. A special visitor taking a break from his usual sleigh posed for pictures with us.

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All Aboard

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November 27, 2017

Students in Mr. Parker's class have been learning about public transportation options. They studied train schedules and planned a trip to have lunch at a restaurant in Fairfield. They also figured out the total cost of their lunch including sales tax and tip. Then it was off to the Milford Train Station. Each student bought their own train

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Recyling Drive

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August 11, 2017

Students recycled cans and plastic bottles on a trip to Walmart. They're helping to save the environment as well as raise money for school activities. They did a great job and had fun.

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Leo's trip to the Veterans Museum & Learning Center

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May 23, 2017

The high school Leo's Club took an educational tour of war artifacts and memorabilia at the Veterans Museum of West Haven.

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Mother's Day Plant and Rock Sale

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May 15, 2017

Thank you to everyone who participated in the Explorer Boys plant and rock sale. It was a HUGE success. Congratulations to the boys for a job well done!!

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Enjoying The Fruits Of Our Labor

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August 3, 2017

After toiling through the spring and early summer, Foundation School stiudents were finally able to enjoy vegetables from the school garden. All of their hard work was paid off as they harvested tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, herbs and peppers. Back at school, students made homemade

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Zoo trip

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May 4, 2017

The Orange campus enjoyed a perfect day at the Beardsley Zoo.

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Foundation School Students Enjoy a Night of Fun and Games at Room 4

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May 23, 2017

The students from Foundation School recently attended a social event at Room 4 in Milford, CT. The night was filled with games, snacks, raffles and more. Students spent time socializing with

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Letterboxing Fun

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August 1, 2017

The Orange campus is participating in Letterboxing activities. Teachers and students follow written directions and maps to find "letterboxes" hidden in rock walls, trees and various places on our school campus. Once a letterbox is found students open it up to find a stamp and an inkpad. Each student has their own notebook in which to

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Mystic Aquarium

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August 1, 2017

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Smart Shoppers

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August 10, 2017

Shop Rite Trip - the boys from Mr. Armstrong's Health Class had fun reading nutrition labels on packaged food, holding a lobster and learning about healthy eating.

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Back to School

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September 1, 2017

Wishing all our students a happy and successful school year.

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All Dressed Up and Somewhere to Go

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October 23, 2017

Students got together to play games and show off their costumes.

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Boo Bash

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October 27, 2017

Our annual Boo Bash featured Trick-or-Treating around school, games, activities and the best costumes ever.

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Fun Run

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November 3, 2017

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Leos Mid-Winter Conference

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February 5, 2018

The Foundation School Leos Club attends the Lions Mid Winter Conference each year in February. The Orange Lions pay the admission for all Leos and Advisors. 250 Leos from around the state attended the conference this year. Alongside members from other schools, our Leos mingled and took part in activities

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We're All Irish Today

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March 23, 2018

On Friday, March 16, The Foundation High School Leos Club sponsored a St. Patrick's Ice Cream Social featuring treats, music, and a time to socialize with friends.

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Leos Honored at Volunteer Breakfast

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May 8, 2018

Members of the High School Leo's Club were honored breakfast held by Golden Hill Rehabilitation Pavillion. Our students travel to Golden Hill once a month for community service. They enjoy doing crafts, playing games and socializing with the residents.

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Benjamin Bunny

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May 11, 2018

The Curious Quest of Benjamin Bunny is a musical tale created by the Connecticut Children’s Theatre and performed at Sacred Heart University. It is an interactive production, inspired by the The Amazing Adventures of Peter Rabbit, filled with music, dancing, sing-a-longs. We had tons of fun!

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Mother's Day Plant Sale

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May 17, 2018

The High School Leo's Club hosted a Mother's Day Plant Sale to benefit the Stony Brook Farm animal rescue service. Students raised over two hundred dollars for this great cause and went home with many beautiful plants for their loved ones.

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Beardsley Zoo

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May 21, 2018

Students enjoyed walking around Beardsley Zoo and experiencing animals in their habitats. Favorites included the baby tiger cubs, the anteater and prairie dogs. Each student enjoyed a ride on the beautiful carousel. A fun day was had by all!

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2019 High School Artists of the Week

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February 8, 2018

Every week the high school recognizes a student, or students, for their outstanding work in Art. It is a special honor to have your work displayed for the school community and visitors to admire. Our final Artist of the Week of the 2018/2019 school year is recognized at the Artist of

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Leo Club New Member Induction

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October 8, 2018

Lion Kevin Hadlock from the Orange Lions Club came to school to swear in new members and officers at our first meeting of the new school year.

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Orange Open House

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October 9, 2018

Back to School Night was an opportunity for families and learn about our curriculum and meet our staff in an informal setting. It was also an opportunity for students to show off all the awards they won at the Durham Fair last week. Thank you to everyone who worked to make this event successful.

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Trolley Museum

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December 6, 2018

High Schools toured the Trolley Museum in East Haven to learn about mass transportation in the last century. They just happened to run into another visitor who made the trip more special.

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Leo Club Members at Golden Hill

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October 19, 2018

Once a month, Members of the FHS Leo’s Club visit and participate in crafts and activities with residents at the Golden Hill Nursing Home. This week, students prepared a fall themed bulletin board for the residents to enjoy.

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Night Out with Friends

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February 20, 2019

The FS Men’s Social Club had their monthly meeting at Rosa Mina Restaurant in Ansonia. After dinner we visited RAD Art (a creative arts studio) in Oxford to participate in a “differently abled” art night. Each student was able to choose from a variety of projects to paint and add their

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Learning About Fire Safety with Orange Fire Department

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October 24, 2018

Firefighters Rob and Tom from the Orange Volunteer Fire Department visited the Orange Campus to talk about fire safety. Students assembled in the gym for the presentation. Firefighter Tom donned his fire fighting gear

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Fun Run 2018

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October 29, 2018

This year's Fun Run brought the whole School community together for a chance to get some excercise in the fresh air. We are grateful for the families that were able to join us and want to send a special thank-you to members of the Wesleyan University 2018 NCAA Division III National Championship lacrosse team.

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High School Bool Bash

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November 7, 2018

Students from Orange and Milford got together for an evening of fun and games. Tina Turner won with the Most Creative costume, but everyone had a spooktacular time. Thanks for the National Champion Wesleyan Men's Lacrosse team for coming out to help get the party going.

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Yoga as Meditative Exercise

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December 6, 2018

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All Aboard for the Big Apple and Radio City

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December 6, 2018

The frigid weather won't stop us from getting to Radio City to see the Holiday Show today. Stay tuned for pictures from New York City. Arrived in Grand Central Station for lunch. Then back out into the cold for the walk to Radio City and

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Sound Tigers Hockey

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January 28, 2019

On Wednesday students took a field trip to the Webster Bank Arena to watch the Bridgeport Soundtigers face the WB Scranton Penguins. Students enjoyed the high-flying action of speedy skating, fast shots, and physical play.

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Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

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January 28, 2019

Students at the Orange campus celebrated Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birthday with an assembly and reading of a short biography about his life. Later students worked on writing their dreams for the future and decorating paper “quilt”

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Leo - Lion Game Night

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January 28, 2019

Lions from the Milford and Orange Clubs came to spend some time with the Leo’s and advisors. They played games, got to know one another, had pizza and dessert. Everyone had a great time and this has become one of the Leos’ favorite social events.

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Big Deal/Little Deal

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January 31, 2019

Students joined in the gym for a book reading. The theme was tattling. We discussed kid-versus adult-sized problems, how to handle a conflict before going to an adult (e.g., a teacher or family member), and examples of problems that require immediate attention by an adult. We paused throughout the story

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Bowling with Friends

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January 28, 2019

This Friday Night bowling activity was a crowd pleaser. Students enjoyed bowling, playing games in the arcade and having some snacks with their peers.

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Miss Connecticut Outstanding Teen visits The Foundation School

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January 28, 2019

Miss Connecticut’s Outstanding Teen 2018, Morgan Mancini, visited with students at the Orange Campus on Friday. Morgan answered students questions about her hobbies, interests and what

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Sledding Through Recess

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March 1, 2019

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Science and Technology Fair

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March 15, 2019

Students had fun and learned a lot at the Connecticut State Science Fair at Quinnipiac University. They were able to watch several demonstrations, one using liquid nitrogen to freeze objects and another about electrical magnetism and static electricity. One student was able to touch a Van de Graaff

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Multicultural Fair

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May 30, 2018

Students on the Orange Campus displayed their country and state projects at a Multicultural Fair. Parents, siblings and grandparents enjoyed listening to student presentations and learning facts about the countries and states represented in the fair. Visitors participated in a flag scavenger hunt,

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Ride a Painted Pony

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February 28, 2019

Foundation School students worked in Universal Arts to construct and paint two carousel horses for use in the Paper House Production of Mary Poppins Jr. at Coginchaug High School. Starting with sheets of plywood, students used hand and power tools to create and finish the horses and then their design and

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Senator Visits Orange Campus

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April 5, 2019

Senator James Maroney, who represents Orange, Milford, West Haven and Woodbridge in the State Senate, visited today to tour school and host a Jeopardy game for teams of students. Students showed off their knowledge of common and obscure facts about our state including our State

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A Day at the Rink

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April 2, 2019

Today the Sound Tigers played against the WILKES-BARRE SCRANTON PENGUINS. Both teams played with intensity fighting for a playoff spot. Between periods, two Foundation students got to ride the Zamboni and help clean the ice. Everyone had a great time watching the two teams battle for the puck, score

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Leo Club Collects Food for the Hungry

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April 2, 2019

Members of the school community came together to support the Leo Club Can Drive to help stock the Jewish Community Center Food Pantry.

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Milford Police Support Autism Awareness with New Patrol Car

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April 8, 2019

Officer Steven from Milford Police Department came to the High School and Officer Marilisacame to Milford and Orange show us their new Autism Awareness SUV. Students were able to ask questions and sit in the car. Luckily

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Midnight Bowling

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July 23, 2018

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Smitty Turns Three

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April 24, 2018

We baked a cake, made cards and sang Happy Birthday. Smitty was his usual happy self and we all had a good time.

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Amistad Museum

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April 10, 2018

A group of students from the Orange campus traveled to the New Haven Museum to see the Amistad exhibity at City Hall. They learned the story of how the Amistad arrived in New Haven and the role the passengers played leading to the abolition of slavery in the United States.

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Celebrating the Arrival of Spring

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March 23, 2018

Even if the weatherman disagrees, the calendar says its the first day of spring. A group of students got together to celebrate the warm, sunny days to come - when the snow finally melts.

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Lake Quassapaug

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June 18, 2018

The Explorer Boys ended the year with an exciting trip to Quassy. They had fun riding the “Big Thunder Rollercoaster,” bumper cars, teacups, carousel, and taking the train around the park plus lots of other exciting rides. They swam in the lake and had lots of fun riding tubes down the water slides.

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End-of-the-Year Picnic

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June 18, 2018

Students at the Foundation School Orange Campus enjoyed a picnic lunch of hotdogs and watermelon to celebrate the end of the school year. We also celebrated our four graduates that will be heading off to the Foundation High School this summer. Later students enjoyed music on the school deck, played volleyball and other activities on the...

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Silver Sands State Park

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May 11, 2018

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FHS Annual Art Exhibition

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May 9, 2018

Our students have been working very hard in art class this year. They were able to showcase their masterpeices in front of teachers, family and friends at this year's annual art exhibition. We are very proud of their creativity and determination.

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