Welcome to Polk! Our office will be open 8 AM - 2 PM during the summer months. Our office will be closed on the following dates: July 3, 23, 24, and 27-31 August 3-7 If you have any questions, please call the office (860.945.4840). If you call during one of the times we are closed, someone will contact you back when the office reopens. We can’t wait to see... READ MORE >
Please see attached ReOpening presentation from Monday, June 29th Special Board of Education Meeting. READ MORE >
Dear Watertown Families, Over the last month, our district has been carefully planning for a safe and successful reopening in the fall. Our School Re-Entry Advisory Council (SRAC) includes representatives from the Board of Education, Administration, Teachers Union, Medical Field, and the Watertown Police Department. The SRAC is focused on developing a... READ MORE >
Summer Learning 2020 Watertown Public Schools is offering a variety of academic and creative activities that are relevant for all ages and grade levels. Although the activities are not required, we encourage students to keep their skills sharp over the summer. Click HERE for more details. READ MORE >
Check out all the fun summer reading and math activities on the links below!Click here for Summer Reading info. Click here for the Summer Math Passport We wish you an amazing summer! READ MORE >
Watertown Public Schools is pleased to announce that Kelly Bainer, Special Education teacher at Polk Elementary School, has been named the 2020-21 District Teacher of the Year. Ms. Bainer was surprised by Ms. Bainer is a 2015 graduate of the University of Saint Joseph, where she earned a Master’s degree in Special Education. She also holds a Bachelor’s degree in... READ MORE >
Please complete the attached form to drop off your borrowed Technology.Click here for a printable copy. READ MORE >
This is a joint statement from the Watertown Board of Education and Watertown Police Department about the Class of 2020 Parade that is scheduled for Sunday, June 14, 2020. READ MORE >
Please check out the detailed information attached. READ MORE >
Order School Supplies with 1st Day School Supplies. READ MORE >
A Peek at Polk ~ April 26, 2020 I hope this finds you all well and staying healthy! To all of our parents who are firstresponders, healthcare workers, or employed in other essential fields, THANK YOU! Weare all so appreciative!! I hope you all enjoyed a lovely “staycation” for April break and found some time toliterally unplug. We enjoyed last week’s Spirit Week... READ MORE >
The 2019-2020 Yearbooks are now available to order. The deadline is May 9th. Distribution information will be shared at a later date. As a reminder, all 5th graders will receive a yearbook from the PTO so there is no need to order one. READ MORE >
2020 Watertown Wall of Honor nomination form:Watertown Wall of Honor Nomination READ MORE >
Here is a digital presentation of the District Art Show, art made by our K-12 students, that was supposed to occur March 18 along with the Food Truck Festival that was canceled. Please understand a few student works are missing because we still had a week to set up. The majority of the student work is here. Thank you for supporting Watertown Art!Click Here to... READ MORE >
Parents: A reminder that your child will need to join more than one Google classroom. All students must join the specials class for their grade level and may have others to join as well, such as band. Please look down the list of class codes.Grade LevelTeacher's NameSection (if applicable)Google Classroom Code3Grade 3 SpecialsSpecials3mvywml4Grade 4... READ MORE >
Class Codes are located midway through the document Good evening Watertown Families, On Monday, the Governor announced that all schools would be closed until April 20th. Earlier today, he hinted during a press conference that schools may be closed even longer. Because of the increased potential for long-term school closures and in response to direction from the... READ MORE >
Click on Blue Link for video: Video on how to join Google Classroom by Miss Graham READ MORE >
Click HERE for information about distance learning in Watertown Public Schools. READ MORE >
If you have any questions contact Mrs. Rinaldi - rinaldido@watertownps.org READ MORE >
Click below for the latest updates from the district regarding COVID-19.COVID-19 UpdatesCOVID-19 Supplemental LearningCOVID-19 Questions & Answers READ MORE >
Here is a link to a great resource through scholastic. There will be daily lessons for your child to participate in. 😊 https://classroommagazines.sch... READ MORE >
A Message from the Superintendent of Schools: We have been actively working with our administrators and staff to develop a plan to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and plan for the continuity of education should there be a need to close our schools. As you know, we are monitoring daily updates from the CDC and following recommendations from our local and state... READ MORE >
Watertown Public Schools approaches budget development in a conservative and fiscally prudent manner with input and feedback from a variety of stakeholders. This collaborative approach helps ensure we are making wise use of the taxpayer dollars entrusted to us. As a district, we are grateful for support from our students, employees, parents and Town residents to... READ MORE >
DR. RYDELL HARRISON’S2020/2021 BOARD OF EDUCATION BUDGET COMMUNITY PRESENTATIONS WednesdayMarch 4, 2020 7:00 PMJohn Trumbull Primary School GymnasiumThursdayMarch 5, 2020 7:00 PMSwift Middle School Library TuesdayMarch 10, 2020 7:00 PMPolk Elementary School Library ALL ARE WELCOME - OPEN TO THE PUBLIC READ MORE >
Check out Retail 101 @ Polk on 2/21- 2/23 READ MORE >
Watertown Public Schools will have a 2 hour delay today, Thursday, February 6, 2020. READ MORE >
Lunch Menu Attached READ MORE >
Starting January 6th, Polk will offer hot breakfast on Monday and Wednesday mornings. See attached flyer for more details. READ MORE >
Watertown Public Schools will have a two-hour delay on Wednesday, December 18, 2019. READ MORE >
Watertown Public Schools will be closed on Tuesday, December 17 due to winter weather. READ MORE >
Watertown Public Schools will have a 3 hour delay today, Wednesday, December 11th to allow additional time for roads to be cleared. READ MORE >
Watertown Families and Staff,Watertown Public Schools will be closed today, Tuesday, December 3, 2019 due to inclement weather. READ MORE >
There will be no school today due to hazardous road conditions this morning and the threat of additional winter weather later this afternoon. READ MORE >
Earn money for our school by shopping on Amazon! Check out the link here for info. READ MORE >
Sun, Moon & Stars, Inc., in collaboration with Watertown Public Schools, islaunching Project Puzzle Piece, an opportunity for businesses to help spread awareness andraise funds for the Watertown Unified Sports spring 2020 season. Press Release 1Press Release 2 READ MORE >
Polk Veterans Day Assembly 11/15 - Spirit Day wear Red, White & Blue READ MORE >
Come out and support Polk at Triple Play! READ MORE >
On Monday, November 4, 2019, the Watertown Board of Education approved Jennifer Galik as the next principal of Polk Elementary School effective immediately. Prior to taking the reins as Polk’s interim principal, Ms. Galik served as John Trumbull Primary School’s assistant principal. “While I am very sad to say goodbye to the many people I have had the privilege of... READ MORE >
Watertown Public Schools are closed today, Thursday, October 17th due to road and electrical outages in Watertown. READ MORE >
See the attahed flyer for Halloween Party Details! READ MORE >
Specials Schedule for the school year. If we have a day off from school we do not miss a special the schedule will move to the next day! READ MORE >
Visit www.imageswatertown.com for more information. READ MORE >
Watertown Public Schools is excited to welcome Charles “Chip” Schofield, our new Security/Residency Officer at John Trumbull, Polk and Judson. Ofc. Chip recently retired from the Naugatuck Police Department after 20 years of service. Throughout his law enforcement career, Ofc. Chip worked as a School Resource Officer for four years, served as a DARE Officer for six... READ MORE >
Last winter, a group of community members presented a signed petition to the Board of Education with hopes of naming natatorium–the building that houses the WHS pool–after the school’s beloved swimming/diving coach, Garry Smith. On February 4, 2019, the Naming School Building & Facilities Sub-Committee met to discuss the request, and on February 11, it was... READ MORE >
Dear Watertown Families, I hope you are enjoying your summer. This week, you will receive an email from Watertown Public Schools inviting you to update your Returning Student Registration for the 19-20 School year in your PowerSchool Parent Portal. Please be reminded that you must use the Parent Portal sign in, not your student's login to the portal. Please click... READ MORE >
Watertown High School seniors are required to complete a Senior Capstone Project. This independent project is a culminating opportunity for students to bring together their academic strengths and personal interests. Students are required to dedicate 60 hours toward the completion of their project. Examples of past capstone projects include: planning fundraising... READ MORE >
Hope you can join us! READ MORE >
Please see the attached file to review using My School Bucks program from Food Services. READ MORE >
Click on the following link to see transportation information for your child's 2019-2020 school bus route. 2019-2020 Bus Information READ MORE >
As Watertown Public Schools begins the process of selecting a new principal for Polk Elementary School, we would like stakeholder input as to the most important professional qualities the new leader should possess. Please click here to access a brief survey.Thanks in advance for your input. READ MORE >
The Watertown Board of Education is pleased to announce that after a thorough selection process, Lisa Fekete has been selected as the Director of Curriculum and Instruction. Ms. Fekete is currently the Principal of Polk Elementary Schools. The selection process began in late June after former Assistant Superintendent, Dr. Janet Parlato, was appointed as the... READ MORE >
It is with deep regret that we inform you about a loss to our school community on July 17th regarding a recent graduate of Swift Middle School. Dear Swift Families, It is with deep regret that we inform you about a recent loss to our school community. On July 17th, Tyler Palmer died in an ATV accident. Tyler graduated from Swift last month and... READ MORE >
Watertown Families looking for before and after school care for the coming school year? Consider registering your child for the YMCA Watertown Before and After School Program. For information regarding schools, activities, rates, and more, follow the link! https://www.waterburyymca.org/programs/after-school READ MORE >
Parents/Students, Please see supply lists for Polk Elementary School for the 19-20 school year. Grade 3 Supply List Grade 4 Supply List Grade 5 Supply List READ MORE >
On Monday, June 11, 2019, the Watertown Board of Education approved the Superintendent’s recommendation to appoint Dr. Janet Parlato as the next principal of Watertown High School. On May 28, 2019, Principal Dan Carroll announced his resignation from Watertown High School effective June 30, 2019 and the position was posted internally. “I was so excited that Dr.... READ MORE >
Parents and Students:Click here for your Summer Math Calendar of fun math activities! An activity or problem from the calendar a few days a week will help maintain the mathematical concepts and skills from the prior year and you'll have fun too! Click here for: · Students entering Second Grade · Students entering Third Grade · Students... READ MORE >
Click here for a printable version of document below: Summer Reading Letter Summer Reading Log Click for Governors Reading Challenge Grade 3 & 4 Reading Suggestions Grade 5 & 6 Reading Suggestions READ MORE >
Please read the following press release regarding Colleen Ferrucci, the 2019-2020 Paraeducator of the year for Watertown Public Schools. READ MORE >
Please read the following press release from Dr. Harrison in regards to the 19-20 Watertown Teacher of the Year, Maria Teixeira.Congratulations Maria. READ MORE >
Please see the community hours for Dr. Harrison for the month on May: May 8 - 10:00 - 11:-00 a.m Main May 21 - 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. Oakville May 30 - 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Main READ MORE >
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The Watertown Board of Education is currently seeking nominations for the Watertown High School Wall of Honor. The purpose of the Wall of Honor is to recognize those individuals that have brought distinction to Watertown High School and the community through their commitment to excellence. To be nominated to the Wall of Honor, a candidate must have graduated from... READ MORE >
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSewKXy2PKB6BPf9KeQTRlMaUYgFrFO6D7cZYL3DGPpdbvY7Xg/viewform Click on the link above to join! READ MORE >