Ensworth is a kindergarten through twelfth grade, coeducational independent school. The School promotes academic excellence and inspires students to be intellectually curious, to use their talents to the fullest, to be people of integrity, and to be contributors to society.
WE ENVISION A SCHOOL COMMUNITY DEDICATED TO FOLLOWING THE HIGHEST PRINCIPLES WITH THE GREATEST LOVE, AS CHARACTERIZED BY MORAL INTEGRITY, INTELLECTUAL VITALITY, DISCIPLINE, COMPASSION, HUMOR AND JOY.
Dear Parents of New Tigers,
Welcome
I hope this coming summer is full of fun and adventure for your family. While we are looking forward to welcoming your children to Kindergarten, we hope that you relish the joy that summer can bring until school opens.
The Back-to-School Checklist in Tigernet has the information contained in this packet, but we wanted you to have a printed copy as well. You can log in to Tigernet from www.ensworth.com with your username and password from the admission process.
Kindergarten students begin with early dismissal for the first few days of school. Regardless of a child’s previous school experience, the long hallways, greater number of children, transitions from place to place, and the pace of the day can be exhausting and a bit overwhelming for many children. We plan a careful pace for these youngest Tigers so that we can take time to build a strong foundation of “how Ensworth works” and what is expected, leading to greater confidence. Children are resilient, and we could make them move more quickly through this transition, but we have found that a more measured introduction helps them adapt and adjust with greater strength.
We also highly value the opportunity to hear from parents about their child, and we use the early dismissal days for teachers to be able to schedule individual conferences with each family at the start of the school year. The information shared in these meetings is valuable to the positive start of a home-school relationship.
We invite you to join us for our open house to meet your new teacher and see your child’s classroom before the first day of school commences the next day. We have included a Kindergarten schedule on the following page for easy reference.
The countdown calendar included in this mailing is a fun way to help your child understand when the school year actually begins, so they don’t start waking up at 4 a.m. too many days before school starts. We hope they enjoy it.
Please don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or concerns. Nothing is too large or too small!
Go Tigers!
Kerry Ann Masoner Head of Lower School masonerk@ensworth.com
MONDAY, AUGUST 17
First days of KINDERGARTEN
LOWER SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE FOR GRADES K-5
9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 18
KINDERGARTEN FIRST DAY - 11:00 A.M. DISMISSAL FOR K-8 (NO LUNCH)
Kindergarten students and families may stop for a photo then walk directly to the classroom together.
Families with children in Grades 1-8: Arrive between 7:50 - 8:10 a.m.
Families with Kindergarten students only: Arrive between 8:10 - 8:20 a.m.
KINDERGARTEN PARENT COFFEE
After walking your child to the classroom, join us in the library for a parent coffee.
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19
KINDERGARTEN DISMISSED AT 11:00 A.M. (NO LUNCH)
Arrive by 7:55 a.m., students walk directly to the classroom
START OF TIGER CUB SUPERVISION FOR KINDERGARTEN AND START OF AFTERCARE (REGISTER ONLINE)
THURSDAY, AUGUST 20
KINDERGARTEN DISMISSED AT 11:00 A.M. (NO LUNCH)
Arrive by 7:55 a.m., students walk directly to the classroom
PARENT NIGHT FOR GRADES K-2
Join us in Robinson Hall at Red Gables at 6:30 p.m.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 21
KINDERGARTEN DISMISSED AT 12:00 P.M. (LUNCH AT SCHOOL)
Arrive by 7:55 a.m., students walk directly to the classroom
MONDAY, AUGUST 24
FIRST FULL DAY OF SCHOOL FOR KINDERGARTEN STUDENTS
Arrive by 7:55 a.m., dismissal at 3:00 p.m.
GENERAL INFORMATION
TIGER CUB SUPERVISION
Afternoon supervision is available for our youngest Tigers beginning on August 19. Kindergartners will have rest time and engage in simple activities. This supervision is intended for our families who need their students to attend all day. Snack and lunch are included. Children may get picked up in the hookup lanes at 3:05 p.m. or they may go to Aftercare at that time. Students must attend the session from dismissal time until 3:05 p.m. on that day; No drop-ins are available.
DATES: Wednesday & Thursday, August 19 and 20 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:05 p.m. Friday, August 21 from 12:00 p.m. to 3:05 p.m.
Class lists are released online in early August. Watch for an announcement in E-News. The online directory can be accessed by logging into Tigernet. The “Directories” tab is near the top right of the next page. The directory can be sorted by parents’ names, students’ names, or faculty / staff members’ names.
TARDINESS & ATTENDANCE
School officially begins at 7:55 a.m. and children arriving after this time are considered tardy. Ensworth has a strong policy asking families to have children present whenever school is in session. Absence for family trips and early dismissals for medical appointments cause children to miss some of the important academic and social development that occurs every school day. It is in the child’s best interest to avoid these interruptions to school. Please email the teacher and receptionist in case of absence due to illness.
CHANGES & EARLY DISMISSAL INFORMATION
AFTERNOON HOOKUP CHANGES
For the safety of the child, it is essential that both the parents and the school know the child’s hookup arrangements. Parents must notify the school if their child is not leaving school in their regular hookup. Changes to your regular hookup arrangements should be communicated as early in the day as possible through an email to rgattendance@ensworth.com with a copy sent to the teacher. It is assumed that parents will clear the arrangements with one another in advance. Children who stay
late for an event that begins after hookup must be accompanied by a parent / guardian or registered for Aftercare until the event begins.
EARLY DISMISSAL
If you need an early dismissal for your child, this should also be communicated through an email to rgattendance@ensworth.com with a copy to the teacher. Parents picking up for early dismissal should pull into the main lot through lane 4, park in one of the spots facing Woodlawn, and go to the office to sign out their child.
STAYING INFORMED
At Ensworth, we value open and consistent communication with families. In Kindergarten, we use the Seesaw platform as a tool for sharing classroom updates, photos, and announcements. Families will receive detailed instructions for accessing and using Seesaw at the start of the school year.
In addition, Kindergarten families receive a Sunday email each week from the grade-level team. This message includes upcoming dates, reminders, important information and an overview of what students will be learning. While Seesaw and the weekly email provide classroom-specific communication, school-wide information and events are shared through the web-based calendar and E-News, which is emailed every Thursday during the school year. Teachers will notify parents directly when students are scheduled to be off campus. Families are encouraged to keep their contact information current in the online directory to ensure they receive all necessary updates, especially in the case of school closings or emergencies. Please note: we kindly ask that parents do not text teachers’ personal cell phones with questions or information about their child.
PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES
You will be asked to set up a meeting with your child’s teacher during the shortened transition days at the beginning of the year. These initial meetings are for parents to share insights about their child. In addition to the parent-teacher meetings in August, Kindergarten through Grade 8 parent teacher conferences are scheduled for September and January. Watch for information in E-News about conference schedules and how to sign up online.
AFTERCARE & ENRICHMENTS
Kindergarten students may begin to attend Aftercare when they begin full school days. Students may register for Aftercare on a regular basis throughout the school year or on an as-needed basis. An emergency form must be on file in order for a child to attend Aftercare. The program operates on full school days, Monday through Thursday from 3:00 to 5:45 p.m. and Friday from 3:00 to 5:30 p.m. We also offer several after-school enrichment programs throughout the year for students of all ages. The school’s website offers information about our Aftercare and Enrichment programs, including current offerings and fees.
REPORT CARDS
Report cards are posted in Tigernet four times per year. Report cards are intended to be a snapshot of the child’s growth and progress in various areas and include teachers’ narrative comments at the end of first and third quarters. Further information about understanding and interpreting report cards will be sent home before the end of the first quarter.
TIGER BAGS, SCHOOL SUPPLIES & WATER BOTTLES
Each child will receive a Tiger Bag, a canvas tote bag, for bringing schoolwork and notes home. The children use these instead of backpacks in Kindergarten. They will be handed out on the first day of school. All necessary supplies will be provided by the teacher. Students do not need to bring a bag or supplies to school on the first day. Kindergarten students will also receive a water bottle to use at school. The teacher will outline the schedule for washing the bottle at home. Children take responsibility to bring them back-and-forth as necessary. Parents are asked to not bring forgotten bottles to school once the school day has begun.
MANAGING DISTRACTIONS
To avoid distraction, Kindergarten students should not wear watches, jewelry or necklaces, and please no shoes with lights. Also, there should be no decorations, mirrors, or magnets in lockers and no key chains on Tiger Bags.
LUNCH
After a few weeks of practice with their teachers, Kindergarten children are mixed into the table rotation that includes sitting with children from Grades 1 and 2, with a Lower School teacher or a staff member at most tables. Lunch menus may be found online at https://ensworth.flikisdining.com/menus-eula. There are many choices for children at lunch, always including fruit and vegetables. It isn’t possible for the adults to monitor individual lunch choices and this is a good area in which children can learn to take responsibility for choosing foods that parents have asked them to eat.
VISITING FOR LUNCH
Parents are welcome to visit during lunch on birthdays. Please make other arrangements for younger siblings. If your child has a summer birthday, we suggest lunch visits on half birthdays. We encourage you to consult with your child’s teacher about lunchtime visits. When visiting, please do not bring outside food or drinks.
BIRTHDAYS
We love celebrating birthdays and strive to make each child feel special on their big day! To ensure a safe, joyful and inclusive experience for all students, we follow a consistent approach across all classrooms for our birthday celebrations. We kindly ask that families do not send any treats, decorations, or classroom gift items. Please note: birthday party invitations may not be distributed at school, and birthday presents should not be brought to school.
SPIRIT STORE
Ensworth clothing and accessories are available for purchase in the school’s Spirit Store. The Red Gables’ store is located inside the front doors of the Brown Athletic Center, and children must be accompanied by an adult. There is also a store at Frist Campus located inside Elcan Athletics Center.Y ou may also shop online at: ensworthspiritstore.com.
KINDERGARTEN EVENTS
HIGH SCHOOL HALLOWEEN VISIT
This class trip to the High School is a half day event scheduled on or near Halloween. The children enjoy a picnic lunch, participate in games and activities, and parade in costume on the Frist Campus. Parents are invited to watch the parade and join the class for lunch. They may be picked up at school during regular hookup.
COOKIES AND COCOA
On the last day before Winter Break, about an hour before dismissal, all parents will be invited to visit the classroom for a holiday open house. More information will be sent closer to the date.
100 DAYS OF SCHOOL CELEBRATION
Scheduled late January or early February. Date and time to be announced. This is the day marking a grand achievement in your child’s life—100 days of school. It is a very exciting day when the children enjoy a variety of 100 day-related activities. Parents are needed in each classroom to help.
SERVICE LEARNING: HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
This is the Kindergarten service learning project. In the spring, the children will begin collecting coins at home and school. They learn the impact of their efforts as they count the coins they have collected and present a check for the total amount raised to Habitat for Humanity. In late April, the students visit Homeowner’s Academy to meet the family and learn the details of building a home.
DRESS CODE
The following information is for Lower / Middle School (Grades K-8) and supplements the provisions regarding the Dress Code in the first section of the Handbook.
REGULAR DRESS
• Approved uniform bottoms of the same hue as those available at FlynnO’Hara or Lands’ End; girls may also wear Ensworth-approved Lands’ End or FlynnO’Hara plaid skirts or jumpers and khaki shorts
• White, black, or orange polo shirts, long-sleeve or short-sleeve
• White or black turtlenecks, plain or with the school logo
• White button-down long-sleeve dress shirts (6-8)
• Black or white cardigans, plain or with the school logo
• Black or white v-neck sweaters or sweater vests, plain or with the school logo
• Sweatshirt or fleece from an Ensworth source
• Athletic shoes (suitable for running and other P.E. activities)
• White, black, or orange socks, full-length leggings, or tights (no ribs)
• Belts must be worn if pants, shorts, or skirts have belt loops
• Undershirts must be white, black, or orange and without words or logos that show through; long-sleeve undershirts may not be worn under shortsleeve uniform shirts
FORMAL DRESS
There will be designated days throughout the year when Formal Dress is required. On these days, students must modify Regular Dress as follows:
• All students wear a white shirt (any of the selected uniform styles)
• Undershirts must be white
• Uniform bottoms, no shorts allowed
CASUAL DRESS
In addition to the provisions of Regular Dress stated above, students may wear official Ensworth t-shirts with uniform bottom attire.
SPIRIT DRESS
On Spirit Days students are encouraged to wear appropriate athletic wear representing their school or team colors in order to participate in Spirit Assembly games. School/team color accessories are permitted as long as they are not overly distracting. No face paint or hair coloring is allowed.
GENERAL PROVISIONS
Students must observe the following provisions for school dress regardless of whether the dress is Regular Dress, Formal Dress, or Casual Dress:
• Clothing should be neat, clean, and well cared-for
• Clothing must be of appropriate size and must be worn modestly with skirts and shorts at fingertip length or longer
• Shirts with collars must be tucked in at all times on Regular Dress and Formal Dress days
• Shoes must be cared for and properly worn
• Shoes must be worn with socks or tights
• Hair must be clean and well groomed with no unnatural dyed hair color
• Students’ hair must not cover their eyes nor be a distraction
• During cold weather, students may need a heavy coat or jacket (of greater weight and function than the Ensworth fleece, sweater, or sweatshirt) for recess and travel to and from school. This outerwear, which includes coats and jackets but does not include lightweight zip-up garments, may not be worn inside the building
• Only Ensworth sweatshirts and outerwear, in addition to designated uniform sweaters, may be worn in the building during the school day
• Long-sleeve t-shirts may not be worn under short-sleeve uniform shirts
• No hats or caps inside the building
• No cologne, aftershave, or perfume
• If clothing has belt loops, a belt must be worn
• School attire should be worn to school-sponsored events unless otherwise stated.
• The School believes that parents will accept what is indeed their responsibility, and students will indicate their respect for the School by living within the guidelines expressed above. The School will continue to reserve the right to enforce these guidelines as necessary.
• Students in violation of the School Dress Code may be required to change into proper attire and could be withheld from attending class until doing so. This may result in the student waiting in the office until a parent brings proper clothes. Students in violation of the School Dress Code will be sent to the Division Head, and parents will be notified.
Kindly note: Dress code guidelines are subject to change
MORNING DROP-OFF
All students are dropped off at the front of the main building. There is an adult in the crosswalk starting at 7:30 a.m. to assist in crossing the driveway.
Morning drop-off begins at 7:30 a.m.
Students must remain in their vehicles until our Security Officer enters the crosswalk at 7:30 a.m. Our day begins at 7:30 a.m. when the school doors open and supervision is available. It is dangerous for students to attempt to cross lanes 1 and 2 while vehicles are moving and no one is managing the crosswalk.
Cell phone use is strictly prohibited. The risk of distracted driving is far too great as we have young children entering school each day.
All students K-8 must enter the main Red Gables entrance.
Students must exit their vehicles and walk through the main entrance at Red Gables; there is no entry through Brown Athletic Center or the Arnholt Quad.
Switching lanes is not permitted in drop-off lanes.
Once you enter campus, do not attempt to switch lanes. This has the potential to cause dangerous conditions for our children and faculty members.
Students may only exit their vehicles once inside the drop-off lanes.
Please do not drop off your students in front of the Middle School. Instead, drive slowly through lanes 1-3 and pull forward to the top of the hill until you come to a stop.
AFTERNOON HOOKUP
PROCEDURES
AFTERNOON HOOKUP BEGINS AT 3:05 P.M.
Display your hookup placard clearly in your front window before entering campus. Every vehicle must display a placard with the child’s last name on the visor closest to the center lane where students walk to cars. Please keep the placard visible until your child has safely entered the car. This indicates to us that your car is ready to depart. Kindly note: If you do not have a placard, you will be asked to park and show ID inside the main office.
During hookup, there will only be one entrance to campus through the “Brown Athletic Center” lot. All hookup drivers must enter here, then split off to the lane designated by your placard color.
BLUE LANES ARE FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL HOOKUP
The blue lane loading zone is outside the front entrance to the Red Gables (RG) main building.
Important note: All Lower School students with Middle School siblings will also be picked up from the front of the school in the designated Middle School hookup zone. Even on days when their Middle School siblings are not participating in hookup, this will still be the assigned hookup location for these Lower School students.
RED LANES ARE FOR LOWER SCHOOL HOOKUP
The red lane loading zone is outside the side entrance to the Grades 3-5 academic building.
Important note: This is for families who are ONLY picking up Lower School students and have no Middle School students. The loop road gate by the playground will open at 2:30 p.m. Cars must line up behind the gate until then and proceed slowly to the loading zone.
• There will be a traffic coordinator at the Brown Athletic Center entrance who will assist with directing the flow of traffic. If you need to exit left onto Woodlawn, line up in the left lane of your hookup line. If you need to exit right onto Woodlawn, line up in the right lane of your hookup line.
• Families must follow the instructions of the faculty on duty during hookup.
• Cell phone use is strictly prohibited.
• Students not picked up by 3:35 p.m. will go to Aftercare. Parents will need to go to Aftercare to sign their child out, and they will be charged.
SCAN QR CODE FOR OUR DROP-OFF AND HOOKUP VIDEOS
LOADING PROCEDURE FOR LOWER SCHOOL (two lanes of cars)
• All cars must turn off engines in the loading zone.
• We will load all cars in the designated loading zone at the same time.
• When a student’s name is called, they will go to the waiting zone.
• Students should NOT enter cars from the curb.
• Students will enter vehicles from the designated center space between lanes.
• As students enter vehicles, the next load of students will be called to the waiting zone.
• Once all cars in the loading zone are loaded, they will be prompted to turn their engines on, and we will release them to exit.
• Once all cars have exited, we will bring the next lot of cars through until the loading zone is filled again.
• If a student is late to hookup, the family will be asked to loop around.
LOADING PROCEDURE FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL - RED GABLES MAIN ENTRANCE (two lanes of cars)
• All cars must turn off engines in the loading zone.
• We will load all cars in the designated loading zone at the same time.
• When a student’s name is called, they will report to the crosswalk.
• Students should NOT enter cars from the curb.
• Students will enter vehicles from the designated center space between lanes.
• As students are entering vehicles, the next load of students will be called to the front.
• Once all cars in the loading zone are loaded, they will be prompted to turn their engines on, and we will release them to exit.
• Once all cars have exited, we will bring the next lot of cars through until the loading zone is filled again.
• In the event that a student is late to hookup, the family will be asked to move their vehicle to the waiting zone (front of hookup lanes on the right in the area marked in green on the map).
GETTING READY FOR KINDERGARTEN
Kindergarten marks the beginning of your child’s formal education, and having a positive start can make a big difference. This guide highlights the skills that Ensworth Kindergarten teachers hope children will have when they begin school. It also offers easy, everyday activities you can do at home to help your child feel confident and excited about starting Kindergarten.
While recognizing letters and numbers is important, many other skills also contribute to a successful kindergarten experience. As you support your child’s growth, focus on making learning fun. Nurture their natural curiosity, encourage imagination, and embrace those endless questions—they’re signs of a developing mind!
The following sections will help you prepare your child for a wonderful Kindergarten journey at Ensworth!
What can Tigers do?
OPEN AND CLOSE CAR DOORS INDEPENDENTLY
GET MY JACKET ON AND OFF WITHOUT HELP
KNOW MY PARENTS’ NAMES AND HOME ADDRESS
BUCKLE AND UNBUCKLE MY OWN SEATBELT
COVER MY MOUTH WHEN I SNEEZE OR COUGH AND USE A TISSUE
HANG BAGS AND COATS ON HOOKS
DRINK FROM A CUP AND USE UTENSILS
CLEAN UP AND PUT THINGS AWAY
TIE SHOES AND FASTEN A BELT
USE THE RESTROOM AND WASH MY HANDS WITH SOAP AND WATER BY MYSELF
Our Approach
At Ensworth, we recognize that children develop at different rates, and there’s a wide range of what’s considered “normal” at this age. Our Kindergarten teachers are well-equipped to support young learners with diverse skill levels, recognizing that every child enters Kindergarten with a unique set of strengths and areas for growth.
Shopping Tip!
You can help your child develop personal responsibility by shopping wisely for school clothes and supplies. Make sure zippers, buttons, and fasteners are easy to manage and consider buying shoes with Velcro fasteners.
KINDERGARTEN SKILLS
Children entering Kindergarten are expected to be working toward the following skills:
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE
■ Say their full name and home address
■ Recognize letters and numbers
■ Retell familiar stories or events
■ Identify basic shapes (star, circle, etc.)
■ Recite simple rhymes
■ Match similar objects (socks, shoes, etc.)
■ Notice similarities and differences
■ Count aloud to 10
MOTOR SKILLS
■ Throw and catch a large ball
■ Walk backward, hop, skip, and jump
■ Write their first name
■ Draw simple shapes
■ Use scissors to cut along a line
SOCIAL SKILLS
■ Speak clearly in full sentences
■ Share and take turns with others
■ Follow simple instructions
■ Make choices
■ Listen attentively to a story
■ Show care and concern for others
READING & WRITING
LETTERS AND BEGINNING SOUNDS
Learning about letters and their sounds is an important step in early literacy. Here are some ways to practice together:
■ Use refrigerator magnets to spell simple words
■ Choose a letter of the day—talk about the sound it makes and find objects around the house that begin with that sound
READING
One of the greatest gifts you can give your child is a love of reading. Reading together not only builds literacy skills but also strengthens your bond. Ways to support reading at home:
■ As you read, move your finger under the words to show that we read from left to right
■ Ask thoughtful questions, like: “What do you think will happen next?” and “What would you do if you were in this story?
WRITING
In Kindergarten, children spend a lot of time developing early writing skills. You can support this at home with simple activities like:
■ Practice writing letters and numbers
■ Keeping paper, pencils, crayons, and markers easily accessible
We introduce uppercase and lowercase letters in sync with our OrtonGillingham reading curriculum.
NUMBERS, SHAPES, & COLORS
NUMBERS
You can build early math skills through everyday moments. Look for chances to count, compare, and talk about numbers as you go about your day. Try these ideas at home:
■ Spot numbers on signs, buildings, and mailboxes
■ Count aloud during daily tasks: “Let’s count how many socks came out of the dryer” and “How many eggs are in the carton?”
SHAPES AND COLORS
Recognizing shapes and colors helps children understand how to categorize and describe the world around them. Fun ways to practice:
■ Go on a walk and look for similarities / differences
■ Match socks, group coins or sort buttons or blocks by shape / color
MOTOR SKILLS
FINE MOTOR SKILLS
Fine motor development helps children color, write, cut, glue, and more—essential skills for Kindergarten! To build fine motor strength:
■ Let your child cut paper with child-safe scissors
■ String beads and complete puzzles
■ Practice zipping jackets, buttoning shirts, and snapping pants
LARGE MOTOR SKILLS
Large motor skills are important for physical play, coordination, and confidence during active games. Encourage movement by:
■ Playing catch, jumping rope, or doing somersaults
■ Running, skipping, hopping, and kicking a ball
SOCIAL INTERACTIONS
SPEAKING AND LISTENING SKILLS
The more opportunities your child has to talk, listen, and ask questions, the more confident they’ll become in expressing themselves. Ways to encourage speaking and listening:
■ Invite your child to tell you about their day or explain how something works
■ Visit new places and talk about what you’re seeing and doing—this builds vocabulary
SOCIAL SKILLS
Kindergarten is full of new social experiences— learning to cooperate, solve problems, and build friendships. You can support this by:
■ Arranging play dates or group activities where your child can practice playing with others
■ Encouraging your child to use words to express needs and feelings
Kindergarten marks the beginning of a lifelong journey of learning— and we are grateful for your partnership as we provide your child with a joyful, confident, and enriching year of growth.
Book List
SUGGESTED BOOKS TO READ WITH YOUR KINDERGARTEN TIGER
Stop That Mop!
Jonathan Fenske
Hot Dog
Doug Salati
Go Get ‘Em, Tiger! Sabrina Moyle
Loops Jashar Awan
Mine! Candace Fleming
VISITING AUTHOR!
Jumper: A Day in the Life of a Backyard Jumping Spider
Jessica Lanan
HELPFUL CONTACTS
KERRY ANN MASONER
Head of Lower School masonerk@ensworth.com
ATTENDANCE OR HOOKUP UPDATES rgattendance@ensworth.com
CELESTIA O’DONNELL
Main Office Receptionist / Attendance odonnellc@ensworth.com
KEY DATES
2026 - 2027
Monday, August 17
Tuesday, August 18
Thursday, August 20
Tuesday, August 25
Monday, September 7
Thursday–Friday, September 24-25
Thursday–Friday, October 15-16
Monday, October 19
Friday, November 20
Monday–Friday, November 23–27
Friday, December 18
December 21–January 1
Monday, January 4
Tuesday, January 5
Monday, January 18
Thursday–Friday, January 28-29
Friday, February 12
Monday, February 15
Friday–Friday, March 12-19
Friday, April 16
Monday, April 19
Wednesday, May 26
Thursday, May 27
Friday, May 28
Saturday, May 29
PETER TERWILLIGER
Associate Head of Lower School terwilligerp@ensworth.com
RACHEL DILLARD
School Nurse dillardr@ensworth.com
OREN GOLDRING
Director of Auxiliary Programs & Aftercare goldringo@ensworth.com
New Student Orientation (Grades 1-12)
Lower School Open House
First Day K–8 (Half-day)
Grades K-2 Parent Night
Grades 3-5 Parent Night
Labor Day (No classes)
Parent Teacher Conferences (K-12)
Fall Break
Faculty In-Service (No classes)
LS / MS Grandparents & Special Friends Day (Half-day)
Thanksgiving Break
Winter Break Begins (11am dismissal)
Winter Break
Faculty In-Service (No classes)
Classes Resume
MLK Day (No classes)
Red Gables (RG) Parent Teacher Conferences (Half-day Thursday)
