LS/MS Newsletter - May 29th

Dear Badger families,

Last evening’s Expo and Talent Show was a wonderful celebration of creativity, learning, and community. The evening began with our Curriculum Fair, where students proudly showcased a year’s worth of hard work and growth through book projects, essays, journals, and classroom projects spanning reading, math, language arts, science, social studies, and art. It was inspiring to see students enthusiastically sharing their learning and reflecting on all they have accomplished throughout the school year.

The second half of the evening brought excitement and entertainment during our annual Talent Show, where students confidently took the stage to share their unique gifts and interests. From hula hooping, piano playing, and singing to diabolo performances and even knee hockey, the range of talents on display was remarkable and a true reflection of the individuality and spirit of our students. The evening concluded on a high note with a performance by our beloved house band, The Bad Badgers, featuring both faculty members and students.

A heartfelt thank you goes to everyone who attended and helped make the evening such a success. Special appreciation is extended to the faculty and staff whose support, organization, and encouragement created a memorable celebration of student growth, talent, and community.

Have a wonderful weekend,

Jen Guthrie

Director of the Lower & Middle School

June 2026 Important Dates

6/1 (Mon) Summer homework sent home

6/2-6/4 (Tues, Wed, Thurs) - 8th Grade Trips 

6/8 (Mon) Noon Dismissal: Faculty Forum 

2:00 Leadership Council Recognition Ceremony

6/9 (Tues) Noon Dismissal: Badger Community Spirit Day 

6/10 (Wed) Noon Dismissal: Awards Assembly/Last Day for 2-7. 8th Grade Brunch

8:45 Awards ceremony for grades 2-5

10:00 Awards ceremony for grades 6-7

6/11 (Thurs) 8th Grade Graduation - 9 am -12 pm 

6/16 (Tues) 20th Annual Golf Outing & Auction Fundraiser 

PACS Update: 8th Grade Celebration 

Calling All 8th Grade Parents

As part of a long-standing Craig tradition, PACS supports a special breakfast celebration for our 8th graders during the Grades 2–7 awards ceremonies. We’re looking for a few 8th-grade parent volunteers to help with planning and setup.

It’s a wonderful way to be part of your child’s send-off and make the day extra meaningful. Please fill out the Google Form below if you can help!

Volunteer Sign Up Here

8th Grade Brunch – The Next Chapter

On June 10th, our 8th graders will gather for one final brunch together before graduation and the exciting next chapter ahead. This theme is The Next Chapter  and we’re looking for a few parent volunteers to help decorate on June 9th and assist with setup, serving, and cleanup on June 10th.

We are also collecting donations through our Amazon Wishlist. As a bonus, many of the book-themed decorations can be repurposed for the Media Center!

Check out my list on Amazon amazon.com

Interested in Joining PACS?

PACS is looking for parents interested in helping support the events and traditions that make Craig so special. Whether you have a little time or a lot, we’d love to have you involved.

Contact us at pacs@craigschool.org

The Craig School’s 20th Annual Golf Outing & Auction

 Tuesday, June 16, 2026
 Ballyowen Golf Club

As we count down to our 20th Annual Golf Outing, we are incredibly grateful for the amazing support from our Craig community.

While our official registration deadline has passed, there is still time to join us on the course! We do have limited flexibility remaining for golfers and sponsors as final plans come together.

In addition, we are currently building our auction experiences -  and we would greatly appreciate support through our Golf Outing Amazon Wishlist.

Whether you attend the outing or simply want to support the event from afar, every item donated helps make the day extra special for our golfers and guests while supporting The Craig School and our students.

 Amazon Wishlist: LINK

 Golf Registration & Sponsorship Information: LINK

Thank you for helping us celebrate 20 years of this wonderful Craig tradition. We truly appreciate your continued generosity and support.

Questions? Contact Mary Calvano or  ajahn@craigschool.org

SUMMER ACADEMY

All forms are due June 1st.

8th Grade Graduation Updates

Dear 8th Grade Families, 

Please be on the lookout for emails from Alyssa Chartier (achartier@craigschool.org) regarding graduation information. Graduation will be held in the auditorium at the Mountain Lakes campus on Thursday, June 11, 2026. The ceremony starts at 9:00 AM and runs until around 12:00 PM (noon).