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Author Nikkolas Smith returns to Tuscan School!

1/26/2026 8:18 pm

 
Nikkolas Smith, bestselling Author/Illustrator, will return to Tuscan School on Thursday, February 5th (for the third year in a row!) to speak to students in kindergarten through fifth grade about his new book, A Change is Gonna Come, based on the song by Sam Cooke.
 
Need his books for your Tiger? Fill this out for Ms. Popp!
 
 
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Winter Blues Dance Party Fundraiser

1/13/2026 7:01 am

 

Come shake off the Winter Blues with your fellow grownups! We'll have DJs Clean Erica & Dirty Preston of "All My Friends" spinning the 90s/2000s bangers, $5 drinks, raffles and 50/50s.

 

Date: Saturday February 7, 2026
Time: 7-11pm
Location: South Orange Elks (220 Prospect St, South Orange)
 
 
 
 
All are welcome, including non-Tuscan families (21+ only). This fundraiser goes directly toward events for our students and supplies for our teachers!
 
Purchase your tickets or make a donation here
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Buy Your Tuscan Show Playbill Ad!

1/7/2026 7:07 am

Tuscan Show playbill ads are now available!

 

Show your pride and celebrate your child by purchasing an ad in this year’s Tuscan Show Playbill—our official program that’s distributed to every Tuscan Show Participant*. Buy your ad here.

 

Playbill ads are available for:

  • Students and families
  • Local businesses who want to support the show

This is Tuscan Show’s only fundraiser, and proceeds directly support production costs so please consider supporting this incredible show!

 

New this year: Purchasing your playbill ad is easier than ever. Simply complete the Google Form linked above, and you’ll be automatically redirected to a secure payment page to purchase your ad. Quick, easy, and all in one step.

 

Questions? Email us

*To keep our carbon footprint low, the audience will receive a QR code to a virtual version of the entire playbill - including the ads.

 

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It's Holiday Collection time!

12/11/2025 9:04 pm

The holidays are a wonderful opportunity to show our appreciation for the many people who support our students every day.

 

Your Class Coordinators will be reaching out separately regarding classroom teacher gifts. In addition, the PTA is once again using GiftCrowd to collect holiday contributions for our non-classroom instruction specialists, school staff, crossing guards, and other essential team members who help make our school community thrive.

 

With over 50 staff members included, every contribution—no matter the size—helps us say a heartfelt thank you and ensures everyone feels recognized and appreciated.

 

Please consider donating by December 20 here

 

Thanks for helping us spread some holiday cheer to the entire school community!

 

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Special Meeting: Forum on School Culture

11/25/2025 6:21 am

Tuscan administration is hosting a conversation about school culture and bullying. 

 

A virtual link will be shared to listen to the meeting. 

The chat will not be monitored, as this is a live discussion. 

 

Have a question but can't make it? Email Lauren by Sunday, November 30. 

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Tuscan Show Sign Ups are LIVE!

11/25/2025 6:12 am

Tuscan Show sign ups are live! Sign up here
 
A few reminders:
  • The show is for 1st through 5th graders.
  • If a K parent is a director, their child can participate in that skit.
  • There is a $30 per student participation fee. As always, financial assistance is available if needed. If you have any questions, please reach out
  • Sign-ups close 12/5
  • Read the skit descriptions carefully and please make sure that the rehearsal times, Tech Week, AND the show dates work for you BEFORE you sign up.
 

 

A HUGE THANK YOU to all the incredible parents who have volunteered to direct all of our Music Festival rockstars. 

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Tuscan Show Skit Directors - We Need You!

11/14/2025 6:22 am

TODAY is the last day to sign up to be a Tuscan Show Skit Director!

 

We’re looking for enthusiastic parents to help bring the Tuscan Show to life. No experience needed—just a sense of fun and a willingness to guide the kids as they create something wonderful together. It’s a great way to get involved, meet other parents, and make lasting memories for our students.

 

If you’re interested or want to learn more, check out the Tuscan Show website. If you already know you want to direct skit, Sign up here. For any questions or concerns, please email the Tuscan Show Committee: tuscanshow@gmail.com.

 

Let’s make this year’s show one to remember!

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Sign up to volunteer for lunch and recess

11/3/2025 11:33 am

Is your Tiger eating the lunch you packed or just buying chocolate milk and PopTarts?  
 
Are they playing nicely at recess or is it Lord of the Flies?
 
Find out and surprise them with a visit during lunch or recess! (H/t Wen Zhu)

 

Sign up here for all November dates! 

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Tuscan Show 2026 Important Dates

10/18/2025 3:40 pm

What time is it? It’s Tuscan Show Time!
 
Tuscan Show is the BIGGEST event of the year!
 
Rock Out and Roar On!
Report to the Main Stage for the Tuscan Music Festival!
 
More info coming soon but save the date for…
 
Director's Interest Meeting:
MID NOVEMBER
 
Host Auditions (4th & 5th Grade)
Friday, 11/14
 
Rehearsals at Tuscan start:
Mid December
 
Tech week at Seth Boyden:
March 9th-12th
 
Performances At Seth Boyden:
March 13th 7pm
March 14th 7pm
Mach 15th 2pm
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2025 Week of Respect

10/5/2025 9:41 pm

At Tuscan School, throughout the school year, teachers engage students in grade level appropriate anti-bullying lessons, read alouds, morning meeting discussions and empathy building activities designed to foster empathy, respect, kindness and a sense of belonging.

 

The Week of Respect is a week-long opportunity for all of us to recognize and use the power of our words and actions to show a unified commitment to anti-bullying.

 

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