Next Steps in the 2026–2027 School Budget Process
On January 27, 2026, the Board of Education approved a proposed 2026–2027 budget of $245,944,528, representing a 5.54% increase over the current year. This budget reflects our continued commitment to supporting students, strengthening programs, and meeting the needs of our growing school community.
The proposal now moves to the Town for review and approval. In the coming weeks, it will be presented to the Board of Selectmen, the Board of Finance, and ultimately the Representative Town Meeting (RTM). These meetings will begin at the end of February and conclude with the RTM budget vote on the first Monday in May. Agendas and meeting videos will be available on the Town website on each board’s respective page.
We are grateful for the partnership of our families, staff, and community members throughout this process. Together, we remain focused on ensuring every Fairfield student is prepared to succeed in school and beyond.
Fairfield Educator Honored for Excellence in Holocaust Education
Colleen Sousa (left), Daphne Geismar (right)
Colleen Sousa, FPS Director of Social Studies and Student-Centered Learning, received the Simon Konover Recognition for Excellence in Holocaust Teaching from Voices of Hope.
She was honored alongside Author Daphne Geismar for their collaborative Invisible Years Holocaust & Human Rights Project, based on Geismar’s book Invisible Years. Launched in 2023, the immersive curriculum centers around survivor narratives and connects Holocaust history to contemporary human rights issues.
This recognition highlights Sousa’s leadership in meaningful, student-centered learning. Congrats Colleen!
District Data Dashboard – Now Live!
We’re excited to share a new resource with you! As part of our commitment to providing a high-quality education and making thoughtful, data-informed decisions, Fairfield Public Schools has launched a new district data dashboard, now available on our website.
The dashboard gives families and community members an easy way to explore information about enrollment, attendance, graduation rates, AP courses, and more across all school levels. This information reflects districtwide data and does not include individual student information. Please note: If the student count is fewer than 20, the data is suppressed to protect student confidentiality.
We invite you to take a look and learn more about our schools: https://fpsct.net/district-data
Easier Access to Board of Education Policies
We’re excited to announce that the FPS Board of Education Policy page has a fresh, improved look with enhanced search functionality! In addition to browsing policies by section, you can now search by topic, keyword, or policy code to quickly find the information you need. Check out the updated page and see how easy it is to navigate: FPS Board of Education Policies.
The Fairfield CARES Youth Committee is a dynamic group within the CARES Coalition that empowers students to lead meaningful change in their community. With the support of advisors, members identify issues that matter most to young people and take on clear leadership roles.
The committee leads public awareness initiatives, develops youth volunteer programs, supports social change campaigns, provides input on Coalition efforts, and represents Fairfield CARES at community events.
Facebook Page Spotlight: Enrichment Opportunities
We’re excited to share the launch of a new Facebook page dedicated to enrichment opportunities! This page brings together a wide range of ways for students to explore and grow their individual passions and unique talents, from writing and playwriting, to art competitions, podcasting, and coding challenges. Families are encouraged to follow along to discover creative, academic, and enrichment opportunities that inspire curiosity, innovation, and deeper learning.
Registration Office: New Address Reminder
A friendly reminder that the district requires families to notify the Registration Office at 203-255-8242 when there has been an address change.
Visit our website for more information.
Congratulations to FLHS Art student Wesley Bowen for representing FPS in the UMass Dartmouth Emerging Young Artist Competition! Her stained-glass 3D piece, Birds, was selected for the virtual exhibition, one of just 100 chosen from 550 submissions.
Hands-Only CPR Challenge
The Fairfield Health Department invites our community to join a Hands-Only CPR Challenge to help keep Fairfield safe. Students and families are encouraged to spend just 1–2 minutes watching a short CPR training video (available in English, Spanish, and Mandarin) and complete a brief two-question anonymous survey afterward.
To participate: click the link or scan the QR code, watch the video, and complete the survey. Consider sharing this lifesaving opportunity with family and friends!
Mill Hill & Ludlowe Students Shine in Frozen Kids
Mill Hill Elementary and Fairfield Ludlowe High School students teamed up for a sold-out performance of Frozen Kids at the FLHS auditorium.
Presented by the Mill Hill PTA and produced by Ludlowe’s student-led Playmakers club, the show featured 48 Mill Hill performers supported by more than 20 high school students serving as directors, choreographers, musicians, designers, and crew.
The production showcased mentorship, teamwork, and a shared love of theater across Fairfield Public Schools.
Burr Kindergarten students ran a pizza shop as part of a school-wide purposeful play activity, taking orders and delivering pizzas to staff. After 30 minutes, if a pizza wasn't delivered, it was free of charge!
Dwight School celebrated Global School Play Day, giving students screen-free, unstructured playtime to spark creativity, problem-solving, and social connections.
Stratfield kindergarteners explored air travel through a play-based project. They designed airplanes and role-played baggage check, security, and food services, with a parent pilot visiting to share real-world insights.
Congratulations to Fairfield alumni and Olympic silver medalist in Big Air skiing, Mac Forehand! A proud former student of Mill Hill and Roger Ludlowe Middle School, Mac is representing our community on the world stage. We are so proud to have him in the Olympics!
Early Childhood Center (ECC) registration for the 2026-27 school year is now open! ECC offers a full day Pre-K program for 4-year-old children at Warde, Stratfield and Holland Hill. Half day options are also available for 3’s and 4’s. Visit the Registration Page on the FPS Website for more information.
We’re excited to welcome our newest learners to Fairfield Public Schools! Kindergarten registration for the 2026–2027 school year is now OPEN.
