We celebrated our seniors with Perry Browne and Gibson schools for the senior walk-through today.
Today's Athlete Spotlight: Get to know Zack Parker and his lifelong love of baseball.
“He had me throwing a ball as soon as I could.” Zack Parker has been playing baseball for as long as he can remember thanks to his father. See Zack’s profile on Showcase Sports TV:
Thank you for helping our students learn while making a difference in our community!
Thanks to the incredible support of our students, families, staff, and community, we have officially surpassed our goal and raised over $15,000 to support student programs and field trips! 💜🌪️
But we’re not done yet! There are still a few hours left to donate and help your student’s class climb the leaderboard.
Class with the most donations wins a Pizza Party!
🍦 Grade level with the most donations wins an Ice Cream Party!
And don’t forget—the class with the most laps gets to PIE THE PRINCIPAL!
Every donation makes a difference and helps create memorable experiences for our students.
Head to http://mybooster.com and make your final donations before time runs out!
Thank you for helping make the PTSA fundraiser a huge success. Go Norwich Purple Tornado! 💜🌪️
Congratulations to our third grade and fourth grade choruses , who performed together tonight, singing in English, Zambian, and some Korean too. Also on this very full program were both of our Orff ensembles, The Perry Browne Orff Ensemble (aka 4th and 5th grade music club) and PBOIT, our Perry Browne Orff In Training (aka 3rd grade music club). We also heard piano soloists, Diynah King, Abigail Yolaçan, and Thea Spiegel, from the Perry Browne Piano Studio performing their NYSSMA solos. It was an amazing night of beautiful elementary music. Go Purple!! 💜🎵
☀️ Summer is almost here! Looking for camp options for your child?
Check out these flyers for great student opportunities—at Camp Turk, a co-ed overnight camp in Woodgate set on 1,500+ acres with its own private lake! 🌲🏕️
✨ Rookie Day –
📅 July 3, 2026 | ⏰ 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM (FREE!)
✨ Summer Camp at Camp Turk at Round Lake
💲 2-week sessions start at $1,800 (price increases after May 1)
🎓 Scholarships and discounts available
👧🧑 Open to ages 7–16
📅 2026 Session Dates:
• July 5 – July 18
• July 19 – August 1
• August 2 – August 15
🔗 Learn more: CampTurk.org
Give your child a summer full of adventure, learning, and fun!
🎓 Senior Spotlight: Emma MacLaury
Today we celebrate Emma MacLaury, a motivated and visionary member of the Class of 2026! Emma’s journey reflects determination and big dreams. From her time playing volleyball to earning recognition for perfect attendance, she has shown commitment and perseverance. After graduation, she plans to work, save, and travel the world, exploring cultures and cuisines before pursuing a degree in Culinary Arts and eventually opening her own restaurant or bakeshop. Her favorite memory highlights the kindness of the Norwich community, especially during the Spirit Week senior dance, where inclusivity and connection stood out. Emma, your ambition and vision for the future are inspiring. We are so proud of you—keep chasing your dreams! Congratulations! 🎉
Today's Program Spotlight: See how Chef Alexis Woodcock is helping shape the future of culinary arts.
“I’d love to expand this program.” Chef Alexis Woodcock has plans to grow the culinary arts classes with many plans in mind, someday even getting into competitions. See more on Showcase Arts TV:
-June 9th-10th: Regents Exams
-June 17th: Regular Board of Education meeting @ 6 pm in the District Office
-June 17th-18th: Regents Exams
-June 19th: Holiday - No School/Offices Closed
-June 22nd-25th: Regents Exams
-June 24th-25th: ½ day for students in Stanford Gibson, Perry Browne, and Norwich Middle School
-June 26th: No School/Offices Open - Unused Snow Day, and GRADUATION @ 7 pm
Finally, we celebrate Daphney Frank, a talented and driven member of the Class of 2026! Daphney has been actively involved in soccer and flag football, earning MVP honors and participating in leadership programs like RYLA, YES Leads, Youth Philanthropy, and Colgate Seminar. She will be attending Mansfield University to study Physical Therapy while continuing to play soccer—an exciting next step that combines her passions. Her favorite memories come from playing soccer and flag football, where her dedication and teamwork shined. Daphney, your leadership, athleticism, and determination have made a lasting impact. We are so proud of you!
Congratulations on an incredible journey! 🎉
Join us in celebrating Kali Wright and all she has accomplished! Kali will be attending the University of Oklahoma this fall, where she plans to major in Accounting—an exciting step toward a bright future. During her time at Norwich, Kali dedicated herself to the stage crew for both middle and high school productions all four years, serving as stage manager her junior and senior year. Her leadership and commitment behind the scenes made a lasting impact. She was also a proud member of both the Junior National Honor Society and the National Honor Society. One of Kali’s favorite memories is a fun and carefree moment during indoor track her sophomore year, running through the middle school with friends while blasting “Everybody Wants to Rule the World.” Kali, your dedication, leadership, and creativity have truly stood out. Congratulations on all your success—we are so proud of you and can’t wait to see all you accomplish next!
Our 4th annual PTSA Fun Run fundraiser is scheduled for June 11th! This is our biggest fundraiser of the year, and supports programs, activities and field trips for students in Pre K-5th Grade.
How to Register Your Child for the Fun Run on MyBooster.com
Go to MyBooster.com.
Click "Sign Up" if you are a new user, or "Login" if you already have an account.
Select "I'm a Parent/Guardian."
Create your account by entering your name, email address, and password.
Type in Norwich Schools Purple Tornado Fun Run
Enter your child's information, including their name and teacher/classroom.
Review and accept the Terms of Participation.
Click "Save and Continue" to complete registration.
Once registered, you can:
Share your child's donation page with family and friends by email, text, or social media.
Upload a photo to create a personalized student page.
Track donations and fundraising progress throughout the event.
Thank you for supporting our Fun Run fundraiser!
🎓 Senior Spotlight: Brody Palmere
Join us in celebrating Brody Palmere, an outstanding and driven member of the Class of 2026! Brody has achieved something truly impressive—graduating a year early through his advanced coursework, demonstrating dedication and determination. He will be attending Binghamton University to study Mechanical Engineering, continuing his path of academic excellence. His favorite memory includes playing badminton with friends, highlighting the importance of connection and fun along the way. Brody, your hard work and ambition have set you apart. We are incredibly proud of you! Congratulations! 🎉
Norwich Band Program Triumphs at 77th Annual Pageant of Bands!
The Norwich Band Program delivered spectacular performances at the 77th Annual Pageant of Bands over the past few days, bringing home multiple top honors, including the prestigious Best in Class (AA) trophy!
Our talented student-musicians earned three 1st place finishes across various ensembles. Check out the impressive full results below:
Wind Ensemble: 1st Place 🥇
Jazz Band: 1st Place 🥇
Drumline: 1st Place 🥇
Marching Band: 2nd Place 🥈
Colorguard: 3rd Place 🥉
Overall: Best in Class (AA) 🏆
A huge congratulations to all the dedicated members, directors, and supporters of these ensembles who put in countless hours of hard work to achieve this success. We are incredibly proud of you!!
Today's Staff Spotlight: Meet Raina Douglass and learn about her path to education.
“I started in environmental education.” Stanford Gibson educator Raina Douglass speaks about how she got started and more right here on Showcase Classroom TV:
