South Elementary School is proudly celebrating 75 years of learning, laughter, and community since opening its doors in 1950. For generations, South has been a place where students grow, families connect, and New Canaan comes together—and this milestone year will honor all of it!
Kickoff Event: Community Holiday Sing-Along
Friday, December 19th • 5:00–6:00 p.m. • Gower Road Parking Lot
We’re inviting all of our South School community—and especially South School alumni, former staff and parents—to join us for a festive evening of music, hot cocoa, cookies and memories.
Please RSVP by Friday, December 12 so we can plan accordingly:
South School 75th Anniversary Sing-A-Long RSVP or email us at Southschool75@ncps-k12.org and let us know how many will be in your party.
Share Your South School Memories!
To help tell the story of South’s 75 incredible years, we’re collecting old photos, yearbooks, memorabilia, and personal stories from alumni, former staff, and longtime families. Items will be displayed throughout the year and returned in June.
If you have photos, artifacts, or event ideas, please contact the school office at 203-594-4300 or email Southschool75@ncps-k12.org.
Here’s to 75 years of inspiring students—and many more to come!

