From Mr. David’s Desk
Two topics this week: re-enrollment and winter weather.
Re-enrollment for current families closes January 29. Here is the contract link for Summer 2026 and the 2026-2027 School Year. Please be sure to select 2026 from the drop down menu. User names and passwords are the same as for the Torit database where you complete all of your forms.
Re-enrollment is guaranteed for SCHOOL DAY ONLY for contracts received through January 29. Summer 2026 and Extended Day spots for 2026-2027 are first-come, first-enrolled due to limited capacity compared to school day spots. If you need a summer or fall extended day spot, complete your enrollment today. Questions can be directed to admissions@toritschool.org
On to weather…. In New England, winter weather is part of life. In that spirit, Torit endeavors to remain open whenever possible. If school is open, I will not send an email or otherwise share that message. Being open is Torit’s norm. We understand your need for child care, especially for two working parent families.
If a major storm is forecast, I do not close school based on other schools’ decisions (though I do text to consult the other downtown independent school heads). Storms notoriously defy predictions, at least to a certain point. As I monitor forecasts, I take numerous factors into consideration when deciding whether or not to have school, including the ability of sufficient faculty to safely get to school to supervise the children.
In the event that a decision is made to close school, I will typically notify families no later than 8:00 PM the night before. I will send an email and list Torit on WCVB, Boston 25, and WBZ. (Who doesn’t love the anticipation of seeing their school’s name on TV?!?)
Ultimately, we want everyone to be safe. If you feel more comfortable keeping your child home, we simply ask you inform your child’s teachers.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me. Stay warm!
Kind regards,
David Liebmann
Head of School