Spring is finally here! We hope you are enjoying the mild weather. We have had a busy month at Haverhill Public Schools. Read Across America (RAA) is a program established by the National Education Association to excite children about reading. RAA started as a day (March 2, 2023), then turned into a month (March), and now it is celebrated all year long with a book of the month! Students celebrated RAA with guest speakers who visited their classrooms throughout the month.
Our Winter Athletics has come to an end with many exciting accomplishments. Some teams did so well that they went on the post-regular season and even onto the National level. We are so proud of these Hillies; they have represented their school and community and dedicated much time to their sport and academics! Spring sports are just beginning, be sure to check out the Hillie Athletics page for sports schedules.
Many events are coming up in April, including a Health & Wellness Event, STAT GEEK in Natick, which the Newburyport Firehouse will perform on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, at 6:00 PM. It is free for students in Grades 7-12, and they are encouraged to attend.
Lastly, we have included many important dates which are coming up. We know our families are busy; this will help you plan accordingly. For more information, visit school websites or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for the most up-to-date information!
Important Dates
April 4, 2023 6:00 PM
STAT GEEK in Natick – HHS Auditorium
April 6, 2023 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Consentino Community Night
April 6, 2023 6:00 PM
Bartlett 11th Annual Spaghetti Dinner
April 7, 2023
No School – Good Friday
April 11, 2023 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Kindergarten Information Night
April 13, 2023 9:00 AM
HHS Parent Coffee Hour/School Counseling Dept.
April 13, 2023 7:00 PM
School Committee Meeting
April 17, 2023
No School – Patriot’s Day
April 18-21, 2023
No School – April Vacation
April 18 – 21, 2023
April Vacation Academies
April 27, 2023 7:00 PM
School Committee Meeting
May 2, 2023 6:00 PM
Prevention Starts with All – The Chris Herren Story
Wellness and Fine & Performing Arts Departments
Join us for STAT GEEK in Natick, performed by the Newburyport Firehouse, a powerful, true story raising awareness of disordered eating. This event is FREE and HIGHLY recommended for Students in 7th-12th Grade (an adult must accompany Students in 7th and 8th Grade).
Haverhill High School Auditorium
Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at 6:00 PM
Stat Geek Flyer 2023-Portuguese
Stat Geek Flyer 2023-Spanish
Haverhill High School
This past week, 9th and 10th Grade students at HHS attended a History presentation with a guest speaker, Dr. Jeknavorian, who discussed the Armenian genocide. Students could ask questions at the end and came away with a deeper understanding of why we study genocide.
Read Across America
In March, HPS celebrated Read Across America Month. Every year Read Across America campaign encourages students to read. Many of our schools had guest speakers who joined their classes to read books throughout March. Students had a wonderful time visiting with guests and enjoying books.
2023 - 2024 Kindergarten Registration
Kindergarten Information Nights
Do you live in Haverhill and have a child who will be five years old by August 31, 2023? Join us for a Kindergarten Information Night, and meet with HPS Departments & Teachers on what you need to prepare your child for Kindergarten! For additional information on Kindergarten Registration, visit our website.
Kindergarten Registration
Registration for 2023-2024 begins on February 1st! If your child was born between 9/1/2017 – 8/31/2018, they could start Kindergarten in the fall. Complete the forms online or book an appointment to come in person. NOTE: Students enrolled at Moody Preschool can skip re-enrolling.
Silver Hill Elementary
Silver Hill Elementary had fantastic support from the community today for Read Across America Day! Readers included; Dr. Margaret Marotta, State Representative Andy Vargas, Sandy Green, School Resource Officer Miladay Figueroa, Firefighter Sue Marden, City Councilor Tim Jordan, Jess Todd, School Committee Member Rich Rosa, and Jill Story, School Committee Candidate! Thank you all for taking time out of your day to share with students how essential reading is.
Golden Hill Elementary
Last week Golden Hill School had a guest to help students celebrate Reading Across America Day! The Golden Hill PTO treated students to an appearance from Retired NFL, New England Patriot, Author, and Literacy Crusader, Malcolm Mitchell. Malcolm read his book, The Magicians Hat, and students also enjoyed a Magic Show! It was a great way to celebrate such an important day!
HPS Vacation Academies
Our Director of Title I and Community Outreach, Dianne Connolly, recently spoke at the State Regional Meeting. The State highlighted our Vacation and Summer Academies to other communities as a model. We are fortunate to have such great community partnerships!
April Vacation Academies
2023 is our 3rd year of offering Vacation Academies during February and April breaks at our Community Partners: YMCA, YWCA, and the Boys & Girls Club. If you want information on our April Vacation Academy, visit our website.
Hunking 1st Annual Multicultural Festival
Hunking School hosted its 1st Annual Multicultural Festival this past Wednesday night. The community came together to showcase the many different cultures in our City. It was a packed house with participants and spectators. The school smelled of culinary favorites to sample, music, flags, posters, videos, fashion/clothing, displays, and performances. Oh, did we mention the food?! AMAZING! A BIG THANK YOU to EVERYONE who participated and helped make this night magnificent; you all went above and beyond! We can’t wait for next year!
Consentino Middle School
Breakfast Week Hero’s
These ladies have worked hard preparing delicious breakfast dishes at A.B. Consentino’s Breakfast Week! Students were delighted to find breakfast burrito bowls. Donna and Karen were kind enough to let Ms. Daley, School Counselor for Grades 5 and 7, guest star in the cafeteria this morning to help hand out this special treat! At HPS, we have the best Staff!
Merrimack River Watershed Council Visit
We appreciate when Community Organizations take the time to help our students learn and experience new things! This month Merrimack River Watershed Council took time to visit with 5th graders at Consentino Middle School. Students had fun and used practiced some hands-on learning.
Read Across America
On Saturday, CD Hunking School had a special delivery! Joseph Bevilacqua from the Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce, Robert Brown from the United Way and Merrimack Valley Central Labor Council, and Hannah Brown, a student at Hunking, dropped off a donation of over 100 books with Hunking Principal Tim Betty. General Dynamics donated these books to the United Way as part of Reading Across America. This collaboration was between United Way, General Dynamics, the Merrimack Valley Central Labor Council, and the Merrimack Valley Chamber of Commerce. Many of the books are STEM-related and are geared toward Grades 2-8; they will be shared among Haverhill Public Schools. We are grateful for our community partners; they work hard to ensure HPS students have the resources they need to succeed. A special thank you to Joe, Bobby, and Hannah for the delivery!
Haverhill High School
Job Fair
On Tuesday, March 14th, despite the weather, HHS students had the opportunity to attend the Annual Student Job Fair in the HHS Library. Students asked great questions and signed up for opportunities this summer. The businesses shared that they were impressed by the students, their professionalism, and the questions they asked. This annual event grows bigger and stronger every year and encourages community involvement from these outstanding businesses! This year we had the following ten companies and organizations in attendance: City Year, Continental Pools, Essex County Sheriff’s Department, High Sierra Pools, Lawrence General Hospital, Lindt, Bethany Communities, Pentucket Bank, Stoneham Staffing Group, and the YMCA. Thank you for enduring the snow to share these opportunities with our students! If you want to participate in next year’s event, don’t hesitate to contact Lisa Hunt at lhunt@haverhill-stage.materiell.net.
What’s for Lunch?
We don’t mean to brag, BUT our school lunch is better than your school lunch! On the lunch menu at HHS today was Seoul Shrimp & Tofu Tacos. The Chef behind this masterpiece is Evelyn Lample, with help from Elsa Soto and Brunilda Cruz! The variety of flavors and colors is AMAZING; we can see the love you all put into this meal, and the best part…Students loved it!
Qustodio – Student Safety, Digital Wellbeing
Are you looking for a way to monitor your child’s internet activity on their school-issued Chromebook? HPS has teamed up with Qustodio. Qustodio, a student safety and digital wellbeing platform, allows you to log in anytime, check your child’s digital activity, and control their access to screen time, website access, and more! The best part…. It’s FREE! For more information, visit our website.
Health & Wellness Department
Learning how to save lives! The Elementary & Middle School Wellness staff renewed their CPR certification during Professional Development Day.
The Wellness Department supports White Ribbon Day. The YWCA continued its collaboration with students at Gateway to instruct them about what White Ribbon Day means and how to prevent violence. Students took a pledge and participated in a discussion and an activity.
HHS B.I.P.O.C Union Presents Hillie Heritage Night 2023
The B.I.P.O.C. Union held an evening of fun, fashion, and enjoyment as they hosted “Hillie Heritage Night” on March 1st. Students showcased their diversity through a cultural show filled with dances, music, modeling, and poetry!
April Vacation Academies
2023 is our 3rd year of offering Vacation Academies during February and April breaks at our Community Partners: YMCA, YWCA, and the Boys & Girls Club.
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- Families enroll by contacting the YMCA, YWCA, or the Boys/Girls Club directly
- For more information, visit our website
HHS Monthly Parent Coffee Hour
Join our Monthly Parent Coffee Hour hosted by the School Counseling Department. This event will guide parents with:
- Student/Parent opportunities and Events
- Grade Level Expectations
- College and Career Planning
- College Applications, SAT Timelines
- Financial Aid and other Resources
April 13, 2023 @ 9:00 AM
CTE
CTE Field Trip: UMass Lowell CyberRange
Approximately 20 Juniors and Seniors from the CTE Information Technology and Computer Science & Web Development Programs were hosted by the Miner School of Computer and Information Sciences at the UMass Lowell Cyber Range. Dr. Xinwen Fu, a Cybersecurity Professor, led the event. The visit started with an overview of some cybersecurity concepts, the types of threats that were becoming more common, and the opportunities to learn about cybersecurity at the new Miner School. The lecture then demonstrated the penetration testing tools that the students would use in the hands-on lab.
- Special thanks to Dr. Fu and the UML students and staff who made this visit memorable!
CTE Freshman & Sophomores visit UMass Lowell iHub
Our CTE Freshmen and Sophomores in the Information Technology, Computer Science & Web Development Programs visited the UMass Lowell iHub in Haverhill. They toured the 3D printing lab, learned about careers in IT from the Uncommon Catalyst President and employees, heard about UMass Lowell’s campus and offerings, and participated in a hands-on Differencemaker activity that taught them about the Development Lifecycle. A huge thank you to Stephanie Guyotte and the iHub staff for planning a fantastic day for our students! If you want more information about HHS CTE programs, please email us at cte@haverhill-stage.materiell.net.
Tilton Lower Elementary School
Tilton Lower celebrated Culture and Diversity Day! Students had a great time celebrating and showcasing their cultures!
Congratulations to these iReady Superstars! These students are doing great work keeping up with their reading!
Tilton Upper Elementary School
Director of Food Services Anna Perracchio joined Mrs. Arivella’s 5th Grade Health class for a fun lesson and activity ending their unit on nutrition. They discussed food choices, explicitly naming fruits and even ones they had never seen or tried. They peddled to a delicious smoothie but didn’t have to go too far!
Hillie Athletics
Haverhill High School Winter Cheer
Congratulations to Haverhill High School Winter Cheer on bringing home 2023 the Division I North Regional Championships AND the 2023 MSAA State Championship! We are #HillieProud
Haverhill Indoor Track
New Balance National Indoor Track & Field Championship:
Sophia Riley, Brenna Corcoran, and Lauren Downer all had personal bests in the 400
Nata Vigo Catala won his heat and ran 48.10 in the 400
finishing 13th overall
Great Job, Hillies!! We are extremely Proud of your Accomplishments!!
DESE Honors HHS Students for MCAS
Select HHS Students were honored at a Pizza Party this month. These students exceeded expectations on MCAS and MCAS ALTs; they received a Certificate and a Target Gift Card from DESE (Department of Elementary and Secondary Education)! Congratulations, we are #HillieProud
Lawrence Methuen Coalition presents Drug-Free Communities
Last week, Lawrence Methuen Coalition presented its program, Drug-Free Communities. Students in grades 8, 9, & 11 attended and learned about Drug and Alcohol Prevention. Community collaborations support our students, making our community stronger!
Hillie Wrestling
Haverhill High School Varsity Wrestling had a successful season this year! They were recently recognized at the Haverhill City Council meeting for their accomplishments. This year they finished 5th in the New England Championships and had two athletes who have ranked on the National level as All-Americans. Team Captain Brent Nicolosi is now a two-time All-American who ranked 3rd this month in the NHSCA Nationals. Freshman Matthew Harrold, also an All-American, placed 5th overall in the NHSCA Nationals. We are incredibly proud of the hard work these Hillies have put in on the mats and in the classrooms!
Our Registration Department has been Busy!
Kindergarten Information Night
Our first Kindergarten Information Night! Families went to Bradford Elementary and enjoyed learning about registration information, translation service, meet your School Principal, free books, fun giveaways, delicious snacks & activities for kids from a Community Youth Group. Our next Kindergarten Information Night will be Tuesday, April 11, 2023, from 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM at Silver Hill Elementary School.
Head Start
Under the leadership of Someris Rivera, the Registration department worked collaboratively with Head Start staff and families to register incoming K students into Haverhill Public Schools. Family engagement builds authentic relationships between students, families, educators, and the community. Engagement practices take place in schools AND the community. We are stronger together!!!
HPS Wellness Committee
Presents
The Chris Herren Story – Prevention Starts with All
Our next big event! The HPS Wellness Committee is excited to bring Chris Herren to Haverhill for a free presentation to Haverhill Public Schools students and families. Chris will speak about his road to recovery. This event will be held on Tuesday, May 2nd, at Hunking School from 6-8 pm. This is a powerful story that adolescents need to hear about- a Celtics NBA player from MA who has been in long-term recovery since 2008. Chris inspires people to start the- conversation on wellness and educate themselves on the disease of addiction.
WELLNESS RESOURCES ARE AVAILABLE! RAFFLE BASKETS! TRANSPORTATION! Community organizations (NFI, Lahey Behavioral, Merrimack Valley Prevention & Substance Abuse Project, Eliot Behavioral Center, YWCA, Learn to Cope, and many others). Counselors will be available after the event for follow-up. Transportation is available; sign up on the ticket registration link/QR code. This is a free event sponsored by the City of Haverhill Youth Activities and Mental Health Fund. Please note that this presentation focuses on substance abuse.
Bartlett School & Assessment Center 11th Annual Spaghetti Dinner
April 6, 2023 @ 6:00 PM
Silver Hill Elementary School
675 Washington Street
Haverhill, MA
HAVERHILL SCHOOL COMMITTEE
Haverhill School Committee Approved Meeting Schedule:
Thursday, April 13, 2023
Thursday, April 27, 2023
Thursday, May 11, 2023
Thursday, May 25, 2023
Regular meetings of the School Committee are held at 7:00 p.m. on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month in the Theodore A. Pelosi, Jr. Council Chambers, 4 Summer Street in Haverhill. Citizens of Haverhill who wish to submit items for a meeting agenda, should email the agenda item to the School Committee Office, Attn: Beverly McGillicuddy, Secretary to the Haverhill School Committee beverly.mcgillicuddy@haverhill-stage.materiell.net with a copy to both the Superintendent of Schools and the Mayor no later than the seven (7) days prior to a Committee meeting is held.
For additional information please visit the School Committee Department on our website
Mayor, James J. Fiorentini, Chairperson
mayor@cityofhaverhill.com
Ms. Toni Sapienza Donais, Vice Chairperson
tdonais@haverhill-stage.materiell.net
Mr. Scott Wood, Jr.
swood@haverhill-stage.materiell.net
Attorney Paul Magliocchetti
pmagliocchetti@haverhill-stage.materiell.net
Ms. Gail Sullivan
gail.sullivan@haverhill-stage.materiell.net
Attorney Richard Rosa
richard.rosa@haverhill-stage.materiell.net
Ms. Maura Ryan-Ciardiello
mryan-ciardiello@haverhill-stage.materiell.net
