This month, we are excited to celebrate the season of giving, kindness, and togetherness. December is a time for us to enjoy the festive celebrations and focus on the values that make our schools unique, compassionate, respectful, and inclusive. Whether through our seasonal activities, community service projects, or classroom celebrations, we nurture a sense of unity and gratitude within our school family.
Our students have been working hard on their academics and have taken some time to celebrate the season. We hope you enjoy the highlights we have put together in this newsletter. School celebrations are off to a great start; we encourage you to subscribe to our District Calendar to join us for these special events. These activities provide excellent opportunities for students to showcase their talents, build connections, and create lasting memories. Our Hillies have just started the Winter Sports Season; visit their website for information on practices and games. As colder weather is upon us, we would like to share information on guidelines we use for outdoor recess/weather conditions and snow cancellations. In New England, weather can be unpredictable; we hope this makes planning a little easier.
As we enter the holiday season, we encourage everyone to appreciate all we’ve accomplished and reflect on how we can continue supporting each other in the new year. If the holiday season is stressful for you or someone you know, visit our 2024 Family Holiday Resource Guide. The resources we have listed may help make the season brighter!
Wishing you all a joyful, peaceful, and well-deserved holiday season.
Important Dates
December 2, 2024
Pre-K – 8 Grades Report Cards Issued – 1st Trimester
December 5, 2024 – 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Tilton Eureka Math Caroling Squared Night
December 7, 2024 – 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
JGW Middle School Annual Holiday Craft Fair
December 9, 2024
HHS Progress Reports Issued – Term 2
December 10, 2024 – 6:00 PM
Consentino Band & Chorus Winter Concert
December 12, 2024 – 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Consentino Family Multicultural Night
December 12, 2024
HHS Parent/Teacher Conferences
December 13, 2024 – 9:30 AM
Kindergarten Families Decorate Gingerbread Men – Hunking School
December 16, 2024 – 6:00 PM
Nettle/JGW Band Winter Concert at Hunking School
December 17, 2024 – 9:30 AM – 10:15 AM
HPS District Parent Council Meeting – City Hall
December 17, 2024 – 6:00 PM
Hunking Band & Chorus Winter Concert
December 18, 2024 – 6:00 PM
Tilton Winter Concert at Hunking School
December 18, 2024 – 6:00 PM
Winter Concert at Haverhill High School
December 20, 2024
Early Release – All Students
December 23, 2024 – January 1, 2025
Winter Break – No School
January 2, 2025
Schools Re-open
Career Technical Education
Career Technical Education Healthcare Occupations Senior, Jeslid Llenas, participated in a Job Shadow Day at KidSHINE. KidSHINE is a pediatric outpatient occupational therapy clinic providing evidence based therapeutic programming. It was a great opportunity for Jeslid to explore a field of healthcare working with children. According to Jeslid, “The staff’s genuine care and the innovative, playful approach to therapy created a supportive environment where kids thrived. Witnessing their progress and the positive impact on their lives solidified my passion for this field and helped me discover my career path. It was a transformative experience, both professionally and personally.”. Thank you to the KidSHINE staff, and especially Emily DeCastro, for providing this amazing opportunity! For more information about CTE Work-Based Learning opportunities, contact Lisa Hunt at lhunt@haverhill-ps.org.
Career Technical Education
HHS was fortunate to have a visit from Neil Hentschel, Sr Software & Hardware Engineering Manager at CommScope. Mr. Hentschel spoke with the AP Computer Science class as well as the CTE Information Technology Juniors and CTE PLTW Engineering Seniors. Students heard about his background and his current position managing a remote lab for engineers from around the world. Information was shared about the various career paths that are available in this industry. While here, Mr. Hentschel had his blood pressure checked by his wife’s CTE Healthcare Occupations Juniors who are practicing for their clinical experience as they prepare for their nurse aide certification. Thank you Mr. Hentschel for sharing your time and experience with our students! For more information about CTE Work-Based Learning opportunities, contact Lisa Hunt at lhunt@haverhill-ps.org.
Tilton Elementary School
November ROAR Assembly at Tilton Elementary. Students were able to show others how to have an outstanding attitude. Students were also recognized for being outstanding citizens. Let’s Go Tigers!!!
Hillie Athletics
Congratulations to these Hillie Ladies! Kailyn Aquino, Molly Jordan, and Sophia Caruso were named to the MVC Girls Swim & Dive All-Conference First Team. #HillieProud
Hillie Athletics
Congratulations to Sophia DeFrank, Olivia Powell, and Isabella Tanguay, who were named on the Girls Swim & Dive Team! They have been named to the MVC Girls Swim & Dive All-Conference Second Team. #Hillieproud
Silver Hill Elementary
Students and staff at Silver Hill Elementary had a visit from the Mass Audubon Joppa Flats Education Center. A touch tank was the highlight of the visit. However, students learned about the natural wildlife in local ocean waters!
Middle School Grade 6-8 Family Night at HHS
At Haverhill High School, the Library and hall were filled with some of the many programs, clubs, and athletics offered at the High School. Middle School families with 6th – 8th Grade students were invited to meet with many students and faculty members to learn more about HHS. This was a follow up to all to the HHS Roadshow that toured all the middle schools this fall. A special THANK YOU to the students and staff who took time out of their busy schedules to present displays and talk about their experiences! Our favorite part was witnessing the high school students talk to the middle school students, we are proud of our Hillies!
Breakfast with Santa
Maria’s Restaurant
81-83 Essex Street
December 7, 2024
8:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Hillie Athletics
HILLIE SHOUT OUT to Kailyn Aquino!! Kailyn has been named the MVC Diver of the Year. Congratulations Kailyn!
Bradford Elementary
Students at Bradford Elementary School took some time in their music class to perform a song in honor of Veterans Day. You can find the full video here.
Bradford Elementary
Thank you, Veterans! Bradford Elementary 2nd-grade students spent time this month writing letters to veterans to thank them for their service to our country!
Hillie Athletics
CONGRATS to Haverhill Cheer! They won the 2024 Merrimack Valley Conference Division 1 Championship in Billerica! We are proud of your accomplishments!
Educator of the Year!
At HPS, we have the most AMAZING teachers who make a difference in our student’s lives! We want to congratulate these teachers who will be honored by the YMCA for Educators of the Year this evening. Joanne Baker, Maureen Simmons, Haverhill High School; Jessica Corkum, Mary Lasonde, Noula Thibeault, C.D. Hunking School; Katherine Davis, Brandon Grant, Elingrace McAloon, Gateway Academy; Oscar Mendoza, Greenleaf Academy; Cherie Rossseau, Walnut Square; Beth Sosa, A.B. Consentino; and Melissa Sands, Tilton Elementary. Thank you for being so dedicated to our schools!
Hillie Athletics
Congratulations to Kailyn Aquino! Kailyn is the MIAA State Champion for 1 meter Diving!
School Counseling Department
Hillie Athletics
Hillie SHOUT OUT to Sophia Caruso! Sophia is a two-time MIAA Sectional Champion, winning both the 100-yard free and 50-yard free at the Division 1 North Sectionals. Congratulations Sophia!!!
J.G. Whittier Middle School
JG Whittier is getting some new additions to the school! Six full-sized modular classrooms. Unlike most modular, these can be moved in the future, but they have been put on concrete piers, cement board siding, P, and a PVC skirt, giving them extraordinary stability. The units are above the ground by approximately 32 inches and spray foam insulation has been used extensively under the units and in all mating seams. Additionally, all the pipes under the building are insulated with high-intensity heat tape (wire) insulation to prevent freezing. The flooring inside the replicate carpet is washed with the same machines used on tiled floors. Each unit is individually climate-controlled for the comfort of faculty and staff. There could be between 150 and 180 students occupying the units at total capacity. Students will walk between the main building and the modular under an ADA-approved aluminum walkway. In every way, these will look, feel, and perform like traditional classrooms. The access control for the units will provide an equivalent level of security to the main building, including cameras and complete fire protection. The schedule is confirmed for a late December completion, although crews have been working hard so it could be sooner. We are excited to see the finished classrooms!
Career Technical Education
Career Technical Education Biomedical Science Freshmen, Sophomores and Juniors as well as Healthcare Occupations Freshmen were fortunate to learn about the work being done by Vinfen. Vinfen transforms the lives of those living with autism, brain injuries, mental health conditions, intellectual and developmental disabilities and behavioral health challenges. Students had a great time learning about the work they do and then experienced some of these challenges through interactive activities. Special thanks to Sydney Rives, Director of Services in the Brain Injury Division and Desiree Gallo, Nurse Manager for spending a large part of their day at HHS and to Rebecca Negreli, Internship and Career Development Manager for coordinating this opportunity for our students! For more information about CTE Work-Based Learning opportunities at Haverhill High School, contact Lisa Hunt at lhunt@haverhill-ps.org.
Drug Story Theater
The HHS Freshman class received a performance by Drug Story Theater. The treatment of one becomes the prevention of many. Addiction is not about morality; it’s about mortality. Jami Dion, Director of Guidance, Counseling, and Student Services, and Meg Arivella, Supervisor of School Counseling, had the pleasure of introducing Dr. Joe Shrand, the founder of Drug Story Theater. This was a collaborative effort with NFI in Haverhill to change the paradigm and reduce stigma. A video of the presentation has been provided to students in other languages and as a resource for Health classes for Grades 7-12.
Report Card Changes for Grades K-4
Beginning this academic year, Haverhill Public Schools will be implementing a Standards-Based Report Card for all students in grades K-4. This new report card will align with the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (MA DESE) standards, providing a clearer picture of your child’s academic performance and growth. For more information and translations, visit our website.
Massachusetts Partnership for Youth
Peace At Home Parenting Solutions specializes in empowering parents with evidence-based strategies to foster nurturing connections that safeguard their children’s mental well-being. The Parenting Solutions Library is easily accessed using the link on MPY’s home page. No log in or passcode is needed.
The HHS Drama Club and Fine Arts Department Cast and Crew of One Stoplight Town performed exceptionally this past month!
One Stoplight Town is a story about people from a town so small that you wouldn’t think twice about it. But if you pay close attention, you might see a young couple fall in love, a grumpy grocery store owner hating change, residents coming and going, and a handyman taking it all in while he fixes a broken stoplight. The first performance was for 4th Grade Students from Bradford Elementary and some residents from Hannah Duston. Students were mesmerized as the cast performed around the auditorium and included some bicyclists. The weekend after, they held three performances for the public. It was an outstanding performance enjoyed by all!
Update on MCAS Testing
We have received many calls about Question 2 on the Massachusetts Ballot. At this time, we are sharing some guidance from The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE). This will be briefly discussed at this week’s School Committee meeting. We are watching closely and will keep you posted when any new information is received. For more information, visit our website.
Career Technical Education
CTE students at Haverhill High School attended an exciting field trip to the University of Massachusetts in Lowell. Biomedical Science and Healthcare Occupations students toured the Solomont School of Nursing where they observed simulation labs and learned about the college majors available there. During a tour of the Kennedy College of Sciences they were able to visit chemistry and physics labs as well as learn about UML’s nuclear reactor. Students participated in hands-on activities in the Anatomy and Physiology lab as well as the chemistry lab and learned about U Mass Lowell’s ongoing work to assist in the development of tools used to make healthcare treatment modalities more personally and effectively targeted. Students also had the opportunity to hear about life as a UML student from HHS graduates and current UML students in a panel discussion. A huge thank you to UML staff and students for being so welcoming to HHS students! For more information about CTE Work-Based Learning opportunities, contact Lisa Hunt at lhunt@haverhill-ps.org.
Tilton Elementary School
Mrs. Paradis’ class attended a breakfast with families. This class has the best attendance for October. A massive shoutout to our kitchen staff for setting it all up!
Career Technical Education
HHS CTE Healthcare Occupations Juniors visited Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital in Bradford. Nursing staff explained the different units available for patient care and toured students through the facility, including the Transitional Care Unit where they have a pool, car and shopping spaces. Students were able to learn about the different professionals working at the facility and their job duties. Chris Olenio, Regional Administrator, and Bob Iannaco, Administrator, welcomed students and answered questions related to daily processes at the rehab facility as well as opportunities offered to workers there. This was an excellent opportunity for students to become familiar with a clinical setting prior to attending their clinical placement in the Spring. We are thankful to Whittier Health Network for all the support they provide our CTE Healthcare Occupations program and students! For more information about CTE work-based learning opportunities, contact Lisa Hunt at lhunt@haverhill-ps.org.
One World Multicultural Night
Qustodio
At Haverhill Public Schools, we’re committed to providing a learning experience that allows your child to grow and flourish with technology.
We’re happy to invite you to join us in this world of digital wellbeing by giving you FREE access to the Qustodio Parents App.
This will provide you with full visibility on how your child is using their school devices. Simply create your account to see your personalized dashboard. Visit our website for more information!
Topping Off Ceremony - A.B. Consentino
A.B. Consentino Middle School
It was a beautiful day today A.B. Consentino Middle School! Many of our Community and School Leaders came together for a Topping Out Ceremony of the New Consentino School Building. Topping out is when the last steel beam for the building is raised to signify the finishing of the structure. The beam has been decorated with logos and signed by all of the students and teachers at Consentino School and some Community Leaders. We are so excited to see the frame of the new school; before you know it, we will be cutting the ribbon, and students will fill the hallways!
Career Technical Education
HHS CTE Engineering Seniors had the opportunity to tour Magellan Aerospace. This was great exposure to the manufacturing industry, as these students learn about these concepts during their Computer Integrated Manufacturing class. Shawn Weeks, Director of Operations, provided a thorough tour of the manufacturing process, from the design phase to the quality assurance and shipping! We are so appreciative of the opportunity and felt so welcomed by the Magellan staff. For more information about CTE work-based learning opportunities, contact Lisa Hunt at lhunt@haverhill-ps.org.
Hillie Athletics
Hillie High-Five to Keira Drouin for being named to the MVC Field Hockey All-Conference First Team. Congratulations Keira!
Career Technical Education
Mrs. Johnston’s Freshmen CTE Biomedical Science students had a wonderful time with Forensic Chemistry Professor Kwok-Fan Chow from the University of Massachusetts Lowell on Tuesday. They were introduced to applied analytical chemistry and learned how to do thin layer chromatography to perform presumptive tests on narcotics in the field. Students had to solve the mystery of the unknown drug and they were very successful! We thank Dr. Kwok for an incredible visit!
Hillie Athletics
Let’s GO Hillies! Eve Barton, Makaylla Cederman, Aleigh Gonzalez and Francesca Purdy were named to the MVC Girls’ Soccer All-Conference teams. Congratulations!
Career Technical Education
HHS CTE Healthcare Occupations Sophomores started their Job Shadow experiences at Hannah Duston this month. This is an exciting new addition to the program, allowing students to get more familiar with a long term care environment prior to starting their clinical experiences during Junior year. Each student will have the opportunity to shadow in five different departments throughout the school year. We are thankful for this invaluable partnership with Whittier Health Network and especially thank Ryan Barry, Hannah Duston Administrator, and Chris Olenio, Regional Administrator. For more information about CTE Work-Based Learning opportunities, contact Lisa Hunt at lhunt@haverhill-ps.org.
Hillie Athletics
Congratulations to Lauren Downer for being named to the MVC Cross Country All-Conference First Team. We are #HillieProud!
Hillie Athletics
The Haverhill High School winter sports seasons will start one week from today! Please note – there has been a change to the tryout schedule for Boys’ Basketball – Freshman/JV tryouts will be held 2:30-4:00 PM for the first three days.
If you are interested in participating in a winter sport, please complete the entire registration process as soon as possible.
Sports being offered this winter include: Basketball, Cheer, Gymnastics, Indoor Track, Ice Hockey, Skiing, Boys’ Swim & Dive and Wrestling.
All tryout/practice schedules and registration information can be found at www.haverhillhillies.com or by following the links below:
HHS Winter Sports Information – 24-25 (Includes Tryout Schedule)
Sports Registration
ImPACT Testing
Here is the Link to take the test: www.impacttestonline.com/testing
Please enter this authorization code once you’re at the site: VNT082EDMI
Arxed Student-Athlete Online Training – Required for all student-athletes.
https://studentathlete.arxed.com/enroll/3061091?price_id=3927200
REMINDER – A copy of a valid physical must be submitted to the athletic department office prior to participation.
If you have any questions, please contact (978) 374-5732 or email athletics@haverhill-ps.org
Career Technical Education
HHS CTE Juniors in Information Technology, Computer Science & Web Development and PLTW Engineering/Manufacturing visited Worcester Polytechnic Institute. Students learned about the college, heard from a couple of our alumni who now attend WPI, and toured the campus. HHS students asked great questions and learned a lot, which will help them make those hard decisions for their future college and career path. Thank you WPI for hosting such a great visit! For more information about CTE Work-Based Learning opportunities, contact Lisa Hunt at
lhunt@haverhill-ps.org.
Hillie Athletics
Hillie High-Five to Deacon Phillippe, Jonathan Matombo, Joshua Iradukunda, and Rayan Kasbi for earning All-Conference honors in boys’ soccer. Congratulations!
Wit & Wisdom Squid Exploration
Third-grade students at Golden Hill had a special treat this week. As part of the Wit and Wisdom ELA curriculum, students have been studying about sea life. Students from Golden Hill took a field trip to Haverhill High to visit the science labs for a Squid Exploration class. Golden Hill students learned about Squid, and then high school students demonstrated a dissection of a Squid. A topic that was of most interest was cephalopod ink, which is primarily composed of melanin. This pigment gives it its dark color, along with mucus and other compounds, which the Squid uses as a defense mechanism to confuse predators when ejected into the water, essentially acting as a smoke screen. A special thank you to Jennifer Peterson, K-12 Supervisor of ELA, Grace McIntyre, Dean of Science at HHS, and Kerri Marshall, Grade 3 Teacher at Golden Hill; they combined academic learning (ELA) with hands-on learning (STEM) and created a day full of memories!
Tilton Elementary School
We hope you are enjoying the holiday with family and friends. Recently, our Tilton Tigers shared how grateful they are! Kindergarten Students held a Thanksgiving show for their families and friends. We love their beautiful turkey feathers! Happy Thanksgiving!
Haverhill High School
Haverhill educators were well represented at the National Council of the Social Studies (NCSS) conference at the Hynes Convention Center in Boston, Massachusetts. At this national conference, HHS Teacher and HPS Lead Genocide Educator Ted Kempinski was made an Honorary Consul of Memory for the Auschwitz-Birkenau State Museum after their panel presentation about the virtual visits to the site that our students have been participating in on Friday. This is the first time this honor has been bestowed on a public school educator in this country, making Ted an official representative of the site in the United States. He will work closely with the Education Director at Auschwitz to bring Auschwitz In Front of Your Eyes to more schools nationwide.
Additionally, the HHS Genocide education team made up of Meghan DeLong, District Social Studies/History Coach; John Craven, Dean of History at HHS; Ted Kempinski, Lead Genocide Education Teacher; and Amie Aloisi, World History II teacher, presented their work around Haverhill’s first-in-the-nation partnership with the Auschwitz-Birkenau Foundation to bring live, museum-educator guided, virtual tours to our 9th-grade students. The team explained how to effectively implement these tours in the classroom with NCSS conference attendees (over 5,000 in total) in hopes of using Haverhill High School’s education model to help students across the country gain access to this educational experience.
Haverhill Public Schools is so proud of the work these educators are completing for the students in our community. Thank you for showcasing this vital work at the national level!
National Council of the Social Studies (NCSS) National Conference
Haverhill Public Schools sent Student-Led Civics Projects to the National Council of the Social Studies (NCSS) national conference in Boston, Massachusetts. These projects were given commendations at the state civics showcase last May. Haverhill had three projects out of the 29 at the showcase, demonstrating the high-quality work our students are completing compared to their peers across the state. The projects that represented Haverhill were Period Poverty: The Hunking Care Box by Callie Mueller, Bella Salvato (represented the group and are pictured), Leah Paradis, and Leilana George; Social Media Effect on Teens by Sadie Campbell and Natalie Guice (both pictured) which were middle school projects from the Hunking Middle School (also pictured is Kelly Mansour their Civics teacher), and Safe Sidewalks by Nyomi Morales and Ailyn Hernandez-Rosario (not pictured) which was a project from Haverhill High School. The four students who presented their projects did a fantastic job showcasing their work to educators across the country and the world! We are so proud of the poise and confidence that Callie, Bella, Sadie, and Natalie demonstrated, and we thank them for showing off the work happening in Haverhill!
Career Technical Education
CTE Healthcare Occupations Juniors were fortunate to get an in depth look at Rivier University’s Nursing program. Dr. Judi O’Hara, Director of Undergraduate Nursing, led a discussion on the Nursing program and a Panel discussion of Sophomore, Junior and Senior Nursing students. HHS students participated in various activities in the Simulation Lab and watched a Clinical Simulation led by Rivier University students. We were also welcomed into their amazing dining hall for a delicious lunch (with dessert!). Thank you Rivier University for such a great opportunity for our students to learn about your amazing program and interact with your students. For more information about CTE Work-Based Learning opportunities at HHS, contact Lisa Hunt at lhunt@haverhill-ps.org.
Career Technical Education
CTE Freshmen in the Information Technology and Computer Science & Web Development programs were fortunate to visit Northern Essex Community College’s Haverhill campus. Students sat in on two computer science classes (programming language C led by Professor Michael Penta and Java programming led by Professor Kristen Sparrow). They learned about the college and received a tour (despite some rainy weather!) from Loreen Tirrell, Director of Recruitment and Admissions. Special thanks to Jay Termini, CIS Department Chair, for coordinating this great opportunity for our students! For more information about CTE Work-Based Learning opportunities, contact Lisa Hunt at lhunt@haverhill-ps.org.
Career Technical Education
HHS CTE Information Technology and Computer Science & Web Development Freshmen learned about the complexities of creating a lighting display synchronized to music. Larry Dysart, a member of the CTE Program Advisory Committee, explained how he programs the Halloween light display on his house. He even brought in some of the components, as well as the software that he uses to program the display. Thank you Mr. Dysart for sharing your time and talents with our students! For more information about CTE Work-Based Learning opportunities, contact Lisa Hunt at lhunt@haverhill-ps.org.
Hillies Brighten HHS
The skies may seem gloomy this time of year, but students at Haverhill High took some time to brighten our day! Thank you to Mrs. Nolan’s Science class! They took time this week to plant 100 daffodils and tulip bulbs in front of Haverhill High! We can’t wait to see their flowers in full bloom this spring!
A.B. Consentino Middle School
Consentino Middle School Girls Soccer won the 2024 Championship! We are so proud of these Chargers! Soon, they will be Hillie All-Stars! Congratulations Ladies!
Device Waiver Fee
As part of the District’s 1:1 initiative, every Haverhill Public Schools student receives a HPS-issued Chromebook. HPS offers the opportunity to protect school-issued devices for the school year by paying a Device Waiver Fee. As outlined in the HPS Student Technology Device Policy, this $20 fee will help to cover the costs of potential damage, repair, or loss for the school year for the assigned device. Click here for more information.
The City of Haverhill celebrated the 60th Annual Santa Parade on November 24, 2024! The sun was shining, and the wind was cold, but our students rallied to join the festivities! We know it is a busy time of year, but we are proud of our schools and programs who stepped up to march in this year’s parade!
A.B. Consentino Middle School
Despite a loss of power, the Student Support Team and Community Schools Coordinator, Jenniffer Cabrera provided Thanksgiving meals to more than 50 Consentino families this year! Ocasio’s True Martial Arts, the Essex County Sheriff’s Department, Haverhill DPW, local first responders, and dozens of Consentino families and staff members contributed to this year’s drive. Amazing work! They are looking forward to knocking the Christmas season out of the park. It takes a village!
Bartlett School & Assessment Center
Bartlett School & Assessment Center held its Annual Thanksgiving Feast for students and families. There were many choices of food, all tasted AMAZING! Judging from the smiles, it was a big hit!
Haverhill High School Honor Roll
Congratulations to all of our Honor Roll students! We are proud of your accomplishments. Keep up the good work!
Moody School
Students at Moody took a little break from academics and had a little fun before Thanksgiving Break! Ms Kendra’s class played pin the feathers on the Turkey. Everyone had a great time!
Haverhill High School
Did you know that every week, Haverhill High School posts a newsletter? If you want to know what is happening in Hillie Nation, check out the HHS Weekly Newsletter! You can find the most recent and older versions on their website.
Unified Basketball Team Exhibition Game
Before Thanksgiving, our Unified Sports Basketball team held an exhibition game for the HHS student body! It was an opportunity for athletes to showcase their skills, learn from one another, and create lasting bonds through teamwork and sportsmanship. The gym was decorated with balloons and fans rooting on both teams! Thank you to Mayor Melinda Barrett for speaking before the game began. Dr. Margaret Marotta, Superintendent; Michael Downs, HHS Principal; and Richard Rosa, School Committee Member. Whether you’re an athlete, a coach, or a fan, Unified Basketball is a reminder that everyone has something valuable to contribute, and together, we can achieve great things. At the end of the game, the players and fans joined together to sing “Sweet Caroline”; it was a game to remember!
Golden Hill School
Students at Golden Hill Elementary took the microphone to the playground last week to find out what everyone was thankful for! We have to say, we are not all that surprised with how grateful they were, but we are surprised at the different variations of pie that people enjoy. To view the video, click here!
J.G. Whittier Middle School
J.G. Whittier Middle School Annual Holiday Craft Fair is Saturday December 7, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. There will be over 50 crafters (including student crafters!) ready to showcase their wares. This is a fundraiser to support the 8th grade trip to Washington, DC, in the spring. Student volunteers are excited to assist at this event!
A.B. Consentino Middle School
Construction on the New Consentino School is making progress! Here are the most recent shots of the construction site, including one of the new main entrances. We spy Ms. Maldonado under that hard hat; welcome back! We hope Ms. Maldonado enjoyed seeing the progress as much as we do!
Haverhill School Committee
Haverhill School Committee Approved Meeting Schedule
Thursday, December 12, 2024
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-ps.org 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, Melinda E. Barrett, Chairperson
mayor@cityofhaverhill.com
Attorney Paul Magliocchetti, Vice Chairperson
pmagliocchetti@haverhill-ps.org
Ms. Yonnie Collins, Ward 6
yonnie.collins@haverhill-ps.org
Ms. Erica Diaz, Ward 1
erica.diaz@haverhill-ps.org
Ms. Cheryl Ferguson, Ward 3
cheryl.ferguson@haverhill-ps.org
Dr. Thomas Grannemann, Ward 7
thomas.grannemann@haverhill-ps.org
Mrs. Mikaela Lalumiere, Ward 4
mikaela.lalumiere@haverhill-ps.org
Attorney Richard Rosa, At-Large
richard.rosa@haverhill-ps.org
Ms. Maura Ryan-Ciardiello, At-Large
mryan-ciardiello@haverhill-ps.org
Dr. Jill Story, Ward 5
jill.story@haverhill-ps.org
Ms. Gail Sullivan, Ward 2
gail.sullivan@haverhill-ps.org
Mrs. Beverly McGillicuddy, Secretary
beverly.mcgillicuddy@haverhill-ps.org
