Hello Haverhill Families,

As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, I am grateful for our incredible community here in Haverhill. Our staff, community partners, elected officials, families, and students work tirelessly toward one goal: student success. This time of year allows us to reflect on the blessings surrounding us and express our appreciation for the relationships we have built together. Our collective efforts have created a supportive and nurturing environment where our students can thrive academically and emotionally.

It is hard to believe we are already well into the school year. We will have many celebrations and events over the next few weeks. We encourage you to visit your child’s school website frequently for the most up-to-date information. Our Fall sports are wrapping up with post-season achievements. Our Hillie student-athletes have been working hard, and we are proud of their accomplishments and representation of Hillie Nation! We had schools hosting Thanksgiving meals, and some of our schools and programs participated in Veterans Day events and the Annual Haverhill Santa Parade. You can see these events highlighted in the December District Newsletter.

Important dates:

November 22, 2023 – Early Release – All Students
November 23-26, 2023 – Thanksgiving Break
November 29, 2023 – Early Release – All Students
December 6, 2023 – PreK-8 Report Cards issued – 1st Trimester
December 12, 2023 – HHS Term 2 Progress Reports issued
December 13, 2023 – Early Release – All Students
December 14, 2023 – School Committee Meeting
December 14, 2023 – HHS Parent/Teacher Conferences
December 22, 2023 – Early Release – All Students
December 25, 2023 – January 1, 2024 – Winter Break
January 2, 2024 – School reopens PreK-12

I understand that the holidays can be a stressful time for some families. If you or someone you know could use some help this holiday season, please visit our website for the Family Holiday Resource Guide, which highlights some of the aforementioned positive community resources.

As you gather around the table, I hope you find time to reflect on the positive moments we’ve shared and the growth we’ve experienced together. We wish you and your families a joyful and blessed Thanksgiving.

Dr. Margaret Marotta