Principal's Message 10/3/21

Happy Fall

Happy Fall

PRINTER FRIENDLY VERSION

 Hello,

 

Feeling like the beginning of Fall.  Ready for the turning of the leaves and the full October experience.   We are also at the halfway point of the 1st quarter and a noticeable increase in academic rigor and expectation in classes.  Students are reminded and encouraged to optimize the benefits of the FLEX block.  From work completion in a quiet study, to academic support with your teacher to an enrichment opportunity there is something to benefit all of our students.  

 

Many fun and exciting things are on full display throughout our campus.  From great competition and success of our Fall Athletic Teams, displays in the Main Lobby by Peer Mentors and GSA and Skeleton sketches from Art Class, activities like International Breakfast in the Cafeteria and after school chess matches to engaging instruction in the classroom; our school is a vibrant learning community.  Please see the Daily Bulletins and our School Website to stay informed of activities and events.

 

Have a great week!

 

Save the date

Friday, 10/8: Half Day Dismissal; 12:15pm; District Professional Development

Monday, 10/11; No School; Columbus Day

Wednesday, 10/13; Picture day

 

 

Communication

We kindly ask that you utilize the following links as first resources to find the information you are seeking prior to contacting the  Main Office.

 

SHS Handbook

 

Daily Bulletin 

·  9/27/2021

·  9/28/2021

·  9/29/2021

·  9/30/2021

·  10/1/2021

 

5 Day Schedule

 

SHS School Year Calendar

 

SHS Web Page

https://www.stonehamschools.org/schools/stoneham-high-school/index   

 

FaceBook: 

 https://www.facebook.com/Stoneham-High-School-113064453732609

 

 

Seeking SHS School Council / Class of 2025 Parent / Guardian Needed

The School Council is seeking a parent representative for the Class of 2025.  If you are interested in joining the SHS School Council as the Class of 2025 Parent Representative please email Bryan Lombardi (blombardi@stonehamschools.org) for further information.

 

The SHS School Council is composed of one student and one parent of each class (2022, 2023, 2024, 2025), teacher representatives (3), one community member and the Principal.  

 

The School Council meets monthly from August to June assisting the Principal with the approval process of the Student Handbook, development of School Improvement Plan and initiatives and budget considerations and planning.  


 

Advanced Placement (AP) Testing Information / Parents

Advanced Placement May Test deadline is November 15.  A $40 late fee is applied after November 15.  

 

Further information including for those students qualifying for financial assistance can be found: AP Testing FAQ


 

Counselor’s Corner

Bentley University Financial Aid Webinar

·  Webinar on October 6th at 6:00 p.m

o    Focus on the Financial Aid Application Process

§  Hour-long webinar will cover the following topics:

·         Starting the process

·         Required information for completing the FAFSA and CSS Profile forms

·         Important deadlines to remember. This event is open to students also.  

o    To register: 

§  https://ugadmission.bentley.edu/register/FA?utm_source=slate&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=guidance&utm_content=finaid

 

·  College Fair

o    The 2021 PVMHS (Peabody Veterans Memorial HS) College Fair will be held Thursday evening, October 7th from 6:30 to 8:30 in the PVMHS Field House.

§  Representatives from Universities, Colleges, Business Schools, Nursing Schools, Vocational Schools, Armed Forces and Banking Institutions. 

·         For a complete list of representatives attending – click here.

·         Please check this link daily for updates.

o    Masks are required at all times.

 

ALL PARENTS

·  MEFA ( Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority) is offering a variety of upcoming webinars related to college planning and financing.  More information and registration here:

o    https://www.mefa.org/events

 

 

SAT / PSAT Information

·  SAT test dates at SHS

o    October 2, 2021 

§  Registration closed

o    November 6, 2021

§  Registration deadline: October 8, 2021

o    March 12, 2022

§  Registration deadline February 11, 2022

o    June 4, 2022

§  Registration deadline: May 5, 2022

 

·  PSAT

o    The PSAT will be offered at Stoneham High School on Saturday, October 16th at 7:45 a.m. for any sophomore or junior interested.

o    Registration information is as follows:

§  Cost - $32.00 check written out to SHS Activity Fund

§  Please register with Mrs Polizzi in the guidance office by Monday, September 13th.

·         *Fee waivers are available, please reach out to your counselor if you think you may qualify.*

 

 

Athletics

·  The Week in Athletics:  10/4 - 10/10

 

 

Picture Day

SHS Student Picture Day

·  10/13/21 

 

Picture Makeup Day

·  11/18/21

 

 

SEO / SPARTAN ENRICHMENT ORGANIZATION / 1ST MEETING 2021-2022

·  First SEO meeting, parents welcome, Wednesday, 10/13/2021, 7:00pm in SHS Library

·  Spartan Enrichment Organization Newsletter