We have had a busy month at Haverhill Public Schools. We hope you will join us for many end-of-the-year celebrations as the school year winds down. Check our website to locate your school and keep up with the most recent information on these events.
This past month, Dr. Randi Schuster from the MGH Center for Addiction and Recovery attended a School Committee meeting with a presentation on Youth Cannabis Misuse. This presentation has valuable information, and we hope you take the time to view the video and the slideshow.
HPS was invited to attend DESE’s Massachusetts Civics Project Showcase in Worcester on June 2, 2023. This past month students in 8th and 10th grades competed against each other to earn a position at the Massachusetts State Showcase. The High School presentation on “Water Filtration” and the middle school presentation on “Fixing our Bathrooms” are the winners, which go onto the state showcase.
Our Spring sports are winding down, and some teams will be moving on to compete at state tournaments; the HillieAthletics website has a current list of all the schedules. The Athletic Department has announced the Class of 2023 Athletics Hall of Fame inductees who will be honored on June 17, 2023. Seven Hillie Alumni will be inducted this year. For more information and tickets, visit our website.
Enjoy these last few weeks! Summer will be here soon.
Important Dates
June 1, 2023 – 10:30 AM
Graduation Practice & Senior BBQ
June 1, 2023 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Nettle Multicultural Night
June 1, 2023 7:00 PM
Senior Farewell
June 2, 2023 6:00 PM
Graduation – Haverhill Stadium
June 7, 2023 5:30 PM
ELA & Math Game Night/Ice Cream Social- Golden Hill
June 8, 2023 9:00 AM
Parent Coffee Hour with School Counseling Department
June 8, 2023 – 6:00 PM
Lip Sync Showcase – Silver Hill
June 8, 2023 6:00 PM
NJHS Induction Ceremony – Whittier
June 8, 2023 7:00 PM
School Committee Meeting
June 12, 2023 6:00 PM
NJHS Induction Ceremony – Consentino
June 14, 2023 6:00 PM
Math Fair – Golden Hill School
June 15, 2023 6:00 PM
JGW Sports Banquet
June 19, 2023
Juneteenth – No School
June 22, 2023 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony
5:00 PM – Consentino Middle School
5:00 PM – Nettle Middle School
6:00 PM – C.D. Hunking School
6:00 PM – J.G. Whittier Middle School
June 22, 2023 7:00 PM
School Committee Meeting
June 23, 2023
Last Day of School
Youth Cannabis Misuse Presentation by Dr. Randi Schuster
On April 27, 2023, Randi Melissa Schuster, Ph.D., The Director of School-Based Research and Program Development at Massachusetts General Hospital Center for Addiction and Recovery shared a presentation titled Youth Cannabis Misuse with the Haverhill School Committee. To view this presentation, please visit our website.
Tilton Lower Elementary School
Tigermania!!!!
The weather was perfect this past month as Tilton Lower Elementary and Tilton Upper Elementary celebrated TIGERMANIA! Students and families had a great time with games, prizes, food, and raffles!
Ms. DeAvila’s Space Project – Grade 1
At Tilton Lower, they found a random box from a donation, and students decided a plan of action was needed. They made the plan, made teams, and created a Space Car (space team inside, car team outside). This project was all organic and tied to the Space unit in Ms. DeAvila’s Grade 1 class.
Golden Hill visit from NECC Knights Men’s Basketball
Students in 3rd and 4th Grade at Golden Hill had some special visitors. The Northern Essex Community College Men’s Basketball Team stopped by to cheer on students before they started MCAS Testing. The NECC Student-Athletes encouraged them to work hard in school; because what they learn will last a lifetime! Many of the student-athletes were from the local area, including Phillip Cunningham, a former Golden Hill Eagle, while some of the athletes were international, representing Turkey, France, and Brazil! Special thank you to Coach Stratton, his team, and Dr. Paul Beaudin for taking the time out of their busy schedules! The Golden Hill Students had a great time!
The Chris Herren Project
It was a packed house at Hunking School on May 2nd. Students, families, and community members filled the gymnasium to hear Chris Herren, a former NBA Celtics player, speak about his drug addiction journey. Chris gave a raw, powerful performance while discussing his path from a young student to a college player, professional player, and now recovered addict who has been sober for 14 years. We want to thank Chris Herren for sharing his journey with us, the HPS Wellness Department, and our Community Partners for collaborating to make this event possible.
Intern of the Year
Deyanarah Gutierrez was awarded the “Intern of the Year” for her Spring Internship at HC Media! She was awarded this Certificate of Appreciation for demonstrating outstanding commitment, dedication, and service to community television. Congratulations, Deyah!
HHS – Future Educator’s
Congratulations to these Hillies! They have decided to pursue a career in education and recognized their favorite teachers at HHS. We wish them well on their journey and look forward to the possibility of them returning to Haverhill Public Schools to start their career as educators.
2023 Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees
Haverhill High School has announced the inductees for the 2023 Athletics Hall of Fame class. This spring, seven individuals will be inducted at the third HHS Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony.
The Haverhill High School Hall of Fame was established in 2017 to honor former students, coaches, and administrators who excelled in athletics while attending HHS and for their accomplishments after high school. Its purpose is to perpetuate the memory of those persons who have brought distinction, honor, and excellence to Hillie athletics and familiarize the entire community and alumni with the high school’s rich athletic history.
The inductees will be honored at a special ceremony to be held on the evening of Saturday, June 17, at Bradford Country Club. For ticket information, visit our website.
Career Technology Education (CTE)
CTE Mock Job Fair
The HHS CTE Information Technology, Computer Science & Web Development, and Healthcare Occupations programs held mock interviews for their Junior classes. This was an excellent opportunity for students to practice their interviewing skills. Before the event, students built their resumes and learned about interview skills. We were fortunate to have representatives from the CTE Program Advisory Committees join us as the interviewers, making this a very realistic experience! A huge thank you to HPS Technology, HydraCor, Lawrence General Hospital, Northern Essex Community College, and Whittier Health Network representatives.
For more information about the HHS CTE Programs or to provide work-based learning opportunities to HHS Students, please contact Lisa Hunt at lhunt@haverhill-stage.materiell.net
Internship Program
On May 9th and 10th, the HHS Internship Program held its Final Presentation Celebrations. Students shared information about their varied internship experiences. Business mentors and families were invited to attend. Thank you to the businesses and organizations who supported our students: Lawrence General Hospital, City of Haverhill Mayor’s Office, HPS Technology, HPS CTE, A&R Sawyer, MSPCA, and HC Media! A special thank you to Mayor Fiorentini for attending and talking with our students.
Haverhill High School 10th Grade Civics Project Showcase
Haverhill High School sophomores kicked off the school-based Civics Showcases on May 11th. Students were interested in school issues such as chronic absenteeism, diversifying the curriculum, adding robotics, and community issues such as animal shelters, sidewalk safety, and clean water. The students who presented represented the top projects from each class.
Best Overall Project: HHS Water Filtration – Jadriel Sanchez, Luis Escobar, and Spencer Roux
Best Issue: Safer Sidewalks – Ella Petersen
Best Research: Chronic Absenteeism – Candido Rodriguez and Janelle Sousa
Best Action: Animal Shelters – Mckenna Heusser
Best Reflection: Better Education – Iyanna Genty and Chelsea Taabi
Honorable Mention: Veterans Outreach – Monica Castro-Rocha and Janine Alcivar
Congratulations to all who presented, and thank you to the HHS History Department and our judges for being part of this wonderful event!
Consentino Middle School Civics Project Showcase
Friday, May 19th, 8th-grade students at the Consentino Middle School showcased their civics projects to judges. Though all students did a great job, five projects were selected to represent Consentino at the City Showcase. We also had a very special judge, Massachusetts Senator Pavel Payano, at this showcase!
Congratulations to the winning projects:
“The Sidewalk Objective” by Joey Parisi
“Free Therapy” by Mary Ong, Trang Nguyen, Shaelagh Garcia, and Alexia Richardson
“Pink Tax” by Janelise, by Luis Alicia, Andrea Melendez Marroquin, and Janelise Alvarez
“Fixing Our Bathrooms” Gabby DelGaizo, Jacob Hays, Jayden Martinez
“Better Education on Mental Health” by Natasha Dion, Ava Jane Paquette, Gabriella Bailey
Hunking School Civics Project Showcase
On May 19th, 8th-grade students at the Hunking Middle School showcased their civics projects to judges. Though all students did a great job, five projects were selected to represent Hunking at the City Showcase.
Congratulations to the winning projects:
Awareness on Sexual Harassment: Ella Fonseca and Rowan Cattanach
Religious Equality in Schools: Kaleigh Davoli and Leah Mintz
Gender Equity: George Richardson, Emma Pelletier, Malika Meskine, and Sophie Da Silveria
Pink Tax: Reece Favalora, Victoria DiNitto, and Julie Howes
Foreign Language: Gianna Burke and Aya Elkadmiri
Whittier Middle School Civics Project Showcase
On May 18th, 8th-grade students at the Whittier Middle School showcased their civics projects to judges. Though all students did great, five projects were selected to represent Whittier at the City Showcase this Wednesday.
Congratulations to the winning projects:
Sexual Abuse Awareness – Shannon Gallagher and Keira Druin
Teen Vaping/Drug Abuse – Raquildis Mercado, Valentina Geotis, and Katherine Santilla-Nunez
Impact of Social Media – Valerie Acosta
Resurgence of Jim Crow Laws in the South – Sofia Jones, Briana Gutierrez-Geraldino, Melani Ansiani, and Stacey Adanse
Lack of Affordable Access to Healthcare for Students at J. G. Whittier – Blue Group
Nettle Middle School Civics Project Showcase
On Tuesday, May 23rd, 8th-grade students at the Nettle Middle School showcased their civics projects to judges. Though all students did a great job, five projects were selected to represent Nettle at the City Showcase.
Congratulations to the winning projects:
“Gender Equity” by Soonji Charlotin and Kayley LaCava-Allen
“Recidivism” by Navaiah Smith, Leslie Gonell, and Delilah Otero
“Homework is More Harmful Than Helpful” by Eli Rogers, Yanixa Johnson
“Plastic Recycling is a Myth” by Hileric Felix- Ventura, Jizea Vargas, Kyla McKenna, and Evan Fulks
“Unaffordable Healthcare in America” by Angel Heredi-Berroa, Ohana Fuller, Malia Morris, and Yandriel Gonzalez
First Annual City-Wide Civics Project Showcase
On Wednesday, May 24th, the Haverhill Public Schools Social Studies/History Department hosted the first-ever City-Wide Civics Showcase. Of the over 300 projects district-wide, only 26 were invited to present at this event. We were fortunate enough to have some influential judges interact with our students about the issues that matter to them: Dr. Marotta, Bonnie Antkowiak, Representative Andy Vargas, Representative Ryan Hamilton, School Committee Members Scott Wood and Rich Rosa, City Councillors Tom Sullivan and John Michitson, and Deb Ibanez.
The students were so impressive with their presentations, and it was challenging for judges to select winners to send to the state showcase. This year’s winners are as follows:
High School Division:
Winners – Water Filtration: Jadriel Sanchez, Luis Escobar, and Spencer Roux (will be attending the state showcase)
First Runners-Up- Chronic Absenteeism: Janelle Sousa and Candido Rodriguez
Middle School Division:
Winners – Fixing Our Bathrooms: Gabby DelGaizo, Jacob Hays, and Jayden Martinez
First Runners-Up- Plastic Recycling is a Myth: Hileric Feliz-Ventura, Jizea Vargas, Kyla MacKenna, and Evan Fulks (will be attending the state showcase)
Thank you to all of the community members who attended the showcase and made the event a huge success, and congratulations to all of the students who showcased!
Class of 2024 - Junior Prom 2023
Haverhill High School MCAS Schedule
GRADE 9 – REQUIRED to graduate
Biology MCAS
June 6 & 7
Report by 7:45 a.m. with a CHARGED Chromebook
Summer Learning Opportunities
Summer is just around the corner! If you are a parent looking for fun educational activities for your children, check out our Summer Learning Opportunities that HPS offers students. Students have a great summer with friends while also continuing their education! Check out our website for more information on the programs offered!
Arts are Alive at HPS!
On May 18, 2023, Haverhill High School hosted an art show representing students from the entire district. Projects included photography, watercolors, charcoal, fashion design, ceramics, and more! Our students worked hard during the whole school year creating many masterpieces.
Dr. Clara Benedicto visits Haverhill High School
HPS Teachers and Leadership were able to meet and have a great discussion with Dr. Clara Benedicto this week.
Dr. Benedicto is from the Universidad Autónoma de Santo Domingo (UASD)Autonomous University of Santo Domingo) which is the public university system in the Dominican Republic with its flagship campus in the Ciudad Universitaria (lit. University City) neighborhood of Santo Domingo and with regional campuses in many cities of the Republic.
The UASD has nine faculties that cover a wide range in their curricula: Humanities, Sciences, Economic and Social Sciences, Legal and Political Sciences, Engineering and Architecture, Health Sciences, Agronomic and Veterinary Sciences, the Arts, and Educational Sciences. Planes de Estudios de Grado de la Universidad Autónoma de Santo Domingo (uasd.edu.do).
Our discussion centered around education, teaching our students from other countries, and how we can work together! What a great experience!
Haverhill High School Celebrations
HHS Academic Awards Night 2023
It is not just Seniors celebrating this week! This month, HHS held its Academic Awards Night for students in 9th – 11th Grade. These Scholars received awards for Most Improved and Outstanding Scholar! Thank you to School Committee Member Scott Wood for helping us celebrate! We are #HillieProud
Haverhill High Honors Breakfast Banquet!!
What a great day to Celebrate our 70 students who have maintained Honors throughout the year!! Great job Hillies!!
Early College Graduation 2023
Early College Recognition Ceremony was on May 11, 2023. 92 Hillies who worked hard this year in their high school classes and earning college credits at Northern Essex Community College. Special shout-out to Russell Leung, the student speaker for the ceremonies. We are Proud of this group and know they will have many more accomplishments! Congrats Hillies!
HHS Parent Coffee Hour with School Counseling Department
Join us for the last Parent Coffee hour of the school year. Thursday, June 8, 2023 at 9:00 AM.
Annual R. Elaine Croston Poetry Contest
The R. Elaine Croston Poetry Contest was held on May 26, 2023. Congratulations to our finalist!
ATTENTION: MassHealth Members
Starting April 1, 2023, MassHealth will begin the eligibility redetermination process, renewing all 2.3M members over the following 12 months. We understand that this may be difficult for members. For more information and brochure translations, visit our website:
Kindergarten Registration
Qustodio
Did you know that children spend an average of 4 hours daily on apps unrelated to schoolwork? Do you want to know how to change that? HPS has teamed up with Qustodio, a FREE student safety, digital wellbeing platform that helps you control your child’s access to the internet on their school-issued Chromebook. For more information, visit our website.
Senior Celebrations
Chapel 2023
Night of Stars 2023
Haverhill School Committee
Haverhill School Committee Approved Meeting Schedule:
Thursday, June 8, 2023
Thursday, June 22, 2023
Thursday, July 20, 2023
Thursday, August 10, 2023
Thursday, August 24, 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. Maura Ryan-Ciardiello, Vice Chairperson
mryan-ciardiello@haverhill-stage.materiell.net
Ms. Toni Sapienza Donais
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
