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More photos of our guest readers for Read Across America Week! Here are SCSU cheerleaders and WHHS Life Skills students reading to our kindergartners!
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To celebrate Read Across America Week, Seth Haley Elementary held Spirit Week. For 2nd graders, yesterday’s theme was “Oh, the Places You’ll Go When You Read” and students dressed up as what they would like to be when they grow up!
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Are you looking to earn your Master's and Teacher Certification in just over a year? We are excited to partner with Quinnipiac University and offer this exciting opportunity to our staff!
On March 27th, Quinnipiac will be hosting a session at West Haven High School from 1 PM - 3 PM. Staff members may drop in and attend during their work day. Please RSVP by March 22nd by emailing stefania.larry@whschools.org to secure your spot. The session is open to any staff member looking to further their education!
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In today’s Then & Now #TBT post, we feature Michele Fiorillo, a literacy teacher at Carrigan Intermediate School! https://bit.ly/439mi7v
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West Haven Families who DO NOT have a Parent Portal Account yet, please see the flyer below! / Familias de West Haven que aún NO tienen una cuenta en el Portal para padres, ¡consulte el folleto a continuación!
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REMINDER | Next week, we have Parent Visiting Nights from Monday through Thursday. Here is the schedule > March 4: Bailey (half-day session); March 5: WHHS (half-day session); March 6: All Elementary Schools (half-day session); March 7: Carrigan (half-day session).
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The newest issue of the West Haven Public Schools Newsletter is now available! Click the link to see what’s happening across the district, as well as what’s to come in March: https://5il.co/2fqya
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𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝟭𝟵𝘁𝗵 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 | Over the past 19 years, K-12 students from all over Connecticut have had the opportunity to submit their creative writing, poetry, and prose for the annual Celebration of Young Writers. This is a great opportunity for students to submit their pieces of work and compete against students from all over Connecticut. The top selects will earn an award and the opportunity to perform their piece of work. This event is completely free! Please click the link below to view the flyer and learn more about the event. Submissions can take place now until April 1st.
Link: https://bit.ly/49IUVDC
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REMINDER | There will be no school on Monday, February 19th and Tuesday, February 20th. We hope everyone enjoys their winter break!
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West Haven families! Please consider donating to Mrs. Parczany's classroom through DonorsChoose! Enter code LIFTOFF on the payment page and you'll be matched dollar for dollar (up to $50)! Click the link for more information: https://bit.ly/4bEm9Nd
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Due to expected inclement weather, all West Haven Public Schools will be closed on Tuesday, February 13, 2024. / Debido a las inclemencias del tiempo esperadas, todas las escuelas públicas de West Haven estarán cerradas el martes 13 de febrero de 2024.
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Opinion writing about "real world" events by Mrs. Osborne's 3rd grade class at Seth Haley School!
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In today’s Then & Now #TBT post, we feature Tia Carden, a literacy specialist at Savin Rock Community School! https://bit.ly/42vZ4YW
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Some of our elementary students had a chance to learn from University of New Haven lady athletes today! These student-athletes spoke to our gym classes about the sports they play and the importance of keeping fit for a healthy body as part of National Girls and Women in Sports Day!
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REMINDER | Tomorrow, February 7th, 2024 will be a half-day session for students due to Staff Development.
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Congratulations to these students at Seth Haley on their perfect attendance!!
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The University of New Haven Dental Hygiene Program will be hosting a Give Kids a Smile Event! Free preventive services will be provided for kids and adolescents, aged 3-18. Please see the flyer below for more information.
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The West Haven Prevention Council is hosting a Student Billboard Contest! Check out the flyer below for information.
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In today’s Then & Now #TBT post, we feature two teachers from Pagels, Kim Asarisi and Kimberly Savoia! https://bit.ly/3OthC6p
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The February issue of the West Haven Public Schools Newsletter is now available! Click the link to see what’s happening across the district, as well as what’s to come this month. https://5il.co/2dw33