What a day! Check out a few photos from Friday’s high school graduation ceremony, courtesy of Todd Dandelske. Congratulations again to these incredible students, and we wish you the very best as you begin this next chapter of your life! To see the full photo album, click here ➡️ https://bit.ly/3VkYCcO
It's the last day of school!! We hope everyone has a great day and an even better summer!
On Tuesday, West Haven High School had a Book Award Ceremony in which 4 seniors received a book award from a prestigious college! Congratulations to the following students: Justin Woychowski – Seyton/Yale Club of New Haven Book Award; Bedirhan Ozmen – Harvard Club of Southern CT Book Prize; Sarah Davey – Brown University Book Award; and Amna Mustafa – Smith College Club of Greater New Haven Book Award.
Carrigan hosted a Field Day for 5th graders today!
Congratulations to all our 4th graders, across the district, who celebrated their Promotion Ceremonies today! We wish you the best of luck next year in 5th grade!
Graduation Day is finally here! The West Haven High School Graduation will take place today, June 7, 2024, at 4 pm on the turf at Ken Strong Stadium. Here’s a look at the Top-10 students in the Class of 2024!
First graders at Washington enjoyed their visit from the Maritime Aquarium on Wednesday! They learned about all of the various ways different animals adapt and grow in their environments. Students also had the opportunity to examine live animals, their shells, and other various artifacts!
Congratulations to all our 4th graders at Forest Elementary School today on celebrating their Promotion Ceremony!
Congratulations to our 8th graders at Bailey Middle School who celebrated their promotion ceremonies this week! We wish you all the best in high school!
Miss Reis’ class had a luau party with different beach themed ELA and Math centers that reviewed skills they learned throughout the year!
Congratulations to all our 4th graders at Seth Haley Elementary School who celebrated their Promotion Ceremony today!
Students at Savin Rock had a lot of fun at their Field Day yesterday!
WHHS junior Kyle Walker recently won an Honorable Mention (and a $50 prize) in the annual Connecticut Foundation for Open Government (CFOG) Essay Contest! Kyle wrote about how the Constitution’s First Amendment free speech clause and the Fourteenth Amendment equal protection clause, protect all student-led clubs to meet after school, on school grounds. Congratulations Kyle!
That’s a wrap! Carrigan has concluded all their 6th-grade promotion ceremonies. Congratulations to all these students, and best of luck in middle school next year!
The June issue of the West Haven Public Schools Newsletter is now available! Click the link below 👇 to see what’s happening across the district, and some summer tips for parents!
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The Land Trust of West Haven is hosting a Scavenger Hunt this Saturday, June 8th, from 10 am - 2 pm on the boardwalk at Old Grove Park! Click the link here to learn more about the FREE event: https://bit.ly/456K2du
Savin Rock hosted a chorus concert and an art show last week! Students sang songs and created pictures about the weather. The artwork featured the northern lights. What a great job by all these talented students!
Third graders at Savin Rock went bowling today, and Mayor Dorinda Borer stopped by!
Last, but certainly not least, we would like to shine a spotlight on our Carrigan support staff!
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The Carrigan team plays a critical role in helping students acquire the resources they need to achieve success in and out of the classroom. The team also strives to enhance awareness of mental health, social-emotional development, and community resources for long-term support.
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We thank you Carrigan staff for catering to the health and well-being of our students!
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Pictured here: Pat Reed (School Psychologist), James Carrigan (Social Worker), Kara Kaczynski (School Counselor), Maura Izzo (Social Worker), Cameron Hotchkiss (Social Worker), and Jalen Hoskie (Outreach).
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Forest Elementary School enjoyed an enrichment program on Thursday with the Harlem Wizards! The professional athletes demonstrated their basketball skills and tricks and were great showmen who delivered fantastic entertainment to all. There was much excitement and energy from the students with lots of student and staff participation loaded with humor and smiles. They ended the assemblies with a positive message about the importance of education, health, and fitness.
