Haverhill Public Schools

💚 Huge thank you to Girl Scout Senior/Junior Troop 63122! 💚

Nettle Middle School extends a heartfelt thank you to these amazing scouts for their incredible generosity and dedication to our community.

As part of their Bronze Award service project, Troop 63122 created summer activity bags for 26 Nettle families! Their thoughtfulness, creativity, and hard work will bring so much joy and entertainment to our students throughout the summer months. ☀️🎨⚽

Thank you for choosing to make a difference in the lives of our families and for demonstrating what true community service is all about. We are so proud of you! ⛰️✨

🇺🇸🕊️ In Honor of Juneteenth 🕊️🇺🇸

All Haverhill Public Schools and District Offices are closed today, Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth.

We join our community in reflecting on the historical significance of this day and celebrating freedom, unity, and resilience. Offices and regular summer operations will reopen on Monday. Enjoy the day! ✨

☀️🎓 SEPAC Summer School is back for its 7th year! 🎓☀️

You are invited to join these free weekly sessions running Tuesday evenings from 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM on Zoom, concluding on July 28th. Everyone is welcome, and you can attend just one or all five sessions!

This year's theme is Inclusion—exploring legal foundations, Least Restrictive Environment (LRE), and classroom models to support inclusion and foster a true sense of belonging in our SEPACs and communities. 🧩❤️

can't make a live session? The learning portion will be recorded and posted to the FCSN YouTube channel.

📅 When: Tuesdays from 7:00 - 8:00 PM (Starts July 7, 2026)
📍 Where: Zoom

💻 Register here to receive the Zoom link: https://fcsn.org/event/sepac-summer-school-2026/2026-07-07/

📧 Questions? Contact [email protected]

📚☀️ Ready for some summer reading adventures, Haverhill? ☀️📚

Haverhill Public Schools, in partnership with the Haverhill Public Library, is thrilled to launch the 2026 Summer Reading List! From preschool through high school, we’ve curated a diverse collection of fantastic books to keep minds sharp and spark imagination all summer long.

Prevent the "summer slide" and help your student find their next favorite story!

📖 Check out your student's grade-level list here: https://www.haverhill-ps.org/415927_2
🏪 Need the books? Head over to the Haverhill Public Library or check out their digital catalog to borrow copies for free!

Let’s keep the love of learning alive all break. Happy reading, Hillies! ⛰️❤️

🚀 Big news, HPS families! We’re officially leveling up our communication!

Starting this summer during our Summer Enrichment Programs, Haverhill Public Schools is fully transitioning to ParentSquare! 🟩

Don't worry—you aren't losing anything you love. You will get all the same awesome benefits, instant messaging, and features you used in the Remind app, just with a shiny new name and a single, organized place for all school updates.

Ready to get connected? See you in the square—square-one for all things HPS! ✨

🔗 Sign up here for step-by-step instructions: https://www.haverhill-ps.org/410052_2

We made it, Haverhill!

As we wrap up an incredible 2025–2026 school year, we want to share our deepest gratitude with our entire community. Your collective involvement, encouragement, and support are what help us build stronger students every single day. This summer marks a historic milestone for our district as we bid a fond farewell to the old Consentino building and celebrate the grand opening of our beautiful, brand-new Dr. Albert B. Consentino Middle School—a true testament to what we can achieve when we work together!

Learning continues over the break! Inside this final newsletter, you'll find everything you need for the months ahead—including our 2026 Summer Reading Lists and newly posted Summer Enrichment bus routes.

We hope you enjoy this edition of the Haverhill Public School District Newsletter - 2026 Summer Edition:
https://www.haverhill-ps.org/242943_3

🚲🇺🇸 Roll into America’s 250th Birthday at the Haverhill Patriotic Bike Parade! 🔴⚪🔵

Calling all families, cyclists, and decorators! Grab your bikes, trikes, scooters, or wagons and help us celebrate a historic milestone: the United States Semiquincentennial!

Deck out your wheels in your finest red, white, and blue, bring your loudest patriotic spirit, and join the community for a fun, active morning of celebration.

📅 When: Saturday, July 4, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Where: Riverside Park

Whether you are riding in the parade or cheering from the sidelines, let's make this 250th birthday one to remember. See you there, Haverhill! 👋✨

Summer Chromebook Control is in Your Hands!

As we head into the summer months, we want to make sure your child stays safe online while using their school-issued Chromebook. That is why we are inviting all parents and guardians to sign up for Qustodio!

During the summer break, you get 100% control over your child's internet time on their school device.

With Qustodio, you can easily:

Set healthy daily screen time limits
Block inappropriate websites and apps
Set a "bedtime" to turn off internet access at night
Receive summaries of your child's online activity
Keep their summer screen time balanced and safe! Check your email for your official setup invitation, or click the link below to get started.

Visit our Qustodio webpage for more information:https://www.haverhill-ps.org/68040_4

🎆 Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday with Haverhill! 🇺🇸✨

Get ready for an unforgettable night! Join us for the annual City of Haverhill Fireworks Display as we celebrate a historic milestone: the United States Semiquincentennial!

Throw on your best red, white, and blue, bring your patriotic spirit, and grab your favorite lawn chairs and blankets for a spectacular night under the stars with family and friends.

📅 When: Friday, July 3, 2026
⏰ Time: Festivities start 5:00 PM, Fireworks at 9:00 PM!
📍 Where: Riverside Park

Let’s light up the sky together, Haverhill! See you there! ❤️🤍💙

📝☀️ A Summer Message from Superintendent Dr. Margaret Marotta! ☀️📝

As the school year comes to a close, Haverhill Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Margaret Marotta has a special message for all of our Hillie families, students, and staff.

Take a moment to read her end-of-year letter, which reflects on our community's incredible achievements this year and offers warm wishes for a safe, happy, and relaxing summer break.

Thank you for an amazing school year, Haverhill! Enjoy the sunshine, recharge, and we will see you in the fall! ⛰️❤️

📖 Read the full letter here: https://www.haverhill-ps.org/index.php?pageID=smartSiteFeed&psqFeed=true&articleID=82604833