New Haven Public Schools

Clinton Avenue students celebrated #HispanicHeritage with costumes, flags, music, and a parade! #NHPS

Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysiewicz visited Mauro Sheridan School in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month and this month's theme, Respect . #NHPS

Worthington Hooker students explored the Energy in Action exhibit by Energize CT.

Fair Haven School hosted a learning fair for families. Families met with staff at each grade level. Families learned about what the students are learning in each subject area, including specials . Each team had materials and manipulatives to take home. There were backpacks and school supplies passed out to the families. It was a great opportunity to connect and to hear about the great learning happening across the school!

Wábi Arts FOCUS Fellowship is back & we created a new photography program, Shutterbugs for Kids Ages 8-13.

For more info about the photography programs go to www.wabi.gallery or text Kim @ 203-800-1970

All students must register online by clicking the following links:

FOCUS Fellowship Application: https://forms.gle/teuuCKsyLKH7abJz9

Shutterbug Application: https://forms.gle/fTUXzoucBppbkEJ3A

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Shutterbug Application: https://forms.gle/fTUXzoucBppbkEJ3A


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FOCUS Fellowship Application
https://forms.gle/teuuCKsyLKH7abJz9

The New Haven Health Department is offering flu vaccine clinics on the dates and at the locations shown on the attached flyer.

What a wonderful evening we shared in our cafeteria at Truman school! Families came together to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by cooking delicious traditional dishes and creating colorful trifolds filled with information about their countries.

The cafeteria was filled with flavors, stories, and pride as we learned from one another and celebrated the beauty of our diverse cultures.

A huge thank you to all the families and teachers who organized and participated in this memorable event—you made it truly special!

To celebrate Hispanic Heritage, Truman school came alive with color and joy as students and staff proudly paraded with flags and traditional clothing, honoring the rich cultures that make up our community. 🌎❤️

The celebration continued with wonderful dances performed by our K–6 students, filling the room with energy, pride, and rhythm. 💃🕺

Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make this event so special. Together, we celebrate diversity, culture, and unity! 🎉

TODAY: AFT & NHFT Present: Together We Read! A Reading Opens the World Celebration of Books

• Friday, September 26 @ 4pm-7pm
• CitySeed - 162 James Street
• Thousands of free books for students, families, and NHFT members - All are welcome!

NHPS is featured in the Global Silicon Valley K-12 Bulletin in their Spotlight on Innovation section.

"How do you move from vision to a concrete plan for AI in schools? Assistant Superintendent Keisha Redd-Hannans united teachers, administrators, and IT leaders to create a districtwide AI policy that safeguards privacy, supports teachers, and prepares students for the future. See the step-by-step plan she used to turn vision into action."

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oEd-Ufq1ghs

James Hillhouse High School students competed in a statewide Chess Association tournament and placed among their peers. #NHPS

When American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten visited @The Sound School, she was so impressed she told the story nationally.

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/IIIm1zges_A

In a meaningful celebration of Constitution Day, our students had the honor of attending the commemorative program honoring the late Reverend Richard A. G. Foster. They met and heard directly from his family, gaining valuable firsthand insight to apply to their ongoing teaching module exploring his life and legacy. A special congratulations to Attorney Karrol-Ann Brown, who received the prestigious Youth Development Award at the event. #NHPS

Mauro Sheridan Eagles are GOAL GETTERS! Our teachers run data chats with each student to set I-Ready goals! We’ve got this 💪🏽

Students at Betsy Ross Arts and Design Academy created stamps to understand patterns using negative and positive space. #NHPS

Edgewood second grade students discuss multiple meanings for vocabulary words. #NHPS

Today I was delighted to help kick off Hispanic Heritage Month at Mauro-Sheridan School and to celebrate the school's monthly theme, Great Expectations! I read to Grade 4! #NHPS

Students from Wexler Grant Academy of Exploration and Innovation engage in woodworking at MakeHaven as part of their career exploration activities. #NHPS

At last night's Board of Education meeting, Connecticut Treasurer Erick Russell congratulated New Haven Public Schools on our new partnership with Connecticut Financial Scholars, a nonprofit organization that provides curriculum, teacher training, and enrichment programming to support high-quality financial education. The partnership is funded through a grant from Webster Bank. #NHPS #FinancialLiteracy