Weekly Message from the Superintendent

Dear Families and Staff,

John and I had an amazing time last Friday night at the Strawberry Hill Players’ performance of Macbeth!  Also in the audience were SHS Principal Matt Forker and his wife and many other SPS staff. A huge thank you to Drama Club Director and Producer Tommy Desalvo and SHS Drama Club Faculty Advisor Annie Dunn for their dedication and commitment to the performing arts at Stamford High School. The student cast and crew did an amazing job and we can’t wait to see the spring musical!  

 

Speaking of theater, tonight is opening night for the Westhill High School Northstar Playmakers’ production of 12 Angry Jurors. Showtime is 7:30 pm. Additional performances are Saturday at 2 pm and 7:30 pm and Sunday at 2 pm. All performances are in the Westhill Main Auditorium. Tickets are on sale now. I’m looking forward to seeing this show as well and hope to see many of you there to support our talented students!

Thank You, Substitutes!

Today is National Substitute Educator Day. Our substitutes help keep students on track and learning in the absence of their teachers, and we would not be able to meet the needs of our students without them! 

Please join me in thanking all of our hardworking daily, long-term, and building substitutes. Thank you for all you do!

Springdale Named Connecticut School of Distinction

Springdale Elementary School has been named a Connecticut School of Distinction for its performance during the 2023-24 school year. Springdale earned this distinction for its growth in the Next Generation Accountability System, in which schools are evaluated on factors including academics, absenteeism, and access to the arts. Congratulations to Springdale Principal Gloria Manna, Assistant Principal Kenneth (Kip) Childs and the entire Springdale staff for achieving this honor. 

Stamford Downtown Parade Spectacular

The 31st Annual Stamford Downtown Parade Spectacular is this Sunday at 12 pm. This year’s parade will feature marching bands from throughout the region including our own Westhill High School Vikings Marching Band, 15 giant character balloons, dance companies, and much, much more.

 

Stillmeadow’s Carolyn Tschinkel, the 2024-25 Teacher of the Year, will be riding on one of the parade’s four floats, entitled “Guiding Through A Magical World of Nursery Rhymes.” 

 

This is a wonderful event for the entire family. Please join us on Sunday in downtown Stamford!  

Stamford High Christmas Tree Sale begins November 29 

The Friends of Stamford High (FOSH) annual Christmas Tree sale begins Friday, November 29 at 9 am.  This is one of Stamford High’s biggest fundraisers and is run entirely by parent, student, and teacher/staff volunteers. Please stop by to select from a wide variety of evergreen wreaths and fresh-cut trees for sale.  The tree lot is open November 29 through December 1 from 9 am to 6 pm, from 5 to 8 pm on weekdays when school is in session, and from 9 am to 6 pm on weekends until everything is sold out! 

Stamford High School Holiday Shopping Fair is November 30

Stamford High School's Annual Holiday Shopping Fair is Saturday, November 30 from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm in the school gymnasium. This festive event will feature more than 70 local vendors, offering a wide variety of unique gifts perfect for everyone on your holiday list. Enjoy live holiday music, free kids' crafts, face painting, raffles, and plenty of Instagram-worthy moments. The fair will also include a food court, gift wrapping stations, and special visits from beloved holiday characters.

Admission is free, and parking is available behind the school off Hillandale Avenue. Don’t miss out on this fun-filled day of shopping and seasonal cheer to support Stamford High School.  

Stamford Kindness Project 

The City of Stamford’s Kindness Project is back for 2024! This initiative - which began last year as a partnership with Congregation Agudath Sholom - aims to inspire and unite the community through kind and selfless acts. The campaign runs through December 31. Individual community members, local organizations, and Stamford businesses are invited to participate. Please click here for more information.

 

Stay Safe & Healthy!

Dr. Tamu Lucero
Superintendent

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