Ulysses S. Grant Program - Summer Program for Middle Schoolers Dates: June 29-July 30 The Ulysses S. Grant Foundation is an academic summer program for highly motivated middle school students who are enrolled in public and parochial schools in New Haven, CT. Students currently in grades 5-8 may apply. The program costs $75 to attend, and full scholarships are available Learn more and apply by at February 27 at https://campuspress.yale.edu/usgrant/

Yale Pathways to Arts & Humanities Summer Scholars - Summer Program for High Schoolers Dates: July 20-July 31 Pathways to Arts & Humanities Summer Scholars is a 2-week intensive summer program for high school students. Students will explore topics of their choice in 5-day workshops with Yale faculty and students, including Creative Writing of Science Fiction, Mapping New Haven, Photography, Architecture, as well as workshops in music, philosophy, dance, and more! Learn more and apply by February 24 at https://onha.yale.edu/ArtSummer26.

Details of this program: Scholars participate in an 8-week summer session that includes didactic education, hands-on training in laboratory techniques, and completing a supervised research project. Students gain experience in reviewing scientific literature, conducting research in a laboratory, writing research summaries, and presenting research findings. This is a highly competitive internship, and preference will be given to current 11th graders. To apply, students must be New Haven residents, enrolled in New Haven Public Schools, and at least 16 years old by June 29, 2026. Learn more and apply by February 25 at https://onha.yale.edu/YNSS2026. Application Due: February 25, 11:59 pm

Art students at James Hillhouse High School are inspired by different Black artists. This is just one of the paintings they are working on to celebrate Black History Month. #NHPS

Bigs reading to Littles at Martinez Sea & Sky STEM Magnet School, one story at a time. Celebrating World Read Aloud Day with connection, confidence, and a whole lot of imagination! #NHPS

Mr. McDonough's grade 8 social studies class reviewed the Life and Legacy of Ms. Rosa Parks, who was a pioneer in the civil rights movement.. Her refusal to get up from her seat on a bus launched the 1955 bus boycott In Montgomery, Alabama. Today would have been her birthday. Mauro Sheridan School is celebrating its monthly theme, Dream Big, Stand Tall. #NHPS

Hillhouse High School has officially launched its online Spiritwear Store, making it easier than ever for staff, families, students, and community members to show their Hillhouse pride!

Visit the store: http://www.jameshillhousespiritwear.com/

Sound School students who participate in the AquaScience and Environmental Justice programs served as judges for the Science and Engineering Expo at Worthington Hooker School. #NHPS

Members of the New Haven Public Schools Community,

The district is hosting a series of School Budget Talks intended to inform community members about its draft budget for next year, to answer questions and collect advice. Each event includes discussion of draft budgets for the host school and neighboring schools. All are welcome to participate.

Wednesday, February 4
6 p.m., Wilbur Cross High School auditorium, 181 Mitchell Drive

Thursday, February 5
9 a.m., Truman School library, 114 Truman Street
4:30 p.m., Nathan Hale School, 480 Townsend Avenue

Friday was a standout day for Truman School:
• 🧩 No Place for Hate: Students worked on their Identity Puzzles, turning blank pieces into a vibrant display of what makes us unique and united.
• 🏆 Monthly Awards: We celebrated our Students and Teachers of the Month! Thank you for being such amazing role models.
• 🥁 Whitney Houston Challenge: Our gym was full of rhythm as students and staff took on the drum challenge with incredible energy!
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Barnard Environmental Science & Technology School, Davis Academy for Arts & Design Innovation, Hill Regional Career High School- Health & Sciences and Business & Technology, L.W. Beecher Museum Magnet School of Arts & Sciences, and Mauro Sheridan Inter-District Magnet School of Science, Technology, and Communications
received the 2026 Magnet School of Distinction Award. #NHPS

John S. Martinez Sea & Sky STEM Magnet School received the 2026 Magnet School of Excellence Award. #NHPS

Engineering and Science University Magnet School received the 2026 Top Magnet School of Excellence Award. ESUMS is the only school to achieve this honor in our state! #NHPS

Anthony McDonald, vice president and executive director of the Shubert Theatre, visited Mauro- Sheridan School in honor of Black History Month. He read to Mrs. Puglisi's kindergarten class. Our theme this month is Dream Big, Stand Tall! #NHPS

Congratulations to the students and staff of Engineering and Science University Magnet School and Co-Operative Arts and Humanities High School! Both schools were named to the Advanced Placement Honor Roll, which recognizes schools that are driving participation and achievement in AP courses. #NHPS

Mauro Sheridan's Black History Legacy Quit Committee coordinated the creation of a beautiful quilt in honor of Black History Month. Our theme is Dream Big, Stand Tall. #NHPS

At our latest "Lunch & Learn" career exposure event, Hill Regional Career students got to learn about careers in the world of pharmacy from representatives from UCONN School of Pharmacy and CVS. They even got to practice administering vaccines!

The Off-Campus Classroom at the Hillhouse site, joined other transition programs from around the area, to celebrate the second annual Transition Dance on the SCSU campus. This event, sponsored by the East Haven Transition Academy, brought our students together to celebrate friendship, personal growth, and all the possibilities still to come.

It was a day filled with smiles, music, and meaningful moments! ✨🎶#NHPS

Thank you to our staff in the Office of Choice & Enrollment for organizing this weekend's School Choice Expo affording families an opportunity to learn about our schools as they enter the school lottery process. #NHPS

NHPS Seniors…if you meet the eligibility requirements, be sure to apply today! This scholarship can be used for college, trade or tech school. Don’t miss out!