New Haven Public Schools

264 students from across New Haven Public Schools who have achieved proficiency in 17 different languages received the Seal of Biliteracy last evening at Wilbur Cross High School. Proficiency refers to the ability to use languages in real-world situations. The achievement is noted on students' transcripts. #NHPS

Students at Worthington Hooker school enjoyed Breakfast and a Book and History Day at Yale. #NHPS.

For the past three years, John C. Daniels has implemented the JCD Healthy Huskies BAM (Body & Mind) Challenge. Each week the participants tracked their daily steps and completed other optional challenges focused on whole body wellness. The "stepper" with the highest total each week was the weekly winner and the stepper with the highest total for the whole challenge was declared the overall winner.

This year, the JCD team decided to "step-it-up" a notch by challenging Mauro-Sheridan to a head-to-head (or step-to-step) battle of the schools. The challenge runs for four weeks, beginning on April 21 and ending on May 17. So far the schools have found creative ways to motivate their teams such as hype videos, morning walking groups, afterschool workouts at Orange Theory, and student posters with words of motivation and support displayed throughout the school. The challenge has started and the competition is fierce!

Which school will step-it-up enough to take the top spot? Only time will tell!

Sound School seniors in the finfish/shellfish program participated in their "rite of passage"--an emergency immersive suit drill! #NHPS

Fair Haven School hosted their annual World’s Fair, a multicultural celebration representing cultures from all over the world. Staff, students, families, and community members came together to learn about and celebrate different cultures. There were music, food, crafts, performances and more. Over 400 people came together to celebrate the different cultures! We are looking forward to next year’s celebration. Thank you to everyone who came! #NHPS

Big thanks to Marcia LaFemina and David Feinberg for the warm welcome today! I had a fantastic time joining our Riverside Academy students to explore the incredible opportunities at MATCH. MATCH is doing vital work in Greater New Haven, creating pathways to self-sustainable careers in manufacturing. By providing technical training, wraparound services, and mentorship, they help individuals overcome barriers and enter the workforce with confidence. It was inspiring to see our students connect with such a transformational program. Thank you, Marcia and David, for investing in our youth and our community’s future!

And the winner of the NHPS Composting Challenge is -- High School in the Community!

Retired Judge Angela Robinson visited Mauro Sheridan School in honor of our monthly theme, Staying Focused. She spoke with classes throughout the building, emphasizing proper behavior, such as listening, following directions, showing respect, and achieving academically. She reminded students in the upper grades to stay in community, as well as school! This marked the 29th year Judge Robinson has visited the school! #NHPS

Learning shouldn't look like silent rows.

At John S. Martinez Sea & Sky STEM Magnet School, our teachers gathered for another powerful professional learning session -led by our partners at Seedlings Educators Collaborative - exploring how to weave play-based and place-based learning directly into their content curriculum.

This session took teachers out into the community with Lost in New Haven, helping us see our city as a living classroom. Because when students connect their learning to real places, real people, and real experiences - it sticks.

Our teachers aren't just lesson planners. They're designers of curiosity.

Last Friday, the Mauro Sheridan Band had the incredible opportunity to work with Perry So of the New Haven Symphony Orchestra.

He spent time mentoring 8th grade trombonist Gabrielle Hilton, who will be conducting a piece in our Spring Concert (May 20). Gabrielle has been preparing through full score study, learning every part in piece, and developing her skills as a student conductor.

During the visit, Perry guided her on how to communicate with the ensemble through gesture, presence, and expression. No words

A powerful example of student leadership and musicianship in action at Mauro Sheridan.

Martinez fourth graders took learning beyond the classroom and into nature! On their trips to Common Ground High School, students explored West Rock State Park, hiking and discovering how water flows through our ecosystem all the way to Long Island Sound.

Future environmental leaders in action!

Former New Haven Fire Chief John Alston visited Mauro Sheridan School and presented on life skills! He now works with Global Youth Initiative Worldwide. Grade 6 classes learned the importance of education, values, critical thinking, leadership, proper behavior in school, and community. Mr. Alston reminded students to stay focused, reflecting our monthly theme. #NHPS

The Truman School community came together for a high-energy day of culture, rhythm, and achievement:

International Culture Celebration: Our students took us on a world tour! From Spain and China to Afghanistan and Brazil, we explored history, food, and traditions through amazing student-led presentations.

Students of the Month: Huge congratulations to our April honorees! Thank you for leading by example and showing your Tiger pride every day.

Troup School Garden Day. Preparing our outdoor classroom for our STEAM curriculum!

The friendly step showdown is on—John Daniels staff vs. MASH staff! 👟 Week 1 is done… just 3 more to go. We’re stepping it up for fun, for bragging rights, and most importantly, because our staff mental and physical health matter! 💪 #goMASH

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Dr. Kate Kinsella, a nationally recognized expert on equipping children from diverse backgrounds with the communication, reading, and writing skills to be career and college ready, spoke to NHPS literacy coaches, bilingual coaches, and ESOL teachers today.