"The SPS Week Ahead" compiles a list of some of the events taking place throughout the district as well as some important reminders.
New Elementary School Building Project Community Forum
Please join us for a Community Forum next Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 7pm at the Stoughton High Auditorium (232 Pearl St.) to learn more about the New Elementary School Building Project. This will be a great opportunity to hear the latest updates and ask any questions you may have in advance of the special Town Meeting on February 3 when Town Meeting members will be asked to approve funding the project.
Early Release Day on Thursday
This Thursday, January 16, 2025 is an early release day for the Stoughton Public Schools.
Here are the school hours for early release days:
SHS & OMS - 7:35am - 11:32am
Elementary Schools - 8:30am - 12:20pm
Preschool - 8:30am - 11:00am (No afternoon preschool session)
Lunch will still be served.
O'Donnell Middle School Winter Concerts
The OMS 7th & 8th Grade Winter Band Concert is this Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 7pm in the SHS Auditorium.
The OMS 6th Grade Winter Band Concert takes place next Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 7pm in the SHS Auditorium.
The OMS Winter Choir Concert was held last Wednesday.
School Committee Meeting on Tuesday
The Stoughton School Committee will be meeting on Tuesday, January 14, 2025 in the conference room at the SPS District Office, 31 Pierce St. The public portion of the meeting starts at 7pm. An agenda for the meeting can be found here.
ELPAC Meeting on Wednesday
There is a meeting of the ELPAC (English Learner Parent Advisory Council) this Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 6pm. The meeting is in-person at Stoughton High School, or you can join via Google Meet by clicking here.
See the flyer for more details.
Click here for a meeting agenda.
Save the Date: Stoughton High Showcase for Grade 8 Students & Families
Attention current 8th grade students and families: Please join the Stoughton High administration, department heads, and SHS student leaders on Monday, January 27, 2025 at 6:30 pm in the Stoughton High School Auditorium for the 8th Grade SHS Showcase.
This program is an introduction to all our 8th grade students and families of all SHS has to offer our students. You will hear all about SHS classes, requirements, opportunities, activities, clubs, sports, music, drama, and much more! In addition, you will receive important information about the course selection process which will begin for incoming 9th grade students in February.
Save the Date: Jones Early Childhood Center Open House for New Students
Attention families with students entering preschool: The Jones Early Childhood Center, located at 137 Walnut St., is holding an open house for new students on Wednesday, January 29, 2025. The program runs from 5:30-6:30pm. Parents, guardians, and children are welcome! Come take a tour of the school and meet the staff!
Portuguese and Haitian Creole translators will be in attendance.
Click here for more information.
Parent Workshops
The Stoughton OASIS Coalition is holding a virtual parenting workshop this Wednesday, January 15, 2025 from 6-7:30pm via Zoom. The topic for this workshop is positive parenting practices. It is geared for parents and guardians of children ages 2-10. Please note that registration is required (click here to register). A Zoom link will be provided once you register. Click here for more information.
Nominations Being Accepted for SHS Hall of Fame for Extraordinary Achievement
We are looking for our next group of hall of fame alumni! Nominations for the Stoughton High Academic Hall of Fame for Extraordinary Achievement are being accepted. Eligible nominees are graduates of Stoughton High School who have achieved notable success in his/her chosen profession either from a singular extraordinary accomplishment, career of exceptional achievement, or significant contribution to society. Please submit nominations to: Dr. Joseph Baeta, Superintendent of Schools, 31 Pierce Street, Stoughton, MA 02072. The deadline for applications is Friday, January 31, 2025. Click here for more details.
Winter Sports Season
It is another busy week for Stoughton High and O'Donnell Middle School winter sports teams. Click here for a calendar view of upcoming games. And, click here to see schedules for each team.
For updates throughout the winter sports season, be sure to follow our Stoughton High School Athletics Facebook page.
Helpful Links
Here are some helpful links to bookmark:
For updates and a look at all of the wonderful things our students are doing each day, follow our SPS Facebook and Instagram accounts.
District Newsletter
Miss last week's district newsletter? Click here to read it. The next edition will be sent to the community on Friday.