Newington High School Principal's Newsletter
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Good afternoon,
Happy Friday AND Happy Mother's Day weekend! I am so excited to join seniors attending the senior prom tonight at the Aqua Turf.
Despite the rain, I know all our students will shine!
We had a great week of celebration. NHS honored our Teachers, ParaEducators, Tutors and substitutes all week with various messages, treats and a pizza lunch - thank you STUCO. We are so grateful to our staff for ALL they do - every single day!!!
Additionally, thank you to everyone who participated in Tigno week. (Special shout out to Mrs. Miller, Ms. Batista, Mrs. Narowski, Mrs. N. Riberio, Mrs. Francolino, Mrs. Freese, Mrs. A. Sunderland, and Ms. Sperrazza for their unbelievable planning and creativity). It was a true testament of our Family of Learners: an entire spirit week - my favorite songs were played (Congrats to Peyton Pulawski for winning a gift card for knowing the artists), kindness sticky notes filled a display case, a Tigno "then and now" display case, a full parade around the building (Thank you Unified Sports and everyone who made hundreds of posters), a rap song (Thank you Ms. A. Sunderland and M. Ofori, Jr), Tigno Trivia (Congrats to Mrs. Narowski's Advisory for winning the free breakfast), a notebook filled with hundreds of positive messages (designed by Corin Tate, Shelly Engelhard, and Nicholas Winiarski), a drum line performance, a 1986 cardboard cut out of me at a prom, a gratitude wall (Thank you Kalia Truong), an office filled with balloons, and a gorgeous canvas painting made by Corin Tate (pictured left). I can not say it enough - I LOVE my job and I am so forutnate to be surrounded by amazing staff, students, and community!
Here's this week's learning: students enjoy using Punnett Squares to determine traits; students prepared a character analysis of Pecola- the main character in "The Bluest Eye", our band and orchestra students displayed their talents in two outstanding performances; and parents participate in Spanish class for students' project interviews - Thank you!
Attendance - we are now in the home stretch - last half of quarter 4. Students and families should be mindful of our attendance policy and students are expected to be in school every day!
If you would like to submit a Daily Announcement Quote, please click THIS FORM!
As always, please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions, comments, concerns, or contributions for the newsletter!
***This newsletter contains new information as well as previously shared information.***
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Family of Learners Highlighted |
Congratulations to Myranda Parker and Lucas Robson who received the 2025 CAS-CIAC Scholar-Athlete Award. Myranda and Lucas were honored Sunday night at the Aqua Turf with other students from across the state.
Way to go!!!!!
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Congratulations to Jordan Williamson (12) who was chosen as NHS' Outstanding Student of the Month. Jordan was honored by the Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Brummett, along with other district winners at the Town Hall on April 28, 2025.
Great job, Jordan!!!!!!!!!!!!
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We are so fortunate to have many talented students across the district. Last night was opening night of the Town Wide Art Show at the Newington Senior and Disabled Center. Here is a highlight video: https://youtu.be/tYh5nSuzttY
We are so proud of all the artists, art teachers, Art National Honor Society volunteers and Newington High School orchestra members for helping create a beautiful night showcasing the artistic talent in our schools!
Show hours:
Tonight, May 9: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
May 12 - 16: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
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Congratulations to the following students who were selected as NHS' May Students of the Month:
Allyson Ambrocio, Dylan Andrade, Evanie Benoy, Adrian Bielski, Emma Federowicz, Gage Howard, Aiden Ky, Gabriella Marques, Ava Tavaras, Nicholas Vega, Jason White, Olivia Zajack
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The School Counseling Department will be hosting an incoming 9th-grade orientation program on May 19th in the Newington High School Cafeteria for parents/guardians and students. Schedule for the event:
6:30 - 7:00 PM -Student Council Members will be providing tours of Newington High School. The School store will be open to purchase NHS gear for your incoming student(s)!!
7:00 - 8:00 PM - Presentation from NHS School Counselors and current students.
Topics to be covered are:
- Introduction to the school counseling department
- How the school counseling program helps support 9th-grade students
- Graduation requirements
- How school and parents can partner together to support freshmen
- Questions and Answers
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On May 21st at 7:00 PM, the School Counseling Department will be hosting a panel of College Admissions Representatives in the NHS Cafeteria to discuss applying to college, the college admissions process, and frequently asked questions. We will have college admissions counselors from Central Connecticut State University (CCSU), Springfield College, Quinnipiac University, and the University of Connecticut (UConn).
School counselors will also review what was discussed during junior individual planning meetings, where students should be in their post-secondary research, and what students should be working on over the summer months in order to be ready for senior year. A chance to ask related questions will be provided at the conclusion of the presentation.
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As we head into week two of AP Exams here is a summary of all the tips posted to the Parent/Student square group the week before AP Exams:
Tip #1: Getting prepared
Linked here is information about Fully & Hybrid AP Testing. You have also been invited via Google Calendar to your AP exam and its location.
Linked here is the exam schedule that was sent on April 8th to all students taking AP exams and their parents/guardians.
Please also check out the resources on the group page to see practice exams and more.
Tip #2: Things to complete:
1. Students need to run a system check on their school provided chromebook via the BlueBook Application to make sure it meets testing requirements (link here instructions).
2. Students need to use a school provided device for AP testing. If you never received a school provided device you can check one out in main school counseling the day before their first AP exam.
Tip #3: Important Reminder for Digital AP Exams
Remember, for digital AP Exams (fully digital and hybrid digital) on exam day, students need to sign in to Bluebook™ using their College Board student account information to access their digital AP Exam. Saving their password on their testing device won’t work.
You should locate your CollegeBoard student account information and sign in to Bluebook before exam day; to ensure you can sign in to Bluebook will help avoid delays on exam day.
Your CollegeBoard Login information should be written down on a piece of paper and brought with you to each AP TEST. Again SAVING YOUR USERNAME AND PASSWORD ON YOUR CHROMEBOOK WILL NOT WORK!!
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Tip #4: Supplies needed:
1. Photo ID Required: A valid form of identification is required (Student ID, Drivers License or a State issued photo ID, or Passport)
2. #2 Pencils
3. Black or Blue Pens
5. Your CollegeBoard Login information written down on a piece of paper, not just saved on your chromebook. Saved passwords and usernames on your chromebook WILL NOT work in BlueBook.
6. FULLY CHARGED School Provided Chromebook & Charger- don't forget to plug it in the night before your AP exam. If you do not have a school provided Chromebook you can check one out in main school counseling the night before.
Tip #5: Take a deep breath- YOU GOT THIS!!
Eat a good meal and get a good night's rest the day before your AP Exam(s) and eat a good breakfast.
Other reminders:
- If your test is scheduled for an afternoon session (12:00-4:00), please bring lunch and eat before the test
- Inform your teachers and coaches that you will be taking an AP Exam(s).
- You are expected to follow through with your academic responsibilities. You are esponsible for contacting their teachers. OFFX will be entered for attendance.
- Park in the Lucy Welles Library lot.
- Contact Mr. Korn with questions. ([email protected])
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Attention Families and Friends of the Class of 2025
Looking for an easy way to support Project Graduation? We need donations of bottled water and sports drinks for the All Night Graduation Party! Donations can be dropped off at 17 Lamplighter Lane in front of the garage. Please contact Lisa Vumback at [email protected] or call her at (860) 558-2540 with any questions.
Your continued support is appreciated!!!
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Schedules, School Calendar, Important Links
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BELL SCHEDULES: Click HERE to view all our bell schedules.
DAY CALENDAR: Click HERE to view our NHS 2024-25 Day Calendar.
REPORT CARD SCHEDULE: Click HERE to view the Report Card Schedule for our 2024-2025 school year. Please note that snow days will impact this schedule.
ANNOUNCEMENT SLIDES: Click HERE to view our announcement slides. (updated daily)
CLUB DIRECTORY: Click HERE to view our club information. (get involved!!!)
ATHLETICS: Click HERE for the Spring Sports Schedule
Upcoming schedule:
Monday, May 12: A Day
Tuesday, May 13: B Day
Wednesday, May 14: E Day
Thursday, May 15: O Day
Friday, May 16: C Day
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5/5 - 5/16: AP testing window * see Mr. Korn in Main School Counseling with any questions and info above
5/12-5/15: Mental Health Awareness week (schedule of activities coming soon)
5/19: Incoming 9th Grade Night Program 6:30 in the cafe (See info above)
5/20: Early release day (12:25 dismissal for students)
5/20: Choir concert, 7:00 pm
5/21: Scholars' Breakfast (invite only)
5/21: Sophomore & Junior College Admissions Rep Panel (info above), 7:00 pm in NHS Cafe
5/22: Themed Thursday (Floral Day) Upload pics HERE for a chance to win a free breakfast 5/23: Chris Clark celebration. Click HERE for more information 5/26: Memorial Day - Schools and Offices Closed
5/28: Athletic Awards Night
5/29: AM Awards (invite only)
5/29: Scholarship Night (Invite only)
5/30: Senior Outing at Lake Compounce. Tickets have gone on sale! The deadline to purchase a ticket is Tuesday, May 13th!. Cost: $22 and can be purchased in all lunch waves. You MUST turn in the required permission slip.
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PREVIOUSLY SHARED INFORMATION |
Administration met with Seniors on Thursday to review senior activites and graduation.
HERE is the slideshow presentation.
HERE is the request form for additional graduation tickets (anything beyond 6).
The senior outing (Lake Compounce) will take place on May 30. More information on the outing and ticket sales information are coming soon.
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Please join us for Food, Fun, & Lip Sync Battle
When: Tuesday, June 3 at 6:00 pm
Where: NHS Cafeteria
Why: To celebrate the hard work ALL students have done & to regonzie our graduating seniors!
How much: $15/students $20/all others
RSVP: by May 30th
Click HERE for more information and scan the QR Code above!!!
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Newington Public Schools embraces the public display of our school spirit as witnessed by the creative graduation announcement banners. The following guidelines must be observed out of respect for all community members.
- The banners are for High School Seniors Only
- The size of the banner may not to exceed 4’x8’
- Banners may ONLY be hung on the fences at Clem Lemire Recreation Complex on the fence facing Willard Avenue and Mill Pond Park exterior fence facing Willard Avenue.
- Oversized banners or those put up ahead of Friday, May 30, 2025 will be taken down and discarded.
Banners may be put up beginning 12:00 noon on Friday, May 30, 2025 and must be removed by 3:30 p.m. on Sunday, June 29, 2025. Please note if banners are not removed by June 29th, they will be discarded. Please help us continue this wonderful tradition by observing these guidelines. Thank you for your support.
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IHS partners with the Newington Public School District to administer School Based Health Center services at Newington High School.
The clinic is staffed by a part-time nurse practitioner and a full-time licensed social worker who work collaboratively with school administrators, staff, and families to deliver medical and on-going therapeutic behavioral health services.
All students at the school are eligible to enroll in the SBHC, and all enrolled students of the School Based Health Center have access to the following services:
The Nurse Practitioner:
Diagnose and treats illnesses and minor injuries, such as a sore throat, an ear infection
Prescribes medication
Administers immunization
Conducts examinations for school or sports
Assists students in managing chronic conditions, such as asthma and diabetes
Conducts individual and group health promotion and education
Provides limited reproductive health services
The Licensed Social Worker:
Provides counseling and mental health services
Conducts individual, group, and family therapy sessions
Performs crisis intervention
Impact of School-Based Health Center (SBHC):
Increase access to healthcare services
Improve health, wellness and educational outcomes for students
Reduce out of school time for purposes of going to healthcare appointments
Supports families’ ability to remain at work to maintain family economic security
To reach the School Based Health Center, contact:
To learn more about IHS visit, www.integratedhealthservices.org, and to enroll your student, use the QR code above to go directly to the Parent Permission Form that you can complete and submit immediately online or stop in our Nurses' Office at NHS.
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11th Grade Parents/Guardians and Students,
As you may recall, on March 27th 11th grade students were given the opportunity to take the SAT as part of our school day. The scores of this important test will be officially released by the College Board on April 17th. Students will need a College Board account. The account should be in the student’s legal name and shared with parents to avoid problems when registering for future College Board tests.
To access student scores, go to https://studentscores.collegeboard.org/viewscore and log in if your student already has an account, or create an account if this is their first time. If your student previously created an account and does not remember their User ID or password, OR, if you have more than one account and need to merge accounts, please call the College Board student helpline at 866-433-7728. High school personnel do not have access to student accounts. Some student scores will be released later for conditions that require additional attention. Students will receive an email from the College Board as their scores are released. When you access your student's score report, the first thing you will see is the total score, which is a combination of the Evidenced-Based Reading and Writing and the Math sections. College Board has partnered with Khan Academy to develop practice plans/tests that will focus on the skills that individual students need to work on.
Scores for 11th grade students that took the SATs on the make-up day (April 3rd) will be released on May 1st If you have any questions and/or concerns please reach out to your student’s school counselor.
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Extra-Curricular Activities and Athletics |
Message for students and families interested in attending Newington High School events
Important message for any non high school aged interested in attending Newington High School sporting events. Any non high school aged student must be accompanied by an adult in order to purchase a ticket and enter the facility for any future Newington Football game. Any non high school students who are not with a parent, will be required to leave the premises.
As a reminder, there are no backpacks allowed in the facility and there is a no re-entry policy.
We greatly appreciate the support of all of our fans who come to watch the games and support the student athletes who spend many hours preparing for the events and look forward to your continued support.
Club Directory
Now is a great time to plan on how to get engaged with the NHS community! Use the club directory to review the many club opportunities offered at NHS and choose what you would like to be a part of. Try something new! Click here for the directory!
DECA
With the new school year comes exciting updates to the Storm Supply, our school store located in the cafeteria. You can also shop online using our catalog and follow the link to place orders online- bit.ly/NHSstorecatalog. The store is open on Mondays and all week before a spirit day, where you can pick up the latest school spirit merchandise! This year, we're featuring new items like red, white, and blue shirts, pride merch, and Breast Cancer Awareness gear that supports bo |
School Counseling Department |
SCHOOLINKS - New College and Career Platform!
We are very excited to introduce our new college and career readiness platform, SchooLinks! All of the SchooLinks features are designed with students in mind to help them become career, college, and life ready. This new platform will replace Naviance going forward.
SchooLinks allows students to:
- Take career interest, strength, and mindset assessments to learn more about student interests and what careers might be right for them.
- Complete research on colleges, careers, and more to help families have informed conversations with student’s future goals.
- Personalized dashboard for upcoming events as well as important reminders and to-dos for students.
- Compare college costs and explore expected financial aid, scholarships, and out of pocket expenses.
- Send supplemental college application materials (i.e. Teacher Recommendations, Transcripts).
Seniors (class of 2025) were introduced to SchooLinks during junior workshops and individual planning. We will introduce students to the many features and show students their next steps as families prepare for college applications this school year.
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Seniors applying to college, what you can do now before the school year starts:
1. Submit the Parent/Guardian “NHS College & Scholarship Records Release” form through PowerSchool Parent Portal under “Forms (in the left menu).” In the PowerSchool Mobile App click More, then Forms, and then [NHS] College & Scholarship Records Release.
2.Complete your Personal Reflection on SchooLinks.
- On the SchooLinks home page, click on “To Do List” tab, on top of page, and then “Personal Reflection”
- Answer the questions completely and honestly - this is a major source of information for your counselor’s letter of recommendation
3. Update your resume (should be in Google Drive) and make sure you have shared it with your counselor. If you do not have a resume, create one using this template: https://bit.ly/NHSResume
All these steps need to be completed before the school counseling department can send out any college application supplemental materials (ex: transcripts and school counselor recommendation letter) for your student.
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We would like to introduce you to the websites at both the district and school levels. In our websites you will be able to locate the following:
School Social Media: All of our schools and the district have social media pages that are linked on their websites/homepages. On the school/district social media accounts, you will find school-specific information, events, photos, and more! We invite you to use the Facebook links/information below to find, like, and follow us on social media!
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If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact me. You can reach out via the following ways:
Proud Principal,
Terra A. Tigno
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