District Goal: That all educators (relative to role) demonstrate content knowledge and evidence of culturally relevant pedagogy through the use of culturally responsive teaching practices in academic instruction, social-emotional learning (SEL), and discipline.
District Vision: Every day, every NPS student is actively being equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to become a contributing member of their community, while being highly prepared to thrive in life, and pursue their career or college aspirations upon graduation.
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Dear Parents, Guardians, Colleagues, and NPS Partners,
We have much to be proud of as the 2024-25 school year has come to a close. Our efforts toward educational equity are starting to reap results in many of our schools. SBA scores and Benchmark Assessmennts are showing some positive trends and over 86% of the Class of 2025 graduated with college credits. This will save families over $1.4 million in tuition costs! Did you know we are at the top of the state in the number college credit courses we offer at NHS?
Our staff continue to work diligently to meet the needs of our diverse population. I know you will join me in thanking them for their tireless efforts.
I hope everyone has a relaxing summer and comes back refreshed and ready to hit the ground running on August 25. Convocation will be August 27 @ 8:00 a.m..
Be Well,
Dr. B.
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Stephen Foresi is CASPA Administrator of the Year
I am thrilled to announce that Assistant Superintendent Stephen Foresi has been selected to receive the 2025 CASPA Personnel Administrator of the Year Award! He was nominated for his outstanding work and accomplishments in Human Capital Development. The Connecticut Association of School Personnel Administrators will recognize Stephen at their Awards Ceremony on Friday, May 2, 2025. We have much to be proud of in Newington Public Schools!
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Newington Teacher of the Year Antwanette Serrano
At the Elizabeth Green Celebration of Learning, we surprised Antwanette Serrano by announcing her as the 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year. Former Teachers of the Year Jen Rodriguez and Eileen Bredice, current TOY Jeff Helming, Steve Foresi, and Gerald Hairston were also in attendance.
Antwanette was chosen from a highly competitive pool of over 20 nominations. She will be celebrated throughout the 2025-2026 School Year beginning with Convocation on August 27th. Congratulations Antwanette!
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Newington Paraprofessional of the Year Geraldine Andre-Major
During the Ruth Chaffee Celebration of Learning, we surprised Geri with this announcement. Director of Human Capital Development, Talisha Foy, made the announcement and described Geri's amazing skills with our PreK students. Geri will also be honored at Convocation and will move on to the state competition. Congratulations Geri!
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"Teachers Go the Extra Mile for Their Students Every Day"
The Connecticut Education Association has just been honored with a Prestigious National Award, the Telly Award, for its public awareness campaign, Teachers Go the Extra Mile for Their Students Every Day. This recognition places the campaign alongside work from national leaders like ESPN, National Geographic, and Netflix, and it’s a powerful tribute to the heart, commitment, and professionalism of educators across our state.
This campaign was especially meaningful for Newington because it was filmed right here at Martin Kellogg Middle School, with the participation of Newington staff and parents, and the inclusion of several of our own teachers, including Antwanette Serrano, Jeff Helming, and Jen Rodriguez.
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NHS School Based Health Center Open House
A ribbon cutting ceremony for the Integrated Health Services (IHS) School Based Health Center, located at NHS, was held on Tuesday, April 29, 2025. In attendance at the open house was President and CEO of IHS Sherry Linton-Massiah, State Pepresentatives Gary Turco and Kate Farrar, Board Vice Chair Jessica Weaver, Mayor Jon Tristor, Town Manager Jonathan Altshul, and many other attendees.
The School Based Health Center is staffed with a Nurse Practitioner and a Social Worker who can provide mental and physical healthcare to students. The goal of the center is to provide care to all students, regardless of income or health care coverage. It is an incredible resource to have at Newington High School.
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Newington High School Graduation
322 seniors graduated from NHS on Tuesday, June 17, 2025. The graduation was held at the Oakdale Theatre in Wallingford. We are so proud of all of our seniors and their accomplishments. We wish you all the best of luck post-graduation!
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A Tribute to the Retirees of NPS 2025
Please click here for special tribute to retiring staff members. Together they represent 443 years of service to the Newington Public Schools. We would like to extend our special thanks to these staff members and wish them a very happy and healthy retirement.
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April's Superintendent's Outstanding Student of the Month: Congratulations to the April Outstanding Student of the Month winners from each school. Pictured from top left to bottom right: Ruth Chaffee - Shrey Upadhyay, Anna Reynolds - Amyliz Rojas, Elizabeth Green - Sebastian Rojas, NHS - Jordan Williamson, John Paterson - George Okorie, John Wallace - Nathaniel Murray, Martin Kellogg - Allison Gallinoto
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May's Superintendent's Outstanding Student of the Month: Congratulations to the May Outstanding Student of the Month winners from each school. Pictured from top left to bottom right: Anna Reynolds - Kenneth Cook, John Wallace - Jacey Hober, Elizabeth Green - Avery Savvis, Newington High School - Julia Legenfelder, John Paterson - Sophia Potvin, Ruth Chaffee - Ana Rodrigues, Martin Kellogg - Arthur Teotonio
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Annie Dickinson, 5th grade teacher at John Wallace, lost her sister, Mary Kimball. |
Convocation will be held at NHS on Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at 8:00 a.m.
The first day of school is Thursday, August 28, 2025.
Please click here to view the 2025-2026 school year calendar.
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