June 16, 2025

Dear SPS Community:

As most of you know, Dr. Lucero informed the Board of Education earlier today that she will not be seeking an extension to her current contract that ends on June 30, 2026. On behalf of the Board of Education, I want to thank Dr. Lucero for her tireless work on behalf of our school community over the last 12 years. We look forward to working with Dr. Lucero over the next 12 months to ensure a seamless transition to her successor.

For the last six years, Dr. Lucero has led Stamford Public Schools with vision, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to doing what is in the best interests of all students. In her 12 years in Stamford, she has led or played an integral role in nearly every major SPS initiative, including: 

• Opening of the Strawberry Hill interdistrict K-8 magnet school;

• Coordinating the district’s response to the mold crisis, which included a complete rehabilitation of Westover Magnet School and the decision to create a joint City/BOE in-house team to manage all building maintenance and upkeep;

• Partnering with the City and the State Delegation on the long-term facilities project that in the near-term will result in a new Westhill High School, a new Roxbury K-8 School, and a new two-campus K-8 school in Stamford’s Cove neighborhood;  

• The first comprehensive curriculum audit in more than 20 years, followed by a three-year initiative to rewrite the entire PreK-12 curriculum in all content areas; 

• A master staffing plan that ensures each school has the resources necessary to support students and that such resources are equitable and based on the same criteria.    

I want to make clear that it is the Board’s current intention to have Superintendent Lucero fulfill the terms of her contract. This will give the Board the time and space to focus on a thorough, comprehensive, and professional search for a new superintendent without the disruption or added expense of an interim appointment.  

The superintendent search process will begin in the next few weeks. The first step will be to create an ad hoc superintendent search committee that will be charged with identifying a professional search firm to manage the recruitment and selection process. The BOE will work with that firm to develop a timeline for the search process, which must include opportunities for all constituencies to provide input about the qualities they want to see in the next superintendent. Regular updates and information will be posted on the Board of Education website and shared during the BOE’s Labor Committee and Regular Monthly Meetings. 

This is a time of great promise and opportunity for our Stamford Public Schools. If we are to assure the continuation of meaningful progress within our schools, it will require a relentless effort by all of us to listen to one another and to clearly define and agree upon our priorities for our schools, and the leadership values we seek in the next superintendent.

It is within our grasp to ensure that every student in our care has access to opportunities for K-12 and post-secondary educational success. As we begin the search for the next superintendent, let us keep that focus in mind as we identify the best candidate to lead our district forward. 

 

Respectfully,

 

Michael Hyman
President
Stamford Board of Education

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16 de junio de 2025

Estimada comunidad de las SPS: 

Como la mayoría de ustedes saben, la Dra. Lucero informó a la Junta de Educación el día de hoy que no buscará una extensión a su contrato actual que termina el 30 de junio de 2026. En nombre de la Junta de Educación, quiero agradecer a la Dra. Lucero por su incansable trabajo en nombre de nuestra comunidad escolar durante los últimos 12 años. Esperamos con interés trabajar con la Dra. Lucero en los próximos 12 meses para asegurar una transición sin problemas a su sucesor.

Durante los últimos seis años, la Dra. Lucero ha dirigido las Escuelas Públicas de Stamford con visión, dedicación y un compromiso inquebrantable para hacer lo que está en el mejor interés de todos los estudiantes. En sus 12 años en Stamford, ha dirigido o desempeñado un papel integral en casi todas las iniciativas importantes de SPS, incluyendo: 

• La apertura de la escuela imán Strawberry Hill interdistrital K-8;

• La coordinación de la respuesta del distrito a la crisis del moho, que incluyó una rehabilitación completa de Westover Magnet School y la decisión de crear un equipo interno conjunto de la Ciudad /BOE para gestionar todo el mantenimiento de edificios y conservación;

• La asociación con la Ciudad y la Delegación Estatal en el proyecto de instalaciones a largo plazo que a corto plazo dará lugar a una nueva Escuela Secundaria Westhill, una nueva Escuela Roxbury K-8, y una nueva escuela K-8 de dos campus en el barrio Cove de Stamford; 

• La primera auditoría integral del plan de estudios en más de 20 años, seguida de una iniciativa de tres años para reescribir todo el plan de estudios PreK-12 en todas las áreas de contenido; 

• Un plan maestro de dotación de personal que garantice que cada escuela tenga los recursos necesarios para apoyar a los estudiantes y que dichos recursos sean equitativos y basados en los mismos criterios.    

Quiero dejar claro que la intención actual de la Junta es que la Superintendente Lucero cumpla los términos de su contrato. Esto le dará a la Junta el tiempo y el espacio para centrarse en una búsqueda exhaustiva, completa y profesional de un nuevo superintendente sin la interrupción o el gasto añadido de un nombramiento interino.

El proceso de búsqueda de superintendente comenzará en las próximas semanas. El primer paso será crear un comité ad hoc de búsqueda de superintendente que se encargará de identificar una empresa de búsqueda profesional para gestionar el proceso de reclutamiento y selección. El BOE trabajará con esa empresa para desarrollar un calendario para el proceso de búsqueda, que debe incluir oportunidades para que todos los distritos electorales proporcionen información sobre las cualidades que quieren ver en el próximo superintendente. La información y las actualizaciones periódicas se publicarán en el sitio web del Consejo de Educación y se compartirán durante el Comité de Trabajo y las reuniones mensuales ordinarias del Consejo.

Este es un momento de gran promesa y oportunidad para nuestras Escuelas Públicas de Stamford. Si queremos asegurar la continuación del progreso significativo dentro de nuestras escuelas, se requerirá un esfuerzo incesante de todos nosotros para escucharnos unos a otros y para definir claramente y ponerse de acuerdo sobre nuestras prioridades para nuestras escuelas, y los valores de liderazgo que buscamos en el próximo superintendente.

Está a nuestro alcance garantizar que todos los alumnos a nuestro cargo tengan acceso a oportunidades de éxito educativo K-12 y postsecundario. Al comenzar la búsqueda del próximo superintendente, mantengamos ese enfoque en mente mientras identificamos al mejor candidato para dirigir nuestro distrito hacia adelante.

 

Atentamente,

Michael Hyman
Presidente

Junta de Educación de Stamford

 

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Superintendent Lucero Will Not Seek Contract Extension 

• Intends to fulfill final year of contract ending on June 30, 2026

• Will lead PreK-12 international school beginning July 2026  

Today, Dr. Tamu Lucero informed the Stamford Board of Education (BOE) that she will not seek an extension of her current contract with the Board, which ends on June 30, 2026. Dr. Lucero also shared that she was recently recruited for, and has accepted, an offer to serve as the director and head of school at a private, PreK-12 international school in Africa effective July 1, 2026.

“Serving as Superintendent of Stamford Public Schools has been the most rewarding experience of my career,” said Lucero. “Throughout my time in Stamford, I have built strong connections across the community — visiting all 22 of our schools on a regular basis, supporting local organizations, attending hundreds of events each year, and engaging with thousands of students, staff, families, and community members. These relationships have shaped my work and given me a deep sense of belonging here in Stamford, which is why I am committed to staying with SPS through June 2026 to ensure a smooth leadership transition.”

“I have had the privilege of working alongside Dr. Lucero for 11 years as a State Representative and now as Mayor,” said Stamford Mayor, Caroline Simmons. “I have witnessed firsthand her passion for education, her deep commitment to strengthening Stamford Public Schools, and her dedication to the Stamford community. I look forward to continuing to work with Dr. Lucero over the next year on the issues that matter most to our students and families, and will provide whatever support I can to the Board of Education as they seek to find our next superintendent to build on the strong foundation she has helped create."

“During my 16 years in Hartford as a State Representative and State Senator, I have worked to address the educational opportunity gap in Connecticut to ensure all students have the resources and support they need to succeed,” said State Senator Pat Billie Miller. “Dr. Lucero shares this vision and has been a true partner to me and my colleagues in the State Delegation. She has been an integral part of the delegation's efforts to bring crucially needed funding back to Stamford for new school construction and services for students with special education needs. She has also helped advocate for important legislation, including the Science of Reading. The positive impact of her work on behalf of Stamford’s students and families will be felt long after she leaves the district.”

Dr. Lucero is an active member of the Stamford community, serving on the boards of numerous organizations including the Ferguson Library, SoundWaters, the Avon Theater, Diocesan Pastoral Council, Building One Community, Horizons at New Canaan Country School, and Children’s Learning Centers Leadership Council. She previously served on the boards of Stamford Cradle to Career and the Bartlett Arboretum. Dr. Lucero is a tri-chair of the Connecticut Association of Urban Superintendents (CAUS), a board member of Kolbe Cathedral Preparatory School, a member of the Connecticut State Department of Education Superintendent Advisory Panel, and serves on the State of Connecticut's 13-member Reading Leadership Implementation Council. Dr. Lucero is also an Adjunct Professor at both Sacred Heart University and Fairfield University.  

Dr. Lucero joined SPS in June 2013 as Assistant Superintendent, Elementary and was unanimously appointed Superintendent in April 2019. She is the longest-serving SPS Superintendent since Dr. William Papallo (1983 to 1992).  

As Superintendent, Dr. Lucero has led system-wide improvements aligned with the five pillars of the 2022–2027 Strategic Plan: (1) Strong Curriculum, (2) Student-Centered, (3) Community-Focused, (4) Culture of Inclusion, and (5) Operational Excellence.

• Launched the first comprehensive curriculum audit in over 20 years (2021–22), followed by a three-year initiative (2022–25) to design and implement gold-standard PreK–12 curricula across all content areas.
• Initiated an Instructional Leadership & Development Program to ensure all building administrators are equipped to support teachers in delivering rigorous, Tier 1 instruction to every student.
• Restructured Teaching & Learning, aligning all teams with responsibility for curriculum, instruction, and assessment — including Elementary Humanities, Elementary STEM, Secondary Humanities, Secondary STEM, Multilingual Learners, Special Education, and Summer School — under a Chief Academic Officer. 
• Strengthened district safety and security by establishing a director of security position to coordinate all safety and security initiatives, expanded School Resource Officers to the middle schools, expanded use of security personnel in all K–12 schools, and supported facilities improvements including fortified entrances and the Raptor VisitorSafe system.
• Partnered with the City of Stamford to develop a Long-Term Facilities Plan to upgrade or replace the district’s aging school buildings.
• Worked with the City of Stamford and the Stamford Delegation to secure historic construction reimbursements from the State, including 80% for the new Westhill High School and 60% for the new Roxbury K–8 and Cove-area K–8 campuses.
• Opened the SPS Welcome Center at Cloonan Middle School to support families with registration, health appointments, technology access, and community resources.
• Implemented a comprehensive Master Staffing Plan to ensure that (1) every school has the resources necessary to support students; (2) staffing in each building is based on the same criteria, including projected enrollment and contractual requirements, and (3) staffing is equitable with all schools at each level having the same types of supports  
• Implemented 1:1 devices for all students and staff, and developed a Master Technology Plan to improve systems for instructional and operational efficiency.
• Partnered with the Stamford Education Association and Stamford Administrative Unit to create a new Professional Growth, Development, and Evaluation Plan for educators.
• In response to loss of COVID-era federal grant funding and the rapidly increasing cost of special education services, student transportation, and employee benefits, worked with the Board of Education to secure the largest annual SPS operating budget increases in more than 15 years in FY25 and FY26.
• Expanded support for Multilingual Learners and Bilingual Families by adding bilingual parent facilitators districtwide; providing enhanced translation of print/online content; providing simultaneous interpretation at district wide meetings; and launching Café con la Super, a monthly Spanish-language family meeting.
• Expanded services for students with disabilities by increasing the number of in-district specialized classrooms from 30 in 2018-19 to more than 50 in 2024-25, providing opportunities for more students with moderate to severe disabilities to remain in-district. 
• Supported creation of a Career & Technical Education (CTE) Pathways Program at Stamford High School and Westhill High School, offering training in high-demand career fields, including education, advanced manufacturing, construction management, and public safety.
• Maintained a fiscally responsible central office, with annual spending on central office 50% below the state average.

The BOE is responsible for recruiting, selecting, and hiring the Superintendent of Schools. More information about that process will be available in the coming weeks.  

Click here to read Dr. Lucero's message to the school community.

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Dear SPS Community: 

Congratulations to the 1,285 students in the Stamford Public Schools Class of 2025 who received their high school diplomas this week from AITE, Stamford High School, and Westhill High School! We are so proud of each and every one of you and hope you take time to savor and enjoy this important milestone! 

A heartfelt thank you to the teachers, administrators, paraeducators, and other staff members who helped this year’s graduates during their academic journey with Stamford Public Schools. 

Click here to read more about the SPS Class of 2025. 

City of Stamford Juneteenth Celebration is June 14 

The City of Stamford will host its 5th annual Juneteenth Celebration tomorrow—Saturday, June 14—from 1 to 7 pm. This year’s theme is “Family and Community.” Events take place at the Government Center and Mill River Park as follows: 

• 1 pm: Flag Raising at the Government Center
• 1:30 pm: Parade from Government Center to Mill River Park 
• 3 pm: Celebration in Mill River Park (food, entertainment, family activities)

This event is free and open to the public!

Ferguson Library Summer Learning Club Begins June 14 

The Ferguson Library’s Summer Learning Club, Level Up at Your Library, begins tomorrow—Saturday, June 14. The Summer Learning Club features lots of incentives and fun activities to keep kids reading during the summer. Everyone can participate by earning points for reading, completing challenges, or by creating and finishing their own summer learning goals. Summer Learning Clubs are available for youth and teens. Registration opens tomorrow. Click here to learn more.  

SPS at the Stamford Downtown Farmer’s Market 

SPS will return to the Stamford Downtown Farmer’s Market beginning tomorrow—Saturday, June 14. The market is located in Veterans Memorial Park (130 Atlantic Street) and is open on Saturdays from 9 am to 2 pm through October. The farmers market offers a wide variety of locally grown fruits, vegetables and flowers, as well as breads, jams, baked goods, cheeses, oils and more! WIC & SNAP are both accepted. SPS staff will be at the Farmer’s Market from 9 am to 12 pm to answer questions and share information about our schools.  

Mobile Food Pantry Returns to Stamford on June 21 

The Filling in the Blanks Mobile Food Pantry will be in Stamford on Saturday, June 21. The Food Pantry will be set up in the Cloonan Middle School parking lot along Powell Avenue between W. North and Ivy Streets. If you or someone you know could benefit from the food pantry, please plan to attend between 8:30 and 10:30 am. 

Summer School Begins June 30 

Summer School begins on Monday, June 30. If your child is enrolled in summer school, please click here for information about this year’s program. Questions may be directed to boesummerschool@stamfordpublicschools.org. 

2025-26 School Calendar 

Today was the last day of the 2024-25 school year. Click here to download the 2025-26 school calendar including holidays, open school nights, early release days, and report card conference dates. More information about the 2025-26 school year will be shared beginning in early August. 

I hope everyone has a wonderful summer! 

 

Dr. Tamu Lucero
Superintendent of Schools

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Stamford High Celebrates Seniors at Annual Scholarship Award Breakfast

Stamford High honored their seniors at the annual Scholarship Breakfast Ceremony on June 3. This event celebrates the scholarships and awards that students have earned during their time at SHS. Over $291,300 (and still counting) was awarded to our Stamford High School students in scholarship awards. The majority of these scholarships are from within our own community. 

 

Additionally, students who earned the Seal of Biliteracy through the World Language Department were also celebrated, some of which earned the Seal in multiple languages. Congratulations to all our seniors on their hard work and commitment to applying to scholarships and/or their dedication to the Seal of Biliteracy process.

Submitted by Andrena Forlenzo-Legutko

 

AVID Publishing Party Celebrated Our Amazing First Grade Authors!

Shout out to our amazing first grade students for hosting an AVID Publishing Party and sharing their incredible book “When I Grow Up” with families! Through Student Treasures, our young authors and illustrators proudly showcased their hard work and creativity. Ms. Socci, Ms. DiNino, Mrs. Stevens, Miss Carter and Miss Lupinacci threw a VIP Red Carpet event for families to cherish and remember!

 

Throughout this project, students learned the writing process; brainstorming ideas, drafting, revising, editing, and publishing. They explored what it means to dream big, imagining their future careers, and expressing their hopes through words and art. We’re so proud of their dedication, growth, and courage to share their dreams with the world!

 

Principal Sibyl Brooks Receives AVID Achievement Award

Toquam Principal Sibyl Brooks has been honored with an AVID Global Achievement Award for her exemplary contribution to education and AVID implementation at Toquam. She will be celebrated at AVID’s 45th Anniversary Reception at AVID’s Summer Institute in Orlando next week. Way to go, Principal Brooks! Your Toquam Family is so proud of you and this amazing accomplishment! 

Submitted by Jenna Cinelli

 

Flag Day Ceremony

The Julia Stark Community had a wonderful celebration for Flag Day with a big school assembly. Many special guests attended, including members of the Knights of Columbus. The second graders sang patriotic songs that reminded everyone about the meaning and importance of the country’s flag. This event helped the students understand why the flag is important and how it brings people together. It was a fantastic way to celebrate Flag Day and learn about the values that the flag stands for. 

 

Many thanks to everyone who helped make this event special. The Knights of Columbus Veterans showed their support, and the music department, including Gregory Herrmann, Brian Ditchella, and Graham Leftwich, provided wonderful song selections interpreted by the second grade students. We appreciate the hard work of the second grade teachers: Betsy DeSantis, Nicole Faubel, Sonia Plummer Brown, and Stacey Flacher. A big thank you to the Stark Administration, Dr. Lisa Armstrong and Iuliana Roata. We also thank the custodial staff and Amaria Armstrong and Monica Fratarolli for the lovely Flag Day decorations.

 

Reading Partners Celebration

Julia Stark celebrated the wonderful Reading Partners who volunteered this year to help students improve their reading skills. They shared stories and taught students how to enjoy books. Thanks to their help, many students learned the joy of reading and became more confident in their abilities. Julia was proud of the support and dedication shown by the volunteers, knowing their efforts would make a big difference in the students’ lives.

 

Many thanks to Sarah Santasiero for coordinating this partnership. 

Submitted by Iuliana Roata

 

Much to Celebrate!

Much to celebrate these past few weeks at Stillmeadow. Thank you to Ms. Serrichio and Mr. DePreta for a successful Field Day for all! Even Storm from the Bridgeport Islanders came to cheer us on!

 

Our Kindergarten students shined during their Moving Up Ceremony!

 

Senator Richard Blumenthal met with and inspired our Student Council as part of Junior Achievement Day!

 

We celebrated Flag Day all together, and thank our art teachers Ms. Dugan and Ms. Jacobson, for the wonderful hats, and our music teachers, Ms. Harris and Mr. Brown for leading our students in singing a variety of patriotic songs! 

 

Our 5th Grade Moving Up Ceremony was emotional, and a special way to celebrate and honor our students as they move on to middle school! Way to go Stillmeadow!

Submitted by Kathleen Kelley

 

100 BLK Men Teach Financial Literacy to Roscco Students

The 100 Black Men organization, in partnership with ROSCCO, had another successful school year of mentoring our young men, this year at Dolan and Rippowam, where the focus was on imparting the principles of financial literacy through the stock market game. Congratulations to this year’s winners, each of whom received a prize of $100.00. 

Submitted by Latisha Williams

 

AITE Students Participate in Community Design for Jackie Robinson Park

Seventeen students participated in the Intro to Architecture project, where professional architects served as mentors on a community-wide effort to rebuild Jackie Robinson Park.

 

Two of the My Architecture Workshops students — AITE sophomores Sophia Sperraza and Angela Chavez — presented their data on Friday at the first annual Fairfield County Community Foundation Upside Leadership Forum at Sacred Heart University. The students described the community’s objective, the youth involvement in surveying, design, and storytelling with a focus on community connection and design for residents, and what they learned from connecting directly with residents and hearing their ideas about how the park should be used. They also reflected on how their understanding of design changed as the project progressed.

 

The students were well received by the crowd of over 200 attendees, with the event coordinator praising them directly during the closing remarks. We look forward to seeing the new Jackie Robinson Park!

 

Submitted by Tina Rivera

 

Westover Thanks JCC Reading Partners

JCC Reading Partners wrapped up another successful year at Westover. The tutors volunteered their time to read with our young readers and help boost their reading skills. Our students looked forward to their reading partner visiting each week.Thank you to The Stamford JCC for their ongoing partnership with SPS!

 

Westover Hallway to Transform with Student Art!

Westover is thrilled when teachers unleash their creativity and think outside the box, and Art Teacher Brooke DiCapua has done just that! Brooke recently approached administration with a brilliant plan: to frame a student-designed poster for every 4th and 5th-grade showcase.

 

These stunning framed artworks will soon adorn our hallways, creating a vibrant, lasting tribute to the incredible culminating performances of our students year after year. It's a wonderful way to both remember and celebrate their talent and hard work!

 

We’re incredibly excited to kick off this new tradition with the first posters from this year’s fantastic shows: “The Rockin’ Tale of Snow White” and “Wonka’s Chocolate Factory.”

 

A huge thank you to Brooke for this truly fantastic and imaginative project!

 

Proud Moment: Westover Alumni Visit Before Graduation

Westover received a heartwarming visit on Thursday, June 12, as four alumni stopped by before their high school graduation! It was a truly special moment as they walked familiar hallways, catching up with former teachers and fondly recalling their Westover days. We couldn't be prouder to see these bright young minds heading to the University of Michigan, MIT, and two to Boston College this fall. Congratulations!

Submitted by Larissa Weir

 

 

Flag Day Celebration

Today, the entire KT Murphy Elementary School community gathered to celebrate Flag Day during our final all-school morning meeting of the year. This cherished tradition brings students, staff, and families together in a spirit of unity and community and school spirit.

 

We extend our sincere thanks to our dedicated specialists who plan and organize this meaningful celebration each year.

 

We are incredibly proud of all our student presenters and the various grade levels who have performed throughout the year at our morning meetings, showcasing their talents and leadership. Their contributions have helped build a strong, connected school community.

Submitted by Jaimie Fisco

 

What is an SPS Shout Out?

An SPS Shout Out is a special recognition that acknowledges school communities, staff members or students who have inspired us with a unique project, an outstanding job or a special effort that had a positive impact on our students or community.  Each week we will celebrate a few by sharing with all SPS staff and posting on the district website. Please share any or all of these with your friends and families.   

SPS Administrators can submit Shout Outs for consideration through the link available in the Administrator Weekly. Please note the deadline, word limit, and photo limit. We look forward to seeing your submissions!

STS Celebrates Hard Work

We are so proud of all the students in Transition Services who worked hard at all their job and community sites across Stamford this year! The teachers and job coaches celebrated them with a picnic at Salzi Park and a luncheon at Zody’s. We are so proud of them as they learn skills to become independent adults! Way to go STS students! 

Submitted by Steven Angelo

 

Parent Facilitators Rocked This Year!

Parent Facilitators were incredibly instrumental in the success of our School Climate survey, surpassing last year’s completion rates. They connected families with needed resources in such a personalized way that parents expressed deep gratitude for having such support at their schools. Parent Facilitators also organized family engagement events and held ongoing parent meetings throughout the school year. They consistently went above and beyond to make families feel welcome and, without a doubt, provided immense peace and support during the most challenging times.

 

Submitted by Juan Pazmino

 

Paraprofessionals Learn Spanish and Haitian-Creole!

Congratulations to our Paraprofessionals that completed an online course in either Spanish or Haitian-Creole! 

 

Stamford received a grant to provide professional development for paraprofessionals this school year, which included learning Spanish and Haitian Creole in a virtual classroom in the evening each week. The CT State Education Grants Dept applauded our efforts to help our paraprofessionals learn a foreign language. 

 

We would like to recognize the paraprofessionals that successfully completed their Spanish or Haitian Creole virtual course. The following paraprofessionals met the attendance and participation requirements for successful completion of the language course. 

Submitted by Mary Enright

 

Kindergarten Celebrated their Moving up Day

On June 6, Hart Magnet Elementary School Kindergarteners celebrated their moving up day singing a variety of songs, such as: “It’s a Beautiful Day,” “ABC Blues,” “Three Little Birds,” and “Can’t Stop the Kindergarten” that enamoured our families. A very special song titled: “From Our Hearts to Your Heart” was sung to Mrs. Darling by our talented Kindergarteners. There was not a dry eye in the audience. 

 

We thank our Kindergarteners teachers: Stacy Spezzano (GLL), Maureen Concha, Jodi Fogelman, Linda Kuehn, Corinne Remondino, staff, families, and all those who helped put together this beautiful celebration. We wish our Kindergarteners a wonderful summer and we are looking forward to seeing them in First Grade! 

 

Students Celebrate “Strive For Five”

Congratulations to Hart Magnet Elementary School and all SPS students with five or less absences this year. SPS district initiative “Strive for Five” is designed to promote attendance in our schools. We are thrilled to announce 205 Hart students were recognized over the announcements, received a certificate and a photo op as they received this special award. What an accomplishment!

 

Third Graders Receive a Visit from a “Real Life” Paleontologist!

Hart Magnet’s third grade students had a wonderful opportunity traveling back in time with Dr. Chris Gilbert, Professor in the Department of Anthropology at Hunter College. Our students became paleontologists for the day, exploring fossil casts and discovering fascinating details about the teeth, claws, and even skin of various dinosaurs from three different geologic time periods: Triassic, Jurassic and Cretaceous. Each child went home with a copy of the book A Day in the Badlands, co-authored by Dr. Gilbert. We thank Dr. Gilbert for encouraging future paleontologists. Thank you to all who planned and organized this event for our students. 

 

Hart Magnet Honors Linda Darling with a SURPRISE Retirement Assembly

On Monday, June 9 Hart Magnet Elementary School teachers, staff, students and PTO gathered in the gymnasium to honor Linda Darling for her 49 years of service to Stamford Public Schools. Mrs. Darling has been a dedicated, hard working and respected principal of Hart Magnet Elementary School for 18 years. Each grade level came up with their very own personalized ideas to share with Mrs. Darling on her special day. She was relished with original songs, poetry, chants, interviews, and a proclamation why we love Mrs. Darling! The overall colorscape was a shade of Mrs. Darling’s favorite color: Pink! This was a beautiful event shared with the Hart Magnet Elementary School Community! We wish Mrs. Darling all the best in her Retirement.

 

Fifth Grade Moving Up Celebration

On June 10, Hart Magnet Elementary School fifth grade students celebrated their moving up day. We thank our fifth grade teachers, PTO, and all those who put together this memorable celebration. We wish our Fifth Graders a wonderful summer and all the best in middle school.

Submitted by Maria Guzda