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Join us for an unforgettable evening of celebration and discovery on FEBRUARY 27 starting at 6:30 PM at Sandwich Middle High School. This special event is open to all families of current and prospective students in grades 6-12.

Experience the vibrancy of our school community as you enjoy captivating student performances, marvel at inspiring student work, and learn about our innovative and robust programming designed to empower every student.

Discover the wide range of extracurricular activities available to students and meet our talented staff who are dedicated to nurturing and guiding each student's potential.

Don't miss out on the chance to win exciting door prizes, and connect with fellow families who share your passion for education and excellence.

We can't wait to welcome you to our event and showcase all that Sandwich Middle High School has to offer!

The SMHS Robotics Club just wrapped up a very successful VEX Robotics fall season. Many thanks to the Cape Cod Five Bank and the MIT Club of Cape Cod for their financial support. We could not do it without you! A special thanks to physics teacher and Robotics Club Advisor, Dr. Laurence Anderson.

Under the tutelage of math teacher, and MATHCOUNTS Advisor, Ms. Kate Carl, nine incredibly talented student mathematicians have been meeting weekly before school, learning advanced mathematics skills and mastering problem-solving techniques to compete inter-scholastically.

Two MathCounts alumni volunteer to help with coaching: Emma Jakubicka and Hannah Sareault.

Our team competed at the regional competition on Tuesday, February 6. Damian Panev, Brian Barrett, Andy Lemoi and Max Brooks-Lantry scored among the top 20% and the team of Damian, Brian, Max, and Prisha Bajracharya scored second overall on the team round.

They qualify to head to states at UMass Lowell on March 2.

Go Knights!

Congratulations to senior BRIGID KELLY, who is a semi-finalist for the National Honor Society Scholarship! National Honor Society scholarship recipients are selected based on their demonstration of the four pillars of NHS: scholarship, service, character, and leadership. This marks the second year our NHS Glass Chapter has had a semi-finalist, and the third time in four years.

Semifinalists receive $3,200 toward their future academic pursuits.

Congratulations, Brigid!

Please find attached details pertaining to all of the upcoming senior class events, including important dates, times, fees and activities. Please do not hesitate to reach out to senior class advisors Ben Gavoni and Diana Evans with questions.

The Blue Knight Award is a prestigious award that recognizes grade 7 and 8 students who are nominated by their teachers for their exceptional embodiment of Blue Knight core competencies: Critical Thinking, Communication, Collaboration, Perseverance, Adaptability and Learning.

Congratulations to our young Knights!

From left to right grade 7 recipients: Diego Santos, Samuel Guzman, Olivia Rowland and Sophia McNeil

From left to right grade 8 recipients: Kianna Leary, Holden Anders, Jack Reilly and Jillian Varao

French language classes recently embarked on a peculiar quest: to concoct the most repulsive sandwich imaginable! Armed with an arsenal of French culinary vocabulary and a healthy dose of imagination, students pushed the boundaries on gastronomic decency. The project: Sandwich Dégoûtant earned the following 3 students the uncontested praise of peers and staff:

Luana Peres, Prisha Bajracharya, Brittany Nunez.

After leaving SHS, Alexandra Wright pursued her passion for music and is now a beloved music and theatre educator at Norwood High School. Alexandra was an inspirational student performer at SHS who now shares her love of the arts with young singers and musicians!

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At SMHS, we believe in preparing students for the real world by bridging the gap between classroom learning and practical experience. That's why we are actively seeking industry partnerships with professionals in the computer science field for the 2024-2025 school year. By collaborating with experts like you, we aim to provide our students with invaluable real-world input, mentorship and hands-on experience. Together, we can inspire the next generation of innovators, equipping them with the skills, knowledge and confidence to thrive in the dynamic world of technology!

Please complete this form if you would like to learn more about playing a part in the future of computer science education. Thank you!

Click above to register! If you have any questions, please reach out to Sean Donovan, Athletic Director.

Parents/guardians of the Class of 2024: please check out all of the scholarship opportunities available. An extensive list of local, regional and national scholarships can be found via your student's NAVIANCE account.

Please contact Ms. Kathy Lucas in the Guidance Department with questions.

Sign up using the QR Code or clicking on this

LINK.

February 19-20, 2024 marks the 12th Annual Jeff Hayes Memorial Hockey Tournament. Sandwich High School student Jeff Hayes died of Ewing’s Sarcoma, a rare form of bone cancer, in January 2007, his senior year. The tournament helps raise money for cancer research as well as three Jeff Hayes Memorial Award Scholarships which are awarded to Sandwich seniors each spring. Your support is greatly appreciated.

• 02.19.24 - 02.23.24 FEBRUARY BREAK / NO SCHOOL
• 02.19.24 - 02.20.24 JEFF HAYES MEMORIAL HOCKEY TOURNAMENT
• 02.27.24 SMHS SHOWCASE EVENT 6:30 PM / ALL ARE WELCOME!

• 03.06.24 PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES / 1:15 PM - 3:15 PM & 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
• 03.08.24 PTSA SPONSORED FAMILY BINGO EVENT SMHS Cafeteria 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
• 03.20.24 PARENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES / 1:15 PM - 3:15 PM
• 03.22.24 SUPPORT A BLUE KNIGHT Fundraiser Event / See flyer above

Principal Trish Hill of the Oak Ridge School is conducting a research project through Northeastern University on building trusting relationships in the area of Special Education. She is looking for participants for interviews and focus groups. If you are the parent of a child on an IEP, please consider lending your voice to this work. Participation is completely voluntary. Interviews will take approximately 45-60 minutes and focus groups will be from 60-90 minutes in length.

If interested, complete the attached form.

If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Hill directly at thill@sandwich.k12.ma.us

Thank you for your consideration in this important research.

Sandwich Blue Knights Spirit-wear available for online order from the SMHS PTSA. Purchase at https://sandwichknights.memberhub.com/store