4/11

Good Afternoon Families:

Unified Basketball Kicks Off with a Win and Unforgettable Spirit

This week marked a truly special moment for our school community as Pentucket hosted its first Unified Basketball game—and what a game it was! In a close and exciting matchup, Pentucket defeated Beverly, but the final score was only part of the story.

The highlight of the event was the overwhelming sense of community and support from our students, staff, and families. The gym was filled with cheers, high-fives, and proud smiles as players took the court with confidence and joy, knowing they had the full support of the school behind them.

The sheer happiness on our players’ faces said it all. This was more than just a game—it was a celebration of inclusion, teamwork, and the power of coming together as one Pentucket.

The team has five games throughout the season. Please continue your support!

Have a great week,

Brenda Erhardt

Pentucket MHS Principal

Pentucket Girls flag played under the lights at Westford Academy Monday and Tuesday evening for a total of 4 games to open their season. The Panther's walked away with an initial record of 2-2 with wins against Greater Lowell Voc and Collegiate Charter School of Lowell. They take on Methen HS and Needham HS at Methuen next Thursday. Great start to the spring!

https://www.unigo.com/scholarships/high-school-students

The Town of West Newbury and the West Newbury Health Department are conducting a survey to gather input from the community on the impacts of Opioid Use Disorder. This survey will help the Town understand the needs and preferences of our community and guide the allocation of funds that the Town will receive from approved legal settlements between the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, the Town of West Newbury, and several opioid manufacturers and distributors. The survey is anonymous. It can be submitted online through a Google Form, printed and mailed back to the Health Department at 381 Main Street, West Newbury, MA 01985, or you can find hard copies at the Town Offices, Library, Public Safety Complex, and West Newbury Food Mart. Collection boxes for the survey will be at the Town Offices and Library. Surveys will be collected through April 18, 2025. If you have any questions, please contact the Board of Health at health.admin@wnewbury.org or 978-363-1100 ext 118.

Barring another missed school day (snow, fire, flood, etc....) The end of year dates are as follows:

These three days are half days - 11:12 dismissal. Students who are not finishing exams will have a half day schedule

Monday, June 16th will be a 1/2 day (make up snow day)

Tuesday, June 17th exam make up day and 1/2 day (make up fire day)

Wednesday, June 18th exam make up day and 1/ day (make up fire day)

The Pentucket Softball Program is hosting a fundraiser for the Brett Burkinshaw Memorial Scholarship Fund. It is a home run derby open to all Pentucket students grades 7-12 as well as staff/coaches. Sign up here!

Enter to win 2 tickets to the show at the Emerson Colonial on Sunday, May 18th at 1:00 PM. You will enjoy a great view from the first row, dress right center. Tickets are 1 chance for $15 or 3 chances for $25. Please pay through PayPal. Tickets will be transferred electronically so you must set up a Ticketmaster account if you win. You must be over 18 to enter. The raffle will close on May 9th at midnight. We will email the winner and post on Facebook. You must reply within 24 hours to win or we will draw another name. All proceeds will benefit the Pentucket Music Department.

WINNER - BEST MUSICAL - THE MOST TONY AWARD-WINNING SHOW OF THE 2023 SEASON

A new musical about growing up and growing old (in no particular order), KIMBERLY AKIMBO is the winner of 5 Tony Awards including BEST MUSICAL. It features Tony Award-winning book and lyrics by David Lindsay-Abaire (Shrek), a Tony Award-winning score by Jeanine Tesori (Fun Home), choreography by Danny Mefford (Dear Evan Hansen) and direction by Tony-nominated director Jessica Stone.

Kimberly is about to turn 16 and recently moved with her family to a new town in suburban New Jersey. In this “howlingly funny heartbreaker of a show” (The New Yorker), Kim is forced to navigate family dysfunction, a rare genetic condition, her first crush … and possible felony charges. Ever the optimist, she is determined to find happiness against all odds and embark on a great adventure.

The Pentucket Music Boosters are in need of a new president. The president has the following roles and responsibilities:

Sets agendas and coordinates meeting dates/times and locations.

Runs meetings throughout the school year.

Named on the organization's bank account.

Oversees the Scholarship Committee's selection of a scholarship recipient each spring.

Keeps on top of the music department events in order to advertise them on social media and put them on the agenda.

Gets permission from the administration, when needed, for fundraising at the school.

Communicates with the Music Dept. Chair.

Brings items to the board in between meetings via email when necessary.

Is proactive in growing the Boosters and setting goals and new ideas.

Checks the Pentucket Music Boosters Facebook messages and gmail account and responds accordingly.

Advocates for the Music Dept. including meeting with the administration when necessary.

Check out the district’s exciting Summer Program online and watch our video to see what’s in store for students this summer!

Take a walk along the Brook trail with teachers and students! Click here to RSVP.

West Newbury: The WN Board of Health is working together with Animal Control and Riverside Veterinary Clinic to provide a rabies vaccination clinic for local dogs and cats. The event will take place on Saturday, April 19, 2025 from 10:00-12:00 at the West Newbury Public Safety Building (403 Main Street, West Newbury). Residents of West Newbury, Newburyport, Groveland, and Merrimac are encouraged to sign up! The cost will be $15 per animal. You can reserve your spot online here. If you have any questions, please contact the Board of Health at health.admin@wnewbury.org or call 978-363-1100 ext 118.

Merrimac: The Merrimac Police Department and Merrimac Town Clerk will be hosting a Rabies Vaccination Clinic, Saturday, April 26th from 12:00-2:00. Rabies vaccinations are $19.00 per animal; dogs and cats. No appointment is necessary. It will be located at the Merrimac Police Headquarters, 2 Jana Way.

Join the Friends of the Groveland COA at Bagnall Elementary School on Friday, April 11th, at 6:30 p.m. for an evening of uplifting music to welcome spring. The Northshoremen, a local chorus from the Barbershop Harmony Society, will fill the room with rich harmonies to help you relax and rejuvenate. Tickets: $15 adults, $10 students.

This event is organized by the Friends of the Groveland Council on Aging and is funded in part by a grant from the Groveland Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the Mass Cultural Council.

Tickets are available at the Groveland Library. Don't forget to bring your lucky charm - we will be holding a 50/50 raffle!

Groveland Community Yard Sale - May 2 &3

Declutter and cash in! The Friends of the Council on Aging are hosting a Community Yard Sale Fundraiser on Friday, May 2, and Saturday, May 3. You may do one day or both days. Registration - $25

We provide publicity, maps, and signage - just set up and sell

Deadline - Register by April 15th - online or paper forms in the Council of Aging Office, 183 Main Street, Groveland, MA

Payment - To the Friends of the COA - cash, check or Venmo

Privacy - Only your address, sale dates/times, and item categories will be shared

For details, visit Friends of COA Facebook or contact Marianne Naffah at mnaffah8@gmail.com or 978 478-8162. Clean out and support a great cause!

Athletics: $50 fee increase, $1600 family cap

BASP: $25 fee increase

Facility fees: $25/hour increase

PreK: 2 1/2 days = $410, 3 1/2 days = $490, 4 1/2 days = $550, 2 full days = $500, 3 full days = $700, 5 full days = $1,000

Upcoming School Committee Meetings:

April 15th

May 6th

June 3rd

*****All meetings begin at 6:00pm and are held in the middle/high school building

**A complete list of School Committee Meeting is available on the PRSD website**

Meeting Time 6:45am-7:15am

The School Council Meets the second Thursday of each month. Please see the PRMHS website for agendas