{"id":12709,"date":"2026-04-15T12:39:46","date_gmt":"2026-04-15T16:39:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hamphigh-nhspto.org\/?p=12709"},"modified":"2026-06-09T15:18:19","modified_gmt":"2026-06-09T19:18:19","slug":"calendar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/hamphigh-nhspto.org\/index.php\/2026\/04\/15\/calendar\/","title":{"rendered":"PTO NEWS &#038; CALENDAR"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-raft-accent-color\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-raft-accent-color\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-raft-accent-color\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-raft-accent-color\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-raft-accent-color\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-raft-accent-color\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-raft-accent-color\">Our last PTO meeting of the 2025-2026 school year is on <strong>Tues, June 9 at 7:00pm<\/strong>&nbsp;in the <strong>NHS <\/strong><\/mark>Guidance Area<mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-raft-accent-color\">. <\/mark><\/mark><\/mark><\/mark><\/mark><\/mark><\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Please join us to celebrate the school year at our last PTO meeting of the school year. Everyone warmly welcome and lots of free snacks!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We are saying goodbye to several PTO officers whose kids just graduated &#8211; if you are interested in being on the PTO board, we would love to hear from you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>We are also eagerly looking&nbsp;for someone&nbsp;to manage the PTO website, e-newsletter and social media account.<\/strong> We promise it won&#8217;t be a huge time commitment&nbsp;&#8211; and you will help strengthen our amazing school community!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Everyone who is a caregiver or staff member (or student!) is warmly welcome (you&#8217;re automatically a member&nbsp;of the PTO by being part of this school community). Come learn more about NHS, meet other caregivers, and share your ideas. We&#8217;ll send a reminder the day before. And as always, reach out anytime at <a href=\"mailto:nohopto@gmail.com\">nohopto@gmail.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-raft-accent-color\"><strong>NOTABLE<\/strong> <strong>UPCOMING DATES:<\/strong><\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">6\/19: NO SCHOOL &#8211; Holiday<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">6\/22: Half Day LAST DAY OF SCHOOL<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-raft-accent-color\">UPCOMING PTO MEETINGS: <\/mark>6\/9 will be the last PTO meeting of this school year<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Smith College Summer Chemistry Prep Courses <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For students grades 9-12 to improve confidence and familiarity with Chemistry.\u00a0\u00a0A two week, in-person chemistry course for students grades 9-12.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more information visit: carlislechemprep.com<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Session 1: July 6-17 Smith College, Sabin-Reed Hall<br>Session 2: July 27-Aug 7 Smith College, Sabin-Reed Hall<br>Time: Monday &#8211; Friday 9:30 am &#8211; 12:30 pm<br>Max capacity of 18 students per session<br>Tuition: $800 This course develops student confidence and interest through engaging laboratories, collaborative problem solving, hands-on activities, guided practice sessions, and by exploring applications to everyday life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">ASAP (After School Art Program) for TEENS!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-interactive=\"core\/file\" class=\"wp-block-file\"><object data-wp-bind--hidden=\"!state.hasPdfPreview\" hidden class=\"wp-block-file__embed\" data=\"https:\/\/hamphigh-nhspto.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/ASAP.pdf\" type=\"application\/pdf\" style=\"width:100%;height:370px\" aria-label=\"Embed of ASAP.\"><\/object><a id=\"wp-block-file--media-77ff8f6d-411e-4054-9f56-3115f163e0fd\" href=\"https:\/\/hamphigh-nhspto.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/ASAP.pdf\">ASAP<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/hamphigh-nhspto.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/ASAP.pdf\" class=\"wp-block-file__button wp-element-button\" download aria-describedby=\"wp-block-file--media-77ff8f6d-411e-4054-9f56-3115f163e0fd\">Download<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>ASAP is an all-access art studio for&nbsp;teens&nbsp;13-18yo.&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>Teens&nbsp;can hang out &amp; create in a safe, laid back, welcoming space.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Enjoy a mess-friendly art studio stocked with pro supplies,&nbsp;work on your own projects or our 100% optional, rotating weekly projects,&nbsp;<strong>&amp; s<\/strong><strong>hare a love for the weird &amp; bizarre world of art!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A new block of classes starts every 4 weeks:<br><strong>Dec. 4th,<\/strong>&nbsp;Jan. 8th, Feb. 5th, Marth 12th, April 9th, May 14th, and June 11th.<em>Learn more and register online at:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/shared.outlook.inky.com\/link?domain=www.artspacegreenfield.org&amp;t=h.eJx1jssOgyAURH_FsK6iKAiu_BWE6yNFMXCtaZr-e6XrdjObOZkzL3IER7qMzIh77Cg9z7PQAeOuDUwBYBsXcLbwYaLwgA1zC6gXF6mOes_xAiK5ZeSeNjbAixtRcS55WdHVO_fsvzlrNHPEwy6-MH6liik5sHKs20EKy40YlWlKBfVgqrq0Da1awaTkqmkLwVpWM5E0kDT-wADazP3vn4mziftTvz8xZlBe.MEQCIC8OoLfMDxWDjCIMP3D5nL20Xi_TIgat9j4_8_L1iIE5AiBe7XA_9jTFMlq-GEslU4QamvzEKQNfIec42m4vK68-FA\">https:\/\/www.artspacegreenfield.org\/event-details\/asap-teens<\/a>&nbsp;<br><\/em><em><br>This program is held at Artspace Community Arts Center, 15 Mill Street, Greenfield, MA.&nbsp;<\/em><em>Doors are open 3:00pm-6:00pm each Thursday; come by after school.&nbsp;<\/em><em>Financial aid is quick, easy, and always available on our website.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Please email the teacher or our office if you have questions:&nbsp;<br>Chloe Torri:&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:outreach@artspacegreenfield.org\">outreach@artspacegreenfield.org<\/a>&nbsp;<br>Artspace Office:&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:info@artspacegreenfield.org\">info@artspacegreenfield.org<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">NHS<strong>&nbsp;Homesteading Class is Looking For Donations!!!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Let us help you clean out your garage, basement and garage! Your clutter is our treasure. We need your unused crafting and sewing equipment.<\/strong> Drop any items off at the Main Office attn: Bob Melnik<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Homesteading classes are accepting donations of equipment and supplies.&nbsp; Here is a list of what each class is looking for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Sewing Needs\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Sewing machines<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Fabric<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Sewing kits or the materials to create kits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Scissors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Thread!!!!!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Needles<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Yard sticks, rulers and marking tools<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Fabric (I know it&#8217;s listed twice, we go through a lot!!)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Leather Work\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Leather working tools , dyes, and equipment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Leather raw materials&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Wax works\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Beeswax<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Candle molds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Soap molds supplies and molds<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Fabric Dying:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">large (3-5 gallon) pots<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Rubbermaid bins or the like<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Tongs and rubber Gloves<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Canning and Preserving\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Fermentation crock<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Mason Jars, and lids<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Basic preserving supplies and tools (mason jar tongs, large pots for processing)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Foraging:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Small hand shovels<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Wild edibles Guide Books&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Fishing:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Rods and reels<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Basic tackle like hooks, weights and lures.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Nets<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Florence Bank Community Choice Awards<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Vote for NHS PTO in the Florence Bank Community Choice Awards &#8211; each vote means dollars for our school! If you (or your partner, child, friend, neighbor) have a Florence Bank account, you can vote for NHS PTO to earn a grant. Just go the link below and vote for Northampton High School PTO. Voting ends on Dec. 31 each year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thanks for helping&nbsp;NHS PTO!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.florencebank.com\/customers-choice-community-grants\">https:\/\/www.florencebank.com\/customers-choice-community-grants<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><u>NHS Wishlist<\/u><\/strong><br>GIft cards to Stop &amp; Shop, Big Y, Walmart or Amazon (this helps the science teaching team buy the consumables needed for their science courses, and<br>helps teachers in the GOALS and other programs purchase needed supplies). Snacks Any boxes (large or small) or prepackaged snacks (nut free please)<br>are a highly-requested item from many people who work in the building. If you are in Walmart or Costco and could grab a box of granola bars, goldfish,<br>etc., it would be very appreciated. Used or new tennis balls- these are needed for the bottom of chairs. We need<br>36 to get this classroom set!<br><br>Assorted Tea and sweeteners. Several teachers create calm spots in their room and would love to offer tea and sweetener (packets of sugar, stevia, or a<br>bottle of honey). &nbsp;Tissues: everyone in the building needs tissues. If you are able to bring a box (or 5) they will certainly go to good use in many places around NHS.&nbsp;<br>Toiletries: feminine care products, toothbrushes\/paste, deodorant.&nbsp;<br>Clothing in good condition- t-shirts, shorts, sweatpants, sweatshirts, cozy blankets<br>We also have requests for:<br>\uf0a7 Sewing machines (used are great)<br>\uf0a7 Fabric and leather supplies<br>\uf0a7 Fishing rods and fishing tackle<br>\uf0a7 Mason jars<br>\uf0a7 Working vacuum<br>\uf0a7 Electric tea kettle<br>If you have any questions, please reach out to nohopto@gmail.com<br>Thank you so much!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">NHS Art Department WISH LIST<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hey Folks! We need your help providing supplies for fall art classes at NHS!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Below is a wish list compiled by our art teachers &#8211; anything you can do will be much appreciated and will impact hundreds of students.&nbsp; Thank you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/hz\/wishlist\/ls\/1512X3PXBGJQV?ref_=wl_share\">https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/hz\/wishlist\/ls\/1512X3PXBGJQV?ref_=wl_share<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-raft-accent-color\">EVENTS <\/mark>ways to help<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The PTO sponsors several events and fundraising campaigns each year. Please contact us at <a href=\"mailto:nohopto@gmail.com\">nohopto@gmail.com<\/a>&nbsp; if you would like to be involved or if you are interested in helping organize a program in support of NHS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-raft-accent-color\">FALL<\/mark><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>NHS Open House:<\/strong> Take a short shift at our table, meet fellow caregivers and NHS staff, manage the School Council ballot collection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Florence Savings Bank Customers&#8217; Choice Community Grant:<\/strong> Help distribute ballots during lunch and at school events to ensure strong support for NHS in this annual grant program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-raft-accent-color\">WINTER<\/mark><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Teacher Appreciation Luncheon: <\/strong>Help with set up and\/or clean up, or contribute a dish to this event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>NHS Open House:<\/strong> Take a short shift at our table, meet fellow caregivers and NHS staff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Eat for Education:<\/strong> Help contact Northampton restaurant owners to confirm participation in our early-April city-wide fundraising event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-raft-accent-color\">SPRING<\/mark><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Teacher Appreciation Breakfast (May):<\/strong> Help with set up and\/or clean up, or contribute a dish to this event.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Honor Thy Teacher:<\/strong> Help promote this year-end fundraising campaign, and assist with preparation of letters to teachers for the last day of school.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-raft-accent-color\">YEAR-ROUND<\/mark><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Parent Communications:<\/strong> Help with updates to the PTO website, Facebook page, and listserv.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Hamp Highlights:<\/strong> Help compile, edit, and format submissions to the PTO online newsletter. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Monthly Coffee Hours: <\/strong>Each month we put a call out for treats to be delivered to the Counseling area from 8:15am-9:15am to build morale and connections between the PTO and Teachers and Staff at NHS. See below for Coffee Hour dates for the 2024-2025 school year. Drop off some yummy treats, stay if you can! This is a great way to show appreciation and get to know your student&#8217;s teachers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">COFFEE HOURS 8:15am-9:15am <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>COFFEE HOURS \u2013 <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Friday, Sept. 19<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Friday, Oct. 24 or 31<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Friday, Nov. 21<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Friday, Dec. 19<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Friday, Jan. 23 (no school, teacher PD)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Friday, Feb. 13<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Friday, March 13<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Friday, April 17<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Friday, May 15<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Friday, June 12<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/teamlocker.squadlocker.com\/#\/lockers\/northampton-public-school-pto\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"550\" height=\"550\" src=\"http:\/\/hamphigh-nhspto.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Screen-Shot-2024-01-07-at-3.21.11-PM.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12921\" style=\"width:292px;height:auto\" srcset=\"http:\/\/hamphigh-nhspto.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Screen-Shot-2024-01-07-at-3.21.11-PM.png 550w, http:\/\/hamphigh-nhspto.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Screen-Shot-2024-01-07-at-3.21.11-PM-300x300.png 300w, http:\/\/hamphigh-nhspto.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Screen-Shot-2024-01-07-at-3.21.11-PM-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 550px) 100vw, 550px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-3e41869c wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/teamlocker.squadlocker.com\/#\/lockers\/northampton-public-school-pto\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SHOP NHS SPIRIT WEAR<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Shop our <a href=\"https:\/\/teamlocker.squadlocker.com\/#\/lockers\/northampton-public-school-pto\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/teamlocker.squadlocker.com\/#\/lockers\/northampton-public-school-pto\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SPIRIT WEAR<\/a>!<\/strong> As of 2024, we now have a spirit wear shop that is full of gear&#8211;everything from sweatpants, hats, tees, blankets and more&#8211;all to show your school spirit! Every sale is made to order and ships directly to your home, no need to pre-order or for long-waits. <mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-raft-accent-color\">10% of every sale goes directly to the PTO<\/mark> and helps support our school and teachers! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-raft-accent-color\">What has the PTO done in this school year?<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thanks to the generosity of our community and through fundraising efforts by the parents who make up our PTO, the Hamp Pto has funded lots during the 2023-2024 school year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>In the 2023-2024 school year, the PTO funded:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Monthly breakfasts\/coffee hours for staff<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Staff lunch at start of school year<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Staff appreciation lunch (May 24)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Busses for field trips to Grow Food Northampton<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Busses for art students to Northampton Center for the Arts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Bus for Art History class trip to MOMA in NYC<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Honorariums for guest speakers to Genocide Studies classes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Honorariums for college admissions officers for 11<sup>th<\/sup>&nbsp;Grade Caregivers Night<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Gift cards, snacks and supplies for GOALS program<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Gift cards for PACE program<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Field trip to David Ruggles Center&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Field trip to Historic Deerfield<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Retirement cakes and gifts for staff<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Gift cards for family needs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Taiko drum workshop and drum rental for Band<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Art supplies for multiple art classes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Snacks for students during MCAS tests<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Supplies for chemistry class<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Books for Multicultural Literature class<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Books for Genocide Studies and AP European History classes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Footwear and gear for student athletes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Support for Takeaways segment of The Transcript&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Fee for students\u2019 participation in Powers of Truth Conference, April 2024<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Tickets for prom for free and reduced lunch students<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Funding towards senior breakfast<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Guest speakers at PTO meetings this year have included:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"\">Karen Hidalgo, Guidance Dept. Chair<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Bill Wehrli, Principal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Gwen Agna, School Committee member<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">Rochelle Garfinkel, Librarian<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"\">David Proulx, Athletic Director<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"is-style-wide wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Our last PTO meeting of the 2025-2026 school year is on Tues, June 9 at 7:00pm&nbsp;in the NHS Guidance Area. Please join us to celebrate the school year at our last PTO meeting of the school year. Everyone warmly welcome and lots of free snacks! 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