Hello Gilbert H. Hood Families,

 

We hope our staff and students are having an enjoyable break this week. School resumes on Monday, May 5.   The last couple months of the school year will be filled with lots of learning opportunities, as well as many end-of-year activities and celebrations.  We encourage our students to return after break with a goal to finish the school year strong!

 

 

Here are a couple items to share for the upcoming weeks:

 

 

Food Drive

 

GHH participated in the spring food drive for End 68 Hours of Hunger during the month of April.  We are grateful to all who contributed!  We are so moved by the generosity of our school community that we decided awarding just  one team was just not enough.  We are awarding TWO  teams–one seventh grade team and one eighth grade team with the most donations.  Congratulations to Team 7-1  and Team 8-2! Both these teams will receive a special Kona Ice visit.  Thank you to everyone who participated!

 

Staff Appreciation Week - May 5-9

 

The GHH PTSA is organizing a Staff Appreciation Week for the week of May 5-9.  Here are some ways you can help:

• Sign-up genius for breakfast

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4AAEAB29A6FEC70-56213556-teacher

• Amazon wishlist for supplies

https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/39G13TJF0NHDU

 

Family Forum Night in Windham - May 7

 

The Windham School District is hosting a Parent Forum: Strategies to Build Resiliency in Our Children on Wednesday, May 7th from 6:00–7:00 pm in the WHS Auditorium (64 London Bridge Rd).  The event will feature Dr. Melissa Sadin, a nationally recognized Trauma-Informed Care Specialist. Dr. Sadin will share valuable insights on supporting children through a trauma-informed lens. Childcare will be available in the WHS Media Center from 5:30–7:30 PM.  This forum is free and open to all families and staff members.

 

Spring Thing - May 9

 

The Student Council is hosting the Spring Thing on Friday, May 9, 2:00-3:30.  Tickets are $2, which will be sold at lunches May 6-9.  The event includes games, dancing, snacks, and Kona Ice.  Bring extra money for Kona and snacks.  Let’s celebrate this spring thing together!

 

GHH Book Fair - May 12-16

 

The Gilbert H. Hood Middle School Library will be hosting a Buy One Get One Bonus Book Fair during the week of May 12.  What a great way to stock up on some good books! 

 

NH PTA Reflections Exhibit

 

You are invited to attend the NH PTA Reflections Exhibit on Wednesday, May 21, at Gilbert H. Hood MIddle School.  The exhibit viewing is scheduled 5:30 to 6:15 pm, with award presentations 6:15-7:30.  This year’s theme was “Accepting Imperfection”.  Come and support some amazingly creative and talented students.

 

Grade 8 End-of-Year Events (link to flyer)

 

For families of eighth grade students, please refer to the linked flyer above.  This flyer outlines events planned to celebrate the end of the school year as our eighth graders prepare to move on to high school.  Please mark your calendars and look for updates with additional information through ParentSquare.  In addition, we will need your help.  The success of these events depends on the support and contributions from families.  In future messages we will share opportunities you can help, including volunteering or donating items.  Thank you in advance.

 

After School Enrichment Program

 

SPACES ARE AVAILABLE! The Gilbert H. Hood Middle School Afterschool Enrichment program is a FREE program that runs until May 29, 2025 every Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday from 2 to 5:30 pm.  Students enrolled in this program are expected to attend 3 days a week.  Students can ALSO attend any clubs or sports offered at the school. Further details are provided on the attached flyer.  The program is FUN, keeps students safe, provides engaging activities, and positive social interactions with a long-term goal of increased community engagement. To register, scan the QR code on the attached flyer, or go to  https://bit.ly/GHHMSAfterschool. 

 

Pinkerton CTE Summer Camp

 

Career and Technical Education at Pinkerton is running several summer camps the week of June 23-26.  The program is open to students in grades 7-10 who are interested in participating in fun, hands on camps. Additional information can be found here:  link

 

Upcoming Dates**

 

• April 28-May 2: Spring Vacation; No school

• Week of May 5: Spring NWEA testing begins

• May 5-9: Staff Appreciation Week

• May 7: National Junior Honor Society Ceremony, 6-7:30 pm

• May 9: Spring Thing, 2:00-3:30

• May 10:  South Central Music Festival at Windham H.S., 9-5:00

• May 12-16: BOGO Book Fair

• May 14: PTSA Meeting; 6:00 to plan for 8th grade, followed by regular meeting at 6:30

• May 16: Team 7-1 Field Trip

• May 16 & 17: WRB Drama Club production of Nemo, at GHH (Link to more information)

• May 19: Chorus Concert, 6:00-7:00

• May 20: Early Release Day,  11:45 dismissal

• May 20: Band Concert, 6:00-7:00

• May 21: NH PTA Reflections Exhibit

• May 26: No school ; GHH Band marches in Derry parade

• May 29: Team 7-2 Field Trip

• June 3: Team 7-4 Field Trip

• June 4: Open House for current sixth graders, 6:00-7:00

• June 5: Team 7-2 Field Trip

• June 9: Grade 8 Canobie Lake trip (rain date June 10)

• June 10: House A Field Day (Teams 7-1 & 7-2)

• June 10: Grade 8 Hollywood Red Carpet Promotion Dance, 6-7:30

• June 11: House B Field Day (Teams 7-3 & 7-4)

• June 11: Grade 8 Ice Cream Buffet during lunches

• June 11: Grade 8 Promotion Ceremony at Pinkerton Academy, 4:00 pm

• June 12: Last day of school for seventh graders

 

**To keep up to date on the daily happenings at GHH, be sure to check our daily announcements that are posted on our school website under the “Resources” tab.   The  Morning Meeting Notices spreadsheet is constantly updated and available for reference.