Weekly Update 12/1/23

December 1st, 2023 by Mike Perez

Pinkerton Families and Friends,

The first week back between the two major holiday breaks has concluded. I trust everyone enjoyed a rejuvenating Thanksgiving Break, preparing for the upcoming push toward Christmas Break and Midterm exams. This weekend at the Stockbridge Theatre, you have the opportunity to experience the winter play, Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, with performances on Friday and Saturday at 7:00 pm, and Sunday at 2:00 pm. Additionally, on Thursday, December 7, 2023, at 6:30 pm, don't miss Pinkerton's Got Talent presented by the FBLA.

This week, I want to spotlight Ms. Heidi Parenti and Mr. Kevin Yahnian, our Sophomore Class Associate Deans of Students. Both are experienced staff members with a substantial history at Pinkerton Academy.

Ms. Parenti, in her 29th year at Pinkerton Academy and first year as an Associate Dean, previously spent 28 years teaching English. Alongside her teaching role, she has been the Photography Club Advisor since 2001, a distinguished actress in the yearly Faculty Play, and an active member of various committees, including a significant role in the Flex Committee. Ms. Parenti enjoys hiking, skiing, traveling, and she cherishes time with family and friends.

Mr. Yahnian has dedicated 25 years to Pinkerton Academy, serving 19 years as an Associate Dean of Students. Before assuming this role, he taught Russian and is passionate about Russian history. He has also contributed as a Track and Field coach and participated in committees and training such as the Risk and Threat Assessment Team, CPI training, and the MTSS-B program.

We are fortunate to have both Ms. Parenti and Mr. Yahnian as part of our administrative team.

Weekly Highlights:

Day of Giving - Pinkerton's annual Day of Giving is coming up on Monday, December 4th. This is a special day when the community comes together to support all aspects of the Pinkerton experience. I hope you will follow our efforts on social media and consider making a gift to an area of your choice on Monday. You can learn more about Day of Giving or make a gift by clicking here: https://www.givecampus.com/0sn7m2

Junior Class Fundraiser - On December 6th, Five Guys in Derry will donate 20% of proceeds (and an additional $1 for every milkshake) to the Junior Class. You just need to mention the fundraiser at the time of purchase.

WLHS Coat Drive - The World Language Honor Society is holding a coat drive. Donations of new or gently used coats can be brought to Ms. Mitchell’s room – K 56 in the Shepard Building through January 19th.

Winter Play: Twelfth Night - Mark your calendars! The Pinkerton Players present Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night December 1-3 at the Stockbridge Theatre. Get your tickets here: https://stockbridgetheatre.showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=154

Calendar Change - Recently the Secretary of State set the NH primary date for Tuesday, January 23rd. That means a shift in our calendar – the PL day scheduled for January 26th will now be on the 23rd. You can find the updated year and red/white calendars on our website.

Weekly Shout Outs:

SHOUT OUTS TO…

Christina DiMicelli - for receiving the 2023 NHSTE Susan Janosz Technology Impact Award.

STUDENT SHOUT OUTS:

NH All-State Music Festival Auditions: Huge shout outs to the 36 students that auditioned. Mabel Backman, Noah Berube, Keira Brochu, Mary Burns, Michael Cheung, Laura Curran, Greer Danzey, Jamison DiSalvo, Charlotte Dugan, Jasper Eisele, Isabella Falcone, Samuel Fontaine, Aiden Galvin, Lily Gennetti, Kaylee Gifford, Sophie Hodge, Aurora Johnson, Rebecca King, Sage Konick, Teigin McLaughlin, Rayne Miller, Clare Mitchell, Mina Owen, Victoria Paradise , Luke Parcel, Sarah, Molly Sheehan, Eli Sosnowski, Madeline Spencer, Aislinn Sprague, Landon Sprague, Lorelei Stahl, Josiah Sumner, Jonathan Uber, Suzzanne VonAshe, Carson Wells, Bridget Williams

Pinkerton Academy Marching Band - for a great fall season of performances.

Students from our CTE programs who helped out as tech support at the Christa McAuliffe Transforming, Teaching & Technology Conference this week: Greyson Marino, Maddi Campbell, Ted Pocrass, Jonah Frisella, Sam Plessner, Max Yakubovich, Finn Christensen-Kraft, Connor Schuler, Jackson Harrington, Thomas Carter, and Zoey Piccolo.

To all Winter Athletes and Teams - good luck this upcoming season.

Respectfully,