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This week was National Assistant Principals week, so I want to highlight the amazing people who do this work at Pinkerton – our Associate Deans of Students (ADS). Often the first thought people have about them is tied to discipline. They are the ones who often have to step in when things get tough, and that can make them seem like they’re the “bad guys.”  Our ADS group handles a lot when it comes to keeping Pinkerton safe and helping our students make good choices, but that’s just one small piece of what they do. 

Our ADS are passionate advocates for their students. They don’t just hand out consequences; they try to figure out what’s really going on with each student and how to help them thrive. They’re behind the scenes working with families, teachers, and counselors to put support in place, whether it's academic help, a connection with an outside resource, or just a listening ear. They genuinely want every student to succeed, and they work tirelessly to make that happen. 

I cannot imagine working with a better team. A sincere thank you to Mr. Gagnon, Mr. Rich, Mr. Yahnian, Ms. Tauer, Ms. Larkin, Mr. Walker, Mr. Konstant, and Ms. Tracey. Our community would not be the same without you and the work you do each day for our students. 

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Weekly Highlights/Upcoming Events:

April 16th Testing Notifications - Please review your emails for important testing information. Juniors and their families received a message regarding the New Hampshire Statewide Assessment System Science Assessment scheduled for April 16th during an extended FLEX period. Students in grades 9, 10, and 12 who have not yet taken and/or passed the civics naturalization examination received a message alerting them that they will take the test on April 16th while the juniors complete the science assessment.  Those taking either the citizenship test or NH SAS Science Assessment must bring their fully-charged Pinkerton-issued Chromebook to school on that day.  Testing room assignment emails will be sent by Monday.

Easter Egg Hunt - The Class of 2028 is hosting an Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 19th from 9 am - 12 pm in the Shepard Auditorium and Memorial Garden. The event is free to to the public and will include games, face painting, an Easter egg hunt, prizes, and a visit from the Easter Bunny! Stop by any time from 9 -12 that day!

Student Safety Night - Join us Wednesday, April 23rd from 6-7:30 pm for Student Safety Night presented by School Counseling and community partners. Check out the flyer for the event on our website. 


Weekly Shout Outs

SHOUT OUTS TO…

Donna Koskela -  for coordinating the video production classes to create the video for the alumni panel. 

Dale Cremone and Michael Gooden - for creating the college fair posters. 

Tammy Craft - for coordinating 20 years of outstanding college fairs for Pinkerton Academy!  Congratulations!

Jon Alizio - for being there for students and a positive advocate for the PA community.

Abigeal Wright and Samantha Smith - for putting on a great presentation to some of the members of Senior Admin. and ADA group dealing with UDL, teaching and learning.  
 

STUDENT SHOUT OUTS:

Yianni Kalampalikis and Zachary Greenberg have been invited to represent New Hampshire at the American Regions Mathematics League (ARML) on May 31st at St. Anselm College. ARML is regarded as one of the most prestigious math competitions held in the USA. Each year, more than 100 teams from across the country and internationally participate in ARML. Congratulations!

Zoey Piccolo - for her interview skills to make the alumni panel happen. 

Members of FFA who competed at the State and Interscholastic Conventions:  Each team that competed placed 4th or higher, with several individual placements of 4th or higher. Congratulations to Averie Crooker, Angelina Follo, Ash Reno, Jay Rosario, Lindsay Grenda, Stanislaw Evdokimov, Jenna Reddy, McKenna Eyre, Jill Gilbert, Karil Vega, Priya Phillipp, Nuwami Rai, Madison Kavecki, Aiden Breault, and McKenna Jesionowski. 

Special congratulations to Chapter President Angelina Follo who won Outstanding Officer of the year for the state.

All of our students who were selected to represent Pinkerton Academy at the NHMEA All-State Music festival: They were selected as some of the top musicians in the State of New Hampshire and performed in the Orchestra, Concert Band, Treble Choir, and Mixed Choir. 

Mabel Backman, Ben Bertini, Keir Brochu, Estelle Carr, Kylie Chap, Charlotte Dugan, Jasper Eisele, Katelyn Fortin, Kennedy Furnner, Lily Gennetti, Rebecca King, Sage Konick, Ayzlee Mangan, Federico Mills, Clare Mitchell, Victoria Paradise, Luke Parcel, Eli Sosnowski, Inky Stevens, Gabriella Taylor, Carson Walls 

Respectfully,

Michael Perez
Associate Head of School

 @mrperez_pa

@MPerezAHOS