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STAMFORD HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL'S NEWSLETTER
55 Strawberry Hill Ave. Stamford, Connecticut 06902
Week Ending Friday, March 27, 2026
Mr. Matthew Forker, Principal
NEASC VISIT HIGHLIGHTS "REMARKABLE GROWTH" AT STAMFORD HIGH SCHOOL
In a powerful closing address to the faculty and staff, Carl Johnson, Associate Director of the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), celebrated the conclusion of the school’s decennial accreditation visit. Reflecting on a journey that began during a "compliance-driven" visit in 2014, Johnson praised the school’s transformation into a growth-oriented community that prioritizes student success and authentic relationships.
The visit, which included classroom observations and meetings with SHS stakeholders (students, teachers, admin, SPS central office, Stamford BOE members), centered on the school’s progress across three key priority areas:
Vision of the Learner: The successful establishment of a "homegrown" framework built on four pillars: Communication, Critical Thinking, Growth Mindset, and Responsibility.
This will be a focal point for the 26-27 school year.
Curriculum Development: Significant strides in formalizing written curricula, particularly within the CTE and World Language departments.
Professional Development: A shift toward a "teachers-teaching-teachers" model that empowers educators and directly impacts classroom practice.
The visiting team concluded that the profound sense of community and the "extraordinary" relationships between students and staff remain the heartbeat of Stamford High School, providing a solid foundation for the innovations planned for the 2026-2027 school year.
***The full report will be shared with the entire SHS community, once received.***
THIS WEEK’S UPDATE
Here are some quick updates and reminders for the academic week ending March 27, 2026. Links have been provided, where applicable, to help with further details. Have a great weekend with your families!
MARCH DATES TO REMEMBER
March 31: SHS Women’s History Month Panel Discussion
SHS TO HOST: WOMEN IN OUR COMMUNITY EVENT!
SPRING “SPIRIT” WEEK
MARCH "ARTIST OF THE MONTH"
COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER
The SHS College and Career Center celebrated UCONN Admit Day with any accepted students! Students learned about required next steps and received UCONN swag!
The SHS College and Career Center Newsletter is up to date and can be found here. Follow the department on IG for updates and information @shscounselingdept
Below are highlights, read the full newsletter for more resources, volunteer opportunities and details.
College Admissions Panel April 14, 2026 (UCONN- Southern State- Wesleyan Ohio- University of New Haven)
Paying for College Virtual Family/ Student Night April 16, 2026 ($1,000 scholarship raffle for all juniors that attend!)
Albertus Magnus Field Trip April 17, 2026
ECMC Virtual College 101 Presentation April 23, 2026
WEPA for Juniors April 2026
SHS College and Career Fair April 30, 2026
Check out the upcoming rep visits and register on Naviance! These are opportunities to show your interest in a future college/ pathway.
“CUPCAKE WARS!”
The Baking and Pastry class had a friendly cupcake competition on Tuesday.
The winning cupcake, Cookie Monster, was made by Emely Orellana De Leon and Valentina Goncalves Rocha (pictured).
The winners each take home a Dunkin’ Donuts gift card and bragging rights.
SHS CHEER PLACES 5TH AT NEW ENGLAND CHAMPIONSHIPS
UNDERCLASS “SPRING FLING”
Attention Freshman and Sophomore Class,
The Underclassman Spring Semi-Formal will take place on April 17, 2026, in the school gymnasium from 6:00–9:00 PM. This event is for freshmen and sophomores only.
How to Get Your Ticket
Step 1: Complete the Contract (Required) You must submit the Contract/Agreement Form before buying a ticket.
Note: Ticket purchases made without a prior contract will be voided.
Step 2: Payment
Credit Card: Use the QR code/link found at the end of the digital contract.
Cash: Only available on March 31 and April 1 in the cafeteria during all lunch waves.
Additional reminders:
You may only purchase a ticket for yourself
Be sure to read all rules and directions in the contract/agreement carefully to avoid any issues
Questions? Email TFlynn@stamfordpublicschools.org.
STUDENT COUNCIL FUNDRAISER
Need a gift for Mother's Day? Did you know that you can save 20% on any Minted.com order when you use code: FUNDRAISESTAMFORD.
AS an added bonus, for every purchase, Stamford High's Student Council gets back 20% of your total order.
With a huge selection of Mother's Day gifts, Minted.com is your go to shopping destination.
SENIOR “FUN DAY”
SENIOR “FUN DAY”
Donations needed (see flyer)
Amazon Wish List - https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1PNSOFFUNDU5Y?ref_=wl_share
Let us shop for you - Square link - https://square.link/u/yE3JtV1L
FRIENDS OF STAMFORD HIGH (FOSH)
Attention baseball fans!
Check out this deal on Yankee tickets through the PT Council of Stamford.
Remember to select Stamford High School when checking out!
ATTENDANCE GRADE RECOVERY (AGR) INFORMATION
Questions about the AGR process?
Grades 9 and 12: jcarde@stamfordpublicschools.org
Grades 10 and 11: dostasiewski@stamfordpublicschools.org
SHS “U-KNIGHTED NATION” TUTORING
If any student needs extra academic support throughout the school year, the SHS U-Knighted Nation organization is here to assist! Made up of student volunteers, the UKN tutors are available to assist and help ANY student that may need it.
CELL PHONE POLICY FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ’S)
For cell phone Frequently Asked Questions, please click here.
“OPEN CAMPUS”
Parents and families, as a reminder, the SPS “Open Campus Policy” is only permissible for students in GRADES 11 and 12.
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