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STAMFORD HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL'S NEWSLETTER
55 Strawberry Hill Ave. Stamford, Connecticut 06902
Week Ending Friday, August 29, 2025
Mr. Matthew Forker, Principal
SHS WELCOMES THE CLASS OF 2029!
What a week! SHS officially opened its doors for the 2025-2026 school year, and it was a great success. We started with a special day for our freshmen, giving them a chance to get comfortable with the building, find their classes, and meet the staff who will support them. To cap off the day, our veteran students welcomed them at a fun club and activities fair.
On Wednesday, the energy was incredible as our entire student body came back together. It was wonderful to see everyone reconnecting and beginning what is sure to be another great year for our students and families.
We want to extend a huge thank you to everyone who made this week's opening so smooth—our teachers, administration, support staff, cafeteria workers, security team, and the incredible custodial staff. The school looks amazing, and we can't wait to see what this year holds!
THIS WEEK’S UPDATE
Here are some quick updates and reminders for the academic week ending August 29, 2025. Links have been provided, where applicable, to help with further details. Have a great weekend with your families!
SEPTEMBER’S UPCOMING IMPORTANT DATES
September 1: Labor Day No School
September 18: Open School Night Details to Come
September 23: Rosh Hashanah No School
September 24: Rosh Hashanah No School
TEAMWORK MAKES THE DREAM….DRAWING!
On opening day, Ceramics students in Ms. Alter's class worked together in a drawing challenge. Each student held only a string (without touching the marker) Together, each table tried to draw the SHS Knight!
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.
MEET THE NEW HEAD OF SCHOOL COUNSELING!
SHS is proud to formally welcome Mrs. Andrena Forlenzo-Legutko to her new role as the head of School Counseling.
Andrena has been with SHS for many years and is well versed in course selection, college and career counseling, the college application process, and in supporting all students as they navigate their four years at SHS! Her knowledge and experience make her a true asset to SHS!
ATTENDANCE REMINDERS FOR STUDENTS AND FAMILIES
Please remember to submit any student absences to the Absence Documentation Form within 10 school days of the absence.
Appropriate documentation (parent note, doctor's note, official paperwork) must be provided for the absence to be approved.
COLLEGE AND CAREER CENTER
Welcome back! The College and Career Center is officially open for the new school year.
We have a packed schedule of college visits starting the first week of September. Check your Naviance account to register for these events—more than 50 schools have already signed up!
Parents: Don't miss out on important updates. Make sure you're getting our weekly newsletter by registering through Naviance. If you need help, just reach out to your school counselor.
Want a sneak peek at upcoming events and all things college and career? Follow the School Counseling Department on Instagram at @shscounselingdept. We'll be posting new information every week!
STAFF MEMBERS OF THE WEEK!
Welcome back to SHS nurses’ Madga and Roxana, still smiling after getting through all of the medical forms for new and returning students!
ACTION PHOTOS OF THE WEEK!
This week the SHS Girls Varsity Soccer team hosted Bethel in a preseason match. Special thanks to Biology teacher Mr. James Barron for the action pics!
FOSH (Friends of Stamford High)
Parents, looking to get involved? Look no further as our SHS parent group FOSH is ready for ideas and for volunteers!
SHS INTERACT CLUB IS BACK AND READY FOR NEW MEMBERS!
Need service hours? Want to make an impact in your school and community? Join Interact! Interact organizes numerous projects every year, helping our school, community and international understanding. Interactors work together, carry out projects and develop leadership skills.
Celebrate the community impact of Interact by getting involved with activities such as:
Healing Hearts
SHS Care Closet
Comfort Cases
Big Brother/Big Sister
Stamford Museum and Nature Center activities
Building One Community
How do I join?
Our first meeting will be Monday 9/15 after school in A119. Hope to see you there!
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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