Let’s heat things up and show some school spirit all week long!

🧸 Monday (2/2): Sweat-Set Day

Cozy vibes only — break out your comfiest sweats!

🎒 Tuesday (2/3): Anything But a Backpack Day

Get creative… just make sure you can still carry your belongings! 😉

✨ Wednesday (2/4): Dress to Impress

Time to bring the style!

🏈 Thursday (2/5): Pats Nation Day

Get out your Patriots gear and show that New England pride!

💙Friday (2/6): Blue Knight Pride Day

Let’s see that Blue Knight spirit! 💙

As part of the national Great Kindness Challenge Week, SMHS students visited Oak Ridge and Forestdale Elementary Schools to help spread kindness and positivity throughout our school community.

Students, staff, and community members formed Kindness Tunnels at both schools, greeting arriving students with smiles, waves, cheers, and words of encouragement. The tunnels created an uplifting start to the day and highlighted the power of small acts of kindness.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this a meaningful and memorable experience for our elementary students.

SMHS eighth graders, Serena Perez and Heidi Prosper, were literally jumping for joy on Friday when they learned they had won the One8 Student Solve event held this past December.

Partnering with Liberty Mutual and the Pan-Mass Challenge, students explored mission-driven challenges related to community engagement and large-scale event planning, gaining insight into how problem solving and innovation support making a meaningful impact.

Serena and Heidi competed against more than 250 students from across the state to create a solution to a real-world challenge proposed by Liberty Mutual.

We are incredibly proud of Serena and Heidi for representing SMHS so well and showcasing the power of student innovation. Special thanks to middle school engineering teacher, Mr. Steve Watson, for his guidance and encouragement.

We invite all families to participate in a brief survey from MASCA (the Massachusetts School Counselors Association) as part of a program review they are conducting of our counseling department.

MASCA is the professional organization that supports school counseling programs across the Commonwealth and provides guidance on best practices in student support and services.

We are committed to continuously improving our programs and value feedback from parents and students as an essential part of that process.

We strongly encourage your participation. If you have any questions, please call (508) 888-4900.

The survey link can be found below. The survey will remain open during the month of February.

Thank you for your time and support!

More than 15,800 students across Massachusetts participated in Poetry Out Loud, and SMHS senior Breanna Prindle has advanced as one of the semi-finalists.

The Semi-Finals will take place at Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theatre (2357 State Highway, Route 6) on February 8, 2026 at 1:00 PM. Breanna will recite two of the three poems she selected for this round of competition.

Breanna is no stranger to performing in the spotlight. Last year, she advanced to the Massachusetts Finals. The Semi-Finals are free and open to the public, and community members are encouraged to attend to support Breanna and enjoy performances from talented students representing schools from across Cape Cod.

We’re excited to share that the Sandwich Public Schools' Summer Scholars program will have a new location and updated schedule this summer! Summer Scholars will take place at Oak Ridge School from July 13–30, 2026, meeting Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 

Summer Scholars is an invitation-based program designed to provide targeted reading and math support to students who will be entering grades 1-9 in the fall.

We’re looking forward to a fun, engaging summer of learning and will share more details soon!  

Students are invited to submit original t-shirt designs for the Colby Lippincott Wiffle Ball Tournament, a wonderful community event created by Colby’s friends to honor his love of baseball.

Designs are due to Mr. Dobbins or Ms. D'Avena on Thursday, February 6.

The winning design will be selected by art teachers and students involved in the first tournament.

The student artist whose design is chosen will receive an Apple iPad (11”, 128 GB, Colby Blue or equivalent). The winning t-shirt will be available for purchase in May.

👉 Scan the QR code above for full contest rules, design guidelines, and inspiration ideas.

SMHS parent Juan Palomar visited SMHS's Advanced Placement Spanish class for a charla (chat) focused on culture and global perspectives. Mr. Palomar, a native of Spain, offered firsthand insights into various topics, such as, village vs. city life and how those experiences compare to the United States. His visit helped bring the Spanish language to life and gave students an opportunity to converse with a native speaker.

he Town of Sandwich will host Tides of Change, a community event focused on mental health and substance use awareness, on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at the Sandwich Center for Active Living. This event is open to community members of all ages and families and is designed to promote wellness while connecting families with local resources and supports.

The event will run from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM and will include an open gym space, a keynote presentation, and a community resource fair featuring local organizations and services. Coffee and lunch will be provided.

Tides of Change aims to foster connection, awareness, and support in a welcoming environment. Families are encouraged to attend and take advantage of the opportunity to learn, engage, and connect with community resources.

All are welcome! Get a group together & reserve a table! Enjoy a gourmet dinner at the Dunbar House while supporting the PTSA Blue Knight Senior Award fund. Awards are presented annually to 3 graduating SMHS seniors.

First come first serve- Trips fill up fast! Turn permission slips and forms in ASAP

*The Bus will leave SHS parking lot PROMPTLY at 5:15 AM*

The bus will be returning to SHS at approximately 8 PM

*Rentals are available at the mountain but renting prior to the trip is a good option.

**Students are required to wear a helmet at all times while skiing and snowboarding**

(Rental helmets are available at the mountain)

QUESTIONS/CONCERNS?

Contact Mike McNeill at mmcneill@sandwich.k12.ma.us or stop by room C326

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Never been skiing or boarding? -YOU MUST See Mr. McNeill-(C326) for learn to ski/ride packages and you must have a learn to ski/ride buddy.

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Seniors! As you begin to finalize your plans for next year, we want to remind you not to leave free money on the table!

There are currently incredible scholarship opportunities available that can significantly reduce your financial burden for college. While the process can sometimes feel daunting, please remember that not every application requires an essay. In fact, some of these scholarships are as simple as submitting a brief letter of interest!

Don't hesitate! Apply today! Your future self will thank you.

For a complete list of current opportunities, or if you have any questions about how to get started, please stop by the guidance office to see your school counselor or Mrs. Murphy. We are here to help you succeed!

The SMHS PTSA is proud to announce the 2026 Blue Knight Senior Award, recognizing graduating seniors who exemplify what it means to be a Blue Knight.

The PTSA will award up to three one-time scholarships of $1,000 to members of the Class of 2026. These awards are designed to support seniors as they take their next steps after high school and to celebrate students who have made a positive impact on the SMHS community.

Applications are now open in Naviance under PTSA Scholarship.

📅 Deadline to apply: April 28, 2026

We encourage all eligible seniors to apply and take advantage of this opportunity.

SMHS senior, Breanna Prindle, is generously offering Irish Dance Workshops for all students in grades 7-12 who are interested in learning Irish Step dancing.

No experience is needed, and students may participate whether or not they plan to perform. Workshops will be taught on campus after school.

Students can sign up by scanning the QR code on the flyer.

Thank you, Breanna, for volunteering your time and sharing your talent with us!

Cape Kid Meals has partnered with SMHS to assist all SANDWICH PUBLIC SCHOOL FAMILIES in need. 

The SMHS food pantry will be open every Wednesday evening from 5:00 PM–6:00 PM in room A100 at SMHS. Families can visit in person or place a food order by scanning the QR code. No appointment necessary.