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Castle Chronicles 08.31.26

Posted Date: 08/31/26 (02:10 PM)
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CASTLE CHRONICLES

August 31, 2026
Photo of a piece white-lined composition paper with the Blue Knight icon and the greeting, Welcome Home, Knights!
As we open the doors for a new school year, I want to share how much we’re looking forward to welcoming students back to campus, Whether you have a seasoned senior ready to take on their final year, a confident sophomore, or a nervous seventh grader stepping into new territory, we know each stage comes with its own mix of excitement and uncertainty. Please know that we are here to support your student and your family every step of the way. A strong partnership between home and school is essential to every student’s success. We are committed to open, timely communication and welcome your questions, feedback, and ideas along the way. Here’s to a happy and successful year ahead! Jeanne M. Nelson SMHS Principal
 

SCHOOL STARTS WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2!

The PARENT DROP-OFF and PARENT PICK-UP AREA is located on the LEFT SIDE OF THE PARKING LOT, NEAR THE BASEBALL FIELD. Please follow the traffic pattern. There will be signage and staff outside to direct you.

PARENT DROP-OFF is also available for drivers entering from Route 6A via the main driveway. Proceed all the way to the back of the school and drop-off is to the left through the cafeteria entrance.

Bus routes are available via the Sandwich Public Schools District website.

Please DRIVE SLOWLY! We have many pedestrians and new student drivers on campus. Thank you!
Poster of a school bus and two hazard symbols with the caption SMHS, Please drive slowly!
 

SMHS DAILY ROTATING SCHEDULE

Photo of the 7 drop 1 daily rotating schedule. We start with DAY 7 (periods 7, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5) and follow with DAY 6 (periods 6, 7, 1, 2, 3, 4), DAY 5, DAY 4, DAY 3, DAY 2, and DAY 1. Each period is 51 minutes and students meet with 6 classes a day. Lunch is 20 minutes and there are 4 lunch waves. High school eats 1st lunch (10:43-11:03) and 2nd lunch (11:06-11:26), grade 7 eats 3rd lunch at 11:29-11:49 and grade 8 eats 4th lunch at 11:52-12:12. Dismissal is at 2:00 PM on M, T, TH and F. On Wednesdays, school is dismissed at 1:00 PM.

THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL, SEPTEMBER 2 is a DAY 7.

  • The first day of school for the 2026-2027 school year is September 2.
  • We will start with DAY 7.
  • Period 7 meets first at 7:30 AM.
  • School is dismissed at 2:00 PM on M, T, TH and F.
  • Every Wednesday, school is dismissed at 1:00 PM.
  • Here is the 2026-2027 LUNCH SCHEDULE. High school students attend either the 1st or 2nd lunch, depending on their teacher's lunch assignment.
  • ALL 7th GRADERS eat 3rd lunch.
  • ALL 8th GRADERS eat 4th lunch.
 

BREAKFAST & LUNCH ARE FREE FOR THE 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR!

BREAKFAST AND LUNCH ARE FREE FOR THE 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR! 2nd LUNCHES, SNACKS AND SELTZERS, MUST BE PURCHASED. ADD FUNDS TO YOUR STUDENT’S ACCOUNT AT WWW.MYSCHOOLBUCKS.COM
 

JOIN US FOR THE SMHS OPEN HOUSE!

SMHS OPEN HOUSE is September 10 from %:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Come and follow your student's schedule starting with period 1 and ending with period 7. You'll spend approximately 10 minutes in each class. Please bring a copy of your student's schedule. Copies will also be available in the lobby. Hope to see you there!
Please join us on THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2026 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM for our annual SMHS OPEN HOUSE!

Follow your student's schedule! The Open House schedule begins at 5:00 PM in Period 1 and continues with 10 minute visits in each period, ending in Period 7. It is helpful to have your student's schedule in hand. Schedules will also be available in the main lobby on September 10.

Open House is a great opportunity to meet your student's teachers and hear about the exciting school year ahead!
 

NURSE CONTACT INFORMATION

Post that says: Please contact the school nurse if your student has an injury that affects mobility. The middle school nurse is Terese Dashuta and her email is tdashuta@sandwich.k12.ma.us. The high school nurse is Cindy Desimone and her email is cdesimone@sandwich.k12.ma.us. Thank you!
 

HEY KNIGHTS, CHECK OUT THESE TIPS FOR SUCCESS:

Poster of reminders for student success: - CHARGE YOUR CHROMEBOOK EVERY NIGHT! - MAXIMIZE KNIGHT TIME! - CHECK OUT PEER TUTORING - ARRIVE ON TIME! - DO YOUR BEST! - ASK FOR HELP!
 

UPCOMING EVENTS

Upcoming Events Sept. 2: First Day of School Sept. 8: Fall Sports Parent Event 6:00 PM Auditorium Sept. 10: Open House 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Sept. 11: Senior Class Field Trip to Camp Burgess Sept. 22: Picture Day Sept. 30: Parent-Teacher Conferences from 1:15 PM - 3:15 PM
 

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR THE SMHS SCHOOL COUNCIL

Volunteers needed for the SMHS School Council. We meet on the 3rd Monday of every other month from 2:15 PM - 3:00 PM in the SMHS main office conference room. Advise on school policies. Promote school improvement. Facilitate communication. Organize events and activities. Support Strategic Planning. Interested? Please complete this form.
The first SMHS School Council Meeting is on Monday, September 21 at 2:15 PM in the SMHS main office conference room.
 

JOIN THE PTSA & GET CREDIT FOR YOUR STUDENT's CLASS!

One more day for double credits! Juniors are still in the lead, but the 7th graders are right on their heels! Who will take the top spot?
 
Today, AUGUST 31, is the last day for your $25 donation to the Activities Fund to double your chance of winning the prize for extra money in your class budget before September 1st!


Teachers...don't miss out on your extra credit! This is the last day for your $15 membership to double your chance of being eligible for cash prizes!
July Results from the PTSA Activity Fundraiser.
 

PLEASE REACH OUT IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS!

Do you have any questions? Please don't hesitate to contact us at (508) 888-4900 or send an email to staff member's first name initial followed by their surname @sandwich.k12.ma.us