May 19, 2023
Dear SAU 90 Staff and Families,
This week, I had the opportunity to spend some time at Hampton Academy. Our middle school students are in the middle of their New Hampshire Assessments. There was a sense of seriousness and purpose as I visited students in their classrooms, as they wind down the school year. There has been an increase in behaviors at the middle school which has been brought to my attention. Consistency in expectations and reminders about the Hampton Academy Way will help to reinforce student conduct. These include - Manage Yourself; Act Responsibly; and Respect Yourself and Others. It is our intent to provide our students with a quality education in a safe, healthy, and happy environment. This is contingent upon everyone doing their part. We appreciate your partnership as we continue to work together on our students’ behalf.
Students continue to participate in end of year assessments. These are used to monitor student progress and to inform our instructional programs. Remember for students to perform at their best, it is important for students to get a good night’s sleep, eat a healthy breakfast, and arrive to school on time. Your support and attention to this matter is greatly appreciated.
This morning, I attended the New Hampshire School Administrators Association monthly meeting. During that time, Jennifer Graham from the Governor’s Youth Advisory Council on Substance Misuse and Prevention reviewed New Hampshire’s statewide campaign, “No Safe Experience.” This is specifically aimed at middle school and high school students and families. Focus is around awareness and education. They specifically shared that fentanyl is, unfortunately here in our state and impacting many of our children and families. Sadly, fentanyl is becoming more prevalent in illicit substances and fake pills. Don’t take a chance; with fentanyl, there is no safe experience. For more information, please visit: https://nosafeexperience.org/
Each week, I try to provide you with relevant information, updates in our district, and current events. This is my way of partnering with all our stakeholders in my efforts to communicate with you. There is always something to share, and it is a pleasure doing so. I am now asking you to share with me. As the first normal year since COVID-19 winds down, I am looking for your thoughts and feedback. Specifically, I am seeking to know more about highlights from the school year, focal areas for improvement, and anything else you think would be important for me to know as we plan for the 2023-2024 school year. This brief survey will be used to set goals and objectives for our district over the summer with our leadership team. Please take some time between now and June 16 to complete the attached survey. Thank you in advance. Survey
Wishing you a wonderful weekend ahead!
Warmly, Dr. Lois B. Costa
Superintendent of SAU 90
This week’s Shark News: Shark News 05.19.23