News & Events

Board of Education Winter 2025 Snapshot

04/15/2025

Take a look at the Board of Education's Winter 2025 snapshot!

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Credit Monitoring Update

02/07/2025

A special update from Powerschool regarding credit monitoring services .

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Proposed Budget Discussion Press Release 2025

01/31/2025

Special BOE meeting to discuss the proposed budget

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Update on the PowerSchool Cybersecurity Incident

01/29/2025

An update regarding the Powerschool Cybersecurity Incident

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A Guide to Special Education in Berlin

11/07/2024

A Guide to Special Education in Berlin

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BOE Candidate Forum Press Release 2024

10/23/2024

BOE Candidate Forum Press Release 2024

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Veterans Day Program

10/21/2024

Veterans Day Program

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Safety & Security Forum Recording

10/03/2024

Safety & Security Forum Recording

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Community Forum Press Release

10/02/2024

Community Forum Press Release

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Newington SEPTO Mock Traffic Stop

10/01/2024

Newington SEPTO Mock Traffic Stop

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Board of Education Fall 2024 Snapshot

10/01/2024

Board of Education Fall 2024 Snapshot

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Berlin Board of Education: Candidate Forum

11/06/2022

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BOE Chair Julia Dennis tours Berlin Public Schools

09/27/2022

BOE Chair Julia Dennis tours Berlin Public Schools

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BHS Artist - Andrew Helm Nominated for Artsonia Artist of the Week

01/13/2022

BHS Artist - Andrew Helm Nominated for Artsonia Artist of the Week

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BOE Schedule of Regular Meetings 2/22 - 1/23

12/03/2021

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Free Vaccination Clinic

09/22/2021

A vaccination clinic will be held at Berlin High School on September 29th

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Revised Open House Schedule 2021-22

09/08/2021

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2021 - 2022 Lunch Information

09/01/2021

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Opening of School and COVID-19 Mitigation Measures 8/20/21

08/20/2021

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Finance and Operations Committee Meeting

07/20/2021

Finance and Operations Committee Meeting Message

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Superintendent's Budget Presentation (02/08/21)

02/08/2021

Superintendent's Budget Presentation (02/08/21)

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Informational Meeting on Budget Flyer

02/04/2021

Informational Meeting on Budget Flyer

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2021-2022 Superintendent's Proposed Budget

01/12/2021

2021-2022 Superintendent's Proposed Budget

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PreSchool Round-Up

01/06/2021

Join us for a preschool screening to gather information about language, motor, and social development. A hearing screening will be available.

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BOE Meeting Dates Feb 2020 - Jan 2021

12/16/2020

BOE Meeting Dates Feb 2020 - Jan 2021

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BHS Fall Sports Awards Night Held Virtually

12/10/2020

The Athletic Dept will present a Virtual Awards Ceremony on Youtube Live on Thursday Dec. 10 at 7:00 PM

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Virtual Veterans Day Ceremony

11/11/2020

Virtual Veterans Day Ceremony

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Board Member Search Oct 2020

10/02/2020

Board Member Search Oct 2020

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Reopening Plan Fall 2020 - Updated 8/10

07/30/2020

Reopening Plan Fall 2020 - Updated 8/10

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Extended School Year Operations Plan

07/02/2020

In-Person Extended School Year and Credit Recovery Program Operations Plan

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New AD David Francalangia Returns to Berlin

07/01/2020

Newly Appointed Athletic Director David Francalangia begins his work at BHS as of July 1, 2020

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Superintendent Letter June 26, 2020

07/01/2020

Superintendent Letter June 26, 2020

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Summer Math Practice 2020

06/18/2020

Summer Math Practice 2020

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Superintendent and Board of Education Letter - Response to Recent Events

06/12/2020

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Letter to Parents June 12, 2020

06/12/2020

Letter to Parents June 12, 2020

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BHS Student-Athletes Declare Post Secondary Plans

06/01/2020

BHS Student Athletes Declare Their Plans to Participate in Athletics in College

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No Breakfast Lunch Distribution on May 25th

05/21/2020

Please Note: There will be no Breakfast/Lunch distribution on Monday May, 25th. However there will be extra meals distributed on Friday May, 22nd to substitute. Distribution will continue on schedule Wednesday May, 27th.

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Letter to Parents May 8, 2020

05/08/2020

Letter to Parents May 8, 2020

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Berlin District Art Show *POSTPONED*

04/17/2020

The District Art show that was scheduled for April 29 2020 to May 4 2020 has been POSTPONED.

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Letter to Parents April 9, 2020

04/13/2020

Letter to Parents April 9, 2020

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COVID - 19 CIAC Message

04/13/2020

COVID - 19 CIAC Message

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Monitoring COVID-19 (Coronavirus)

03/13/2020

Monitoring COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Notifications. This news post will be updated periodically as updates are released. *Updated 3/17/20

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BOE Adopted Budget for FY 2020-2021

02/20/2020

BOE Adopted Budget for FY 2020-2021

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Berlin BOE Meeting - Proposed 2020-21 budget

01/29/2020

The Berlin Board of Education has scheduled an informational meeting on Monday, February 10, 2020, at 5:45 p.m., in the Berlin High School Auditorium to discuss the Superintendent’s Proposed 2020-21 budget.

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Lizzy Litwinko Named Courant Player of the Week

01/21/2020

The Courant Honored Senior Lizzy Litwinko as Female Player of the Week

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BHS Sports Archive

01/13/2020

A new website where historical information about BHS Sports Teams will be housed. Team honors, and individual honors are documented.

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CIAC Produces Public Service Announcement about Fan Behavior

12/18/2019

The CIAC, as part of its Class-Act program, has produced a public service announcement to raise awareness of inappropriate fan behavior

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BOE Special Meeting Canceled 12-17-19

12/17/2019

BOE Special Meeting Canceled 12-17-19

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2019 Veterans Day Program

10/22/2019

The Berlin Public Schools cordially invite you to attend a Veterans Day Program Monday, November 11, 2019 7:00 p.m. Berlin High School Auditorium 139 Patterson Way, Berlin, CT

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New Tennis Courts Dedicated to Long-Time Tennis Coach Rex Smith

08/09/2019

Berlin High School Dedicated the New Tennis Facility in the Name of Rex Smith, who coached Boys Tennis for over 38 years at BHS

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Press Release: Berlin Teacher Honored

04/08/2019

Berlin High School Teacher Honored in 2019 Hall of Fame

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Featured Video

03/18/2019

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2019 District Art Show

03/14/2019

The Berlin Public Schools is excited to announce that their annual district-wide art show celebration will be exhibited from April 16-21, 2019, at the New Britain Museum of American Art, 56 Lexington Street, New Britain. The opening reception will be held on Tuesday, April 16, 2019, from 6-7:30 p.m. We look forward to seeing you there.

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Budget Proposal Presentation 2-11-2019

02/13/2019

Budget Proposal Presentation 2-11-2019

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2019-2020 Kindergarten Registration

02/04/2019

2019-2020 Kindergarten Registration is now open!

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Preschool Round-Up: Learn More About Your Child

12/11/2018

Join us for a preschool screening to gather information about language, motor, and social development. A hearing screening will be available.

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Veteran's Day Program 2018

10/24/2018

The Berlin Public Schools cordially invite you to attend a Monday, November 12, 2018 at 7:00 p.m.

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BHS Football Selected as the Fox61 Game of the Week

10/16/2018

BHS Homecoming Game is the Fox61 Game of the week

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Stuff a Cruiser Donation Competition 2018!

10/15/2018

All donations will go to the Berlin Food Pantry!

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New Berlin Athletics Website

10/11/2018

Check out the all-new Berlin Athletics Website with Schedules and Information about Berlin Sports Teams

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Welcome to our new Berlin Public Schools website!

10/10/2018

Please pardon our appearance while we work through the transition.

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BOE Meeting Minutes 6/18/18 (S)

07/18/2018

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BOE Meeting Minutes 7-5-18 (C)

07/17/2018

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YMCA Lifeguard Certification Course

07/10/2018

Trained to Save Lives - Lifeguard certification course at the New Britain-Berlin YMCA!

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Summer Math Practice

07/08/2018

At the end of the school year, students entering grades 1-5 were given a math packet with activities, websites, and apps that can be used to review important grade level skills over the summer. To access...

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CAS Award Winners

07/05/2018

Congratulations to CT Association of Schools Winners Saige Beatman and Garrett Fallon.

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BOE Meeting Minutes 6/11/18

07/02/2018

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Summer Math at McGee

07/02/2018

At this time, all incoming 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students have had the opportunity to hear about the summer math packet requirements from the middle school math teachers. Students have been provided with a math packet that should be completed during the summer and turned in by the end of the first week of school in the fall. This packet includes a review of important grade level concepts that students should have a solid grasp of. If your child has misplaced the summer math packet, you can get a new copy from the office staff at McGee. Have a wonderful summer!

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Summer Reading at McGee

06/29/2018

At this time, all incoming 6th, 7th and 8th grade students have had the opportunity to hear about the summer reading requirements from the library staff. Students have also had an opportunity to borrow books for the summer from the McGee library. Please see attached memo for requirements for McGee students this summer. Happy Reading!

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Cop In or Cop Out Basketball Tournament

06/19/2018

3 on 3 tournament, August 11, 2018!

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YMCA Dive-In Movie

06/15/2018

Grab a towel, your favorite float and join us for a Family Movie Night here at the New Britain YMCA.

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YMCA Summer Membership Special

06/15/2018

Looking for a great place to spend the summer months with your family? Look no further than your local YMCA.

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Summer Reading

06/15/2018

It is time for some Summer Reading! Here are a lot of links to start your summer of reading off right!

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Band Registration 2018-2019

06/11/2018

Please click to register your child for Instrumental Band 2018-2019.

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The Willard End-of-School Newsletter is Here!

06/08/2018

Please click the link to access the Willard End-of-School newsletter.

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PRESS RELEASE: 2-1-1 Connecticut Strives to Connect More People to the Help They Need

06/04/2018

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YMCA Group Swim Lessons - Summer & Fall Sessions

06/04/2018

Our swim lessons build water safety skills, confidence, and character.

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YMCA Private Swim Lessons

06/04/2018

Our Private Lessons run on a rolling registration with the option of an 8 class bundle or a 4 class bundle. 45 minute lessons, certified swim instructors, one-on-one!

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Jonathon Trevethan Takes State Class M Tennis Crown

06/01/2018

Jonathon Trevethan wins the Class M Individual Championship in Tennis.

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2018 SPRING CHORAL CONCERTS

05/30/2018

7th & 8th Grade SPRING CHORAL CONCERT. Tuesday, June 5, 2018. Concert begins at 6:30 pm

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June Family Calendar

05/30/2018

The calendar for Willard families for the month of June is attached....

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Willard Snapshot: Band and Chorus

05/16/2018

This month's Snapshot video highlights our band and chorus programs for upper elementary students.

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Berlin Bravos for Dawn Niles and Ryan Sambitsky

05/16/2018

Berlin Bravos were awarded to Ryan Sambitsky and Dawn Niles for the hard work they put in each and every school day..

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Softball Team Event Supports Tyler Cop Foundation

05/10/2018

The BHS Girls Softball team will hold a fundraiser on May 22 to benefit the Tyler Cop Memorial Foundation

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Berlin Parks and Recreation Summer 2018 Brochure

05/07/2018

Information on the summer 2018 programs being offered by the Berlin Parks and Recreation department.

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YMCA Camp Thundermoon 2018

05/07/2018

Join us for the best summer ever where your child's days are filled with friendship, learning, activities and most of all, fun!

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Help us celebrate Staff Appreciation Week

05/04/2018

Please help us celebrate the Superheros of Willard School. Click for more....

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Willard Pride Students of the Month: Strong Work Ethic

05/04/2018

Congratulations to our Students of the Month for their strong work ethic.

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2018 SPRING MUSIC CONCERTS

04/30/2018

BAND –Thursday, May 10, 2018. 6:30 pm performance CHORUS *NEW DATE - Tuesday, June 5, 2018. 6:30 Performance

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May Family Calendar

04/26/2018

The calendar for Willard families for the month of May is attached....

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Disney's High School Musical on Stage!

04/25/2018

Berlin UPBEAT and Parks & Recreation present Disney's High School Musical on Stage! Registration starting Monday May 7, 2018.

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Press Release: Berlin BOE Vacancy

04/24/2018

The Berlin Board of Education is looking for individuals interested in being considered for a vacant position on the Board. As a non-partisan board of education, the Board will select a new member from interested residents, regardless of party affiliation or prior political experience.

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2018-19 Budget Referendum

04/23/2018

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Willard Pride Students of the Month: Clarity and Precision

04/18/2018

Congratulations to our Students of the Month for thinking and communicating with clarity and precision.

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Willard Snapshot: Number Talks

04/18/2018

This month's "Willard Snapshot" focuses on Number Talks and the Habit of Mind of "Thinking and Communicating with Clarity and Precision".

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Four BHS Athletes Sign Commitment Letters on National Signing Day

04/15/2018

Four BHS Seniors committed to colleges as part of the National Signing Day.

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BHS Athletics Spotlight Games / Contests

04/15/2018

Come out and support our BHS spring sports teams at the Spotlight Events this spring.

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Appointment of Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction

03/29/2018

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Kindergarten Orientation and Registration

03/29/2018

Students who will be age 5 on or before January 1, 2019 are eligible to attend kindergarten during the 2018-2019 school year. Click here for further information.

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April Family Calendar

03/27/2018

The calendar for Willard families for the month of April is attached....

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McGee Middle School Pizza Night

03/26/2018

Tuesday, March 27th Bill's Pizza 1181 Farmington Avenue (860) 828 - 3581

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Athletic Practices and Tryouts will end by 2:30 Due to Weather

03/21/2018

Due to today's predicted snow, all practices may take place but must end by 2:30 PM, today - Wed. March 21.

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McGee Musicians attending Music Festival

03/19/2018

The following students from McGee Middle School auditioned for the CMEA Northern Region Music Festival in January and achieved impressive scores to earn them a spot in upcoming music festival. They will perform with top musicians from around the state of CT in a Music Festival on March 23rd & 24th.

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Berlin Bravos for London Mason and McKayla DeJesus

03/19/2018

Berlin Bravos were awarded to London and McKayla for academic and social growth at Willard School.

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Tryouts for Spring Sports

03/12/2018

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The Willard Snapshot - Technology

03/09/2018

Our first Willard Snapshot highlights technology at Willard School. Click for a link to the video.

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McGee Drama Club presents: Curtains, the musical comedy whodunnit!

03/06/2018

It's the brassy, bright, and promising year of 1959. Boston's Colonial Theatre is host to the opening night performance of a new musical. When the leading lady mysteriously dies on stage the entire cast & crew are suspects. It's up to Lt. Frank Cioffi, a police detective who moonlights as a musical theater fan, to save the show, solve the case, and maybe even find love before "Robbin' Hood" reopens, without getting himself or anyone else killed. Bring your whole family to the musical that everyone is DYING to see!

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03/02/2018

Parent-Teacher Conferences Wednesday, March 14th (afternoon 12:15-2:45 pm) Thursday, March 15th (evening 5:30-8:00 pm) Wednesday, March 22nd (afternoon 12:15-2:45 pm) Sign up using the online scheduler.

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Get Your Predictions In For Friday's Unsettled Weather

03/01/2018

Get in on the Fun. Make a prediction about a possible weather impact on our school day. Friday looks like it might be the day . .

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8th Grade Course Registration

03/01/2018

It is hard to believe, but it is time for your child to select his/her high school courses! This afternoon at McGee during Directed Study, your child was provided the BHS Program of Studies for 2018-2019. Your child must log into the PowerSchool online platform from March 5th-9th in order to register for his/her freshman classes at BHS.

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CAS Awards for Victoria Mosur and Katelyn Tierney

03/01/2018

Students were awarded for their outstanding abilities in the performing and visual arts.

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March Family Calendar

02/27/2018

The calendar for Willard families for the month of March is attached....

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02/21/2018

Please see the attached letter for directions on how to sign-up for Parent Teacher conferences.

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BHS Basketball Senior Night Honoring Tyler Cop

02/09/2018

The Boys Basketball Team will honor the memory of Tyler Cop at their Senior Night on Feb. 19. Tyler's Uniform number will be retired at the ceremony. Come out and support the whole Athletic Community on this special evening.

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Willard Pride Students of the Month: Persisting

02/01/2018

Congratulations to our Students of the Month for persisting through challenging tasks!

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PTO Meeting for 2/5 Cancelled; Next Meeting 3/5

01/31/2018

The February meeting has been cancelled. Notes for families are attached.

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February Family Calendar

01/29/2018

The calendar for Willard families for the month of February is attached....

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Thank you for Supporting Elementary Spirit Night

01/22/2018

Thank you to all Willard Families for coming out to support Elementary Spirit Night on Thursday, January 18

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Thank You For Your Donations to the Library Media Center's Lego Drive

01/16/2018

The McGee Encore program would like to thank all the families who have donated Legos. The excitement is building as students have started sorting the donations and are helping us plan our new Lego Wall.

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Berlin Bravos

01/16/2018

Berlin Bravos for outstanding students Avery Wethje, Mya Lamoureux, and Cameron Zup

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BHS Athletic Spotlight Games/Contests

01/09/2018

Come out and support your Redcoats, at a series of "Spotlight" Free events across the entire athletic department. Read More

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Jonathon Trevethan Takes State

01/06/2018

BHS Tennis Player Undefeated in League and State Class Play

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Crafters Wanted

01/03/2018

Crafters Wanted Posted Wednesday, Jan 3, 2018 1:38:43 PM The PTO is hosting a craft fair March 24 and looking for artisans to participate.

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Support Willard at Wolf Pack Hockey Night

01/03/2018

Come support Willard School at the Wolf Pack Hockey Night, Friday, March 16

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Little Caesars Pizza Kit Fundraiser

01/03/2018

Order pizza kits from Little Caesars tp benefit the Willard PTO

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January Family Calendar

12/20/2017

The calendar for Willard families for the month of January is attached....

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Student Council raised $510 for Operation ELF

12/19/2017

The Willard Student Council collected money for Operation ELF to support military families

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Berlin Bravos

12/14/2017

McGee Grade 6 Students Recognized as Berlin Bravo Recipients at December Board of Education Meeting. Noah Melnyk was honored for being a great collaborator who utilizes resources and opportunities to grow as a learner. He is a kind friend who is willing to support others. He has risen to the challenge of advocating for himself and is a role model for others as a prepared, conscientious and hardworking student.

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Picture Retake Day

12/12/2017

Picture Retake Day Posted Tuesday, Dec 12, 2017 2:44:00 PM Thursday 12/14/17 8:30am - 10:30am

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Upbeat Senior Expo

12/08/2017

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The Holiday Shop is Coming

12/07/2017

The Holiday Shop is coming to Willard on December 19-21. Click for more...

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CAPSS Awards Presented to CJ Riccitelli and Samantha Dunn

12/06/2017

The Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents presented awards to Samantha Dunn and CJ Riccitelli for being outstanding student leaders.

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Willard Pride Students of the Month: Resolving Conflicts

12/04/2017

Congratulations to our Students of the Month for resolving conflicts in mindful and appropriate ways.

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Encore donates tree to the Wadsworth Atheneum Museum of Art's Festival of Trees & Traditions

11/29/2017

6th, 7th, and 8th grade students complete a course called Encore where they utilize the Library Media Center's makerspace and have an opportunity to create, think, explore, and tinker.

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Class M Quarterfinal Football Game

11/27/2017

Come out and support our Redcoats in the State Class M Quarterfinal Football game, Tuesday Nov. 28.

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December Family Calendar

11/22/2017

The calendar for Willard families for the month of December is attached....

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Athletic Dept. Receives Sportsmanship Award

11/16/2017

BHS was selected as a Michaels Cup "Class Act" school.

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Girls Soccer in State Championship Game - Ride the Fan Bus

11/15/2017

The Lady Redcoat Soccer team is headed to the State Fiinal on Saturday at 1:00 PM at Municipal Stadium in Waterbury.

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Infant Supply and Toy Drive to support CCMC

11/14/2017

Our annual infant supply and toy drive to support the Connecticut Children's Medical Center begins tomorrow, November 15th. New unwrapped toys and supplies for infants through teenagers are being collected in Mrs. Botticello's room. The toy drive will run from now through mid December.

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Willard School Spirit Wear

11/14/2017

Please use the attached link to purchase School Spirit Wear to benefit the Willard PTO. Orders due 11/28

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Willard Pride Students of the Month: Listening with Understanding and Empathy

11/14/2017

Congratulations to our Students of the Month for continuous efforts in listening to others and responding with empathy.

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BHS Junior Sets School Record in Diving

11/13/2017

Alina Whiteside breaks her own record in diving - read more.

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Earn Money for Willard at Price Chopper, Shoprite, and Stop&Shop

11/07/2017

Click to learn how you can help Willard PTO raise funds when you shop at Price Chopper, Shoprite, and Stop&Shop

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Veterans Day Program - Thursday Nov. 9, 2017

10/20/2017

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Stop&Shop A+ School Rewards

10/17/2017

Connect your Stop&Shop Card to McGee for school rewards: ID # 06154 at www.stopandshop.com

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Pasta Supper - Save the Date

10/17/2017

Save the Date: Willard School Pasta Supper is Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2018

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Berlin Volunteer Firefighters visit Willard School

10/17/2017

Berlin Volunteer Firefighters visited Willard Elementary School to teach the children about fire prevention and safety. Click for more...

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Price Chopper AdvantEdge

10/16/2017

Enroll your card at www.pricechopper.com with our school code 56500 or return this form to school with your card number and email and we will enroll for you

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McGee Middle School PTO Welcome Letter

10/15/2017

2017-2018 Welcome Letter

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Become a Member!

10/15/2017

Parents Club membership and 'unfundraiser' form

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Berlin Bravos for Lara Martins

10/12/2017

Celebrating Lara Martins, for being focused and determined fifth grade student.

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Willard Pride Students of the Month: Greeting Others

10/12/2017

Congratulations to our Students of the Month for continuous efforts in greeting others, showing respect to everyone.

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ESS Insights - October 2017

10/11/2017

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ESS Solutions - October 2017

10/11/2017

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McGee Middle School Pizza Night

09/25/2017

Tuesday, September 26th, Bill's Pizza. From 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm, 20% of your order will be donated to the McGee PTO!!!

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Berlin Fair Dunking Booth

09/12/2017

Support the band dunking booth this weekend at The Fair. Read more to see when and who you can dunk, while helping out our BHS Band . . .

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Congratulations to David Sirois, Teacher of the Year

09/06/2017

Congratulations to Mr. David Sirois, Willard Elementary School's 2017 Teacher of the Year.

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UPBEAT Berlin Fair Ride Wristbands

09/01/2017

Berlin Upbeat will be selling ride wristband tickets for the Berlin Fair starting Thursday August 31st until Tuesday, September 12th at each of the school offices.

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