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REMINDER: FRIDAY, APRIL 3, 2026
There is no school for students, teachers, and paraprofessionals on Friday, April 3, 2026.Our buildings, including Central Administration and Human Resources, will be open.
Every Voice, Every Story, Every Day!
Weekly Message from the Superintendent
As I do from time to time, I will use this week’s update to highlight a few quick but noteworthy items.
Off the top, and on behalf of Chief Technology Officer Joe Patuto, I want to thank EPS teachers and staff for the strong initial participation and positive feedback we are receiving following the rollout of our cybersecurity training. Special thanks to Chief Information Security Officer David Wright for curating the training sessions, which are informative, reasonably short, and engaging — always a great combination!
Mark your calendars for three great events on deck for the week of April 6, 2206. The Music Department’s Vocal Night Festival is set for Tuesday, April 7th at 6 p.m. in the Everett High School (EHS) Auditorium. Then, on Thursday, April 9th, we have two events back-to-back: Everett High Art Night runs from 4 to 6 p.m. in the EHS Library, while a Night of Percussion will kick off at 6 p.m. in the Gymnasium. The photo above is from one of two Band Nights held last week.
Our spring sports season is underway. Visit the Crimson Tide Athletics website for updated schedules for every Crimson Tide team.
Thanks to everyone who organized, supported, and oversaw this week’s MCAS testing. It’s always a stressful week, and I applaud the work you all do to ease minds and lift spirits. Below is a photo from the Whittier School, which held a pep rally on Tuesday to get students in the right frame of mind.
Finally, please remember that street cleaning begins on Wednesday, April 1, 2026. Take note of street signs and parking restrictions to avoid ticketing and towing.
Have a great weekend!
William D. Hart
Superintendent
Everett Public Schools
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Jeans Day: April 16, in Memory of Stephen Patenaude
The Everett Public Schools (EPS) will hold a district-wide Jeans Day in memory of EPS teacher Mr. Stephen Patenaude on Thursday, April 16, 2026. Proceeds will benefit autism research and education. Autism was a cause close to Stephen’s heart, as he was a strong supporter following his son’s diagnosis. This is a meaningful way to honor his memory while supporting a cause that mattered deeply to him. Please make your $5 contribution to your building’s Administrative Assistant and all final donations should be forwarded to the Lafayette School.
Thanks to Lafayette School teachers Janae Lunde and Faith Camplese for developing this great way to keep Mr. Patenaude and his family in our thoughts.
Thanks to Lafayette School teachers Janae Lunde and Faith Camplese for developing this great way to keep Mr. Patenaude and his family in our thoughts.
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April Acceleration Academy Staffing Opportunities at EHS
We are currently hiring for the April Acceleration Academy at Everett High School. This is a great opportunity to support students in credit recovery and postsecondary readiness. Open positions include Site Coordinator, ELA and math teachers, postsecondary support specialist, and job readiness facilitator.
If you are interested, please apply via TalentEd.
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Home Visit Initiative
As part of Superintendent Hart's continual efforts to address attendance — and build on gains the EPS has made over the last two and a half years — the district is pleased to be participating in a Parent Teacher Home Visit Program in partnership with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) and the Parent Teacher Home Visit organization. This initiative is part of a national effort to explore how supported teacher home visits can strengthen relationships with families and improve student engagement and attendance, particularly for English Language Learners and immigrant students.
The EPS is one of a select group of districts from across the country participating in this work. Through this program, teachers will conduct relationship-building home visits using an established protocol designed to support positive partnerships between schools and families. We are currently looking for teams to participate. Staff will conduct visits in pairs, and each pair will plan to visit at least six homes this spring (three from each teacher’s classroom).
The EPS is one of a select group of districts from across the country participating in this work. Through this program, teachers will conduct relationship-building home visits using an established protocol designed to support positive partnerships between schools and families. We are currently looking for teams to participate. Staff will conduct visits in pairs, and each pair will plan to visit at least six homes this spring (three from each teacher’s classroom).
Interested educators can apply via TalentEd. Please note that the Parent Teacher Home Visit organization will host a training session on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, from 3 to 6 p.m.
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Professional Learning Opportunities from Stonehill College
Stonehill College Graduate and Professional Studies wants to share upcoming opportunities for EPS educators and staff:
Partnering With Families for Student Success (Virtual, Zoom): Thursday, April 9, 2026, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. — Join Stonehill Associate Professor of Education Moon Chung, Ph.D., for a virtual seminar exploring how educators can move beyond simple communication toward genuine collaboration with families. Topics include recognizing cultural differences, the cultural reciprocity framework, and parent-coaching strategies. Earn 1.5 PDPs! Register here.
Educator Licensure Information Session with Allison LeClair (Virtual, Zoom): Monday, April 13, 2026, from 4 to 5 p.m. — Interested in pursuing or advancing your educator licensure? Join Stonehill's Allison LeClair for an informational session about their Graduate Teacher Education programs. Register here.
Partnering With Families for Student Success (Virtual, Zoom): Thursday, April 9, 2026, from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. — Join Stonehill Associate Professor of Education Moon Chung, Ph.D., for a virtual seminar exploring how educators can move beyond simple communication toward genuine collaboration with families. Topics include recognizing cultural differences, the cultural reciprocity framework, and parent-coaching strategies. Earn 1.5 PDPs! Register here.
Educator Licensure Information Session with Allison LeClair (Virtual, Zoom): Monday, April 13, 2026, from 4 to 5 p.m. — Interested in pursuing or advancing your educator licensure? Join Stonehill's Allison LeClair for an informational session about their Graduate Teacher Education programs. Register here.
Teacherpalooza: A Teacher Appreciation Even: tWednesday, June 17, 2026, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Stonehill College in Easton — Stonehill Graduate Teacher Education is hosting an outdoor party for all educators — teachers, specialists, paraprofessionals, and administrators — complete with yoga, Zumba, refreshments, music, giveaways, and more. (Adults only.) Register here.
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Living History
To help bring the American Revolution to life, an actor read “The Midnight Ride of Paul Revere” to Kate Larkin’s Grade 4 class at the Whittier School. This engaging experience connected students to literature and historical events, deepening their understanding of the role Paul Revere played in the American Revolution. Hands-on moments like this help make history memorable, meaningful, and fun. Great job, Ms. Larkin.
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An Important Reminder from the MTRS
If you are one of the many MTRS members who does not have a beneficiary on file, you will receive a communication this spring asking you to designate a beneficiary. The reminder will be emailed to you or, if the MTRS does not have an email on file, you will receive a mailed letter.
To designate or change a beneficiary, members must sign and mail the Beneficiary Designation Form to our Main Office.
Questions? Email [email protected]
To designate or change a beneficiary, members must sign and mail the Beneficiary Designation Form to our Main Office.
Questions? Email [email protected]
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