🌟 Last night at WHHS, the 2025 Unsung Hero Recipient Dinner was held, celebrating the incredible individuals who make a difference every day in our schools.
Each school selected its very own unsung hero—from security guards and secretaries to teachers, speech pathologists, and more. No matter the position, every member of West Haven Public Schools plays a vital role in shaping the lives of our students and supporting our community.
We are proud to work alongside such dedicated professionals who care deeply about the education and well-being of our youth. Last night was a special opportunity to recognize and honor their hard work and commitment. 🙌
Stay tuned for an upcoming article highlighting this event!
Friendly reminder that tickets must be purchased by tomorrow May 13th for the 2025 Unsung Hero Recipients Dinner!
🎒 On Wednesday, May 7, West Haven Public Schools proudly welcomed the Class of 2038 at Kindergarten Orientation! 🌟
Held at each elementary school, incoming kindergartners and their families had the opportunity to meet the school principal, kindergarten teachers, and paraprofessionals. It was a special day of connection and excitement as both students and parents got a first look at the school experience ahead.
While students participated in a fun, interactive reading session, parents received an informative presentation covering daily schedules, transportation, safety protocols, communication options, attendance, and school policies. To wrap up the day, students rejoined their families for a guided tour of their respective schools.
📚 Welcome to the WHPS family, future kindergartners! We’re so excited for what’s to come! 🎈
Pagels Elementary Celebrates the Retirement of Darlene Wynne & Lucille Portley
As we celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week, Pagels Elementary would like to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Darlene Wynne and Lucille Portley on their upcoming retirement at the end of this school year. We are grateful for their years of dedication, passion, and service to the students and families of West Haven Public Schools.
Be sure to visit our News tab to learn more about the meaningful journeys they have each experienced throughout their careers in education
Happy School Nurse Day – May 7
Today, we proudly recognize the exceptional school nurses of West Haven Public Schools—the dedicated professionals who safeguard the health and well-being of our students each and every day.
From addressing minor injuries to managing complex medical needs and providing a calm, supportive presence, you play a vital role in our school community.
Thank you for your unwavering commitment, compassion, and the many ways you support our students, staff, and families.
We appreciate you today and always. Happy School Nurse Day!
Reminder: There will be a half day of school Wednesday, May 7th due to Staff Development. // Recordatorio: Habrá medio día de clases el miércoles 7 de mayo debido al desarrollo del personal.
May 5-9 is National Teacher Appreciation Week, and we want to extend a heartfelt thank you to all the amazing educators at West Haven Public Schools. We are incredibly proud of each of you. Your hard work and dedication never go unnoticed, and it's your commitment that makes our schools such a special place. Thank you for everything you do!
🌍 Earth Day Super Hero Contest Results 🌍
Over 120 students participated in our Earth Day Super Hero Contest! Each student created a unique superhero dedicated to fighting pollution. The entries were filled with creativity and a strong message: protecting our planet is essential.
A special thank you to Mrs. Paine, Mrs. Parelee, Ms. Wynne, Mrs. Bergeron, and Mrs. Tirollo for their support and help organizing this contest.
🏆 Contest Winners by School:
Seth Haley
Layla Steel
Conlan Fitzpatrick
Mercedes Proano Bernys
Mackrille
Can Gundogdu
Laila Hotak
Minha Ahmed
Savin Rock
Rose Fernandez
Andres Mejia Miranda
Luna Serrano
Washington
Max Begley
Liam Blanco
Jagger Sistrunt
Forest
Kane Stephson
Alia Cardenes
Rawan Shihadeh
Pagels
Jack Fernandez
Sonja Pace
Noora Choudhury
Congratulations to all our winners and participants! 🌱💚
West Haven Public School Update - Phone Lines:
Frontier is experiencing a major outage across Connecticut, affecting our phone lines. They have not given a restoration timeframe. We’re actively following up and will share updates. Please use email to reach us in the meantime.
West Haven Public School Update - Phone Lines:
West Haven Public Schools is currently experiencing a district-wide issue with our phone lines. The outside lines are down, and our IT team is actively working to resolve the problem.
Updates will be provided as soon as the lines are back up and running. In the meantime, please reach out via email for any inquiries. Thank you for your understanding.
Friendly Reminder for Pagels Families
This Friday, April 25th, is the last day to register for the Pagels Someone Special Dance taking place on May 2, 2025.
Registration Now Open for Summer Camps!
We are excited to announce that registration is now open for the Bud Conlan Summer Street Hockey League and the Blue Devil Summer Soccer League! These camps are available for students in grades K-8 and will run from June 16th to July 11th. Please note that there will be NO CAMP on July 3rd and 4th.
Soccer will have two daily sessions on the Turf Field at West Haven High School: 8:30-11:00 AM and 11:15 AM-1:30 PM. Street Hockey will have one session each day at Bennett Rink from 8:30-11:00 AM.
Don't miss out on this opportunity for your child to have fun this summer. For more information or to register, please scan the QR code in the attached flyer
Happy Administrative Professionals Day! 🎉
Today, we celebrate our amazing administrative professionals and secretaries. Thank you for your hard work and dedication that contribute to the success of our schools! Your efforts do not go unnoticed! 💼✨
Reminder: There will be no school Monday, April 14th - Friday, April 18th for Spring Recess. Have a wonderful and safe break, we will see you on the 21st. // Recordatorio: No habrá clases del lunes 14 de abril al viernes 18 de abril por el receso de primavera. Que tengan unas maravillosas y seguras vacaciones, los veremos el 21. // یادونه: د پسرلي د رخصتیو لپاره به د دوشنبې، اپریل ۱۴مې څخه تر جمعې، اپریل ۱۸مې پورې ټولګي نه وي. یوه ښکلې او خوندي رخصتي ولرئ، موږ به تاسو سره په ۲۱مه وګورو.
(Arabic):
تذكير: لن تكون هناك دروس من يوم الاثنين 14 أبريل إلى الجمعة 18 أبريل خلال العطلة الربيعية. أتمنى لكم إجازة رائعة وآمنة، ونراكم في الحادي والعشرين.
West Haven K-12 is coming together for National Healthy Schools Day! 🌿 All grades are taking action to improve air quality and create healthier learning environments. From classroom activities to pledges for clean air, we’re making sure every student and staff member can breathe easy and thrive! 💙 #HealthySchools #CleanAirForAll #WestHavenSchools
What an Incredible Day at the Pagels Spring Festival! 🌼🐰
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us over the weekend! Meeting the Easter Bunny was a highlight for so many, and the kids loved getting their faces painted with creative designs. The joy continued as students held and petted the adorable live bunnies, and the excitement of our raffles added to the fun. We also enjoyed some tasty snacks throughout the day!
Your support made this event a fantastic success, and we look forward to sharing more fun with you next year!
#PagelsSpringFestival #ThankYou #SpringJoy
Pagels Families,
Join us for a fun-filled morning at the Pagels Spring Festival! Enjoy a special visit with the Easter Bunny, a photo booth, and even live bunnies! Entry is FREE!
Saturday, April 5, 2025 / 10 AM - 1 PM / Pagels School Gym (26 Benham Hill Rd, West Haven, CT)
Don’t miss out on the springtime fun—see you there! #PagelsSpringFestival #FreeEntry
Reminder: There will be no school for students this Monday, March 31st in observance of Eid al-Fitr. This will be a professional day for staff. / Recordatorio: No habrá clases para los estudiantes este lunes 31 de marzo en observancia del Eid al-Fitr. Este será un día profesional para el personal.
Last week at Pagels Math Night families had the opportunity to participate in 13 math stations where students solved math problems including addition, subtraction, multiplication, times, and graphing. Thank you to everyone who attended and to the Bailey & WHHS students who volunteered to run the stations!
Come join us for a night of math fun for the whole family on Thursday, March 13th from 6 - 7pm inside the Pagels School Gymnasium. If you plan on attending, please return the provided form by Monday, March 10th.