Thursday, December 5, 2024
Tuesday, December 3, 2024
Manchester Essex Regional Middle School Announces Project 351 Student Ambassadors
Superintendent Pam Beaudoin and Principal Joanne Maino are pleased to share that two Manchester Essex Regional Middle School (MERMS) students have been selected to be Project 351 ambassadors.
Grade 8 students Morgan Holmes and Thomas Chrzanowski will work with Project 351, a non-profit organization that empowers a youth-led movement for change.
Cities and towns across Massachusetts each elect a grade 8 student or students who represent the qualities of kindness, compassion, humility, and gratitude, as well as an exemplary ethic of service.
Holmes and Chrzanowski were selected to be ambassadors out of all Grade 8 students by their team of teachers and administrators.
The pair will now enter the Ambassador Journey, a year-long service and leadership development program where they will create projects to serve the MERMS community through hands-on learning experiences and training.
Principal Maino and MERMS teachers describe Holmes and Chraznowski as great students and leaders, "Thomas and Morgan represent what is best about Middle School students," Maino said. "They are compassionate and engaged leaders who want to make the world a better place. We love that Project 351 gives them an opportunity to be positively involved in their community."
Holmes and Chrzanowski will participate in a launch day training and spend a weekend completing service projects before incorporating their knowledge into initiatives that positively serve the community.
Morgan Holmes (left) and Thomas Chrzanowski (right) were selected to be Project 351 ambassadors. (Photo Courtesy Manchester Essex Regional School District)
Tuesday, November 26, 2024
Spaulding Education Fund has announced three new grants!
Spaulding Education Fund has announced three new grants awarded to teachers and students during the Fall 2024 grant cycle. SEF is an independent, non-profit organization providing support for initiatives that enhance the academic curriculum of the Manchester Essex Regional School District. Programs funded by the new grants include:
A “Shakespeare & Company” artists-in-residence performing arts workshop and a field trip to North Shore Music Theater to see “Macbeth” for students in grades 6, 7 and 8.
The Speech & Debate team, a high school club that recently expanded to include middle school students.
A drying rack for elementary school art students.
This year Spaulding Education Fund has funded more than $32,000 of educational initiatives at all grade levels across the district. “After a dormant period during the pandemic, Spaulding Education Fund has come roaring back, ensuring our students continue to have access to the most innovative and authentic learning experiences our community can offer,” said Maile Madigan, Grants Coordinator for Spaulding Education Fund. “When budgets are tight, Spaulding Education Fund can help give our teachers the resources they need to deliver outstanding educational opportunities.” Information about this year’s grants is available at spauldingeducationfund.org.
Unlike the Ed Funds in other Cape Ann school districts, Spaulding Education Fund has no endowment and relies on contributions from local businesses and members of the community. Its recent Night of Stars talent show was a huge success, featuring 32 acts and raising almost $25,000. Spaulding Education Fund also runs the popular “Golden Hornet” fundraiser each June, which allows families to recognize MERSD faculty and staff for their contributions throughout the school year.
Spaulding Education Fund’s Spring 2025 grant cycle opens January 6, 2025. To apply, MERSD faculty or students can send an email to grants@spauldingeducationfund.org. Grants are assessed on the following criteria: Innovation and Educational Value, Impact and Collaboration, and Replicability and Sustainability. Spring 2025 grant recipients will be announced in March.
Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Manchester Essex Regional Middle High School Selected for District Sportsmanship Award
Superintendent Pam Beaudoin, Principal Julie Sgroi and Athletic Director Cameron Molinare are pleased to share that Manchester Essex Regional Middle High School (MERMHS) has earned the 2024 Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA) District 5 Sportsmanship Award.
Each year, athletic directors from each of Massachusetts' nine districts vote for a school within their district to receive the Sportsmanship Award.
This year, MERMHS was selected to receive the District 5 Sportsmanship Award by the district's athletic directors.
“We are so proud our athletic program was selected for this award,” said Principal Sgroi. “Our students and coaches have set a strong example for those around them, and I am glad they are able to be recognized.”
As recipients of the Award, MERMHS administrators, faculty, sports team representatives and Athletic Director Molinare attended and received the award at the 30th Annual MIAA Sportsmanship Summit at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough on Thursday, Nov. 7.
"It is an honor to be recognized by our peers for our student's commitment to upholding the values of respect and sportsmanship," said Molinare.
"This award is a testament to the positive environment our athletes, coaches and parents consistently strive to create through integrity, responsibility and respect," said Superintendent Beaudoin. "We are thankful to the athletic directors who voted for us to receive this honor."
Student athletes representing various Manchester Essex Regional Middle High School sports teams accepted the District Sportsmanship Award. (Photo Courtesy Manchester Essex Regional School District).
MERMHS administrators, faculty, sports team representatives and Athletic Director Molinare accepted the award at the 30th Annual MIAA Sportsmanship Summit at Gillette Stadium on Nov. 7.
Monday, October 21, 2024
MERHS Named to Advanced Placement School Honor Roll
Manchester Essex Regional High School has earned a Bronze distinction on the 2024 Advanced Placement (AP) School Honor Roll. The AP School Honor Roll recognizes schools that have done outstanding work to welcome more students into AP courses and support them on the path to college success. The AP School Honor Roll offers four levels of distinction: Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum.
MERHS was judged on criteria including its College Culture, College Credit, and College Optimization, ultimately earning the Bronze distinction. The Bronze distinction indicates that 84 percent of MERHS seniors have taken at least one AP exam during their high school career. Of that 84 percent, 79 percent of students achieved a passing score of three or higher.
During the 2024 AP exam period, 149 students took an AP exam, with 92 percent scoring a three or higher. There are 163 MERHS students scheduled to take 395 exams during the Spring of 2025, highlighting the ongoing progress of the school’s AP program.
MERHS offers 21 AP courses in the subjects of Art, English, World Language, Mathematics, Science, Computer Science and Social Studies.
“Our AP courses are an integral part of our commitment to creating an educational experience that prepares students for success post-graduation,” said Principal Sgroi. “We are proud and honored to be recognized on the AP School Honor Roll.”
Research shows that students who take AP courses and exams are more likely to attend college and graduate on time. The students who enter four-year colleges with credits from AP accelerate their path to graduation and build confidence for college success. For those who don’t earn college credit, AP coursework provides early exposure to college-level work and contributes to a college-going school culture.
“This is a tremendous honor, made possible by MERHS staff, students and families who are all continuously motivated to help students maximize their academic potential,” said Superintendent Beaudoin. “Thank you to the College Board for recognizing us on this year's AP School Honor Roll.”
