Principal's Message - 05.11.2025

  • Posted May 11, 2025
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Hello Gilbert H. Hood Families,

On behalf of the GHH staff, I would like to lift up the PTSA for the amazing Staff Appreciation Week celebrated this past week. We are so grateful for the thoughtful and creative events provided each day. A special, heartfelt thank you to all the families who contributed!

Here are a couple items to share for the upcoming weeks:

8th-Grade Yard Signs

The GHHMS PTSA is selling 8th-grade yard signs to help spread school spirit and celebrate their upcoming promotion. You can purchase one for your child and/or donate a sign to another student. Order now.

GHHMS PTSA

GHH Book Fair - May 12-16

The Gilbert H. Hood Middle School Library will be hosting a Buy One Get One Bonus Book Fair during the week of May 12. What a great way to stock up on some good books! 

NH PTA Reflections Exhibit

You are invited to attend the NH PTA Reflections Exhibit on Wednesday, May 21, at Gilbert H. Hood MIddle School. The exhibit viewing is scheduled 5:30 to 6:15 pm, with award presentations 6:15-7:30. This year’s theme was “Accepting Imperfection”. Come and support some amazingly creative and talented students.

Grade 8 End-of-Year Events (link to flyer)

For families of eighth grade students, please refer to the attached flyer. This flyer outlines events planned to celebrate the end of the school year as our eighth graders prepare to move on to high school. Please mark your calendars and look for updates with additional information through ParentSquare. In addition, we will need your help. The success of these events depends on the support and contributions from families. In future messages we will share opportunities you can help, including volunteering or donating items. Thank you in advance.

Dress Code for Promotion

As eighth grade students prepare for promotion, some have asked for clarification of the dress code for the dance and the promotion ceremony. In general, students need to follow the school dress code. Students should also think carefully about their shoe choices. The promotion ceremony includes quite a bit of walking, as well as ramps to and from the staging area. Please consider safety and practicality when choosing the right shoes. Some students have specifically asked about straps for dresses. Dresses need to include straps, which could be spaghetti-strap style. If students have further questions, we encourage them to ask a teacher or administrator ahead of time. (Showing a picture is helpful for these discussions.)

After School Enrichment Program

SPACES ARE AVAILABLE! The Gilbert H. Hood Middle School Afterschool Enrichment program is a FREE program that runs until May 29, 2025 every Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday from 2 to 5:30 pm. Students enrolled in this program are expected to attend 3 days a week. Students can ALSO attend any clubs or sports offered at the school. Further details are provided on the attached flyer. The program is FUN, keeps students safe, provides engaging activities, and positive social interactions with a long-term goal of increased community engagement. To register, scan the QR code on the attached flyer, or go to  https://bit.ly/GHHMSAfterschool . 

Pinkerton CTE Summer Camp

Career and Technical Education at Pinkerton is running several summer camps the week of June 23-26. The program is open to students in grades 7-10 who are interested in participating in fun, hands on camps. Get additional information.

Upcoming Dates**

  • May 12-16: BOGO Book Fair

  • May 14: PTSA Meeting; 6:00 to plan for 8th grade, followed by regular meeting at 6:30

  • May 16: Team 7-1 Field Trip

  • May 16 & 17: WRB Drama Club production of Nemo, at GHH (Link to more information)

  • May 19: Music Assemblies

  • May 19: Chorus Concert, 6:00-7:00

  • May 20: Early Release Day,  11:45 dismissal

  • May 20: Band Concert, 6:00-7:00

  • May 21: NH PTA Reflections Exhibit

  • May 26: No school ; GHH Band marches in Derry parade

  • May 29: Team 7-2 Field Trip

  • June 3: Team 7-4 Field Trip

  • June 4: Open House for current sixth graders, 6:00-7:00

  • June 5: Team 7-3 Field Trip

  • June 9: Grade 8 Canobie Lake trip (rain date June 10)

  • June 10: House A Field Day (Teams 7-1 & 7-2)

  • June 10: Grade 8 Hollywood Red Carpet Promotion Dance, 6-7:30

  • June 11: House B Field Day (Teams 7-3 & 7-4)

  • June 11: Grade 8 Ice Cream Buffet during lunches

  • June 11: Grade 8 Promotion Ceremony at Pinkerton Academy, 4:00 pm

  • June 12: Last day of school for seventh graders

**To keep up to date on the daily happenings at GHH, be sure to check our daily announcements that are posted on our school website under the “Resources” tab. The  Morning Meeting Notices  spreadsheet is constantly updated and available for reference.