Principal's Message - 05.25.2025

  • Posted May 25, 2025
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Hello Gilbert H. Hood Families,

 

As our school community observes Memorial Day weekend, we pause to honor Memorial Day—a solemn day to remember and pay tribute to the brave people who sacrificed their lives in service to our country. Their courage and dedication protect the freedoms we enjoy every day. Let us take a moment to reflect with gratitude and respect for their ultimate gift. 

 

 

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

 

 

Derry DPD Canine "Bear" Visit - 5/28

 

The Derry Police Department's comfort dog, Bear, is scheduled to visit GHH on Wednesday, May 28. He and his handlers will tour through the building, enter classrooms when invited, or pause in a hallway/pod for students to visit.  We are excited to welcome Bear to visit our school community.

 

Open House of Incoming 7th Graders - June 4

 

GHH is hosting an Open House on Wednesday, June 4, 6:00-7:00 pm.  This event is open to current Grade 6 WRB students and their families.  We look forward to welcoming new students and their families to GHH, as well as giving them the opportunity to tour our school.

 

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

 

For families of eighth grade students, please refer to the flyer linked above.  This flyer outlines events planned to celebrate the end of the school year as our eighth graders prepare to move on to high school, including details about the Promotion Ceremony on June 11 at 4:00 pm.

 

  • How you can help with the Grade 8 Celebrations and Events:  Use the link below for a list of donations needed, as well as opportunities to volunteer with various Grade 8 end-of-year events.  As always, thank you for your time and continued support!

 

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080C4FAEAF2CA4FC1-56784760-ghhms

 

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.)

 

Pinkerton Academy Open House

 

Pinkerton Academy is inviting eighth grade students and their families to a  Spring Open House on Thursday, May 29.  Visit the campus before summer kicks off and get a feel for life as an Astro. This special evening is designed for incoming and prospective students and families to explore, connect, and get excited for the year ahead.  The evening begins with mingling and optional self-guided tours starting at 5:30 p.m., followed by a panel discussion at 6:00 p.m. in the Academy Building. Register Today! When you register, you will receive a confirmation email with additional information.

 

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. Additional information can be found here:  link

 

Upcoming Dates**

 

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

  • May 29: Team 7-2 Field Trip

  • May 29: Pinkerton Open House, 5:30

  • June 3: Team 7-4 Field Trip

  • June 4: Piano classes present their end-of-trimester recital

  • GHH 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.