Principal's Message - 03.15.2026

  • Posted March 15, 2026
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Hello Gilbert H. Hood Families,

 

Once again, we would like to thank the staff, students, and families for their patience and understanding as we shifted to an emergency Remote Learning Day last Friday.   We had a burst pipe that caused some flooding. Repairs and cleanup continued through the weekend, allowing us to resume normal school hours on Monday.  We are grateful for the hard work of many to make this possible, especially our amazing maintenance and custodial staff.

 

 

Lift-ups:

 

•Lift up to seventh grade student Jordi. As the GHH Spelling Bee winner, this student has made it through the Regional Bee and has moved on to the State Bee on March 28.  Well done!

•Lift up to seventh grade student Henry who won honorable mention in film production through the PTA Reflection program.  Great job!

 

Some important information and reminders for the upcoming weeks:

 

 

If your child is absent

 

Reminder: It’s important for our records that you notify the office if your child is absent.  You can report absences by calling us or sending an email to this address:   ghhms-attendance@sau10.org  

 

One School One Book - Continues through March

 

Through the month of March, our whole school is reading Because of Mr. Terupt  together during advisory.   This project allows us to participate in a common literacy-based activity–together, as a whole school community.  On April 3, students will attend an assembly presentation by the author!

 

WRB Presents Willy Wonka Jr - March 20 & 21  (flyer )

 

West Running Brook Intermediate School presents Willy Wonka Jr.  on March 20 & 21, at Gilbert H. Hood Middle School.  The two shows are March 20 at 7:00 pm, and March 21 at 3:00 pm.  Tickets are $10. More details and information about tickets provided on the attached flyer.

 

Trimester 3 begins - March 23

 

Reminder: Trimester 3 begins on Monday, March 23.  Trimester 2 Report Cards will be posted to Power School on March 31 at 3:00 pm.

 

2026-2027 School Calender Approved:

 

The DCSD School Board recently approved the calendar for 2026-2027. Please see HERE to view the calendar.

 

Upcoming Dates:

 

  • March 2-26: One School One Book project

  • March 20-21: WRB Presents Willy Wonka Jr  at GHH

  • March 23: First day of Trimester 3

  • March 23: Winter Sports Award Night, 6:00

  • March 24: Staff vs. Students Basketball game, 2:00

  • March 31: Trimester 2 Report Cards available through PowerSchool

  • April 3: Author Assembly

  • April 3: Annual Faculty Follies

 

**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.

 

 

 

 

 

 

On-Going Reminders

 

 

Remote Learning Information:

 

Please see HERE for information regarding DCSD’s Remote Learning Plan.

 

Morning Car Drop Off - We need your help

 

For the safety of everyone, follow these procedures if you are driving in the morning car rider line behind the building:

  • Wait to drop off your child(ren) until you are in the  drop-off zone and signalled by a staff member .  The drop-off zone is between the crosswalk near the dining hall doors (Door 16) to the corner of the building.  

  • Do not proceed or bypass vehicles where students are exiting a vehicle and approaching the sidewalk.

  • Throughout the process, drive slowly  and cautiously.  (Sometimes the actions of middle school students can be unpredictable!)

The safety of our students, staff, and families must remain our top priority.  Thank you for your attention to this matter.

 

Annual Information Update

 

If you have not already done so for this school year, please complete your child's Annual Information Update through PowerSchool.   This must be done every year for ALL NEW and RETURNING STUDENTS.  Here is a link to the PowerSchool Parent Portal sign in page:   https://sau10.powerschool.com/public/home.html Please call the office if you have questions or need assistance: 603-432-1224.

 

Afterschool Enrichment Program 

 

The Gilbert H. Hood Middle School Afterschool Enrichment program is a FREE program that runs September 2, 2025 to May 28, 2026 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:  https://bit.ly/AfterschoolEnrichment

 

Afterschool Clubs & Activities

 

Students should pay attention to the announcements during Morning Meeting to get information about clubs they may be interested in joining.  These daily announcements are also posted on our school website under the “Resources” tab.   The  Morning Meeting Notices spreadsheet is constantly updated and available for reference.

 

Derry Cooperative School District Free & Reduced Lunch Application

 

We invite you to watch this informative video regarding filling out the free and reduced lunch application:   https://youtu.be/V6Y8kMqapgc

 

Community Resources for Derry Families