July 20, 2026
Dear MASH Families,
Welcome back, families and rockstar students! We are bursting with excitement for an absolutely incredible school year ahead, packed with fresh opportunities, big smiles, and amazing discoveries. Collaboration with our families is the secret to making this year a total success, and we cannot wait to team up with you to crush our educational goals.
A warm welcome goes out to all of our brand-new families joining our community this year. We are equally thrilled to reconnect with our returning families who bring so much heart to our school. Your positive energy and unwavering dedication make magic happen for our students every single day. Together, we are going to accomplish extraordinary things because when our students succeed, we all win!
Important Dates to Remember:
Our 2026-2027 orientation for NEW FAMILIES will be held on August 20th at 10 AM and 5 PM in our gym. Returning parents are more than welcome to attend but this session will be recorded and posted to access on our school website. Our school website is www.mauro-sheridan-interdistrict-magnet.weebly.com.
Please remember, we are a uniform school. PreK- Grade 5 wear red shirts and khaki bottoms. Grade 6 - 8 wear navy blue shirt and khaki bottoms.
As you are aware, we are a cell phone free district. No cell phones allowed in school. Yondr pouches are available for students in grades 5 - 8.
All families (new and returning) must complete the mandatory school forms prior to the beginning of school. Please visit www.nhpsorientation.net to access the forms once they have been posted online Please select Mauro Sheridan and make sure to press submit once completed. This website is NOT active yet but will be once we get closer to the start of the new school year.
The first day of school for K - 8 is August 31, 2026. The first day of school for PreK is September 2, 2026. PreK parents will receive orientation information directly from the preschool teachers in the next few weeks leading up to the start of school.
Meet the teacher night for ALL grade levels will be held on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 5 PM.
I wish everyone a year filled with academic success and growth and many fun, memorable experiences during the 2026-2027 school year at MASH!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Kaliszewski
Good morning, this is a reminder that today is an early dismissal day. Students will be dismissed starting at 1:15 PM. We hope you have a wonderful, safe, and relaxing summer.
Good morning, this message is to remind you that today is an early dismissal day. Students will be dismissed starting at 1:15 PM. We hope you have a wonderful, safe, and relaxing summer.
Good morning parents, this is a reminder that today is an early dismissal day. Students will be dismissed starting at 1:15 PM. We hope you have a wonderful, safe, and relaxing summer.
Good evening parents, this is a reminder that tomorrow is an early dismissal day. Students will be dismissed starting at 1:15 PM. We hope you have a wonderful, safe, and relaxing summer.
Mrs. K
Get Your Child READy for the Grade this Summer at NHFPL!
READy for the Grade serves New Haven Public School students entering grades K–3 this fall who are currently reading below grade level. Certified teachers lead small-group and one-on-one instruction focused on strengthening literacy skills in a supportive and engaging environment. Families also participate in weekly family involvement nights that reinforce learning at home.
The 2026 program runs June 29–August 6 at three library locations:
Fair Haven Branch
Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 1–5 pm
Stetson Branch
Mondays and Thursdays, 10 am–2 pm
Wilson Branch
Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 1–5 pm
Sign up:
READy for the Grade Enrollment 2026 - ONLINE:
Download the Registration form:
English
Spanish
NHPL Summer Learning Program 2026
There have been some students that have signed up for NHPL Summer Reading Program. They each received a game board to check off depending upon how much they read! If your child(ren) would like to sign up, head over to one of the NHPL branches.
Click this link for more information from NHPL:
Summer Learning 2026
Children
(Ages 0-12)
The NHFPL invites library users ages 0-12 to read and attend exciting library programs and community events all summer long! Participants can track their activities in their reading and activity log beginning May 30 through August 22!
Goal: Read 1200 minutes this summer!
Complete the challenge for chance to win a Common Ground farm tour and pizza experience.
Recommended Children's Books
Teens
(Ages 13-18)
The NHFPL invites library users ages 13-18 to read and attend exciting library programs and community events all summer long! Participants can track their activities in their reading and activity log beginning May 30 through August 22!
Goal: Read 1200 minutes this summer!
Recommended Teen Books
Complete the challenge for chance to win a Common Ground farm tour and pizza experience. Prizes are sponsored by Claire’s Corner Copia, Atticus, and Ashley’s Ice Cream.
URGENT!!! 8th Grade Parents!!!
URGENT Reply Needed by Today. If your child needs a bus for next year you must opt in. See Flyer attached.
Dear MASH 8th Grade Parents,
This is a friendly reminder that if you would like your high school student to receive bus transportation for the 2026–2027 school year, you must complete the Transportation Opt-In Survey Form.
Transportation Opt-In Survey Form:
https://forms.gle/frfJz1QKusHnQNJ1A
Please note that failure to complete the survey by Thursday, June 18 may result in your child not being assigned a bus route for the 2026–2027 school year.
If you have already completed the survey, thank you and no further action is needed. If you have not yet done so, we encourage you to submit your response as soon as possible to ensure your transportation needs are considered.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter.
Good morning, this is a reminder that today is an early dismissal day. Students will be dismissed starting at 1:15 PM. Have a wonderful weekend!
Good morning, this is a reminder that today is an early dismissal day. Students will be dismissed starting at 1:15 PM. Have a wonderful weekend!
Good morning, this is a reminder that today is an early dismissal day. Students will be dismissed starting at 1:15 PM. Have a wonderful weekend!
Good morning, this is a reminder that today is an early dismissal day. Students will be dismissed starting at 1:15 PM. Have a wonderful weekend!
Good evening, parents,
There is an early dismissal tomorrow. Students will be dismissed starting at 1:15 PM. Have a wonderful night.
Mrs. K
Come see over 100 area performers in the Spring Musical Production, "Keepsake," presented by Daedream Theater Arts Co. Friday, June 5 and Saturday, June 6 at Hillhouse High School at 6:00 PM
Special pink treat vouchers are coming home today (June 1) for MASH Kids so be on the lookout! Support the Arts and Daedream!
Special pink treat vouchers are coming home today (June 1) for MASH Kids so be on the lookout! Support the Arts and Daedream!
Hello parents, this is Mrs. K. Just another reminder that we are having an early dismissal today. Dismissal begins at 1:15 PM. There is no aftercare and the spring concert will be rescheduled for a different night.
Hello everyone, we will be having an early dismissal today, Wednesday, May 20 due to the excessive heat. We will start dismissal at 1:15 PM. There is no aftercare program and the music concert will be rescheduled to a different date. We will see everyone tomorrow.
Parents,
Today was a positive and productive day, especially following yesterday’s lockdown. We understand that events like this can take time for children to fully process, and it’s not uncommon for reactions to surface a day or two later. If you notice any signs that your child may be struggling or experiencing distress, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us right away.
Thank you for your continued trust and partnership in supporting your children.
Mrs. K
Dear Families,
If your child is experiencing any emotional difficulties due to the lockdown that happened in the middle of dismissal today, please email our school social worker Ms. Celestino at taylor.celestino@nhboe.net . Ms. Celestino will reach out to the Yale Child Study Trauma Center to support your child.
Kerry A. Courcey
Assistant Principal
If your child is experiencing any emotional difficulties due to the lockdown that happened in the middle of dismissal today, please email our school social worker Ms. Celestino at taylor.celestino@nhboe.net . Ms. Celestino will reach out to the Yale Child Study Trauma Center to support your child.
Kerry A. Courcey
Assistant Principal
Important message from Central Office:
Mauro Sheridan was briefly on lockdown this afternoon after an anonymous caller told police that someone in the building had a gun. The police responded immediately and searched the school. No weapon was found. The lockdown was lifted and all students and staff are safe. We thank the New Haven Police Department for their prompt response.
Alyshia N. Perrin
Assistant Superintendent of School Leadership/ School Improvement
54 Meadow Street
New Haven, CT 06519
Email: alyshia.perrin@new-haven.k12.ct.us
Office- 475 220 1016