Dear Shawsheen Students, Families and Colleagues,
Thank you to everyone who has taken a few minutes to complete the survey about future Shawsheen course & program offerings! Today is the last day to complete the survey before it closes. Please click on the following link to provide us with feedback if you haven't done so already: Survey: Shawsheen Course & Program Offerings - September 2025.
Announcing the 2025-2026 Parent/Legal Guardian School Council Representatives
Three parents/guardians signed up to fill the three positions on the School Council for Parent/Legal Guardian Representatives. Since the number of candidates matches the number of open positions, we will not be holding an election. You can learn more about each of the representatives by reading the information below. Please join me in thanking them for volunteering their time to the School Council this year!
Kristen Baker, Burlington I am a mother of 6 from Burlington. My son is currently a junior at Shawsheen in the Plumbing program as well as an athlete. I was honored to serve on school council for the last 2 years and got to see some of the inner workings of policy making in the school. I am the Early Childhood Director and part of the lead administrative team at a local private school. As a former teacher and current administrator, I feel I am able to appreciate all of the different opinions in the room, as well as having the knowledge and experience in what it takes to create and implement policies in a school setting. I love Shawsheen and promote it as much as I can to anyone that will listen. The genuine care the members of the school council have for the entire Shawsheen community is one that I find rare! I would love another year to work with this team and help accomplish some of the goals we have been working towards for the last few years. |
Dina Castiglia, Tewksbury I would love the opportunity to be on the school council again. I learned so much when my son was a freshman about how the school works. I believe my input would be valuable. As a real estate broker for nearly 30 years in business, I believe giving back to the community makes a huge difference for our kids. I have been on a school council in every school that my son has been in from kindergarten until last year, and I'm now ready to throw my hat back into the ring. |
Emily LaMacchia, Billerica I’m the parent of a freshman at Shawsheen Tech, and I’m excited to run for a seat on the SVTHS School Council. With over nine years of experience in affordable housing management, including leadership roles at multiple housing authorities, I bring a deep understanding of public service, fiscal responsibility, and community engagement. My professional background includes overseeing multimillion-dollar budgets, managing capital improvement projects, and advocating for underserved populations. I’m passionate about equity, transparency, and ensuring that every student has access to the resources they need to succeed. As a council member, I would work to strengthen communication between families and the school, support inclusive decision-making, and help foster a positive, forward-thinking environment for all students. I’d be honored to represent the voices of parents and guardians during this important year. |
Announcing the 2025-2026 School Council Student Representatives
Please join me in congratulating the two students elected by their peers (through the Student Council) to serve as School Council Student Representatives for the 2025-2026 school year!
Karina Palencia-Marroquin - Grade 12 Health Assisting, Tewksbury
Sophia Gallant - Grade 11 Cosmetology, Bedford
Reminder: Parent/Guardian-Teacher Night 'Meet & Greet' is Next Thursday
We invite all parents/guardians to join us on the evening of September 25, 2025, for our 'Meet & Greet' Parent/Guardian-Teacher Night. We ask parents/guardians to arrive by 5:50pm since the schedule will begin promptly at 6pm. The evening will run until 8pm. During the two-hour event, parents/guardians will attend a grade-level presentation, follow their student's Thursday academic week schedule to meet teachers, and report to their student's shop to meet with the shop teachers (grades 10-12 only). When you arrive, your starting location will depend on your student's grade level:
Grade 9 = Cafeteria for presentation
Grade 10 = student's 1st period classroom (Thursday of academic week)
Grade 11 = student's shop
Grade 12 = student's 1st period classroom (Thursday of academic week)
You can view the entire schedule for the evening by clicking on the following link: Meet & Greet Schedule - Thursday, September 25, 2025. If you need a printed copy of your child's schedule prior to the start of the Meet & Greet, please report to the SVTHS library between 5pm-5:50pm that evening.
Reminder: Aspen Support for Parents/Guardians on September 25, 2025
Shawsheen's Ed Tech Department will be available in the school library from 4:30pm-8:00pm on the night of the Meet & Greet, Thursday, September 25, to provide Aspen support to families. Parents/guardians can also report to the library during that time to make Tech Insurance Fee payments as well.
PSAT-11 (NMSQT) Registration - Class of 2027
Registration for the PSAT-11 (NMSQT) exam opened on Tuesday, September 16, and will run through Thursday, October 9. Students in Grade 11 can register before school from 7:35–7:50 AM outside of the Guidance Office.
Cost: $18 (check made payable to Shawsheen Tech or exact cash preferred)
Test Date: Wednesday, October 29th, from 7:30 AM – 10:43 AM at Shawsheen
This exam is strongly recommended as preparation for the SAT, for concurrent enrollment course eligibility, and for potential eligibility in the National Merit Scholarship Program.
Freshman Guidance Meetings - Class of 2029
Starting Monday, September 22, Grade 9 students will begin meeting in group settings with their guidance counselors, Mr. Smith and Ms. LeBlanc, to begin developing their individual academic and career plans.
The first lesson will focus on goal setting in the areas of academic growth, social-emotional development, and career exploration.
Throughout the year, students will participate in a series of guidance lessons that include:
Resume and employment application development
Identifying strengths and connecting them to career interests
Respect and resilience
Making the Choice – Shop Selection
This curriculum is designed to support students in building a strong foundation for both academic and career success, while also helping them make informed decisions regarding shop selection in the spring.
Traveling Rams Meeting for Parents/Guardians on September 24 at 6pm for Costa Rica Trip
Sincerely,
Jessica Cook
(she/her)
Principal
Click here to view links to important resources (School Calendar, Student Handbook, Etc.)
Important Dates/Reminders:
Friday, September 19: Course/Program Survey Deadline
Wednesday, September 24: Traveling Rams Parent/Guardian Meeting, 6pm
Thursday, September 25: Aspen Support for Parents/Guardians, 4:30pm-8pm
Thursday, September 25: Parent/Guardian & Teacher Meet & Greet, 6pm-8pm
Friday, September 26: Early Release for Students at 10:43am
Friday, October 3: Q1 Mid-term
Wednesday, October 8: School Council Meeting at 2:15pm
Monday, October 13: NO SCHOOL
Wednesday, October 22: Early Release for Students at 10:43am
Thursday, October 23: College & Career Fair
Wednesday, October 29: PSAT-11