TPS District Newsletter
Tewksbury Public Schools
May 2026
Message from the Superintendent
Hello TPS Community,
As we head into the final stretch of the school year, May has flown by in a whirlwind of celebration, hard work, and community spirit.
First, a massive thank you to our incredible faculty and staff. We celebrated Teacher Appreciation Week earlier this month, but your dedication, resilience, and passion inspire us every single day. Thank you for always going above and beyond for our students.
We also want to extend our deepest gratitude to our wonderful PAC. They have treated us all with goodies and are hosting so many fantastic celebratory events for both staff and students as we wind down the year. Quite simply, their support keeps our school spirit thriving and we are so lucky to have the PAC in our corner!
To our students: we are incredibly proud of you. This month required immense focus, and we want to commend your best efforts on MCAS testing, AP exams, final projects, and your outstanding participation in recent club and team events. Your hard work is paying off!
We also want to express our immense pride in the Tewksbury community for their wonderful turnout and participation in the town’s Memorial Day parade; it was a beautiful tribute. Many student and town organizations honored our USA military personnel. Additionally, we are profoundly grateful to our local organizations for their staggering generosity in gifting our senior students with over $210,000 in scholarships. This incredible support ensures our graduates are well-prepared for their next chapters.
Finally, please join us in giving a warm welcome to our new administrators (see below) who will be joining our leadership team. While it is always sad to say goodbye to members of our team, we are thrilled to have our new teammates on board and look forward to the fresh energy and expertise they will bring to our community.
Thank you all for making this a May to remember. Let’s keep this positive momentum going right through to the last day of school (only 3 weeks away)!
Sincerely,
Brenda Regan
May School Committee Highlights
The School Committee recognized several Tewksbury Memorial High School athletes and teams for their incredible efforts and accomplishments this year.
The School Committee voted to approve the recommendation of the Superintendent for the next Assistant Superintendent of Schools, Jason Stamp. In addition to formally welcoming Mr. Stamp and Dr. Milligan to their new roles that will begin on July 1, 2026, The Committee introduced two other administrators beginning on July 1st; Mr. Stephen Sierpina, Wynn Middle School Principal, and Ms. Angela Lawler-Brennan, Director of Student and Family Support. Also introduced was the new Student Representative to the School Committee, Aria Milner.
Superintendent Regan presented a document that listed the Tewksbury Schools' end of year activities, as well as some transition back to school activities. The schools have many events, especially the TMHS senior events; please reach out to school principals with any questions.
Tewksbury School District has been recognized by the Healey-Driscoll Administration as part of the expansion of Innovation Career Pathways (ICP) across Massachusetts. Starting in the 2026-2027 school year, Tewksbury students will have access to a pathway in Environmental and Life Sciences, all at no cost to them.
Business Manager David Libby presented a Quarter 3 budget update and summary. He also discussed the Transportation Contract Bid and the Before and After School Programming Bid
Important Information
EOY DIBELS Assessments
Our End-of-Year (EOY) DIBELS assessment window will take place from May 18th through June 5th for students in grades K–6. DIBELS is a literacy screening assessment that helps us monitor student progress in foundational reading skills and celebrate growth throughout the school year. Thank you for your continued partnership and support in helping our students build strong literacy skills!
School Happenings
On May 8th and 9th, Tewksbury Memorial High School's lobby and cafeteria were filled with 2D and 3D art from grades PK-12! Please click the button above for a list of students whose art was recognized at the event.
Here is a video that highlights just some of the art displayed:
Wynn Drama Wins Gold (Again!)
Wynn Drama received gold at the Massachusetts Educators Theater Guild for their performance of Flawless LeArnIngs!
In addition to gold, several students received individual recognitions. Bravo!
DECA International Conference
Nine TMHS DECA students participated in the DECA International Conference in Atlanta, Georgia, with over 26,000+ students and advisors from across the globe! Congratulations to them on this achievement in qualifying, participating in, and attending this conference!
Wynn's Knowledge Bowl
Wynn's Knowledge Bowl team qualified for the finals of the Kendall M. Wallace Greater Lowell Regional Knowledge Bowl Tournament!
Grade 2 Celebrates with a Pollination Showcase
Second-grade students recently celebrated EL Education Module 3, The Secret World of Pollination, with a Pollination Showcase for families. Throughout the module, students explored the important role pollinators such as bees, butterflies, moths, wasps, flies, and beetles play in the natural world and our food supply. Families had the opportunity to visit the school, view student displays, and celebrate the learning that took place throughout the unit.
A special thank you to the Grade 2 team for creating such a fun and engaging experience for students and families! 🐝
Corning Foundation Partnership
Tewksbury Public Schools recently joined Corning Incorporated's Tewksbury office to celebrate their 175th anniversary. Corning partners with TPS with grants for STEM education and has provided on-site experiences for students. TPS is proud to collaborate with business partnerships like Corning to support our school system!
Town & Community Events
The following events are sponsored by town-wide organizations outside of our school community. Please reach out the individual organizations for more information.
Greater Lowell YMCA Performing Arts Camp
The Greater Lowell YMCA will be holding two Performing Arts Theater Camp Sessions this summer! Please see the flyer below for more details.
Middlesex Sheriff's Office - 2026 Youth Public Safety Academy
Each summer, we host a Youth Public Safety Academy (YPSA) open to children ages 8-12 from across Middlesex County. We also have some older cadets – ages 13-15 – who participate as Counselors in Training. The program includes valuable assistance from local public safety professionals across the county. Find out more via the flyer below!
Reminders from Previous Newsletters
The Office of Student and Family Support developed a comprehensive website designed to provide a wide range of resources aimed at supporting student and their families.
In addition, the Massachusetts Partnership for Youth (MPY) has curated an outstanding resource library offering valuable tools and information to families at no cost. These resources cover topics such as mental health, wellness, and more. We encourage you to visit both sites to explore the support and information available to help your family thrive!
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Website: https://www.tewksbury.k12.ma.us/
Location: 139 Pleasant Street, Tewksbury, MA, USA
Phone: (978) 640-7800