CPS Superintendent's Update

Dear CPS Community,

We are heading into the home stretch with a little over three weeks remaining in the school year – unless, of course, you are a Chelmsford High School senior. As you mark your calendars for upcoming events, I would like to highlight a significant milestone for our seniors. On Saturday, June 6, members of the Class of 2026 will cross the stage at the Tsongas Center at UMass Lowell as part of the 109th commencement exercises. Preparations are already underway for the ceremony, and we look forward to the speeches and presentation of diplomas in celebration of all the achievements of our graduates.

Speaking of the seniors, today was their last instructional day, which was capped off with an incredible BBQ lunch. Please join me in wishing them all the best as they finish off their high school careers by taking final exams and attending prom, the senior banquet and awards night, as well as enjoying all the memorable “lasts” leading up to graduation.

These past few weeks have been a whirlwind with concerts, art and talent shows and other school-sponsored events that mark the final countdown to summer vacation. There is a palpable buzz of energy in the air with students trying to wrap up final projects, complete last-minute assignments and prepare for exams. Amidst all the hustle and bustle are also moments of celebration, including end-of-year parties, field days and award ceremonies. There are even more events on the horizon as the end of the school year rapidly approaches, and I hope you are able attend as many as your schedule will allow. I would also like to thank the many students, staff and parent volunteers who have worked so hard to make these events possible.

As we close out the week, don’t forget that Monday, May 25, is Memorial Day, a time to honor the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. Our schools will be closed on Monday in recognition of this day. The Town of Chelmsford will be hosting a parade and a brief ceremony at the Town Common, followed by ice cream and cake at North Town Hall! Please see the Town Manager’s Newsletter for more information about Monday’s events.

Have a wonderful and relaxing Memorial Day weekend!

Yours truly,

Jay Lang, Ed.D.

Superintendent of Schools

• Athletics Schedule

• Memorial Day: Monday, May 25 - No School
• Byam Art Night: Wednesday, May 27, 5-7 p.m., Byam Elementary School
• Harrington Celebration of the Arts & Ice Cream Social: Wednesday, May 27, 6-8 p.m., Harrington Elementary School
• Center School PTO Meeting: Wednesday, May 27, 7 p.m., Center Elementary School
• Unified Game Day: Thursday, May 28, 10 a.m., McCarthy Middle School
• Senior Awards Night: Thursday, May 28, 6 p.m., CHS PAC
• Class of 2028 Pickleball Tournament: Friday, May 29, 2:30 p.m., CHS Pickleball Courts
• LIME Club's 24-Hour Relay: Saturday, May 30, 10 a.m. CHS Plateau
• All-Town Wind Ensemble Spring Concert: Monday, June 1, 7 p.m., CHS PAC
• Chelmsford School Committee Meeting: Tuesday, June 2, 6 p.m., Central Administration Offices
• McCarthy Middle School Spring Band Concert: Tuesday, June 2, 7 p.m., CHS PAC
• Senior Prom: Wednesday, June 3, 6 p.m.
• Parker Middle School Spring Band Concert: Wednesday, June 3, 7 p.m., CHS PAC
• After-Prom Party: Wednesday, June 3, 11 p.m.-Thursday, June 4, 5 a.m., Chelmsford High School
• We Are Parker Celebration: Thursday, June 4, 5-8 p.m., Parker Middle School
• Senior Banquet: Friday, June 5, 6 p.m.
• Class of 2026 Graduation: Saturday, June 6, 4 p.m., Tsongas Center at UMass Lowell

For more information, please view the following letter from Superintendent Dr. Jay Lang regarding Important Family Contingency Planning Information and Resources:

If you missed the May 19 School Committee meeting, it can be viewed below:

On May 20, Middlesex Community College hosted its Dual Enrollment Recognition Ceremony at the Lowell Memorial Auditorium, bringing together students, families and educators to celebrate a remarkable academic achievement. Chelmsford High School is proud to recognize 60 seniors who each earned a minimum of 12 college credits through MCC's Dual Enrollment program — all while completing their high school coursework.

These accomplished students demonstrated exceptional drive and dedication by taking college-level courses alongside their regular studies. The credits they've earned are transferrable to many colleges and universities, positioning them to enter their next chapter of education with a meaningful head start and saving both time and money as they pursue their college and career goals. Though not all students were able to attend the ceremony in person, their achievement is no less celebrated — this was a proud moment for the entire Chelmsford community, recognizing not just an academic milestone, but a lasting investment in each student's future.

On Monday, May 18, the CHS World Language Honor Society held its annual induction ceremony. Students are invited to join the Honor Society if they have earned 90% or higher in three years of world language study at CHS. This year the Societe Honoraire de Francais led by Faculty Advisor Mairin Chagnon inducted six students. The American Sign Language Honor Society led by Faculty Advisor Meghan Fitzgibbons inducted 13 students. The Sociedad Honmoraria Hispanica led by Faculty Advisor Jessica Ferronetti inducted 22 students. These students are to be commended for their commitment to world language learning and scholarship!

In Mrs. Fidler’s Technology class at Harrington Elementary School, third grade students are exploring using a coding program called CodeKidi. This is an engaging coding program designed especially for elementary learners. Through fun, game-like activities, students learn the basics of computer programming while building important problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Center Elementary School 4th-grade students returned to the Massachusetts State House for the second time to perform as part of the Massachusetts Music Educators Association Advocacy Day.

May 18 was designated as Massachusetts Day for Music Education by the Governor and the students were honored to represent Chelmsford at the state level on this day.

Six seniors were recently honored as Chelmsford High School named its Lions Pride/Rotary Student of the Month recipients for May. Students receiving recognition were Haasini Vemparala and Logan Kowalik from Emerson House, Joshua King and Catherine Craig of Hawthorne House, and Gautham Vijay and Ella Fazio from Whittier House.

Read more about these students and their incredible achievements on our website.

The Town of Chelmsford is in the process of working with the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA) in order to construct a new school for the community.

The project is currently in the feasibility study phase, with the School Building Committee with LeftField, LLC, serving as the Owners Project Manager (OPM) and Ai3 Architects as the project designer.

The next community forum for the Parker Middle School Building Project will be held on Wednesday, June 10, beginning at 7 p.m. at the Chelmsford Senior Center, 75 Groton Road.

Over the past five months, the project team has hosted four other community forums regarding the school building project. Chelmsford Telemedia recorded all of these events and have made them available to view here:

If you're looking for additional information about the ongoing Parker Middle School Building Project, please visit our website to learn more and stay updated:

The next School Building Committee meeting will take place on Thursday, June 18, at 6 p.m. at the CPS Central Administration Offices, 230 North Road, Chelmsford.

If you missed the May 21 meeting, you can watch it here:

Registration for Chelmsford Community Education’s Summer session is open!

CommEd is excited to offer a wide variety of engaging programs this winter and spring. Here are just a few highlights you can look forward to:

• Shark Tank, Jr.
• LEGO Adventures
• Mountain Biking
• App Inventors
• Dance Academy

To explore all the course offerings for the Winter/Spring session, visit ChelmsfordCommunityEd.com. Be sure to check the website regularly and follow Chelmsford Community Education on Facebook and Instagram (@commedwestlands) for the latest updates and announcements.

All eight of Chelmsford Public Schools' PTOs, as well as the Council of Chelmsford Schools, now have their very own website. It's a one-stop shop to find out information about PTO meetings, events, fundraisers, scholarships and much more.

This year, Massachusetts is offering all school lunch and breakfast at no charge to students. This does not automatically make families eligible for any other benefits. Families that feel they are eligible for transportation or extended day reduced tuition are strongly encouraged to fill out the online free and reduced meal application.

The Chelmsford High School Theatre Guild has compiled seven nominations for the Mount Wachusett Community College’s Theatre at the Mount (TAMY) Awards, which recognizes exceptional accomplishments in the production and performance of musical theatre in area high schools.

The nominations were based on the Guild’s production of “Oklahoma,” which ran from Nov. 20-22 at the Carl J. Rondina Performing Arts Center.

Continue reading about the TAMY nominations on our website.

The Council of Chelmsford Schools (CoCS) recently awarded its annual scholarship to one very worthy member of Chelmsford High School’s Class of 2026.

Each spring, the CoCS awards a scholarship, in the amount of $1,000, to a graduating CHS senior who plan to attend a two- or four-year college in the fall.

The Council also awards $100 to the Chelmsford Public Schools staff member who inspired the recipient’s essay.

This year’s recipient was Samhita Badhri (Matt Bartos).

During its meeting on Monday, May 18, the CoCS invited Badhri to share her essay. In it, she recalled her first AP Seminar class back in August when CHS educator Matt Bartos asked Badhri and her classmates to “write down a problem in the world that you think is important.”

Continue reading about Badhri on our website.

Six-year-old Tyler Bolger marked a major milestone last week when he returned to Byam Elementary School for the first time since being diagnosed with B‑cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia on Jan. 10.

After months of treatment at the Dana‑Farber Cancer Institute and Boston Children’s Hospital, Tyler’s return to the classroom was already a moment worth celebrating — and the day only grew even more memorable.

Following school, Tyler visited the Chelmsford Police Department with his parents, Matt and Jenn, and his sisters, Reese and Reagan. During a tour of the station, where he met officers and spent time with K9 Ozzie, the family was surprised with a $5,500 donation from Cops for Kids with Cancer and the Chelmsford Police to support them as Tyler continues treatment.

Continue reading at LowellSun.com.

Dozens of colleges and universities sent representatives to Chelmsford High School during the fall to meet with students interested in continuing their education at a post-secondary institution. More dates for spring visits will be added soon. Please see the College Visit Schedule for more updates.

Follow the CHS Career and College Readiness Center on Instagram: @chs.careercenter

The Chelmsford Public Schools utilizes SchoolSpring to advertise job postings and the online application process. To apply for any of our positions, please visit our website.

The CPS Health Services Department is committed to providing evidence-based/best practice holistic nursing care to the unique, culturally diverse students of Chelmsford Public Schools. In collaboration with all stakeholders, we advocate for their safety and healthcare needs. We are dedicated professionals who are committed to bridging health care with education and making a positive impact on the present and future wellness of Chelmsford’s school community. Please visit the Health Services page on the website for all your health services needs.

Here are some noteworthy events and activities taking place around Chelmsford in the coming weeks:

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There are a plethora of local youth sports and scouting organizations that hold fundraisers and recruiting events throughout the school year. Some may also be seeking volunteers. If you're a parent looking for social and skill-building opportunities for your child or children, we have launched a new webpage devoted to just that. In addition to event information, this resource page will also feature links to all the websites or social media accounts for youth sports leagues and scouting troops. So head on over there and check it out!

Chelmsford High School has a cashless system for admittance to its regular season home athletic events. To get your tickets, CHS has partnered with GoFan.co, a digital, cashless ticketing app used by more than 10,000 schools, for fast and convenient payments for regular season home games. CHS fans are encouraged to download the GoFan app. For Massachusetts Interscholastic Athletic Association postseason tournaments, the MIAA also utilizes GoFan.co as its own ticketing system. Visit the MIAA Ticket Information page.

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The mission of the Chelmsford Public Schools is to educate, engage, prepare, and empower well-rounded and knowledgeable learners who PERSEVERE through challenges, demonstrate RESPECT and INTEGRITY in their words and actions, are DEDICATED to their community, and display EMPATHY as global citizens while discovering and pursuing their full potential.

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