The Souhegan Scoop

As you’ll see in this week’s newsletter, there is an incredible amount happening at Souhegan—and it all reflects who we are as a school community. The stories and updates below highlight students and staff deeply engaged in meaningful learning, collaboration, and connection.

Wednesday was a perfect example of our mission in action. Freshmen worked together in team-based learning and community-building activities, sophomores contributed to the greater good through Community Service Day, juniors took on the challenge of the PSATs, and seniors enjoyed their annual outing, a celebration of relationships and shared experience. Each of these experiences represents the heart of Souhegan: curiosity, stewardship, and growth within a caring community.

Thank you for all the ways you continue to support and celebrate our students’ learning, both in and beyond the classroom!

Warmly,

Dana

Additional event information is available via this interactive Trumba calendar. Click here for the official SAU 39 school year calendar. Additional event information is available via this interactive Trumba calendar.

Grades for mid-semester 1 will close on November 5, with progress reports available on PowerSchool by 3:00 PM on November 13. This interim period allows teachers to finalize grades, and we encourage students and families to review assignment scores and communicate with teachers regarding any questions or concerns. Course scores are rolling, and the progress report reflects learning progress up to that date, while final scores will be communicated on transcripts. Additionally, at the end of each reporting period (November, January, April), students with off-campus privileges and their parents will be notified of any changes to their status based on academic performance and adherence to the student handbook.

Last week, Community Council discussed a proposal about Class Forums. At next week's meeting, we’re excited to welcome students and staff from Bow and Oyster River High Schools as they visit to see Souhegan’s student government in action!

🗓 Next Meeting: Monday, 3:00–3:45 p.m.

📍 Location: Learning Commons

📆 Thursday, November 6

Retake Day is for new students and staff, transfer students, or anyone who missed the first Picture Day. Not thrilled with your original photo? No problem; you’re welcome to give it another try!

✅ Retake photos automatically replace originals in school services and the yearbook.
📦 If you’re retaking your photo, please bring your original picture package to exchange it at no cost.

📆 Saturday, October 25th | 10AM–4PM | Souhegan HS Gym

Test out 25+ brand-name mattresses, adjustable bases, pillows, and sheets — all at unbeatable prices! Every purchase directly supports the Souhegan Music Department, so spread the word and stop by to shop, save, and support!

You are invited to be part of our upcoming Community Dialogue event — engage in conversations that make a difference. 🌟

📅 Tuesday, Nov 4th at 6pm | 📍Souhegan High School | ➡️RSVP here

A group of student leaders from Souhegan High School, trained through an initiative called Getting to Y (GTY), is hosting a community dialogue regarding Youth Risk Behaviors. The GTY team worked with their high school peers to review and analyze the most recently available Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS - 2023) from our community. Together they identified areas of strength, as well as priority concerns. They have brainstormed root causes and possible solutions to improve outcomes for some of the health risk priorities that they identified in our community, and are now seeking to take action. In order to do so, the group needs input from the broader community (parents, community members, healthcare/mental health providers, first responders, local officials, etc) to identify actions & solutions.

Please RSVP or indicate interest through this form. We will share more information as we get closer to the event. Anyone with questions about the event are encouraged to reach out to SHS School Counseling Director Tim Cotreau (tcotreau@sau39.org) or SHS School Social Worker Sheelu Joshi Flegal (sjoshiflegal@sau39.org).

Make sure you’ve reserved your copy before they’re gone!

🔗 Order here: yearbookordercenter.com

🔑 Enter school code: 26651

We invite you to honor and recognize our nation's heroes—veterans, active service members, and their families—at a special event filled with reflection, music, and gratitude.

🗓️ Date: Monday, November 10, 2025
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM - 11:40 AM
📍 Location: Souhegan High School Gymnasium

This meaningful occasion will feature inspired readings, moving performances, and heartfelt expressions of gratitude. We welcome the community to join us in paying tribute.

This Wednesday, sophomores went out into our larger communities to participate in different service projects with their advisories. This was a chance for students to honor the Souhegan Six and our shared commitment to learning, stewardship, and community. Here are just a few photos of our students being excellent ambassadors of our school!

📸 A big shoutout to Mont Vernon Recreation and Beaver Brook for the awesome photos! We love seeing these moments captured!

The senior class braved the rain and had a great time at their Adventure Outing on Wednesday! Lawn games, a scavenger hunt, Capture the Flag were some of the highlights of the day. Huge thanks to everyone who helped make it such a fun experience!

Get ready, Sabers! From October 27–31 during Advisory, join the spooky fun with Fright Fest! Sign up by advisory — the winning advisory scores a Moulton’s gift card! 👻🎃

✨ Costume Contest:

• Open to students & staff

• Must be school-appropriate (no masks, excessive face paint, or gore)

• Advisors will tally participation points — more costumes = more points!

Show off your creativity and get your advisory to the top! 🏆

Interact Club is hosting a Halloween drive for the amazing patients and nurses at CMC Manchester. We would greatly appreciate donations to help us support CMC! You can put any donations in the boxes in the annex next to the stairs and in the main building next to student services.

Donations can include: New Blankets • Unopened/New Toys • Board Games • Legos • Coloring Books • Sticker Packets • Stuffed Animals • Halloween Buckets

The boxes will be out until the 28th so get your donations in while you still can! 🎃👻

Click here to view available community service opportunities!

All students at SHS are required to complete community service hours in order to graduate. Information about the community service requirement as well as instructions for submitting hours can be found on our website.

We’re looking for Amherst & Mont Vernon community members to serve on Senior Project panels and help guide students through their capstone year.

✅ 5 check-ins with students
🎓 Final public exhibitions in May
🤝 A chance to inspire and support our seniors
📅 Panels begin in December.

👉 Full details here
📧 Contact kmaddock@sau39.org or rlemieux@sau39.org by Oct. 31 to get involved!

Souhegan High School and Amherst Middle School are looking for friendly, reliable team members to join our Nutrition Services staff!

Contact Krystal Gendreau at Kgendreau@sau39.org for more details!

Join the Amherst Police Department for their 3rd Annual Trunk or Treat tomorrow, Saturday, October 25, 4:00–6:00 PM at the Souhegan High School Annex parking lot! 👻 Enjoy a fun, family-friendly evening with decorated trunks, candy, and community spirit. Don’t miss out! 🍬

📆 Wednesday, November 12 I ⏰6:30-8:30 PM

For current or soon-to-be teen drivers and their parents. Learn NH driving rules, laws, and tips to stay safe on the road. Q&A included! 🚗

Tuesday, October 28, is Apply NH Day. Students applying to colleges on Apply NH day will have their application fee waived to New Hampshire colleges and universities. Any student submitting a college application as part of the program is eligible for entry to receive a $500 scholarship. If you would like to take advantage of this opportunity, please stop by Student Services on Monday and check in with Michelle to schedule an appointment block with a Granite Edvance representative to receive the fee waiver. Your applications must be ready to submit on this day. Please reach out to your school counselor with any questions.

📢 The October Student Services Newsletter is here!
It’s packed with important info and upcoming events you won’t want to miss—AP & Dual Enrollment Registration, PSAT, Apply NH Day, Financial Aid Night, and more!

👉 Check it out now!

Help us show our staff some love by signing up to bring paper goods or drinks. Let’s make this luncheon extra special for the incredible staff who support our school every day! 💛🖤

Special shoutout to Jake Wilson and Haley Christianson, who will be competing in the New England Championships this weekend at Mohegan Sun. Good luck, Sabers! ⛳

Our Field Hockey team is the #1 seed in the division and will host the quarterfinals this Sunday at 2:00 PM. Let’s pack the stands and cheer them on! 🥅🏑

🎉 Cheer on our Sabers this Saturday, October 25, at 11:00 AM at Derryfield Park! Let’s go! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

This Saturday at 11:00 AM, Souhegan will host a Div 1 NCAA Women’s Lacrosse matchup on Calvetti Family Field: UVM (featuring alum Lyla Kimball ’25) vs. URI. Come out and cheer on Lyla and the teams! 🥍

Don’t forget to grab a snack from the Souhegan PTSA concessions!

Website: https://www.sau39.org/shs
Location: 412 Boston Post Road, Amherst, NH, USA
Phone: (603) 673-9940
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/souheganhs