Superintendent's Weekly Updates

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• District Updates
• Extended Learning Updates
• Athletic Department Updates
• Early Learning Center Updates
• Hooks School Updates
• Kelly School Updates
• Sokolowski School Updates
• Wright Middle School Updates
• Chelsea High School Updates
• Chelsea Opportunity Academy Updates
• Messages From Our Community Partners

Chelsea Public Schools made “substantial progress toward targets” from the 2026 Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) based on recent data released by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE).

DESE classified CPS as “not requiring assistance or intervention” after the district increased its annual criterion-referenced target percentage by six percentage points from 46 percent (2025) to 52 percent (2026).

CPS is proud of the progress reflected in the 2026 MCAS results, and the district is grateful for our teachers, paraprofessional, school leaders, and staff who have focused on improving teaching and learning for every students, every day in Chelsea. Visit our website to read more! ⏬

We are thrilled to share that Bunker Hill Community College recently was awarded a $1.375 million federal grant to help hundreds of CPS students prepare for and pursue postsecondary education and career opportunities.

The five-year grant, running from October 2026 through September 2031, will enable BHCC’s TRIO Talent Search Program to serve 550 students each year at Chelsea High School, Wright Science and Technology Academy, and Browne Middle School.

TRIO Talent Search and Bunker Hill have been incredible partners in providing middle and high school students in Chelsea the opportunity to access college and career opportunities. We are thrilled to see this work enhanced in the years to come.

TRiO staff taking high school students on a visit to Emmanuel College.

In recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month, district staff proudly wore Puerto Rican shirts to celebrate Puerto Rican culture, heritage, and pride.

This is a reminder that there is no school on Monday, October 12, in observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day. Students will return to school on Tuesday, October 13th.

Students participating in the Harlem lacrosse program are seen here getting ready to head to East Boston for a game with Coach David.

Intramural sports began this week for boys and girls in the 7th and 8th Grade. Students, coaches and student workers from the CHS basketball team can all be seen here getting ready for the first week of games.

Check out our upcoming games.

Soccer: Katherine Benitez, Sarahi Zavala Banegas

Football: Omar Iman

Cross Country: Jefriso Mercado

Unified Basketball: Sunaina Thapa

Volleyball: Mya Maradiaga

Here we go again - the Red Devil Turkey Tort is coming the Saturday before Thanksgiving. Team award for the school with the most staff participation is in play again this year with the Hooks returning as defending champs! All proceeds go to the J. Barry Dwyer scholarship fund and CHS athletics. Questions: martineaum@chelseaschools.com

First graders in Ms Scott and Mrs. Xavier's classes celebrated writing their first personal narratives this week with a Publishing Party! They were so proud to share their work with their friends and teachers. Congratulations, published authors!

Second graders are nearing the end of our Cinderella unit and students were asked to come up with lessons learned. Then we went a step further up the DOK ladder and students had to apply the lesson to their own life! We knocked it out of the park!

In math, grade 3 is learning to find the area of shapes by counting tiles!

Students were engineers using the steps to The Engineering Design Process to create paper chains.

Kelly School October Coffee Hour "Meet the Social Worker and the Counselor".

Today was publication day for the third edition of Best Practices of Literacy Leaders: Keys to School Improvement, featuring a case study written by principal Camilo Machado-Cleary and Literacy Coach, Katerina Klavon. The book was edited by Dr. Jacy Ippolito, Co-Director at the Center for Educational Leadership at Salem State University and frequent collaborator/mentor with Chelsea Public Schools!

Teachers at the Sokolowski hosted their first monthly morning book market! Students were able to purchase favorite books for just $1 or $2. We are so excited to continue this tradition again this year!

Our School Council meeting began with a wonderful opportunity for sharing ideas, open dialogue, and collaboration. Welcome to a space for connection, shared learning, and working together!

This month’s Red Triangle Award at Sokolowski celebrates the individuals who make a difference through their dedication, kindness, and commitment to our school community. Congratulations to this month’s recipient, and thank you for being a shining example of the values that bring us together!

The Wright Academy is excited to introduce The Academy Buzz, our new 8th-grade elective student newspaper! Our student editorial team will highlight student voices, teacher spotlights, school events, and the many talents and contributions of our Wolfpack community. Congratulations to our student journalists on this exciting new initiative!"

Wright Academy Clerks were honored with their Name, Strength, and Story Awards this past week! A special thank you to Mr. Meyers for recognizing and celebrating their hard work, dedication, and commitment to our school community!

Congratulations to our students in the CHS Orchestra and everyone from the Boston Landmarks Orchestra on a wonderful Hispanic Heritage Month Concert last night!

This week in CHS’ new Exercise Science and Athletic Training class, students practiced identifying anatomical planes and axes of the human body!

The Freshman Academy Pilot Teachers and Grade 9 Assistant Principal participated in professional development at Intrepid Academy at Hale, exploring Responsive Experiential Learning through hands-on activities such as archery, fire-building, and fishing. A day of learning, collaboration, and growth!

CHS families are invited to Family Night! Join us for an evening of connection and support. Meet CHS staff, learn more about school programs, get answers to your questions and connect with the CHS community.

Thursday, October 15
5:00–7:00 p.m. — Come anytime!
Chelsea High School

We will be celebrating our 2nd annual Chelsea school district girls in aviation day. The school that brings the most girls will get a pizza party. Come and learn about aviation and explore if this is a career path you want in the future. Please sign up as soon as possible.

Congratulations to Jacqueline Tiu, who completed her capstone at Chelsea Opportunity Academy on Tuesday! Pictured with her Crew Leader, ELA teacher Giulia Basile, Jacqueline celebrated an important milestone in her journey toward graduation.

The capstone is a culminating experience that gives COA students an opportunity to reflect on their learning, celebrate their growth, and share their plans for life after high school. It is a meaningful COA tradition that honors each student’s story and the relationships that have supported them along the way.

At COA, students can graduate whenever they complete their graduation requirements—they do not have to wait until June. This flexibility allows us to recognize students’ accomplishments throughout the year as they reach their goals and take their next steps. Congratulations, Jacqueline, and thank you to Giulia and the COA team for supporting her journey!

School Committee Member for District 3 Jonathan Gomez-Pereira invites CPS families in District 3 to office hours on October 15th at the Chelsea Public Library.

Sunday, October 25 | 4-6pm | $5
Come show off your favorite costume! Children receive a wicked trick or treat bag filled with delicious candy! Walk-Ins are welcome, however due to the event’s popularity registration is strongly recommended.

Infants and toddlers attend for free | Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Coordinators: Chelsea Recreation Staff & Volunteers
Location: Williams Building, 180 Walnut Street

Pre-Registration can be done online: https://recreation.chelseama.gov

In-person at the Williams Building, 180 Walnut Street

Email: recreation@chelseama.gov

Phone: 617-466-5233

Did you know that Boston Children's Chorus (BCC) has a Community Chorus program that is FREE for Chelsea students in 2nd-5th Grade??

The chorus meets on Saturdays at the Williams School from 9:00am-10:30am. There will also be additional rehearsals and performances throughout the year (including a concert at Symphony Hall on MLK Weekend!).

Families — you can sign up today, and join BCC as early as this Saturday: https://bostonchildrenschorus.org/sing-with-us.