CPS Superintendent's Update

Dear CPS Community,

As we wind down this academic year, and start preparing for the next, school bus registration for 2026-27 is getting underway. We need to begin collecting data on riders for the fall so efficient routes may be developed for the start of the school year. Please note that all students who desire to ride the school bus to or from school must register every year, even if they are not required to pay a fee. Also, we have an “early bird” payment discount available for registrations received by June 30, 2026. Information pertaining to school bus transportation may be found on the Chelmsford Public Schools Transportation web page.

I’m pleased to share that our CHS Theatre Guild has been nominated for seven TAMY Awards for their production of “Oklahoma!” including Best Student Orchestra, Visual Excellence, Technical Excellence and Best House Experience. A huge congratulations goes out to all the students who were members of the cast and crew, as well as to Erica Lundin and Craig Robertson for all their hard work making the musical a huge success. This year’s TAMY Awards will be held on Sunday, May 31, at 6:00 p.m. and will be livestreamed by Mount Wachusett Community College for all to watch.

The past week has been incredibly busy at Chelmsford High School as our seniors begin the countdown to graduation. Last Friday, we celebrated the third annual Future Teachers Signing Day; we are thrilled that 18 students from Chelmsford are planning to go on to study education in college. Yesterday morning was the Innovation Pathway (IP) Graduation Ceremony, recognizing the 24 students who successfully completed the IP Program, which was developed to help expand career field exploration through technical education. That was followed by the Senior Internship Exhibition, which saw the seniors visually display their recent workplace experiences for the junior class and interested faculty. The day wrapped up with Senior Awards Night in the Performing Arts Center, during which the valedictorian, salutatorian and Students of the Year for the Class of 2026 were announced. Congratulations to all!

Next week marks Chelmsford High’s Senior Week, with many events for our soon-to-be graduates that lead up to the much-anticipated commencement ceremony on Saturday, June 6. The seniors’ schedules will be packed with activities that are sure to create wonderful memories. One event to take note of is the Senior Prom on Wednesday, June 3. This event begins with a tradition of students and families gathering at the Chelmsford Town Common to take photos before they depart for the prom at the Atkinson Country Club. Beginning around 4:00 p.m., the area surrounding the common becomes very congested as folks gather to see all the students dressed in their finest attire before they leave for the evening. Be sure to plan accordingly if your daily travels typically bring you near the town common area on Wednesday afternoon.

Have a fantastic weekend!

Yours truly,

Jay Lang, Ed.D.

Superintendent of Schools

• Athletics Schedule

• 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
• CHIPS PTO Meeting: Monday, June 8, 6:30 p.m., Chelmsford Integrated Preschool
• CHS PTO Meeting: Monday, June 8, 7 p.m., Chelmsford High School
• Parker School Building Committee Meeting: Wednesday, June 10, 6 p.m., Chelmsford Senior Center
• Parker School Building Project Community Forum: Wednesday, June 10, 7 p.m., Chelmsford Senior Center
• Byam School Association Meeting: Wednesday, June 10, 7 p.m., Byam Elementary School
• Middle Schools PTO Meeting: Thursday, June 11, 6:30 p.m., McCarthy Middle School Library

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

The Chelmsford Public School Committee will meet on Tuesday, June 2, at 6 p.m. at the Central Administration Offices, 230 North Road. The meeting can be viewed on Comcast channel 6 or Verizon channel 37. It will also be live-streamed by Chelmsford Telemedia.

The agenda for Tuesday's meeting can be found on our website.

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

View more photos from the woodshop on our website.

View more of the artwork from Harrington on our website.

The Chelmsford Lions baseball team took time out of their MIAA tournament preparations to stop by Harrington Elementary School and thank their biggest fans - the riders of Bus 2. Every day, the bus drives by Ayotte Field and the students chant "Let's Go Lions" to show their support!

See more photos from Thursday's event on our website.

View more photos from Byam Art Night on our website.

Check out more photos from Thursday's event on our website.

View the 2026 Tsongas Center High School Graduation Guide

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. Please make note of the change in venue!

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.

Chelmsford High School seniors who are planning to go into the field of teaching were recognized during the third annual Future Teachers Signing Day ceremony on Friday, May 22.

In total, 18 members of the Class of 2026 plan to make the foray into education; 17 of them were present for the ceremony.

“In many ways, today mirrors the signing ceremonies we often see for student athletes, but this celebration honors something equally impactful: a commitment to shaping lives, building communities and inspiring future generations through education,” said Katie Simes, the Health, Physical Education & Family and Consumer Sciences department coordinator for Chelmsford Public Schools. “Teaching is far more than a profession. It is a calling rooted in patience, compassion, leadership and service.”

Continue reading about the ceremony on our website.

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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