East Haven Public Schools
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Dear EHPS Community,
As we approach the final stretch of the school year, I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude for your continued partnership. We are currently in the midst of our end-of-year summative testing, and seeing our students engage so fully with these assessments has been truly inspiring.
While many sessions are complete, testing will continue across all of our schools over the coming weeks. To ensure our students can continue to perform at their best, we ask that you remain mindful:
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Prioritize Rest: Consistent sleep schedules help students manage the mental stamina required to show what they know.
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Practice Positive Self-Talk: Remind your students that these tests are simply a snapshot of their growth. Encouraging words at home can set a confident tone for the entire day.
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Maintain Attendance: Regular, on-time attendance ensures that students can test in their familiar classroom environments with their peers, reducing "make-up day" stress.
If you are looking for more ways to support your child’s emotional well-being during high-stakes moments, I encourage you to listen to our latest episode of the Engagement Exchange podcast: From Challenges to Triumphs: Supporting Resilience in Students. It features fantastic insights on how we can work together to help our children work through stress and embrace challenges with a growth mindset.
Finally, thank you to everyone who made Teacher Appreciation Week so special. Your kindness and celebrations provided a wonderful tribute to the dedicated educators who work tirelessly for our students every day.
In partnership,
Adam Swinney, Superintendent
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Overbrook Early Learning Center recently wrapped up its 10-week Dinosaur Unit with a spectacular "Night at the Museum" family event. The school gymnasium was transformed into a student-led museum featuring large-scale sculptures, research projects, and interactive displays.
Throughout this unit, students explored science, literacy, and math through immersive, play-based learning. The event served as a wonderful celebration of student inquiry and the strong partnership between Overbrook families and staff.
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We are thrilled to highlight the inspiring pen pal program between SCSU’s Future Educators Club and Tuttle’s 4th-grade students. Under the guidance of teacher, Lisa Sandine, and Southern Connecticut State University NextGen Educator, Cole Brown, this partnership has allowed aspiring teachers to apply their coursework through meaningful correspondence with our students.
It has been a joy to witness our students’ growth and passion for learning reflected in their letters. By connecting with college mentors, we hope our students feel inspired to pursue their own future paths. Thank you to the SCSU Future Educators for their dedication to building these wonderful connections!
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As part of East Haven’s America 250 celebrations, our 5th graders across all schools welcomed guest author and historian Robert Hubbard. This special event was coordinated in partnership with Town Hall, and we are grateful for their efforts to secure such an enriching experience for our students as they concluded their study of the American Revolution asking, “How can we promote life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness for all?”
Professor Hubbard highlighted Connecticut Heroes of the Revolutionary War, sharing the stories of figures like Jonathan Occum, Jordan Freeman, Sybil Ludington, and Israel Putnam. Joining him were representatives from the East Haven Historical Society, who attended in period-accurate attire to help bring history to life. It was a wonderful opportunity for our students to see their classroom lessons come to life through our local heritage.
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The East Haven High School's annual Health and Wellness Fair was a tremendous success thanks to the collaboration and support of many dedicated community partners, vendors, staff members, and student leaders. Organizations including Fair Haven Community Health Care, Mothers Against Drunk Driving, East Shore District Health Department, Integrated Bilingual Counseling, Umbrella Center, local first responders, school-based health professionals, and numerous student-led groups provided engaging activities and valuable resources focused on physical health, mental wellness, safety, kindness, communication, and prevention education.
Strong student participation throughout the day helped create an energetic and positive atmosphere, while student volunteers played an important role in organizing tables, leading activities, welcoming peers, and supporting vendors. Their enthusiasm, leadership, and commitment to promoting wellness made the event both meaningful and memorable for the entire school community.
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You are cordially invited to East Haven Night of the Arts on Thursday, May 28, 2026 from 6-8 p.m. at East Haven High School. Come out and enjoy student art from all schools across the district under one roof! |
East Haven High School is proud to spotlight golfer Vincenza Brown, whose passion for the game has been evident since she first picked up a club at just six years old through First Tee Golf at Yale Golf Course. That early experience helped shape her both as a player and as a person, and over time her love for the sport has grown into a deeper level of dedication. This past year marked an important milestone as she began her journey as a competitive golfer.
Looking ahead, Vincenza has set ambitious goals for herself, hoping to continue her golf career at the collegiate level, ideally in North Carolina, a region known for its strong golf tradition. She finds joy in both the personal satisfaction of a strong performance and the peaceful, scenic nature of the game, describing the feeling after a good round as unmatched.
Vincenza is deeply appreciative of the support system that has helped her along the way, including her family and coaches, whose encouragement has been instrumental in her development. Their guidance has contributed to her success, including setting the EHHS Girls Golf single match record with a score of 42. Focused on building confidence and continuing to grow, Vincenza embraces each challenge as an opportunity to improve. With her determination and love for the game, she is certainly a name to watch.
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Use this prompt any day of the week to talk with your child about school, feelings, and daily experiences in a fun and meaningful way.
Week of 5/11: What was the most exciting thing you discovered today?
Week of 5/18: Did you learn something from a mistake? What was it?
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Calling all incoming Kindergarten students & families! |
District Information & Resources
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Click here for information on the Hays School YMCA before and after school care program available to all East Haven students in Kindergarten through Grade 8. Morning TRANSPORTATION to school from the YMCA and afternoon TRANSPORTATION from school to the YMCA is provided! |
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Did you know that all schools in East Haven have a school based health center where students can access behavioral and/or medical services right inside the school building? Click here to enroll your child today! |
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Strong attendance is directly tied to academic success. Please help us by making school attendance a top priority for your child. Missing more than 2 days of school per month places a student in the category of being chronically absent—something we work hard to prevent, since attendance impacts learning at every stage of a child’s education.
Let’s partner together to ensure that every child attends school regularly and has the best possible opportunity to achieve.
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East Haven Community Information & Resources |
The event is Saturday, May 30th from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at East Haven Stop & Shop, 370 Hemingway Ave. Support the East Haven Food Pantry and Kindness 4 Kids. Many local families rely on the East Haven Food Pantry and Kindness 4 Kids. Your donation makes a big difference! Donate non-perishable food items and essentials. Support your neighbors in need. Together we can make a stronger, kinder community. Proudly hosted by Stop & Shop. |
Don't miss this fun event for the whole family on Sunday, May 17 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at East Haven High School. The suggested family donation is $10. There is a K-9 demo at 12 p.m. as well as emergency vehicles, cionstruction trucks and so much more! |
MTI's Broadway Junior Revue of Pure Imagination is open to kids entering grade 4 through age 18.
WHEN: Auditions are June 5th 6:30-7:45 p.m. OR 7:45 p.m.-9:00 p.m. and June 7th 12:30-1:45 p.m. OR 1:45 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
WHERE: Hays School, 1 Maple Street, East Haven
HOW TO PREPARE: Kids should prepare one of the songs available on the website: easthavenarts.com. There will also be a dance audition.
Rehearsals will take place 2-3 days a week leading up to the final performances on
August 6th, 7th, and 8th.
Footloose the Musical is open to young adults entering grade 10 through age 25.
WHEN: Auditions are May 18th 6:30-8:30 p.m. OR 7:30-9:30 p.m. and May 22nd 6:30-8:30 p.m. OR 7:30-9:30 p.m.
(Potential callback on May 24th from 6:30-9:30PM)
WHERE: Hays School, 1 Maple Street, East Haven
HOW TO PREPARE: Everyone should prepare to sing a-capella approximately 30-60 seconds of a musical theater song of their choice. There will also be a dance audition and cold reading where auditioners are given a chance to read from the script.
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Beyond Words: Tuning Into Your Child's Inner World is a free, safe and supportive parenting workshop. Circle of Security Parenting is an attachment based parenting education program that helps parents better understand and build on their relationships with their children.
When: Tuesdays
May 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th, June 2nd & 9th
Time: 5:30-7:00 p.m.
Place: East Haven High School in Room S106
For more information and to register for this class, please reach out to Gisela Layedra at 203-468-3261 ext. 21006.
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It is officially time to welcome our newest learners to the district! We are excited to announce that registration for the 2026-2027 school year is now open. If your child is ready to start their educational journey, we invite you to begin the process today.
Join Us for an Information Session
To help families navigate this transition, we are hosting Kindergarten Information Sessions. Join us to meet staff, ask questions, and learn more about the curriculum and daily life in our classrooms.
When: Monday, March 16th
Time: 6-7:00 PM
Locations: Deer Run School, Momauguin School & Tuttle School (please attend at your child's home school)
How to Register
Starting the enrollment process is a simple two-step journey:
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Start Online: Families should begin by completing the initial registration forms through our online portal [CLICK HERE to Begin].
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Finalize In-Person: Once the online portion is complete, you will work directly with your child’s home school to submit required documents and finalize the paperwork in person.
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Click on the QR code below to register online for Overbrook Pre-K for the 2026-2027 school year. |
East Haven Adult Education is offering a high school completion, ESL Citizenship program free to East Haven residents. Enrichment classes are also availalbe. Scan the QR codes for the course catalog and to register for Spring 2026 programs. |
East Haven Family Meals are every Wednesday at the East Haven Senior Center, 91 Taylor Avenue.
Dine-in meals are for families with children only. Takeout meals are available for all. Enjoy crafts with the Hagaman Library.
Check out Breakfast Club at their new location at Overbrook Early Learning Center, 54 Gerrish Ave., East Haven from 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
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East Haven Family Resource Center and Community Dining sponsors the monthly Diaper Distribution at two East Haven locations. East Haven Residency Required. Only one pick up per month.
East Haven Senior Center, 91 Taylor Ave.
Distribution Dates: 5/13 & 6/10
Time: 5 PM - 6 PM
Overbrook Early Learning Center, 54 Gerrish Ave.
Distribution Dates: 5/30 & 6/27
Time: 9 AM - 10 AM
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East Haven's Mobile Food Pantry Distributions are every other Tuesday 2-2:45 p.m. at St. Pio of Pietrelcina Parish, 355 Foxon Rd., East Haven.
Walk up distribution. No residency required. Please bring your own bag.
Dates for 2026:
May 12 & 26
June 9 & 23
July 7 & 21
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Soundview Family YMCA is once again is organizing Camp Hays as a summer day camp for East Haven youth. Guided by trusted staff, campers can look forward to growing in confidence, making new friends, and creating joyful memories that last long after summer ends.
Camp Hays is for East Haven residents only.
Daily & weekly activities include:
Swimming Lessons (Wednesdays), Sports, and Outdoor play Creative art and STEM projects
Archery and so much more!
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Ages 2 and under meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30am to 11:30am. Ages 2-5 meet on Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:30am to 11:30am. Please register for playgroups in advance with the QR code or contact (203) 468-3305. |
Location: 35 Wheelbarrow Lane, East Haven, CT, USA
Phone: (203) 468-3261
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