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Nov 10, 2026 · South Meadow School
Learning Beyond SMS: Former EHP Students Return
When Jaffrey Historical Society member and SMS Social Studies teacher Mr. Driscoll mentioned needing a replica of the Meeting House in Jaffrey, Mrs. DeDecker pitched the project to her 3D students. Equipped with historical blueprints and archival documents provided by the society, she pitched the idea to EHP students. Two years later, the resulting project is a masterclass in true collaboration. To handle the intricate architectural details, the students shared online work planes and learned a new CAD software program that could handle the fine details of their work. Remarkably, they constructed the entire model—including both the exterior structure and a detailed interior cross-section—using only basic geometric shapes. Their completed rendering stands as a remarkable feat of perseverance and an accomplishment to be celebrated. It will now be proudly displayed inside the meeting house for all visitors to enjoy.
Nov 10, 2026 · South Meadow School
Learning Beyond SMS: Former EHP Students Return
When Jaffrey Historical Society member and SMS Social Studies teacher Mr. Driscoll mentioned needing a replica of the Meeting House in Jaffrey, Mrs. DeDecker pitched the project to her 3D students. Equipped with historical blueprints and archival documents provided by the society, she pitched the idea to EHP students. Two years later, the resulting project is a masterclass in true collaboration. To handle the intricate architectural details, the students shared online work planes and learned a new CAD software program that could handle the fine details of their work. Remarkably, they constructed the entire model—including both the exterior structure and a detailed interior cross-section—using only basic geometric shapes. Their completed rendering stands as a remarkable feat of perseverance and an accomplishment to be celebrated. It will now be proudly displayed inside the meeting house for all visitors to enjoy.
Nov 10, 2026 · South Meadow School
SMS Inducts Students Into Inaugural National Junior Honor Society
We are excited to announce the induction of 21 students into our very first NJHS chapter! The National Junior Honor Society recognizes middle schoolers who demonstrate outstanding scholarship, service, leadership, character, and citizenship. Through community service projects and leadership development, our new members are building skills for lifelong success. Congratulations to all of our inductees on this well-deserved honor!
Nov 2, 2026 · South Meadow School
Puma News 11/1/26
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Oct 29, 2026 · South Meadow School
SMS School Picture Retake Day 11/29/26
Picture Retake Day at SMS is November 9, 2026 for new students and staff members, transfer students, or for anyone who may have missed the initial picture day. Additionally, all are welcome who were unhappy with their original picture and would like to give it another try. Retake photos automatically replace original photos in school services and yearbook. If a student chooses to retake their photo, they need to return the original picture package to the photographer on picture day. Geskus will replace it at no additional cost.

For those that are being photographed for the first time, they will go to the camera and will have a proof created that will that will be sent to the school (and/or to their family email if we have that information). These proofs will be delivered approx. 4 weeks after picture day. An order code will be on the proof along with ordering instructions. There will be no Pre-Order option/code for Retake Day.
Oct 23, 2026 · Contoocook Valley School District
Sutton Wins Science Educator of the Year Award
Congratulations to Jenn Sutton, who recently received the Elementary Science Educator of the Year Award from the New Hampshire Science Teachers’ Association (NHSTA). This award is presented annually to an outstanding K-6 science educator who demonstrates strong subject understanding, shows exceptional enthusiasm for teaching, and has an established record of leadership in the field. Among several other qualifications for the award, honorees must integrate NH Science Standards effectively into daily lessons and use innovative, accessible methods to engage students.

“Jenn brings science to life through place-based learning and hands-on inquiry, seamlessly integrating NGSS standards into daily lessons in math and literacy,” Principal Rachel Hill observed in her award nomination letter last year. “By constructing arguments to solve real-world problems, her students explore ideas about ecosystems and life cycles as active investigators.”

Hill also emphasized the close collaboration between the Harris Center for Conservation Education, where Sutton serves on the Board of Trustees, and the ConVal School District: “Jenn’s commitment is explicitly visible through her partnership with the Harris Center, where students engage in raising and releasing painted turtles. Whether tracking bird migration patterns or observing local habitats, Jenn ensures her students see science not as a subject in a book, but as a connection to their own community.”

Tiffany Thompson, President of the New Hampshire Science Teachers’ Association, noted in her award letter that Sutton’s “outreach to the students in the education community of New Hampshire is truly remarkable and epitomizes the spirit of the Elementary Science Educator of the Year Award.”

Sutton was presented with the award during a ceremony at the annual NHSTA conference in Concord on October 8.
Oct 19, 2026 · South Meadow School
Puma News 10/18/26
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Oct 18, 2026 · Contoocook Valley School District
Focus Group for Parents of Children with IEPs
The ConVal School District is currently participating in the NH Department of Education's Program Approval and General Supervision (PAGS) review process.

As part of this process, the Parent Information Center coordinates and facilitates a focus group with families about your experiences with:

Home/school communication

The special education process

Your child's Individualized Education Program (IEP)

What's working well—and where the district can improve—when it comes to special education services

Your ideas and recommendations on what is working and ways the district can improve are crucial to shaping the future!

Pre-registration is required. If you are unable to attend, register anyway! We'll send you a survey to complete instead. Please see the related flyer here.