🏫 Friday, February 13 – No school for students due to Staff Development 👩🏫👨🏫and Monday, February 16 – School closed in observance of Presidents’ Day✨ Enjoy the long weekend!

We’re excited for the upcoming baseball and softball season at Somerville Middle School!
To help your student participate:
🩺 Please submit Middle School physicals to our school nurse, Mrs. Duffy
🖥 A Parent or Legal Guardian should complete the Arbiter/FamilyID online form
Both steps help ensure students are ready for a safe and successful season!
📱 Scan the QR code to get started

📧 Important: The form must be completed using a STUDENT EMAIL ONLY.
🗓 Deadline: February 19
Please Note: Any student who does not complete the form by the deadline will have their elective courses selected for them.
📩 Questions? Please contact Mrs. Tauriello📧 ntauriello@somervilleschools.org


School is CLOSED Monday, January 26th! 🎉


📣 Attention 8th Grade Families!
A friendly reminder that Somerville High School’s Incoming Freshman Information Night will be held on January 14th at 6:30 PM at the SHS Auditorium. Join us to learn about graduation requirements, course offerings, extracurricular activities, and more as your student prepares for high school.


🎄🎉 Hey Bulldogs! Holiday Spirit Week is here! 🎉🎄
Get ready to show your festive cheer with these fun daily themes:
🧦 Monday: Pajama Day – Stay comfy all day long.
👯 Tuesday: Twin Day – Match with your bestie or favorite buddy!
🧝♂️ Wednesday: Dress as Your Favorite Holiday Character – Be Santa, an elf, or even the Grinch!
😴 Thursday: Fuzzy Sock Day – Keep those toes cozy!
🎁 Friday: Ugly Holiday Sweater Day – Rock your most outrageous sweater!
Let’s make this week full of fun and holiday spirit!

🐾 Congratulations to our Somerville Middle School 2025–2026 Teacher of the Year, Ms. Tara Morash! 🐾
Your dedication and passion inspire our students every day!
🐾 Congratulations to our 2025–2026 Educational Services Professional of the Year, Mrs. Nashwa Tauriello! 🐾
Thank you for all the support and positivity you bring to SMS!

School will have a one-session day on Wednesday 11/26th, dismissing at 1:00 PM.
We’ll be closed Thursday and Friday 11/27-28th for Thanksgiving Break.
Enjoy the long weekend, Bulldogs! 🧡🐾

Let’s come together to help families in need this holiday season!
Bring in non-perishable food items, boxes are located in front of the Main Office.
💛Together, we can make a difference, Bulldogs! 💪🥫

🗓 Friday, November 14th
Missed your first photo or want a fresh shot? Come ready to smile! 😁
Lifetouch Picture Day ID: EVTZXKHXW

“Life is a Puzzle — Solve It Drug Free!” 💪
🎓 Tuesday: Wear your favorite college sweatshirt or SHS gear — your choices are your future!
🔴 Thursday: Wear red and sign the Drug-Free Pledge during lunch!

Please find the Eligibility Criteria and Nomination Form for the 2025-2026 Governor's Educator of the Year and Educational Specialist of the Year below. This program is designed to highlight and recognize the dedication and hard work of our teachers and educational service professionals. All teachers and educational service professionals are eligible to be nominated. However, please note that only the Teacher of the Year will compete in our county and state level programs. Please submit all nominations to Mrs. Teeling, SMS Main office, by the end of the day on Wednesday, November 5, 2025.

This is a friendly reminder that registration for our upcoming Diversity Night for this Thursday October 9th from 5:30-8:00pm is still open - but only for a short time! We are so excited about the opportunity to celebrate the many cultures, traditions and stories that make our community so special. If you plan to participate or attend, please be sure to register https://bit.ly/4q2zIgU by end of the school day tomorrow. Your response will help us determine whether there is enough interest to move forward with this event as planned. Thank you for your time and support in helping us honor the diversity that makes our school community shine.
https://bit.ly/4q2zIgU

📢 Reminder🐾SMS there will be No School:
📅 Thursday, October 2nd – Yom Kippur
📅 Friday, October 3rd– Staff Development

🐾📢 SMS - School will be CLOSED Tuesday, September 23rd in observance of Rosh Hashanah. 🐾



Thursday, September 18th
📌 Band info session: 5:30 PM
📌 Program begins: 6:00 PM (doors open 5:50 PM)
📝 Check Parent Portal for your child’s schedule before arriving.
⏰ Reminder: Early Dismissal at 1:00 PM

