May 22, 2026

Dear Holy Name Families,

Many students enjoyed some experiential learning away from our campus this week. Today, the second grade ventured to the Charleston Navy Yard to explore "Old Ironsides." After reading about the War of 1812, students had the opportunity to tour the USS Constitution and to learn more about its famed history in the museum. The trip brought the students' favorite unit of study to life.

Also, this week, fifth grade went on its annual trip to Fenway Park and View Boston. Students toured the ballpark and learned about the park and team's history. They are reading "We Are the Ship," which details the story of Jackie Robinson and the integration of baseball. Students then learned about the history, culture, and architecture of the city from atop the Prudential Center.

Yesterday, the 6th grade returned from it's weeklong adventure to Camp Eisner in Great Barrington. 6th graders hiked, fished, explored the outdoors, and enjoyed camp fires. The long running tradition is one of their final experiences at Holy Name and one they will remember for years to come.

Thank you to all the teachers and chaperones who made these trips possible.

Enjoy the long weekend.

Best regards,

Mr. Chisholm

Announcements and Reminders

• There is no school Monday for the Memorial Day holiday.
• Our annual Field Day is on Wednesday, June 3rd. We are looking for volunteers. Click here to register.
• Holy Name Parish is hosting three upcoming VIRTUS trainings. They will be held on May 25th at 10 am, May 31st at 12 pm, and June 2nd at 6 pm. Click here to register.

Holy Name Herald

The fourth and final edition of the Holy Name Herald is here. We are proud of our young journalists and grateful to Ms. Fair and Mr. Hastings for helping launch this new activity. Click here to read the edition!

Support Stella’s Sparkle Squad and the Jimmy Fund

​The Holy Name Parish School community is coming together to walk with purpose. This year, Stella, a bright and brave member of our nursery class is currently receiving treatment at the Jimmy Fund Clinic.

​Let’s fill the course with school spirit and show Stella and her family the incredible power of our community!

​Click here for more information

To join the team, please email:

Elizabeth Burkard

​Proceeds support adult and pediatric cancer care and research at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

Holy Name Parish News

Stay up to date on the latest news in the Parish. Read the most recent bulletin here.

• June 3rd: Field Day
• June 5th: 6th Grade Graduation (5:30 pm)
• June 10th: N, K1, and K2 Celebrations and Graduation
• June 11th: Last Day for Grades 1 to 5

What a great week at Camp Eisner in Great Barrington! Our students had a great time today exploring the beautiful outdoor spaces in their outdoor classroom this week. The week brought so much fun and discovery: team building activities, stream & aquatic exploration, fungi research, hiking adventures, splashing in the reservoir, and so much more! We were also happy to have Father Tom and Father Joseph join us this week!

On Wednesday, HNPS faculty and staff came together to celebrate Jordana Coakley with a baby shower! Jordana and her husband Stephen are expecting a baby girl in June, and the school community was happy to shower her with gifts for the new arrival.

Congratulations to Jordana and her husband Stephen, on this exciting chapter ahead!

Don’t forget to check out Holy Name Parish School’s Spirit Wear Store, open 24/7 and orders ship directly to you! As a reminder, spirit wear is only allowed on campus during designated casual days.

Please follow the uniform guidelines on our website.