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Narragansett’s Academic Growth Reflected in Harvard Study

A recent Harvard study analyzing student performance across the country reflects Narragansett’s strong academic growth, with significant gains in both math and reading compared to state and peer district trends.

The study highlights Narragansett’s #1 ranking in math achievement growth statewide, reinforcing our commitment to academic excellence and student success.

Read the full release and view the full report by clicking below.

REMINDER: Virtual Q&A Session for Parents

Please note that the event originally scheduled for February 26 has been rescheduled to:

Date: TONIGHT, March 18, 2025

Time: 6:30–7:30 PM

Location: Zoom (link provided at registration)

Join us for a virtual session on artificial intelligence (AI)! This event is a fantastic opportunity to continue the conversations sparked by our recent kick-off events at all three schools - and your final chance to engage while we await published guidance from RIDE on implementing AI for student use.

This casual Q&A session will allow parents to ask questions, express concerns, and connect with others in the district as we explore the impact of AI on education.

Click below to RSVP and secure your spot!

REMINDER! There's Still Time to Take SurveyWorks

The Rhode Island Department of Education #SurveyWorks window is STILL OPEN.

To ensure we continue to provide high quality, rigorous learning experiences that meet the needs of our learners and prepare them for college and career, we need your feedback and want to know what you think.

The survey is open until March 31 and shouldn’t take more than a few minutes to complete

How to Easily Participate:



Step 1 Visit THIS WEBSITE

Step 2- Choose school name from dropdown

Step 3- Click “Take this survey” to begin! 

Step 4- Choose answers by clicking circles

Step 5- Once finished, click “Submit”

Upcoming School Committee Meeting

Our next scheduled regular business meeting will take place in-person tomorrow, Wednesday, March 19, 2025 at 7:00pm.

Those who wish to attend can join the meeting in the Town Hall Chambers at 25 5th Avenue, Narragansett, R.I. on the 2nd floor.

As always, for meeting schedules, agendas, and School Committee related information, you can visit the dedicated webpage by clicking below.

Budget Presentation to Town Council

We also invite the community to attend the important budget presentation to the Town Council on Monday, March 24, 2025 at 6:00 at Town Hall.

Your support is appreciated and welcomed! All budget information for current and past years can be found HERE or by clicking the button below.

Narragansett Special Education Action Committee (NSEAC) Update

Our NSEAC committee, in collaboration with school administration, has been working hard to establish a strong foundation. Thanks to the dedication, passion, and creativity of our parents and professionals, we are now fully operational! Our bylaws, brochure, and website are complete, and we’ve started brainstorming exciting events for the future.

We are committed to growing our community and creating meaningful opportunities for families to connect. Save the date for our first district-wide family event on Wednesday, May 14th! Join us for a fun-filled evening with spring activities, sweet treats, drinks, and more. Stay tuned for more details—we can't wait to see you there!

Our next NSEAC board meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 7th, at 6 PM at Narragansett Pier School. The agenda will be posted in advance.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out at NSEAC@nssk12.org.

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Check it out today to help your student succeed through better attendance!

NES Awarded Grant to Launch KIBO Coding Club



Narragansett Elementary is thrilled to announce that Vanessa Miller has been awarded a 2025 MassCUE Classroom Grant to create the KIBO Coding Club, a hands-on robotics and coding program for young learners.

Using KIBO, a screen-free coding robot developed at Tufts University, students will build, program, and decorate their own robots while learning fundamental coding concepts like sequencing, loops, and conditional statements. Through hands-on activities, they’ll program KIBO to move, make sounds, and interact with its environment using sensors.

The club will also integrate arts and storytelling, making STEM learning fun and engaging. This exciting opportunity will spark curiosity and empower students to become future innovators in a technology-driven world. Stay tuned for updates!

Updates from Narragansett Prevention & Wellness

With recreational marijuana now legal in RI and nearby states, it’s important to remember that it’s only legal for those 21 and older. Today’s marijuana contains much higher THC levels (20–40% vs. 4% in the '90s), posing serious risks to adolescent brain development and mental health. Assuming teens are using the same marijuana as past generations is dangerous.

Learn more about the science behind modern marijuana and its impact on young brains by clicking HERE for the video by Laura Stack of Johnny’s Ambassadors through Operation Parent.

Nurse Updates: March into Wellness!

As the seasons change, spring brings renewed energy and a fresh focus on health and wellness! This month is National Nutrition Month, a great time to encourage healthy eating habits that fuel both body and mind. A balanced diet with plenty of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and protein supports learning, concentration, and overall well-being. Staying hydrated is just as important. Drinking plenty of water throughout the day helps maintain energy levels, improves focus, and keeps the body functioning at its best. Encourage your child to carry a reusable water bottle to school and choose water over sugary drinks whenever possible!

With seasonal changes, we also remind families to stay mindful of lingering colds, flu, and

allergies. Regular handwashing, covering coughs and sneezes, and keeping students' home

when they are feeling unwell all contribute to a healthier school community. Additionally, please

remember to send any updated physical exams and immunization records to your school nurse.

If you have any health-related questions or concerns, feel free to reach out. Wishing everyone a

happy, healthy, Spring season ahead!

March 25: School Store Open

March 26 & 27: NES Musical The Lion King | 6pm

April 3 & 8: RICAS Testing

April 14-18: Spring Break | No School

May 1: Save the Date! Student Art Show

Art in Bloom: Creative Highlights and Upcoming Art Show

Students have been busy in the art room, creating beautiful flower-themed artwork to be displayed during Reading Week. This year’s theme, "Bloom Where You Are Planted," has inspired students to showcase their creativity through colorful and vibrant designs.

We are also hard at work preparing for the NES Student Art Show, taking place on May 1, 2025, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM. This once-a-year event is open to all, and we encourage families to stop by before or after other activities.

This year, students across all grades are collaborating on a giant sculpture and working on an interactive art installation inspired by Monet’s Garden. It promises to be a spectacular showcase of talent and creativity.

Mark your calendars. This is an event you will not want to miss!

Celebrating Our Young Fundraisers

We are thrilled to share that our amazing third and fourth graders raised an impressive $6,890 for the American Heart Association during the Kids Heart Challenge in February’s PE/Health classes!

Their enthusiasm for learning about heart and brain health, mastering jump rope skills, and understanding the power of giving truly shone through.

A heartfelt thank you to our families for your unwavering support in making this event such a resounding success!

NES Morning Robotics Club Engineers Carnival Rides!

Our 3rd and 4th graders in the NES Morning Robotics Club have been hard at work bringing creativity and engineering to life!

Using their LEGO Spike kits, each group selected a Carnival Ride to build, refine, and program. The project helped students explore hands-on problem-solving while upgrading their designs with motors, sensors, and coding.

Check out these photos of our young engineers in action! Their enthusiasm and teamwork highlight the exciting intersection of STEM learning and imagination.

We can’t wait to see what they build next!

March 18: Enrichment - Animal Encounter

March 27: National History Day Parent Presentation Night

March 28: March Madness Event - 6:30pm-8:30pm

April 8 & April 10: 5th-8th Gr. RICAS Testing

April 14-18: Spring Break | No School

Grupo Ondas Brings Capoeira to Grades 7 & 8

Last week, we welcomed Grupo Ondas Capoeira to Narragansett School System! Instructors from Grupo Ondas Capoeira, based in Rhode Island and Massachusetts, presented an engaging and interactive program for our 7th and 8th-grade students.

Capoeira, a dynamic art form blending movement, music, and philosophy, provided students with a unique cultural experience. They participated in the Jogo de Capoeira, the "game of capoeira," where they exchanged symbolic movements of attack and defense while following the art’s traditional etiquette.

This enriching experience was made possible through our valued partnership with FirstWorks, which continues to bring inspiring and educational opportunities to our students.

We are grateful for the chance to explore the energy and history of Capoeira!

National Junior Honor Society – Application Deadline Approaching!

Attention 7th and 8th Grade Students: The deadline to submit your National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) application is fast approaching! Completed applications are due by April 1st in the Guidance Office.

NJHS members at Pier School are expected to demonstrate Character, Leadership, Service, Citizenship, and Scholarship. We look forward to celebrating this year’s inductees in May!

Use the buttons below to find the applications and useful information.

Need a hard copy? Printed applications are available in the School Counseling Office so please stop by if you still need one!

March 20: NHS Art Show Reception | 6pm

March 28: Mardi Gras Dance

April 2: NHS Spring Concert

April 3: PTO Meeting | 7pm

April 4: Senior Project Day

April 7: Mariner Family Monday

April 8: PSAT 10/SAT

April 10: ACT Testing

April 14-18: Spring Break | No School

REMINDER: Narragansett High School Art Show

Join us for the NHS Art Show, running March 15 through April 15 at the Maury Loontjens Memorial Library 

Reception Night: Thursday, March 20

Time: 6 PM to 8 PM

Location: 25 Pier Marketplace, Narragansett, RI

Highlights of the reception include musical performances, delicious foods, raffles, and more! The first 50 attendees will also receive 10% off a purchase at Grapes and Gourmet in Jamestown. 

Scan the QR code or click below to buy raffle tickets.

Come support our talented student artists and enjoy a wonderful evening celebrating creativity. We hope to see you there!

Narragansett High School Senior Organizes Successful Summer Job Fair

The Summer Job Fair at Narragansett High School held on March 13th was a great success. Senior Alexa Poirier organized the event as part of her senior project, creating a valuable opportunity for students and local businesses to connect.

Alexa shared that a total of 66 students signed up to explore summer job opportunities, and 16 local businesses participated, offering a wide range of positions and career insights. The event was a testament to the strong connections between our school and the local community, providing students with real-world job experience and businesses with enthusiastic young talent.

Thank you to all the businesses, students, and supporters who contributed to making this event such a success.

We are proud of Alexa for her dedication and effort in making this job fair a meaningful experience for all involved!

NHS Students Compete in SkillsUSA Competitions

March 13th marked an exciting milestone for Narragansett High School, as our Educator Prep students competed for the first time ever in the SkillsUSA competition at CCRI!

Leah Webster, Grace Cronin, and MacKenzie Gallagher (pictured above) took on the Early Childhood Education challenge, where they were given a topic on the spot and had just one hour to design a lesson plan. They then presented their lesson to a panel of judges and concluded with a live reading of a children’s book they received upon arrival.

While we won’t learn the competition results for a few more weeks, we are incredibly proud of their hard work and dedication. If you see these students, be sure to congratulate them on their impressive effort!

NHS was also represented in several other competitions:

• Web Design: Carmine San Antonio and Madden Hopewood, led by Chris Herz
• Digital Media: Ava Francis, Isla Yoneda, Sydney Matson, and Samantha Vanhine, led by Brien Jennings
• Computer Programming: Avery Sheely and Nicholas Bridges have already completed their competition.
• Urban Search and Rescue: Zackary Steagall, Anthony Insana, Trenton Smith, and Eli Faust will compete this Friday, March 21st, at Burrillville High School.

As always, our students and teachers showcased their skills, creativity, and professionalism on a competitive stage. No matter the results, they’ve made NHS proud!

NHS 2024-2025 Yearbook Now on Sale!

The Narragansett High School 2024-2025 yearbook is available for purchase!

To order, please complete the Yearbook Order Form. A separate form is required for each book.

Order Deadline: Thursday, April 10

After submitting your order, please send payment to the main office in an envelope labeled with your child's name and "Mrs. Maynard - Yearbook." Payments can be made in cash or by check payable to "NSS."

Pricing:

Yearbook: $45

Yearbook with personalization: $50

Yearbook with senior ad: $50

Yearbook with personalization & senior ad: $55

For questions, please contact Mrs. Maynard at jmaynard@nssk12.org.

Recent Student Achievements

Congratulations to Cole Francis, NHS senior, for being recognized by the Daughters of the American Revolution | Narragansett, Cooke, Gasper Chapter! Cole was honored for exemplifying dependability, service, leadership, and patriotism.

We also congratulate Karuna Lohman for her recognition by Write Rhode Island! Her piece, "Synonyms for Sadness: A Triptych," received a Notable Mention, a fantastic literary achievement.

We are proud of our students’ accomplishments!

Students Recognized for Documentary Work

Congratulations to sophomores, Maya Kaufman & Sydney Matson! They were recognized with an Honorable Mention for their C-SPAN StudentCam Documentary entitled Net Loss: Climate Change and the Seafood Crisis.

In addition, congratulations to sophomores Philomena Dolos, Sarah Floody, & Mackenzie Giblin! They were also recognized with an Honorable Mention for their C-SPAN StudentCam Documentary entitled Lowering the Voting Age to 16.

C-SPAN received documentaries from almost 3,500 students from across the country. Students were asked to create a 5-6 minute video addressing the theme: "Your Message to the President: What issue is most important to you or your community?"

These students’ achievements highlight their dedication to research, storytelling, and civic engagement. Congratulations to all for this outstanding recognition!

NHS Students Honored with Hobey Baker High School Character Award

Narragansett High School is proud to recognize Lauren Avedisian and Mason Kosiorek as recipients of the prestigious Hobey Baker High School Character Award.

This honor is awarded to student-athletes who exemplify character, excellence, a love for the game, and outstanding sportsmanship.

The Hobey Baker Award committee believes that adversity builds character, and character builds excellence - values that Lauren and Mason embody both on and off the ice.

Please join us in congratulating Lauren and Mason on this well-deserved recognition!

The Athlete of the Month campaign highlights NHS students who exemplify sportsmanship, dedication, and standout participation in any sports offered at the school. Recipients receive a t-shirt as well as their picture featured on the wall in athletics for the entire month.

Congratulations to our most recent athletes below!

Grace Blessing | Senior | Basketball

Senior Captain Grace Blessing made history on February 7th, becoming just the ninth female player in Narragansett High School history to score 1,000 career points. She dominated the stat sheet throughout the month, racking up 92 points while averaging 9 rebounds, 8 assists, 4 steals, and 2 blocks per game. Grace delivered in clutch moments during the playoffs, sinking a buzzer-beater to secure a 30-27 quarterfinal win over East Greenwich. In the semifinals, she knocked down two late three-pointers to seal the victory against Scituate. Grace and her team had a remarkable season, earning the titles of 2025 Regular Season Champions and Division II State Champions while also securing a top-10 ranking in the state at No. 8. Congratulations to Grace on an incredible season!

Cole Francis | Senior | Track and Field

Senior Cole Francis dominated the track this winter, earning the title of Rhode Island’s #1 runner in the 1,000-meter event. His impressive season saw him claim multiple championships, including Class C Champion and State Champion in the 1,000m at the winter championships. Cole continued his success at the New England Championship, where he placed 2nd with an outstanding time of 2:30.33. His performance now ranks him #33 in the United States for the 1,000 meters. Congratulations to Cole on his incredible achievements!