~ EXCELLENCE IN THE EPS ~

~ EXCELLENCE IN THE EPS ~

A formidable security team!

Students working with students at EHS

  The members of Neil Plotnick’s advanced cybersecurity class worked with Maureen Johnson’s math students on an Hour of Code activity on Thursday, December 7, 2023. The students in the small-group math class had a fun time collaborating with the cybersecurity students on coding a dance party avatar using artificial intelligence. Plotnick will continue to support Johnson’s class with coding materials and resources that combine math and programming.

Middle School robotics update: Lafayette Lions advance to State Championship

  The Everett Public Schools (EPS) sent seven middle-school robotics teams to the First Lego League (FLL) Robotics Qualifier on Saturday, December 9, 2023, at Revere High School. Congratulations to the students and their teachers, as every EPS team finished in the top 20 out of 40 entrants in the high-energy competition. And a special salute to the Lafayette Lions – coached by James Santerre and Tenzin Lhadon – for earning a top-10 finish and securing a place in the State Championship on Saturday, December 16, 2023, at Newton North High School.

The EPS started its middle-school robotics program last year as part of a district-wide effort to expand offerings for students in Grades 6-8. This season, the district boasts seven FLL teams – one at the Parlin, Lafayette, and Keverian Schools and two each at the Madeline English and Whittier Schools. Everett’s FLL coaches are as follows:

Keverian – Christie Mercuri and Tori Milano

Madeline English – Bruce Jaffe and Jennifer Cavalieri

Lafayette – James Santerre and Tenzin Lhadon

Whittier – Dawn Munro and Neeta Kalve

Parlin – Michael LaRochelle, Lisa Lomba and Nicholas Estabrook

The FLL introduces students to science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) through fun, exciting hands-on learning. Participants develop problem-solving skills through a guided, global robotics program, while FLL competitions provide students a platform to showcase their critical thinking, coding and design skills in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

Magnificent Sevens – EHS Theatre Company Fall Showcase

The Everett High School (EHS) Theatre Company staged its Fall Showcase on December 7-8, 2023, inside the Center for the Performing Arts. The show featured a dynamic mix of song, dance, acting, improv and humor – all based around the Seven Deadly Sins and Seven Virtues. Congratulations to the EHS performing artists and thanks to teachers Evan DeMarzo, Brittany Mitchell and Briana Pierce for overseeing the production and set design! Finally, a round of applause to the parents, district teachers and staff, elected officials and residents who attended one of the two performances.

Allow him to illustrate … Masiello dazzles EPS students

  Renowned author/illustrator Ralph Masiello made a return visit to the EPS last week, presenting to a variety of grade levels at multiple schools in the district. Masiello specializes in creating age-appropriate programs that are “fun, funny, and educational.” He made his debut appearance in the EPS last year, and K-12 Arts Coordinator Caroline DiCicco and Library Coordinator Mary Puleo were happy to bring him back for two days of presentations on December 6-7, 2023.

During his two-day tour of the district, Masiello met with Parlin and Whittier fourth-graders, Keverian second-graders, Madeline English third- and fourth-graders and the Everett High School Illustration Class.

During his K-8 presentations, Masiello talked about his books and how he builds ideas to create stories, and he led drawing demonstrations. At Everett High, he discussed his career trajectory and building a professional art portfolio. He also gave helpful feedback on student artwork.

Art all over – Rixy makes an appearance at Everett High

  Interdisciplinary street artist Rixy delivered a presentation to EHS students on Friday, December 8, 2023, as part of the EHS Fine and Performing Arts Department Guest Artist Series. Rixy, the daughter of EHS Administrative Assistant Rixy Reyes-Oseguera, talked about the public works of art she has completed in Greater Boston and around the world. She delved into what inspires her artwork and discussed how she creates murals using both house and spray paints. She also reviewed the public art proposal process, inspiring students to pursue their own opportunities.

EHS students and teachers have viewed and admired Rixy’s murals around Greater Boston, which made this presentation even more meaningful.

Making a meal of the competition

EHS duo wins Kiss 108 Turkey Toss

  Congratulations to EHS seniors Domenic Papa and Shane MacKenzie for winning the 2023 Kiss 108 Turkey Toss. The event, which was held on Wednesday, November 22, 2023, at the Baxter Park Amphitheater at Assembly Row, is always very popular with area high school students. And it has been a particularly successful event for EHS, which has won the competition several times over the years. Shane had the job of tossing the turkey, and Domenic was entrusted with catching it.