Stimson Spotlight March 23, 2026

Posted Date: 03/23/26 (03:57 PM)

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The Stimson Spotlight

Weekly Newsletter for Families

March 23, 2026

Stimson Spotlights

It has been a truly remarkable week at Stimson Middle School where our students have excelled both in and out of the classroom. We were honored to host Coach Lamar Lee who shared powerful insights on social media responsibility, helping our students understand how to navigate their digital lives with integrity and care. On the athletic front, we are bursting with pride for the Boys Maroon Team Volleyball players who finished their season with an incredible undefeated record. Their hard work and teamwork certainly paid off on the court and we celebrate their impressive dedication. Our academic spirit is also soaring as Mrs. Teeter, our school librarian, was happy to report that Stimson students were top scorers for the Read Across America Day Challenge by checking out a record-breaking 113 books. As we all look forward to the upcoming spring recess, we want to ensure everyone has a restful and rejuvenating break. Please keep in mind that the New York State Assessments are scheduled to take place throughout April and May. As always, we encourage you to stay connected and informed by regularly checking the school calendar and our official website for the latest updates and announcements.

Coach Lee Visits Stimson

Coach Lamar Lee visited Stimson to speak to our students about Social Media Responsibility.

Boys Volleyball - Maroon Team is UNDEFEATED!

Interested in Joining 8th Grade Dance?

Celebrating Music in Our Schools!

Mr. Guillen-Ortega and Mr. Foti have been giving a live concert on Thursday mornings this month to celebrate music in our schools. This week, they were joined by Mr. Young on electric bass!

Stimson Yearbook Cover Winners!

Important Information for Families

Cell Phone Policy Updates

Stimson students may not use their cell phones during the school day. Students MUST secure their phones in their lockers at the start of the school day where it will be stored until dismissal. We will be communicating this to students regularly throughout the month of September. As of October 1st, any student found with their cell phone during the school day will have their phone taken and held until a parent or guardian can pick it up from school. Additional instances will result in detention.

SHUFSD Cell Phone Policy

SHUFSD Nutrition Services

All Students enrolled in SHUFSD are eligible to receive free breakfast and lunch in the 25/26 school year!

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SILAS WOOD/STIMSON PTA

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A Message from our PTA

Please consider joining the 2026/2027 SW/SMS PTA Board

All positions are open
Completed nomination forms are due Tuesday, March 24th, https://forms.gle/p4LAM68rmy2UnKQy8

Yearbook Dedications

All eighth grade families are invited to submit a short message (up to 30 words) to recognize their student in the 2025/2026 yearbook. Dedications are $10 each and can be purchased in our Givebacks store or by printing the attached flyer, with messages submitted through Google Form only. All dedications and purchases must be submitted by April 1st. If you have any questions please email Lea Hiller, leam868@gmail.com.

Upcoming Events

3/25 - Marion Lazan Assembly with 8th Grade

3/24 and 3/27 - Challenger Basketball Games

3/30-4/1 - NJHS Washington DC Trip

4/2-4/10 - Spring Recess

4/15 -4/16 NYS ELA Assessment

2026 New York State Assessment Schedule

Dear Stimson families,

As we inch closer to Spring, we would like to share the dates for our New York State Grades 7 and 8 English Language Arts, Math, and Science Assessments with you. These assessments will be given during the school day during a 2 hour testing window. Please see the schedule below:

English Language Arts (Grade 7 and 8) - 4/15 and 4/16

Math (Grade 7 and 8) - 4/28 and 4/29

Science (Grade 8) - 5/12

Contact info

If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us. You can reach out:

(631) 812-3700
https://www.shufsd.org/
Instagram: henrylstimsonms