Creating Connections
Weekly Message From Superintendent Marco C. Rodrigues, Ed.D.
Wednesday, June 21, 2023 - Volume 6, Issue 37
Delivering World Class Education Today for the Global Leaders of Tomorrow.
Superintendent's Message
Dear Hudson School Community,
On September 1, 2017, we launched Creating Connections to the Hudson School Community. Today we are publishing the final issue of our weekly publication and I want to thank you all for celebrating with us the wonderful events that happened in our schools in the last six years.
Today is also the last day of the 2022-2023 school year. On this happy occasion, I would like to acknowledge everyone’s commitment and dedication to our students and families during the academic year.
Thank you all for a successful academic year! We are finishing the year strong with many great things lined up to help us start next school year on a strong note as well.
It has been a pleasure serving as your Superintendent of Schools for the past six year and I wish Dr. Brian Reagan much success as he assumes the leadership of the Hudson Public Schools.
Best wishes for a safe and healthy summer, filled with opportunities for relaxation, fun, and personal time to replenish your energy.
Sincerely,
Marco C. Rodrigues, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
HPS Students Selected for 26th UNESCO International Meeting of Young Scientists
Congratulations to Hudson High School students, Lila Chaves and Sofia Oliveira, who have been selected to represent Hudson and the United States of America at the 26th UNESCO International Meeting of Young Scientists. The two will design and present a project around this year's theme "Peace: A Commitment, An Achievement". The conference will take place in January 2024 and include schools from Portugal, Spain, Germany, Italy, Brazil, Angola, and Andorra. We are thrilled to have Lila and Sofia take on this challenge and can't wait to see what they come up with for a project.
Incoming 5th Graders Encouraged to Sign Up for Performing Arts Class at Quinn
Has your soon-to-be 5th grader signed up for a Performing Arts class at Quinn?
Sign up here using this Google form for QMS enrollment in 5th grade band or chorus.
Performing Arts flier for Quinn Middle School:
Hudson Parent/Caregiver Survey on Youth Substance Use
The Hudson Youth Substance Abuse Prevention Coalition (YSAP), in partnership with the Hudson Health Department, is collecting information from parents/caregivers on their opinions of youth substance use in the community. We kindly ask that you take some time to thoughtfully complete the survey, which is estimated to take only 6 minutes. The data collected will be used to determine priorities, raise awareness, and support local programs and policies to address youth substance use in Hudson and the MetroWest region more broadly. We hope to aid parents and caregivers so that they are best able to support youth in healthy and informed decision-making. Please note that the survey is completely anonymous, participation is voluntary, and all questions are optional. We encourage one or more parents/caregivers from each household to take the survey - the more responses the better - so please share with family and friends. Any questions can be directed to Julie Zieff at the Health Department at JZieff@townofhudson.org. You can learn more about the Hudson YSAP Coalition at https://www.hudsonhealthdept.org/coalition. Thank you for your time and support of this important initiative!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfGKcVkIyg3J725eSZrEsa1peC4WzD3ckkGssPIAyED0kdEvQ/viewform
Hudson Public Library's Summer Reading Programs
Hudson Youth Football & Cheerleading
Hudson Recreation Department
To register please visit the Hudson Recreation Department's website.
More details in the flyer below!
Hawks Read!
We hope to see you there!
HPS Summer Food Program
SNAP
MassHealth Redetermination for Families
Families have been automatically renewed with MassHealth benefits since February 2020. Starting April 1, 2023, MassHealth will begin the eligibility redetermination process, renewing all 2.3M members over the following 12 months. This will generally be the first-time members are at risk of losing their coverage since February 2020. In preparation for this effort, MassHealth has increased staffing significantly to handle a greater volume of calls and applications, improved our systems to automatically renew as many members' coverage as possible, and is working in close collaboration with health plans, providers, and other stakeholders.
MassHealth has provided the Masshealth redeterminations brochure in multiple language.
· English: https://www.mass.gov/doc/masshealth-redeterminations-brochure-0/download
· Spanish: https://www.mass.gov/doc/masshealth-redeterminations-brochure-1/download
· Portuguese: download (mass.gov)
MassHealth has assistance for redetermination for families who are not citizens in multiple languages.
· Portuguese: https://www.mass.gov/doc/masshealth-redeterminations-flyer-for-individuals-who-are-non-citizens-brazilian-portuguese/download
If you currently have MassHealth watch for the BLUE folder (see below) arriving in the US Postal Service from MassHealth with important information about to apply for the eligibility process for redetermination. Families must respond to the contents of the envelope to reapply for MassHealth. Once a member receives a blue envelope in the mail, they have a number of ways they can submit their renewal.
Hudson Cultural Council Needs Your Help
The Hudson Cultural Council awards grants with public funds to programs and activities in the arts, humanities, and interpretive sciences. They are looking for input of people who live and work in Hudson to help guide funding priorities.
Please add your input with the survey below by June 30th.
English = https://s.surveyplanet.com/zihuifw3
Português = https://s.surveyplanet.com/108sq51l
Español = https://s.surveyplanet.com/3w5r87iw
Spread the Word...
Did You Know? We Are Hiring!
Hudson Public Schools is hiring! If you or anyone you know is interested please visit Employment Opportunities - Hudson Public Schools
UPCOMING EVENTS
Hudson School Committee
Committee members will participate in person and/or using the online Google Meet platform, and the proceedings will still be broadcast live on the Public Cable Access Channel – Comcast Channel 8, Verizon, Channel 47 and HudTV.
Tuesday, Jul 25, 2023, 07:00 PM
F-101 Hudson High School & Google Meet
Hudson School Committee
Committee members will participate in person and/or using the online Google Meet platform, and the proceedings will still be broadcast live on the Public Cable Access Channel – Comcast Channel 8, Verizon, Channel 47 and HudTV.
Tuesday, Aug 22, 2023, 07:00 PM
F-101 Hudson High School & Google Meet
Hudson Public Schools
Email: mcrodrigues@hudson.k12.ma.us
Website: https://www.hudson.k12.ma.us/
Location: 155 Apsley Street, Hudson, MA, USA
Phone: 978-567-6100
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Hudson-Public-Schools-179236828781147
Twitter: @Hudson_Public