Join us for a special evening with nationally recognized speaker, bestselling author, and generational expert Mark C. Perna.
Unleashing Passion, Purpose, and Performance in Younger Generations will challenge us to think differently about how we connect with, motivate, and support the young people in our lives.
Whether you are a parent, educator, employer, coach, community leader, or simply someone who cares about the future of our young people, this conversation is for you.
• Thursday, October 8
• 6:00 PM
• Old Saybrook High School Auditorium
• 1111 Boston Post Road, Old Saybrook, CT 06475
• Child care will be provided
Welch, who raises grass-fed cattle in southeastern Connecticut and is also co-owner of Bridge and Graze Burgers, shared his experience with students and gave them another opportunity to connect what they are learning in the classroom with careers and possibilities beyond it.
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What does it take to truly connect with today’s younger generations?
Join Old Saybrook Public Schools on Thursday, October 8, as nationally recognized speaker and bestselling author Mark C. Perna brings his powerful message, Unleashing Passion, Purpose, and Performance in Younger Generations, to Old Saybrook.
Parents, educators, employers, and community members will hear a fresh perspective on what motivates today’s young people and how we can help them develop purpose, confidence, and a vision for their future.
• Thursday, October 8
• 6:00 PM
• Old Saybrook High School Auditorium
• 1111 Boston Post Road, Old Saybrook, CT 06475
• Child care will be provided
Casey is a senior at Old Saybrook High School. He is on the Varsity Baseball team and hopes to be named Captain this year. He is also involved in the student advisory to the principal and superintendent (SUPRIN). Casey shared, “I am looking forward to being a student representative and all the responsibilities that come with it!”
Hannah is a senior and serves as the president of the Model United Nations and Youth and Government clubs. She is involved in Student Government and Rambler Newspaper club, and volunteers her time at the Historical Society’s William Hart House. She is interested in pursuing political science in college, and helps out with local political campaigns. Alongside her political interests, she is captain of the Cross Country, Indoor & Outdoor Track Teams and a competitive Irish dancer.
The Board looks forward to Hannah and Casey’s contributions and updates from the student perspective.
On Friday, the program moved to Camp Hazen for a full day of activities including canoeing, archery, and the Alpine Tower. The retreat is one way Link Crew helps freshmen build connections and become more comfortable with high school culture and expectations.
On Wednesday, September 9, a Career Pathways leadership team from Old Saybrook High School - Associate Principal David Plotkin, STEM Pathways Coordinator Karen Dionne, and Tech Ed teacher Cliff Taylor - joined Board of Education members Marijke Kehrhahn and Jane Wisialowski for a shop floor tour of Sound Manufacturing/Monster Equipment, an advanced manufacturing firm located in Old Saybrook. Dr. Kelli Vallieres, Owner and Chair of Sound's Board of Directors, shared the history of Old Saybrook High School's partnership with Sound, introduced a number of Sound employees who demonstrated their work, and offered many ideas for collaboration. Dr. Vallieres told the visitors that Sound has always been a family-owned shop, located in Old Saybrook for the last 20 years, that offers family-friendly resources and work schedules. Our heads were full of great ideas by the time we left - we look forward to building a productive partnership!
Old Saybrook Public Schools students delivered strong results on the most recent Smarter Balanced Assessment, with significant gains across multiple grade levels and subjects. We are proud of the hard work of our students and staff and encouraged by what these results say about the progress happening across our schools.
Click here for the full press release.
We are excited to share that breakfast is free for all Old Saybrook Public Schools students! Every student is eligible to receive one free breakfast each school day at no cost.
Discover the untapped power of the younger generations with performance expert Mark C. Perna!
Mark is a bestselling author, Forbes contributor, and thought leader who will challenge the way we think about Generations Z and Alpha and help us better understand what they need to thrive.
Mark has helped educators, employers, parents, and community leaders across the country bridge the generational divide and build stronger connections with young people.
Join us on Thursday, October 8 at 6:00 PM at the Old Saybrook High School Auditorium for Unleashing Passion, Purpose, and Performance in Younger Generations.
Child care will be provided.
Save the date. We hope you will join us!
Families and community members are welcome to attend.
Check out the attached map for the route and suggested Ram Watch & Celebrate Areas. Bring signs, noise makers, and your voice as we cheer on our Rams!
This exhibition was created by Old Saybrook High School students as part of Leanna Yeung’s Capstone Project, which explores the importance of art in students’ lives and the value of providing authentic spaces where creative work can be seen, appreciated, and experienced by the broader community.
Congratulations to our Chamber Singers, Treble Choir, Basso Choir, Select Instrumental Ensemble, and Jazz Band for a beautiful performance that showcased the talent, dedication, and artistry of our students. Thank you to our music educators, families, and community members for supporting the arts in Old Saybrook Public Schools.
