Welcome back! Important back-to-school updates from Principal Peralta
Dear Bradford Families,
I hope you’ve had a wonderful summer so far and are enjoying time with your children! It is hard to believe it is already July 31. While our students have been out making summer memories, our team at Bradford has been hard at work behind the scenes getting classrooms cleaned, organized, and ready for a great year ahead.
Whether your child is returning to Bradford or joining our school community for the first time, thank you for being such an important part of our school family. We can't wait to see everyone back in the building very soon!
To help you start planning for September, here are the key dates and basic details to get you started:
District Calendar & Supply Lists
Attached to this message, you’ll find the 2026–2027 Haverhill Public Schools Calendar as well as our grade-level supply lists so you have them handy for summer planning and shopping.
Important September Dates
- Tuesday, September 1: Staff Report & Open House (grade-level times will be shared soon)
- Wednesday, September 2: First day of school for Grades 1–4
- Wednesday, September 2 – Friday, September 4: Kindergarten Screenings
- Friday, September 4: Early Release Day for students
- Monday, September 7: No School (Labor Day)
- Tuesday, September 8: First day of school for Kindergarten
- School Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.
- Morning Drop-Off Begins: 8:45 a.m.
- A quick arrival note: To keep traffic moving smoothly and keep all students safe, please remain in your vehicle during morning drop-off. Our staff members will be right outside to greet your child and help them safely exit the car.
Our office is currently open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Please note: Next Friday, August 7, the office will close early at 1:00 p.m.
If you have any questions or need anything over the summer, please feel free to call or stop by during office hours, we are always here to help.
What to Expect in August & Staying Connected
We know back-to-school season comes with a lot of details, so we will send updates out in stages throughout August so you have everything you need well before the first day. Keep an eye on ParentSquare for upcoming notes on:
- Class placements (Grades 1–4 lists will go out no later than mid-August; Kindergarten teacher assignments will follow after screeners)
- Bus routes and transportation
- Specific Open House schedules
- Arrival and dismissal procedures
- Health office, immunization, and medication reminders
For now, enjoy these final weeks of summer. Relax, spend quality time together, and try to read a good book with your children every day!
We are looking forward to a fantastic school year together.
Respectfully,
Ms. Peralta