Haverhill’s Special Education Parent Advisory Council tomorrow night helps parents explore how kindergarten readiness can impact how successful a child is…in high school. Moody School Director Kristi-Lynn Craig discusses the importance of preparing for kindergarten, noting it can lead to greater academic success, lower dropout rates and better health and lifestyle habits. Craig explores supports […]
A five-year long effort to receive a grant from the state to help expand preschools has finally come to fruition for Haverhill Public Schools. The Commonwealth Preschool Partnership Initiative grant provides money to expand high-quality pre-kindergarten or preschool opportunities for children three and four years old. Speaking before the Haverhill School Committee on Thursday, Kristi-Lynn […]
Haverhill Cultural Council Chair Nathan E. Webster. (WHAV News file photograph.)
During the season ahead, Haverhill residents and visitors will be able to take part in a cultural fair and a Boardwalk Block Party, learn about printing, hear concerts, enjoy theatrical productions and more thanks to more than $40,000 in grants recently awarded by the Haverhill Cultural Council.
The state money was awarded to local nonprofits, individuals and local business leaders delivering activities and programs for students, seniors and children. Specific offerings include Haverhill YMCA Learning Pods, Self-Care for Haverhill Senior Citizens, “Chainsaws, Cheeseburgers and Rock and Roll” and “Musical Baseball Show.”