OSMS brought the whole school together Friday for a spirited Celebration of Learning. The afternoon celebrated summer learning and the start of a new year with games, raffle prizes, and staff skits reinforcing school-wide expectations. One of the best parts was the support students showed for classmates representing their grades, with plenty of cheering from start to finish.
3 days ago, Trent Gerbers
Students take part in a team game during the OSMS Celebration of Learning while staff and classmates look on.
Students participate in a team game using scooters, baskets, and colorful balls during the OSMS Celebration of Learning.
Suggested alt text: OSMS students sit together during the whole-school Celebration of Learning, with two students smiling toward the camera.
A student participates in a school activity during the OSMS Celebration of Learning while an adult staff member stands nearby.

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.

16 days ago, Trent Gerbers
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Former United States Secretary of Education Dr. Miguel Cardona joined Old Saybrook Public Schools for Convocation and spent time with our Pathways Coordinators as the district moves from planning into implementation. His message about hands-on learning, student exploration and teacher ownership closely connects to the work underway across Goodwin, OSMS and OSHS.
19 days ago, Trent Gerbers
Dr. Cardona with Old Saybrook Pathways Coordinators

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.

20 days ago, Trent Gerbers
Breakfast is Free
The Old Saybrook Board of Education welcomes back our faculty and staff, and our students and their families! We send our best wishes for a happy, productive school year - full of learning and growth. We look forward to cheering you on and learning about your accomplishments. Go Rams!
21 days ago, Trent Gerbers
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SAVE THE DATE: Thursday, October 8

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!
29 days ago, Trent Gerbers
Save the Date: Thursday, October 8
Law Enforcement Emergency Response Training will be conducted on Monday, August 17, 2026, and Friday, August 21, 2026. The campuses for Goodwin School and the Old Saybrook Middle School (buildings and grounds) will be closed both days from 4:00 PM through 10:00 PM. The campus for the Old Saybrook High School (buildings and grounds) will be closed both days from 6:00 PM through 10:00 PM. It is important that no one be on the grounds at those times.
about 1 month ago, Trent Gerbers
Reminder: The Old Saybrook Board of Education will hold a special meeting this Thursday, July 9, at 6:00 p.m. for the purpose of a literacy presentation and discussion.

Families and community members are welcome to attend.
2 months ago, Trent Gerbers
Congratulations to the Old Saybrook Middle School Class of 2026!

Today, we celebrate our students for all they have accomplished, the friendships they have built, and the growth they have shown throughout their time at OSMS. We are so proud of this class and excited to see all they will do as they take their next step into high school.
3 months ago, Trent Gerbers
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Due to the extreme heat, Goodwin School and Old Saybrook Middle School will operate on an early release schedule for Friday, June 12th. Transportation for Goodwin and Old Saybrook Middle School will operate under a normal early release schedule. There will be no change to Old Saybrook High School's exam schedule and the release time will remain at 12:15. A separate bus run will be provided for Old Saybrook High School students after the second exam.
3 months ago, Trent Gerbers
Our Grade 5 students turned the paved pathways at Old Saybrook Middle School into a live marketplace filled with student-created businesses, storefronts, sales graphs, eco-friendly ideas, and elevator pitches. Main Street Math Live Marketplace brought classroom learning to life in the best way, with creativity, confidence, and real-world problem-solving on full display.
3 months ago, Trent Gerbers
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Old Saybrook students and the OSMS Band were proud to line Main Street and cheer on the Special Olympics Torch Run!
4 months ago, Trent Gerbers
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Today, we were proud to celebrate and thank the many Community Partners who continue to support Old Saybrook Public Schools in meaningful ways.

This morning, students and staff hosted a pancake breakfast and presented thank-you cards to local business owners, municipal leaders, school and parent leadership groups, and many others who help strengthen our schools and community.

Their ongoing support, partnership, and generosity make a lasting difference for our students, staff, and families. We are grateful for the time, care, and commitment they continue to invest in Old Saybrook Public Schools.

Together, we build bright futures.
4 months ago, Trent Gerbers
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Anyway you slice it, Unified had a great time making homemade pizza yesterday!
4 months ago, Trent Gerbers
Unified Pizza Making
Congratulations to the Old Saybrook Middle School choruses on a wonderful Evening of Broadway Concert!

Our students filled the OSMS Auditorium with energy, confidence, and joy as they brought Broadway favorites to life for the entire community. It was clear with each medley how much preparation, care, and pride went into the performance.

A special thank you to our music educators, accompanists, staff, and families for supporting our students and helping make nights like this possible.

Most of all, congratulations to our OSMS chorus students for sharing their voices and talents with our community.
5 months ago, Trent Gerbers
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Congratulations to our Old Saybrook Middle School 7th-grade science fair participants for their creativity, curiosity, and hard work. We are proud to recognize this year’s top projects and student scientists.

1st Overall
Eshaan Gandhi, The Double Slit Experiment: Where Light Gets Confused

2nd Place
Tessa Travisano, From Bright to Bite: Testing Tooth Stains

3rd Place
Isabella Bonneau, From Chunky to Hunky: Moosey’s Weight Loss Regimen

Honorable Mentions
Grace Whelen, Soil Testing for Plant Production
Wyatt Kruse, Homemade Water Filter Work Compared with Store-bought
Clare Lopez, Does Subject Preference Affect Grades
Josh Serrano, Homemade Lava Lamps

Thank you to all of our student participants for bringing science to life through thoughtful questions, experimentation, and discovery. Your work made this year’s science fair a success.
5 months ago, Trent Gerbers
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Yesterday, several of our Unified students spent the afternoon checking out the new Super Mario Galaxy Movie. Popcorn and plumbers were the order of the day.
6 months ago, Trent Gerbers
Unified Trip to Super Mario
Sixth-grade students kicked off National Poetry Month (April) by learning about a type of "found poetry" called Blackout Poetry. They analyzed samples, formulated a definition, and then brainstormed the steps for creating one. The experience culminated with an event where family, friends, administration, school, and Central Office staff, Board of Education members, community members, and poet laureates Dr. Sandy Yannone and Leah O'Connor joined us to create some poems together. Students became the teachers, and everyone was successful. It was a wonderful event!
6 months ago, Trent Gerbers
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A huge congratulations to our Old Saybrook Middle School students and staff on a fantastic production of High School Musical!

Our students delivered an energetic, entertaining, and heartfelt performance that showcased their talent, confidence, and teamwork.

We are incredibly proud of everyone involved for creating such a memorable experience for our community.
6 months ago, Trent Gerbers
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Mama Mia! Unified Sports was in the Fast Lane to Fun at our Mario Kart Tournament yesterday!
6 months ago, Trent Gerbers
Unified Sports Mario Kart Tournament