John J. Shaughnessy Elementary School

Achieving Excellence

School Info

1158 Gorham Street, Lowell, MA 01852

Tel: 978-937-7657
Fax: 978-446-7074

Principal: Dr. Gregory Passeri
Assistant Principal: Ms. Maureen Ward-Nault
Social Worker: Ms. Renee Espinola, LICSW

Grades: PreK - 4
Zone: 2

Early Bell: 9:10
Tardy Bell: 9:25
Dismissal Bell: 3:30

Before School Program
Grades 1-4: 8:00am-9:00am

After School Program
Grades 3 and 4 Tues/Thurs 3:30pm- 5:30pm
Grades 1 and 2 Mon/Weds 3:30pm- 5:30pm

Upcoming Events

Today

Preschool and Kindergarten - First Day of School
October 7, 2020

Early Release Day
October 12, 2020

No School - Columbus Day
November 3, 2020

No School for Students - Election Day - Professional Day for Staff
November 11, 2020

No School - Veterans' Day
November 25, 2020

Early Dismissal - Thanksgiving Recess
November 26, 2020

No School - Thanksgiving Day
November 27, 2020

No School - Thanksgiving Recess
December 9, 2020

Early Release

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School News & Announcements

Hello Shaughnessy Families,

Our first day of school, for all of our Grade 1-4 students will be September 17th. All PreK and Kindergarten students will start school on September 21st. Please expect ConnectEd reminders as we get closer, where additional information will be shared.

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Virtual Parent Forums for Remote Learning

We will be having Virtual Parent Forums for Remote Learning on Monday, September 14th.

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Remembering Lt. John J. Shaughnessy on Memorial Day

Our school is named after Lt. John J. Shaughnessy.

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We Are Thinking About Our Students!

The Shaughnessy staff recorded a video with signs for all of our students and families.

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Pledge of Allegiance from Shaughnessy Staff

Even though we are not in school, we can all still do the Pledge of Allegiance each morning...

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Shaughnessy Staff Says Hello

The Shaughnessy staff recorded a video to say hello to all of our students and families.

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Important Update About the Start of School

Due to delays in receiving the necessary amount of air purifiers, the Lowell Public Schools reopening plan has been modified to further limit the number of in-person classrooms for the start of the school year.

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Remote Learning Meal Service Schedule

We are offering grab and go meal service at a total of 10 sites for Lowell Public Schools students taking part in remote learning.

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Parent Form for Requesting In-Person Consideration

Use this form to submit a request for reconsideration of an in-person assignment.

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Community-Based Child Care Options for Remote Learners

During this difficult time, we realize that many families are in need of child care services to support remote learning. Many community agencies are providing options and you may qualify for financial assistance.

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A Safe School Reopening Plan for September

The Lowell Public Schools reopening plan prioritizes the safety of our students and staff and is designed to maximize options for families, offering you a choice between remote learning or in-person learning.

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Update Your Contact Information

We want to make sure you are receiving our messages! If you currently have a student in the Lowell Public Schools, please fill out this form and make sure that we have your correct email address/contact information.

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LPS In-Person Lottery Presentation

Prior to the lottery for in-person placement on Friday, September 4, LPS held an information session about the lottery where we explained the process for in-person seat assignment and the priority weights that were set for the lottery.

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John J. Shaughnessy Elementary School

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John J. Shaughnessy Elementary School

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