Upcoming Events
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October 18, 2024
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM GED & HiSET Paper Testing
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October 19, 2024
8:00 AM GED & HiSET Paper Testing
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October 24, 2024
12:30 PM HiSET Computer Based Testing
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November 5, 2024
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November 7, 2024
12:30 PM HiSET Computer Based Testing
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November 11, 2024
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November 21, 2024
12:30 PM GED Testing
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November 22, 2024
5:00 PM GED & HiSET Paper Testing
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November 23, 2024
8:00 AM GED & HiSET Paper Testing
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November 28, 2024
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December 5, 2024
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM HiSET Computer Based Testing
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December 12, 2024
12:30 PM GED Testing
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December 13, 2024
5:00 PM GED & HiSET Paper Testing
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December 14, 2024
8:00 AM GED & HiSET Paper Testing
News & Announcements
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2024-25 CLASS REGISTRATION:
ESOL and HSE Class Registration is OPEN. Use the links above to open the form.
- Registration is NOT a guarantee of enrollment.
- Classes are filled on a first come, first served basis.
- Due to circumstances beyond our control, you may be placed on a Waiting List and we may need to adjust our class schedule.
- To enroll in ESOL Classes, you must:
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Have a photo ID
- Have a proof of address with your name and address in the Greater Lowell area*.
- To enroll in HSE Classes, you must:
- Be at least 16 years old. If you are under 18 years old, you must have a formal withdrawal letter from the last school you attended.
- Have a photo ID
- Have a proof of address with your name and address in the Greater Lowell area*.
*The Greater Lowell area includes: Lowell, Billerica, Chelmsford, Dracut, Dunstable, Tewksbury, Tyngsboro and Westford.
TEST CENTER NEWS:
We are an official Test Center for GED (computer only) and HiSET (Paper and Computer Based) Exams for Massachusetts residents. Regular appointments are self-scheduled through your vendor account (at www.ged.com or www.hiset.org). If you have been approved for Special Accommodations, you must contact the vendor to schedule your test appointments.
GED and HiSET Paper Testing appointments are available one weekend a month, on a Friday evening and Saturday morning. If desired, multiple tests can be scheduled across the two days. Upcoming dates are:
- September 20th/21st
- October 18th/19th
- November 22nd/23rd
HiSET Computer Testing and GED Testing appointments are available on some Thursday afternoons @12:30. One subject test, per session, may be scheduled.
- HiSET - Oct 24th/Nov 7th/Dec 5th
- GED - Nov 21st/Dec 12th
- Registration is NOT a guarantee of enrollment.
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GED and HiSET TRANSCRIPT REQUESTS
All credentials and transcripts must be ordered from DiplomaSender.com
Recent graduates must order their first set of documents consisting of the official Credential and Transcript. There is no charge for that set.
Additional copies of the transcript can be ordered for a fee. Please contact Diploma Sender for specific details.
District News
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West Nile Virus
The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH) notified the Lowell Health Department that West Nile virus (WNV) has been deteched in mosquitos collected in the South Lowell/Highlands sections of Lowell, Massachusetts.
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New Assistant Superintendent for School Leadership
Wendy Crocker-Roberge comes into this role having served in the 2023-2024 school year with great success as the Interim Chief Schools Officer, the former name for this position.
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New Assistant Superintendent for Academics and Instruction
Dr. Oneida Fox Roye is coming to Lowell Public Schools having most recently served as the Chief Academic Officer for the Chelsea Public Schools.
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New Assistant Superintendent for Student Support Services
Alice Brown-Legrand, the former Coordinator of the Laura Lee Therapeutic Day School, is coming back to Lowell Public Schools having most recently served as the Director of Student Support Services for the Wilmington Public Schools.
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June LPS Connector
This newsletter really does have it all - inflatable mascot races, teachers playing kickball, a visit to Beacon Hill, incredible musical and dance performances, and of course moving up ceremonies and graduations for Kindergarteners and Eighth-graders.
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Summer Learning
Summer is a great time to explore new learning! Get lost in a book, try out some creative writing, investigate a new math concept, conduct your own experiments, or travel back in time and explore history.
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Freshman Academy Info Sessions
On 7/18, 9am - 10:30am and 8/14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm, there will be info sessions at the Freshman Academy where you will be able to meet members of our team and learn about important info related to 9th grade at LHS. Please click above for more info.
Contact Information:
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408 Merrimack Street
Lowell, MA 01854Director: Elizabeth McKiernan
Phone: (978) 937-8989
Spanish speaker available from 8am -2 pm.
Traductor para Español disponible 8am - 2pm.