🎃👻 Join us for Trunk or Treat! 👻🎃
Everyone is welcome for a fun and festive evening at Stratford Public School’s Title I Night!

📅 Thursday, October 30th
🕔 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Stratford Public School

This free, family-friendly event will feature decorated trunks, costumes, and a special treat — each student will receive a free book from our Book Vending Machine! 📚✨

🍿 Hot dogs, popcorn, and cotton candy will be available by donation.
If you’d like to host a trunk but need candy, please let the office know — we’d love to help!

Come celebrate with our community for a spooky night full of fun, laughter, and reading! 💜🦇🎃
about 24 hours ago, Allison Noel
A lavender-themed Halloween flyer with spider webs, pumpkins, ghosts, eyeballs, and candy. The Stratford Public School lion logo is at the top with the text: “SPS Title I Night! Join us for Trunk or Treat.” The flyer states the event is free to all and will be held Thursday, October 30th from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. It notes that each student will receive a free book from the school’s book vending machine, and that hot dogs, popcorn, and cotton candy will be available by donation. The bottom reads, “Please let the office know if you are in need of candy for your trunk.”
🎃👻 Halloween Spirit Week is Almost Here! 👻🎃

Get ready to show your Stratford Lion pride during Halloween Spirit Week, running from Monday, October 27 through Friday, October 31, 2025!

Each day will bring a new theme full of fun and creativity:
🧡 Monster Mash Monday – Wear your favorite Halloween colors!
🖤 Trick-or-Treat Twin Tuesday – Match with a friend or two!
💜 Wacky Web Wednesday – Go all out with your wackiest outfit!
🍁 Throwback Thursday – Dress in cozy fall gear or a fun throwback look!
🦁 Frightfully Fun Friday – Costumes encouraged (school-appropriate, no masks or weapons, please)!

Let’s make it a week full of laughter, color, and Stratford spirit!
2 days ago, Allison Noel
A festive Halloween-themed flyer titled “Stratford Public School Halloween Spirit Week.” The flyer lists themed dress-up days from Monday, October 27 to Friday, October 31, 2025: Monster Mash Monday (wear Halloween colors), Trick-or-Treat Twin Tuesday (dress alike with a friend), Wacky Web Wednesday (mismatched and silly attire), Throwback Thursday (fall or retro clothing), and Frightfully Fun Friday (costumes, no masks or weapons). The design includes a ghost, bats, and orange, black, and purple accents with a striped border.
🎨🎃 Pumpkin Painting at Stratford Public School! 🎃🎨

Join us for a fun Pumpkin Painting event on Monday, October 27th, from 2:45–3:45 p.m. Local pumpkins will be provided by The Community Builders Hub, and students will have the chance to get creative and celebrate the fall season together!

Please RSVP to Mrs. Noel at a_noel@sau58.org
or (603) 768-1606 to reserve your spot. We can’t wait to see everyone’s colorful pumpkin creations! 🍂🖌️
3 days ago, Allison Noel
A colorful flyer featuring a smiling pumpkin with paintbrushes and a painter’s palette. The text reads “Please join us at Stratford Public School for Pumpkin Painting with local pumpkins provided by The Community Builders Hub.” Event details: Monday, October 27th, 2:45–3:45 PM. RSVP to Mrs. Noel at a_noel@sau58.org  or (603) 768-1606. The design includes orange, purple, and black Halloween accents and a festive border.
⛷️ Elementary & Middle School Ski & Snowboard Lessons! 🏂

Join us Thursday, October 23rd at 6:30 PM in the GES Cafeteria to learn more and sign up for this fun winter program!

🎿 Open to Groveton, Stark, and Stratford students in grades 1–8.
💬 Connect via Facebook Group: GrovetonSkiProgram
📧 Email: GrovetonSkiProgram@gmail.com

Please note: This is not a school-sponsored event. Funding and transportation are not provided by SAU 58.
7 days ago, Allison Noel
Light blue flyer with an illustration of a skier going downhill surrounded by evergreen trees. Text reads: Elementary & Middle School Ski & Snowboard Lessons. Join us Thursday, October 23rd at 6:30 PM at the GES Cafeteria for more information and to sign up. This program is open to Groveton, Stark, and Stratford students grades 1–8. Facebook Group: GrovetonSkiProgram. Email: GrovetonSkiProgram@gmail.com . This is not a school-sponsored event. Funding and transportation are not provided by SAU 58.
🎃 Trunk or Treat — Volunteers Needed! 🎃

Join us for a spook-tacular evening at Stratford Public School’s Title I Night on Thursday, October 30th, from 5:00–7:00 PM!

👻 Want to host a trunk?
Call or email b_sabourin@sau58.org
or 603-922-3387 to reserve your spot!
(Let us know if you need candy for your trunk!)
7 days ago, Allison Noel
Flyer for Stratford Public School’s Title I “Trunk or Treat” event. The background is orange with Halloween-themed graphics, including ghosts, skulls, bats, candy, and a lion mascot at the top center. The flyer reads: “Volunteers Needed – SPS Title 1 Night! Want to have a trunk at our Trunk or Treat? Call or email to reserve your spot: 603-922-3387 or b_sabourin@sau58.org . Thursday, October 30th, 5:00 PM–7:00 PM. Hot dogs, popcorn, and cotton candy available by donation.” A note adds, “Please let the office know if you are in need of candy for your trunk!”
The Stratford School Board has an open Treasurer seat available through March 2026.

If you are interested in serving, please submit a letter of interest to Nicole King at n_king@sau58.org and copy Superintendent Annie Azarloza at a_azarloza@sau58.org

We encourage community members who are passionate about supporting our schools to apply!
8 days ago, Allison Noel
Beige background with a dark blue dollar sign icon on the left. Large bold text reads: "OPEN TREASURER SEAT." Below, smaller bold text says: "If you are interested in serving on the Stratford School Board as Treasurer until March 2026, please submit a letter of interest to Nicole King at n_king@sau58.org  with a copy to the Superintendent, Annie Azarloza at a_azarloza@sau58.org
📣 Reminder:
There will be no school for students on Friday, October 10th, due to a staff professional development day.

The school will also be closed on Monday, October 13th, in observance of Columbus Day.

We hope everyone enjoys the long weekend, and we look forward to seeing our students back on Tuesday, October 14th! 💛🦁
14 days ago, Allison Noel
Adapt NH offers their free WYLD (Wilderness Youth Leadership Development) programming throughout North Country public school systems. In efforts to keep this program strong and funded for years to come, they have undergone an evaluation process to measure the efficacy of their programming. In order to evaluate and secure accreditation and funding they administer an anonymous retrospective survey to the students they work with at the end of their program sessions that you can find here:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1uHXbyEpcfL3nrLBFpnGsjwLMzHGscNhI/view?fbclid=IwY2xjawNTQcBleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETEyZkxnWXhPdllVYkRsaWM2AR7qT_kc88S23C41w1y_W-ndN0nJFRhva5utaQ8lC9yrZi3-0Cg4Y05WPsbSug_aem_zTsfgMCY2S82VegxZJIDwQ
15 days ago, Allison Noel
imagLogos for partner organizations. From left to right: the Behavioral Health Improvement Institute at Keene State College, the ADAPT program with the tagline ‘setting a course for the future’ featuring a compass icon, and the Wilderness Youth Leadership Development (WYLD) program logo showing two hikers and pine trees inside an orange shield.e
The Stratford School Board has an open Treasurer seat available through March 2026.

If you are interested in serving, please submit a letter of interest to Nicole King at n_king@sau58.org and copy Superintendent Annie Azarloza at a_azarloza@sau58.org

We encourage community members who are passionate about supporting our schools to apply!
about 1 month ago, Allison Noel
Beige background with a dark blue dollar sign icon on the left. Large bold text reads: "OPEN TREASURER SEAT." Below, smaller bold text says: "If you are interested in serving on the Stratford School Board as Treasurer until March 2026, please submit a letter of interest to Nicole King at n_king@sau58.org  with a copy to the Superintendent, Annie Azarloza at a_azarloza@sau58.org

Mark your calendars!
SPS Open House & Community Dinner is Friday, September 19.
Dinner at 5:00 p.m. in the MPR, then classroom visits at 5:30 p.m. where teachers will be welcoming families.
All families & community members are welcome—see you there!

about 2 months ago, Stratford Public School
open house
SAU#58 Joint Board Board Special Meeting - The only business to occur shall be in non-public under RSA 91-A:3, II (a) (b) and (c)
Tuesday, July 29, 2025
Groveton High School @ 6:00PM
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3 months ago, School Administrative Unit 58
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Business Administrator Vacancy - Full-Time Position SAU #58 has three small, rural districts in Northern New Hampshire. We are looking for an individual who appreciates the beauty of our communities and the intricacies of small towns to join our experienced team. There are four schools: Stratford Public School Pre-K-8; Stark Village School K-6; Groveton Elementary School K-5; and Groveton Middle/High School. The schools are the center of these small communities, and there is great pride in the long history of support to bring excellence to students. Qualifications: Bachelor degree Hold or willingness to seek ASBO certification (18 - 90 day courses) Strong organizational skills Excellent written and oral communication and computer knowledge Business and accounting experience required Performance Responsibilities: Preparation, oversight, and reporting for four budgets of approximately $10M Monitor grants Manage payroll, human resources, and accounts payable Produce monthly budget summaries and annual reports Prepare annual audit materials and oversight for all state and federal requirements Approve purchase orders Oversee buildings and grounds operations Coordinate food service, transportation Adhere to all Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) requirements Full-time position with competitive salary and benefits commensurate upon experience and qualifications. Vacation, holidays, personal and sick leave, cell phone allowance, mileage reimbursement, and professional development opportunities. Internal candidates are encouraged to apply. All applications need to be submitted on Schoolspring.com
3 months ago, School Administrative Unit 58
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Superintendent Vacancy: Interim
SAU#58 in the NH North Country is seeking a superintendent: interim, to oversee operations of
four schools: a K-8 of 65 students in Stratford, a K-5 of 112 students and a 6-12 of 179
students in Groveton, and a K-6 of 29 students in Stark. While small, the schools have
up-to-date technology, excellent staff, supportive school boards, and strong academic
programs aligned with the state frameworks. The Superintendent will work with three
individual school district school boards who each meet once a month, and one SAU school
board which meets three times per year.
Inquiries regarding a permanent position will be considered by the Board and a multi-year
contract and regionally competitive salary/benefits may be offered. Starting date is Aug 1,
2025. Candidates must be certified or certifiable as Superintendent in NH.
Internal candidates are encouraged to apply. All applications need to be submitted on
Schoolspring.com
3 months ago, Jason Jensen
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We are still hiring for the 2025-2026 School Year! Join our incredible team at SAU 58 and make a difference in the lives of our students! Current Openings: Groveton Middle/High School: Paraprofessional – Job ID #5170850 Middle School Science Teacher – Job ID #5203822 Groveton Elementary School: Paraprofessional – Job ID #5170850 Long-Term Sub for Art/Music/Chorus – Job ID #5192823 Stratford Public School: School Counselor – Job ID #5043941 Stark Village School: Upper Elementary Multi-Level Classroom Teacher – Job ID #5024383 Lower Multi-Level Classroom Teacher – Job ID #5133323 Part-Time Custodian – Job ID #5035327 Apply today at www.schoolspring.com – just search by the Job ID listed above! Have questions or want to apply as a substitute? Contact Jo Robinson at j_robinson@sau58.org or call 603-636-1437 to get started! ⚽ Coaching Opportunities Also Available! Interested? Reach out to Kelley Brown at k_brown@sau58.org: Varsity Girls Soccer Coach Varsity Boys Soccer Coach Anticipated Middle School Co-Ed Soccer Coach Whether you’re looking to teach, support, or coach — we’d love to have you on our team! Help us build a brighter future for our students. Screen Readable Version: https://5il.co/3k4bc
4 months ago, School Administrative Unit 58
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Monday, June 23, 2025 - SAU#58 Joint Board Board Special Meeting - The only business to occur shall be in non-public under RSA 91-A:3, II (a) (b) and (c)
4 months ago, School Administrative Unit 58
Monday, June 23, 2025 SAU#58 Joint Board Board Special Meeting - The only business to occur shall be in non-public under RSA 91-A:3, II (a) (b) and (c)
Join Our School Family at SAU#58 – Now Hiring for 2025-2026! ❤️🍎 At SAU#58, made of four wonderful schools, we believe our staff are more than educators- they are mentors, role models, and members of a deeply connected community. As we prepare for a new school year, we want to take a moment to celebrate those who have been part of our journey. Whether you’re continuing with us or moving on to new adventures, please know how deeply valued you are. Your passion and dedication have left a lasting impact on our students and school communities. As we say farewell to some beloved team members, we are also excited to welcome new faces who will help shape the future of our students and continue the spirit of our schools- strong relationships, meaningful support, and a dedication to student success. We’re currently hiring for the following positions and invite compassionate, driven individuals to apply and be part of something special: 📍 SAU 58 Central Office Payroll/Human Resources Clerk (ID#5195542) 📍 Groveton Middle/High School Physical Education Teacher (ID#510399) Middle/High School Principal (ID#5167605) Paraprofessional (ID#5170850) Middle School Science Teacher (ID#5203822) School Nurse (ID#5174875) 📍 Groveton Elementary School Anticipated Grant Funded Special Education Teacher (ID#5103951) Special Education Teacher (ID#5118263) First Grade Teacher (ID#5165781) Paraprofessional (ID#5170850) Long Term Sub for Art/Music/Chorus (ID#5192823) 📍 Stratford Public School School Counselor (ID#5043941) 📍 Stark Village School Upper Elementary Multi Level Classroom Teacher (ID#5024383) Lower Multi Level Classroom Teacher (ID#5133323) Part Time Custodian (ID#5035327) ⚽ Co-Curricular Openings – Help Us Build Team Spirit! Please contact Kelley Brown at k_brown@sau58.org if you’re interested in any of the following roles: Varsity Girls Soccer Coach Varsity Boys Soccer Coach Anticipated Middle School Co-Ed Soccer Coach For more information or to apply, please visit www.schoolspring.com and reference the Job ID listed above. All applications for these positions must go through SchoolSpring. ✨ District-wide substitutes are also needed! If you're interested in becoming a substitute and joining our amazing team, please contact Jo Robinson at 📧 j_robinson@sau58.org or call 📞 603-636-1437 to set up a time to fill out an application and start the process. Screen readable version: https://5il.co/3hx11
5 months ago, School Administrative Unit 58
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Hello SAU#58 Community! We have a Northumberland School Board Meeting. Public Hearing on the expenditure of retained fund balance. June 12th, 2025 at 5:30pm Location- Groveton High School Cafeteria Screen Readable Version: https://5il.co/3hqnt
5 months ago, School Administrative Unit 58
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Hello SAU#58 Community! We have a Northumberland School Board Meeting. Public Hearing on the expenditure of retained fund balance. June 12th, 2025 at 5:30pm Location- Groveton High School Cafeteria Screen Readable Version: https://5il.co/3hqnt
5 months ago, School Administrative Unit 58
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Hey Stratford Community. We are posing about our upcoming Special School Board meeting on: Thursday, June 5, 2025 Stratford Public School - 5:30 pm The only business to occur shall be discussion of a student matter.
5 months ago, School Administrative Unit 58
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Please Join Us! SPS Memorial Day Ceremony and Community Clean-Up Tuesday, May 27, 2025 (Postponed from May 23 due to rain) Join us at 9:00 AM for a march from Stratford Public School to the Stratford Town Common, where we will hold our Memorial Day ceremony. Following the ceremony, we will walk across the bridge to the Bloomfield Memorial. Kick-off for community clean-up is from 1 PM to 3 PM! Middle School students will conquer Main Street, battling litter and banishing debris! Our Elementary students will be on school grounds, making the Stratford Public School shine!
5 months ago, School Administrative Unit 58
Screen readable version: Please Join Us! SPS Memorial Day Ceremony and Community Clean-Up Tuesday, May 27, 2025 (Postponed from May 23 due to rain)  Join us at 9:00 AM for a march from Stratford Public School to the Stratford Town Common, where we will hold our Memorial Day ceremony. Following the ceremony, we will walk across the bridge to the Bloomfield Memorial.  Kick-off for community clean-up is from 1 PM to 3 PM! Middle School students will conquer Main Street, battling litter and banishing debris!  Our Elementary students will be on school grounds, making the Stratford Public School shine!