Kennedy Middle School celebrates 50 years of education
John F. Kennedy Middle School staff member and alumna Emily Dickson and her children, Spencer Dickson, 7, and Molly Dickson, 4, hand out “Happy Birthday” party hats during the JFK birthday party on...
View ArticleKennedy releases fourth quarter honor roll
Kennedy Middle School has announced their honor roll for the fourth quarter. Grade 6 The following students earned first honors: Ernest Arroyo, Neel Avancha, Noah Barbour, Cameron Baston, Elizabeth...
View ArticleMiddle School grand openings on Sept. 13
John F. Kennedy Middle School1071 S Main St, Plantsville, CT 06479(860) 628-3275 Grand opening ceremonies will be held for the newly renovated Joseph A. DePaolo and John F. Kennedy middle schools on...
View ArticleUnified Sports programs get a lift
The Mill Foundation for Kids recently donated $2,400 to the DePaolo and Kennedy Middle Schools Unified Sports program. The program, which is part of the Special Olympics, allows for special needs...
View ArticleTown approves solar power for middle schools
Joseph A. DePaolo Middle School385 Pleasant St, Southington, CT 06489(860) 628-3260 By TAYLOR HARTZSTAFF WRITER The Town Council voted on Monday, Nov. 23 to take the next step in continuing the...
View ArticleKennedy Middle School announced the students of the month for January
Kennedy Middle School announced their January Students of the Month. Front, from left, Margaret Coyle, Jenna Taylor and Megan Crean. Middle, Melody Lacombe, Jack Freyler, Jake Napoli, Rachel Carbone...
View ArticleInventive solutions from our Neighborhood kids
Eighth grader Alex DelVecchia discusses his fire fighting solution, similar to the snow-throwing equipment at Mount Southington ski area. On Tuesday, Feb. 2, local inventors flocked to Kennedy Middle...
View ArticleKennedy Middle School announced their Students of the Month for February
Kennedy Middle School announced their Students of the Month for February. Front, from left, Sahiti Bhyravavajhala and Olivia Benson. Middle, Samantha Peluso, Caprina Pugliese, Jared Rivera, Mickey...
View ArticleDePaolo and Kennedy take you on a journey ‘Into the Woods’
Don’t get fooled by the Wolf, Little Red Riding Hood. He’s probably tricking you. Southington’s middle school students will take you on a fairy tale journey with their production of “Into the Woods.”...
View ArticleKennedy cancels Friday classes to mourn teacher
Joseph George Cipollini Southington Superintendent of Schools Timothy Connellan announced that Friday classes have been suspended so that faculty, staff, and students can attend and participate in...
View ArticleGreenskies to install solar panels on middle school roofs
By TAYLOR HARTZSTAFF WRITER Plans to promote green energy in town will continue this summer with solar panels being added at both middle schools. Joseph A. DePaolo Middle School and John F. Kennedy...
View ArticleMiddle schoolers win big in STEM contest
DePaolo seventh graders placed first in the state STEM contest with their app called “Southington Says No!” The app is designed to give information for those battling addiction. By TAYLOR HARTZSTAFF...
View ArticleHonoring exceptional teammates
Kennedy Middle School eighth graders Dean Bauchiero and Stephen Murray, left, received the CIAC Mike Savage Exemplary Unified Teammate award at the 13th Annual Michaels Unified Sports Cup Awards....
View ArticleKennedy Middle School announced their Students of the Month for April
Kennedy Middle School announced their Students of the Month for April. Front, from left, Dylan Sandow, Justin McMeans, Avery Cowen, Jenna Michaud, Stephanie Starrs and Fanola Dede. Back, Asst....
View Article2016-2017 Bus Routes (Kennedy Middle School)
Southington Public Schools has released the bus schedules for the upcoming year. The Southington Public Schools in partnership with New Britain Transportation makes every effort to adhere to the...
View ArticleFour horsemen capture the title at Sloper Relays
Some runners dress in costume, above, as the Knights take a break from the dual meet season to compete for cookies at the Sloper Relays. By BRIAN JENNINGS STAFF WRITER Conner and Shane Leone and Mark...
View ArticleKennedy Middle School 6th grade scores touchdowns and national crowns
When Miss Pre-Teen American Nation Mara DeLuco isn’t competing at pageants, she can be found competing on the football field at Recreation Park. By MIKE CHAIKEN EDITIONS EDITOR Sixth grader Mara DeLuco...
View ArticleLocal students enjoy ‘Science Saturdays’ at CCSU
A Central Connecticut State University professor engages local middle school students during an ecology workshop that compares and contrasts leaves from different tree varieties. By JEN CARDINES STAFF...
View ArticleMiddle school runners compete at state meet
Runners from Kennedy Middle School and DePaolo Middle School lounge in the grass after running the middle school state meet at Wickham Park in Manchester. (Submitted photo) By BRIAN JENNINGS STAFF...
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