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Whaler Monthly, January 2026

Posted Date: 01/27/26 (01:30 PM)
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Whaler Monthly

New Bedford High School, January 2026

Go Whalers!

Introducing our Vision of a Learner

New Bedford High School is proudly launching our new Core Values and Vision of a Learner! As Principal Cardoza stated “New Bedford High School is a place where students are challenged to work hard, encouraged to accept others, grounded in who they are, and inspired to imagine who they can become. Here, every voice matters, and every future is possible.” For more information on the development of these values watch our monthly update here: http://173.9.65.75/internetchannel/show/17617?channel=2
To give your input on what is happening at NBHS, take our survey below!
Last Chance to take Survey!
 

Semester 2 Reminders

Daily Schedule
  • School doors open at 7:25
  • Student are to be in homeroom by 7:50 or will be marked tardy- every minute of school matters!
  • Dismissal is at 2:15
  • Early dismissal is not permitted without proper authorization
Electronic Devices
  • Only school-issued electronic devices are permitted during the school day.
  • Students must place cell phones, earbuds, headphones, and smartwatches in their Yondr pouch or turn them in upon arrival.
  • After two violations, a parent/guardian will be required to come to the school to pick up the device.
Student IDs
  • Students are expected to carry their school ID every day.
  • If an ID is lost or forgotten, students should report to their House Office to receive a replacement.
  • Students who go to obtain an ID after 9:00 a.m. will be issued a detention.
  • IDs are critical for school safety, and this expectation will be enforced consistently.
Thank you for helping us live our core values every day!
 

Calendar Updates

Thank you for an amazing start to 2026! Here are some of our most exciting upcoming events:
1/28- Semester 2 & Quarter 3 begin
1/30- Report Cards
2/7- District Theatre & Dance Festival, Science Olympiad Harvard Invitational
2/8- Frankenstein, performed by the New Bedford High School Drama Club
2/12- District Orchestra Festival
2/16-2/20- Winter Break
2/23- Grade-level assemblies & Driver's Ed begins
2/24- MAJE Cape Cod Music Festival
2/27- Black History Month Poetry Contest Due Date
 

Winter Athletics

This winter may be chilly but our athletes are on FIRE! Check out our incredible Whaler athletes before the Winter is over! Click here for the full athletics calendar!

Upcoming Home Games:
1/30- Girls Basketball vs. Barnstable High School
1/31- Boys & Girls Swimming & Diving vs. Brockton High School
2/3- Boys Basketball vs. Abington High School
2/6- Girls Basketball vs. Brockton High School
2/13- Boys Basketball vs. Durfee High School

Spring Sports will begin on March 16th- to all prospective athletes, please check to make sure your physical is up to date!

Reminder- please wear your student ID to all home and away games.
New Bedford High School Spring Sports flyer with athletic team contacts.
 

Black History Month Poetry Contest

Calling all poets! Whalers we want to hear your voice!
  • Poems of all lengths and styles can be submitted to JCardoza@newbedfordschools.org and KLiming@newbedfordschools.org
  • Speak on your history, your experiences, and your hopes for the future
  • Winning poem will be read at Graduation
  • Submissions due 2/27
 
Event poster for 'Dinner and Dollars' offering FAFSA support and dinner on Tuesday, February 10th, 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM at Keith Middle - Community Room.

Dinners and Dollars!

Join the Family Welcome Center for one of the Whaler Family's favorite events. Want support on your post-secondary financial paperwork? Here is your opportunity.
Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe8Z0Rsrz4e44s3atfUlFpogMvrf-YW0w2tVRfOknSEmZTZ9A/viewform

Register Here

 

Class of 2026 Updates

2026 is just days away and graduation will be here before you know it!
Your graduation date is June 4, 2026.
If you missed Cap & Gown Measurement Days
  • Send your height & weight to KLiming@newbedfordschools.org or see Mrs. Allain in the Senior Lounge B-212
  • Pay $20 (cash only) in the Senior Lounge B-212
Virtual Students
  • Please send your height and weight by 2/1 via ParentSquare, Teams message to Kristen Liming, or email KLiming@newbedfordschools.org
  • Virtual students may come into the high school with $20 (cash only) to pay for their cap and gown.
Cap Decoration Guidelines
  • Caps may be decorated with school-appropriate images and words.
  • All decorations must remain flat so the person behind you can see.
 

CMSC Driver's Education

Driver's Education courses are available at New Bedford High School at the special Whaler price at $799! Sign up here: https://www.tdsm.app/OE/Customer/studentTeen?companyId=CNqsVz3CYys&Param=NB
Questions? Text or call CMSC at (508) 816-2347 for more information!

Our next class begins February 23!
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Grades can always be accessed!

Student schedules and grades are viewable on Aspen. For information on how to log in to Aspen, click here.

Have a question? Use ParentSquare to reach out to a staff member directly!
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Click here to learn how to log into Aspen