HCS welcomed the Pinkerton Academy Student Ambassadors to visit our Kindergarten students to read to them, talk about Pinkerton, and talk with students about what they aspired to become when they grew up. It was a wonderful partnership between PA and HCS. Kindergarten students also received a Pinkerton Academy t-shirt, a coloring page, and a sticker! Thank you to the “big kids” from Pinkerton for visiting us!
Our school welcomed firefighters from the Hampstead Fire Department to talk to K-2 students about fire prevention, safety, and the fire department as part of National Fire Prevention Week. The students enjoyed the opportunity to learn from the firefighters, ask questions, and see firefighting gear. It was a fun, educational opportunity for all. Our Kindergarteners also had the opportunity to participate in a walking field trip to the Hampstead Firehouse. Thank you to Mrs. Crisa for organizing this annual event and thank you to our friends at the Hampstead Fire Department!
HCS celebrated Pinwheels for Peace as an entire school community! Each student planted their messages and designs of love, kindness, and peace for our school, our town, and our world. The arts came together as the children signed and sang Peace Like a River while creating a large scale art installation in the shape of the peace sign. Thank you to Mrs. Shaw and the UA Team for organizing this event and thank you to the Hampstead Fire Department for joining us as well!
Please consider joining us on Tuesday, 10/20 at 7:00 p.m. at the Hampstead Middle School cafeteria to learn about HB 1300, the new tax cap bill that will be on the November election ballot.
🥫 Hampstead Central School is excited to announce our participation in the Canned Creation Competition benefiting the NH Food Bank! 🎨🏆
We need your support to make this event a success! We are asking families and community members to send in unopened, unexpired canned goods.
📅 Collection Dates: [9/9/26] – [9/22/26] 📍 Drop-Off Locations: Hampstead Central School, Hampstead Middle School, and the Hampstead Public Library
🛒 Most Needed Items: • Proteins: Canned tuna, chicken, beans, chili, & peanut butter • Veggies: Corn, green beans, peas, & carrots • Fruits: Peaches, pears, applesauce, & fruit cocktail • Meals: Hearty soups, stews, ravioli, & pasta sauce
Please make sure all cans are unopened, unexpired, and have their original labels intact so teams can plan their colorful designs!
Thank you for helping our students turn engineering and creativity into action for our neighbors! ❤️
We need your support to make this event a success! We are asking families and community members to send in unopened, unexpired canned goods.
📅 Collection Dates: [9/9/26] – [9/22/26] 📍 Drop-Off Locations: Hampstead Central School, Hampstead Middle School, and the Hampstead Public Library
🛒 Most Needed Items: • Proteins: Canned tuna, chicken, beans, chili, & peanut butter • Veggies: Corn, green beans, peas, & carrots • Fruits: Peaches, pears, applesauce, & fruit cocktail • Meals: Hearty soups, stews, ravioli, & pasta sauce
Please make sure all cans are unopened, unexpired, and have their original labels intact so teams can plan their colorful designs!
Thank you for helping our students turn engineering and creativity into action for our neighbors! ❤️
Last Friday, our school honored Patriot Day and the 25th anniversary of 9/11 with our annual Read with a Hero Day. This program is in its 24th year. HCS welcomed 26 law enforcement, firefighting, EMT, and military heroes to read to our students. Thank you to all the heroes from our community and beyond who joined us. Our students always love this event!
This past week, Zoe Rankin and her sister Poppy and Abigail Johnson and her friend Angelina, got a ride to school with SRO Winter from the Hampstead Police Department. Zoe and Abigail were the grand prize winners of the Hampstead PD coloring contest this past summer. Congratulations to Zoe and Abigail!
Thank you for a wonderful school year. we wish all of our students and families a fun and safe summer. See you in August!
Last Friday, our first grade students performed their annual Flag Day Show for friends and family. It was a patriotic celebration where students sang, danced, rang handbells, recited poems, and shared all they have learned about the American Flag.
Field Day 2026 was a huge success yesterday! Students in grades K-4 participated in all sorts of fun team activities. Students had the chance to dance, draw with chalk, do relay races, play matt ball, run water cup relays, tug-a-war...and have popsicles! It was a perfect day for team-building and fun!
Recently our preschoolers had their annual Fairy Tale Ball. This celebration culminated preschool's study of fairy tales and characters!
Recently, HCS second graders went on a field trip to visit various important buildings in town. Students explored the Old Meeting House, Town Hall (former Hampstead High School), The Old Shoe Shop, Hampstead Historical Society Museum, and Josie's Ice Cream (former District #3 Schoolhouse). Students learned many fun facts about Hampstead's history. Many community volunteers from the Hampstead Historical Society took time to educate our second graders and they truly enjoyed learning about their community. Students even got to enjoy a delicious ice cream treat on their field trip! Thank you to all the Hampstead community members who made this field trip so special for our second graders!
Last week, our 3rd and 4th-graders stepped into the roles of engineers and programmers through hands-on learning with the TI-Innovator™ Rover. This exciting, robotic vehicle brought abstract math and science concepts to life by allowing students to write code and watch their programs physically move the Rover across the classroom. Through these interactive challenges, students developed foundational computer science skills—such as coding paths, understanding variables, and debugging errors—alongside critical geometric concepts like calculating distances and measuring angles. Beyond the technical know-how, Rover challenges were designed to foster collaboration, resilient problem-solving, and critical thinking as students worked in teams to navigate obstacles. We were thrilled to see their confidence grow as they transformed from passive consumers of technology into active creators and innovators! Thank you to the Hampstead Education Foundation for partially funding this important educational program!
The Hampstead Girls on the Run Team helped weed and plant in the community gardens recently. They all did a great job!
This weekend, the memory of Mr. T was honored with a dedication at the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge. Thank you Ms. Burkett and the team at the Wildlife Refuge for their collaboration and support.
Congratulations to Team Pancake who came in third in the CoderZ League Finals!
Students in Grade 4 took a field trip to the New Hampshire Water Festival and learned about this precious resource. HCS had two students placing second and third in the state poetry contest that had over 200 entries. Congratulations to Annabelle and Nick!
This past week HCS students had the chance to visit the Soil Tent to learn about life just below our feet. It was a fascinating experience which students really enjoyed. Students were able to learn about the many natural items and living creatures that live in our native soil. Thank you to Mrs. Wisecarver for organizing this outstanding learning opportunity!
Today our fourth graders participated in their annual Gr 4 Mile Run! Congratulations to our winners John Laidlaw and Julia Rogic!!
Well done!
Well done!
Last week our fourth graders presented their global exploration of countries and cultures with their annual Gr 4 Multicultural Show! The show featured the music, art, culture, and dance from different countries including: Peru, Mexico, Germany, Malaysia, and Nigeria. It was an excellent performance! Included were digital country projects and outstanding representative background paintings showcasing the five countries. Bravo fourth graders!
