Welcome!

Class of 2027 Transition Events

Welcome class of 2027! We hope you take advantage of one of our many opportunities to learn more about the high school.

Slideshow to learn more about Orientation Programs.

Summer Success Program

Learn how to physically navigate Somerville High School, read a class schedule, find help when you need it and more at the two-week, in-person orientation course at Somerville high school. Register using the links at the top of the Summer Programs page.

Virtual, Self-Paced Orientation

Learn about Somerville High School through modules on the Class of 2027 Google Classroom throughout the summer. More information to come.

Welcome Week: Welcome Nights

Thursday Event

Welcome Week: One-Day Orientation

Wednesday Events

Thursday Events

Orientation for Student Athletes

Find answers to your questions

• Visit the SHS website! www.somerville.k12.ma.us/shs.
• Read through the Student Handbook, Parent / Guardian Guide or Program of Studies for information about expectations, policies, and academics on the Guides & Handbooks page.
• Find an event on the district Calendar.
• Email your teachers by visiting the Staff Directory or the Academics Pages to find department staff.
• Talk to a school counselor.
• Not sure who to ask? ¿No estás seguro a quién preguntarle? Contact your SFLC Family and Community Liaison, Nayi Padilla, x6265.
• All students are put in one of four SHS Communities. Email, call, or stop by your to talk to your School Counselor or Community Assistant Principal.
• Call the SHS front office 617-625-6600, x6100. 

Daily Life at SHS

• Career and Technical Education Department.
• Students' classes and lunch shifts are scheduled based on the Daily Schedule.
• Lunch from the cafeteria is free for ALL students. Students use their ID to get their lunches. The Food and Nutrition Services Department provides a daily menu. You can also visit the Food and Nutrition Services page to find resources for free meals and food pantries available to Somerville residents.
• Phones are not allowed to be used in classrooms and at other school events during the day.

For Students who identify as LGBTQ+ 

• Want to learn more about the student experience at SHS for LGBTQ+ students and their allies? Email English Teacher and student group leader for the Gender and Sexuality Alliance (GSA), Julia Post. Ms. Post will invite you to join the GSA Google Classroom.
• If you're looking for a gender-neutral bathroom, feel free to ask any adult in the building. You can also email Ms. Post.
• If you want to meet other students who identify as LGBTQ+, be sure to check out the GSA events in the fall (there will be lots of them) and join the Google Classroom (Email Ms. Post.)

Bus lines frequently used by SHS students

• 80 Arlington Center - Lechmere Map and Schedule
• 87 Clarendon Hill or Arlington Center - Lechmere via Somerville Avenue Map and Schedule 
• 88 Clarendon Hill - Lechmere via Highland Avenue Map and Schedule
• 89 Clarendon Hill or Davis - Sullivan Map and Schedule
• 90 Davis - Wellington Map and Schedule
• Get a discount student bus pass from Ms. Allen in room 235

Academics

• Read course descriptions, graduation, and diploma requirements in the Program of Studies.
• Find out about extra academic help, tutoring, grading, and attendance policies and other student expectations in the Student Handbook.
• Log on to ASPEN X2 to track student progress.
• Log on to Google Applications with your Student ID number and password.
• Find out the MCAS and State Testing Schedule.

Health and Wellness

Extracurriculars

• Join an Athletic team.
• Make new friends and learn a new skill by joining a club. Find a complete list of clubs by logging onto ASPEN once you start in the Fall. 

Mental Health Supports

• I'm having a bad day. Talk to your counselor. 
• I'm having more than a bad day either physically or emotionally. The Teen Connection Center, administered by the Cambridge Health Alliance offers health services for teens. Call them at 617-575-5690.
• I saw someone get bullied. Report it anonymously online.
• I'm having problems keeping up with the work. Start by talking to or emailing your teacher, but know that there are a lot of tutors and resources available to keep you on track. 
• There are many programs in place at Somerville High School to support any student mental health needs. Talk to your Counselor about programs available for your needs.

Dental and Medical Health

• The Teen Connection Center, administered by the Cambridge Health Alliance offers health services for teens. Call them at 617-575-5690.
• Dental Care is available to students who need it. Please talk to your school counselor or assistant principal to learn more.
• For information about e-cigarette use among teens and supports for students interested in learning more or quitting, please visit the Vaping Awareness page.
• Find more information at the School Nursing page.