School Information
Principal Message
Welcome to Sandy Hook School!
We are so proud of our Sandy Hook School community, a place that practices kindness each day. We pride ourselves on finding the positive in all situations and making everyone feel like they are welcome in our school.
We are grateful to have a staff that values learning for themselves and for each of their students. SHS staff collaborate throughout the year to make sure all students are cared for and challenged. As a result we see strong academic and social emotional growth for students. We have been witness to students demonstrating perseverance and pushing themselves to new academic heights.
As long as each student remembers to always be their best self, “Think you Can, Work Hard, Get Smart, Be Kind and Have Fun”, they will be successful!
With Warm Regards,
Dr. Gombos
Assistant Principal Message
Hello Sandy Hook School families,
I am incredibly excited to begin this school year as the new assistant principal at Sandy Hook School! This role is especially meaningful to me, as I have deep roots within this school community and a strong connection to our students, families, and staff.
I began my journey in Newtown as a special education teacher right here at SHS and most recently served as the Supervisor of Elementary and Preschool Special Education. These experiences have provided me with valuable perspectives that I look forward to bringing into this new leadership role.
Outside of school, I am the proud mom of two wonderful boys who keep me on my toes and remind me daily of the joys and challenges of parenthood. My experiences as both an educator and a parent help shape my approach to leadership with empathy, collaboration, and a student-centered mindset.
I am honored to serve a school I care deeply about and look forward to working with our families to support every student’s growth and success.
Warmly,
Laura Esposito
Assistant Principal, Sandy Hook School
Our School Song
Three cheers for the green and the white,
And Sandy Hook School forever.
Think you can, work hard, Get smart, and be kind.
Sandy Hook Elementary A very special place to be.
We'll have lots of fun and we'll know,
We'll do our best, our very best, To learn and grow.
Our School Pledge
- I'll be my best at SHS in reading, math, and all the rest.
- I promise to obey the rules, be safe, responsible, and kind at school.
- Respect myself and others too, I'm here to learn something new.
- I will take pride in my success,
- I'll be my best at SHS!
