Welcome!
Class of 2029 Transition Events
Welcome class of 2029! Participate in one of the orientation events at Somerville High School. (81 Highland Avenue, Somerville, MA 02143). For a quick virtual overview, check out the slideshow to learn more about orientation programs.
Welcome Orientations for students
One-hour orientation for rising 9th graders and new students. Take a building tour and learn about the class schedule with other students in your SHS Community. All students are put in one of four SHS Communities. Learn more about Somerville High School Communities.
Wednesday Events
Highland Community (Students with last names starting with G-Le)
August 20, 8:45-9:45 a.m.
School Counselor Jeremy Rischall
Highland Community (Students with last names starting with Lf-N)
August 20, 10:00-11:00 a.m.
School Counselor Kelly Albrecht
Broadway Community (Students with last names starting with O-Sai)
August 20, 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
School Counselor Natalia Ruiz Toro
Broadway Community (Students with last names starting with Sal-Z)
August 20, 12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m.
School Counselor Cathy Maguire
Thursday Events
Beacon Community (Students with last names starting with A-Che)
August 21, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
School Counselor Justin LaBerge
Elm/Eden (Newcomers in the MLE program)
August 21, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
School Counselor Anne Herzberg Eden
Beacon Community (Students with last names starting with Chh-F)
August 21, 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
School Counselor Melanie Banks
Welcome Event for Students and Families
The Student and Family Welcome Event is a one night event for incoming 9th graders or new students and their families. Visit the building and learn about Somerville High School.
Wednesday, August 20, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Student Athletics
Learn about becoming a student athlete on our Athletics Department page.
Daily Life at SHS
- The Food and Nutrition Services Department provides a daily menu. Meals are free for all students.
- Email Ms. Post if you want to learn the locations of gender-neutral bathrooms.
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
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.
- Career and Technical Education Department.
Health and Wellness
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.