Welcome to advanced coursework in East Haven Public Schools:  Summer 2026! As we prepare for the upcoming school year, our summer assignments serve a vital purpose in aligning with the East Haven Public Schools (EHPS) district-wide core values of Exploring, Empowering, and Achieving. Advanced classes demand a high level of academic rigor, and these summer tasks are intentionally designed to spark intellectual curiosity, allowing students to explore complex topics and diverse perspectives ahead of time. By engaging with this material independently, students are empowered with the necessary background knowledge and baseline skills to confidently take ownership of their learning from day one. Ultimately, this proactive preparation sets the stage for high-level academic achievement and universal college and career readiness.

Furthermore, these assignments are directly rooted in the transferable skills outlined in our EHPS Vision of the Graduate. Summer coursework challenges students to become Informed Thinkers and Resourceful Problem Solvers as they analyze information from various sources to form deep questions and conclusions. Navigating these independent tasks also fosters the mindset of a Goal-Directed and Resilient Individual, building the vital self-direction, perseverance, and growth mindset required to manage rigorous workloads. Finally, as students synthesize and present their findings when they return to school, they practice being Powerful and Effective Communicators. We deeply value your partnership as families in supporting your student’s growth, and we look forward to seeing them leverage these essential skills to thrive in the year ahead.