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Please help support the SHS Girl's Basketball Team on January 11th at the Garden!! @SaugusSachemsAD @PrideSachem

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Saugus coach Michael Broderick was a winner https://t.co/2czeA02eFr

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Sad news for our SHS community. Please let any alumni know that they are welcome to come by tomorrow.

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Congratulations to some of our top honors scholars who were recognized at the North Shore Chamber of Commerce Dinner last night!

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Congratulations to our seniors!! They are truly amazing!!

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Boston North Cancer Association, Inc. honors four Saugus High School seniors
After losing their dads to cancer, they remain committed to academic excellence and pursuing a college education

Four college-bound Saugus High School students who lost their dads to cancer will be among a dozen North Shore students honored next week at the 14th Annual Hope Begins Here Awards Reception at Danversport. The Cancer Care Team of the Division of Radiation Oncology at Lahey Medical Center Peabody will be honored as the recipients of the 2024 Hope Begins Here Award. This prestigious award is presented annually to an outstanding leader and advocate for cancer prevention, treatment or care north of Boston.
“We recognize that it takes a team!” Boston North Cancer Association, Inc. President Susan McCarthy said.
“Therefore, we are honoring the team’s exceptional and compassionate cancer care to patients diagnosed with cancer and their families throughout the communities north of Boston and are celebrating Lahey Hospital & Medical Center’s 100th anniversary and 30 years of care in Peabody,” McCarthy said.
“Our goal is to make a significant impact on those living with cancer in the communities north of Boston. To help in our community, we will also award over $40,000 in Community Grants and Sponsorships to organizations that meet our mission.”
The four seniors being honored are Nathaniel Chadwick, Kaitlyn Pugh, Braden Faiella and Isabella Belluscio. Each of the students will receive a scholarship.
Boston North Cancer Association, Inc. provided the following summary of the students’ scholastic stories at Saugus High, how they were personally affected by a family member battling cancer and their college plans:

Hope Begins Here Scholarship
The 2024 recipient of the $5,000 Hope Begins Here Scholarship is Nathaniel Chadwick. Nathaniel is from Saugus, attends Saugus High School, has a 4.3 GPA, and is a member of the National Honor Society. Nathaniel is in the Video Production Club, a Camera Operator and Tech High School helper. He also volunteers at the Blessed Sacrament Church.
Nathaniel’s father was diagnosed with Esophageal Cancer, and passed away a year later when Nathaniel was 11 years old. Nathaniel quickly learned how life continued moving forward while he was falling considerably behind. Being out of school for three weeks, and having to move into temporary housing shortly thereafter, left this sixth grader struggling. However, 2 years later, Nathaniel was achieving straight A’s and high honors.
Nathaniel has a passion and love for technology which he learned from his dad. His father ran a Multimedia Design company, and Nathaniel was taught the basics by sitting side by side with his dad from a young age. His teacher says, “he is one of the hardest working students, and his commitment to work stands out as one of the best I’ve seen throughout my teaching career.”
Nathaniel will be attending Salem State University this fall, pursuing a degree in Computer Science/Computer Programming.

The Donald Perlman, MD Memorial Scholarship
The 2024 recipient of this $5,000 scholarship award is Kaitlyn Pugh. Kaitlyn is from Saugus, attends Saugus High School, and has a 4.15 GPA This scholarship was not only renewed but has been increased to $5,000 and is generously funded by Cynthia Perlman and her family in memory of Dr. Perlman, who also was a former recipient of our Hope Begins Here Award and who recently passed away.
Dr. Donald Perlman was a renowned board-certified general surgeon specializing in breast disease and tumors of the skin. Dr. Perlman practiced with Surgical Specialists of the North Shore following 48 years of private practice in Lynn. Dr. Perlman served as both Associate Chief and Chief of Surgery for Lynn Hospital, and as Clinical Instructor for Mass General Hospital surgical residents at Lynn and Union Hospitals.
Kaitlyn plays Softball, Soccer and Basketball. She also works at Dick’s Sporting Goods and is a math tutor and teacher’s assistant.
Kaitlyn said “she never knew life without cancer.” Her dad was diagnosed with a Glioblastoma brain tumor when she was a baby. He underwent 3 craniotomies, 18 years of on-and-off chemo and 2 rounds of radiation. Despite all that, he never missed one of her softball games. Her mom told Kaitlyn, “she was the greatest blessing in his story.” And through it all, he demonstrated to everyone what it means to be resilient regardless of the circumstances, to persevere through all adversity and to have fun along the way.
In March of this year, his tumors were progressing, and there were no further treatment options. He was being cared for at home with the help of hospice. Kaitlyn said, “I’m losing my hero, but the impact he’s had on me, will be with me the rest of my life.”
Her teacher wrote, “I have no doubt that Kaitlyn will go on to achieve her highest aspirations throughout her future. She is nothing but respectful, thoughtful, confident and focused on her pursuits.
“These qualities make her a model student that any program would be proud to have represent their school. Kaitlyn’s presence will certainly be missed at Saugus High School as she spread joy among staff as well as her peers.”
Sadly, her dad passed away last month. But Kaitlyn will be attending Endicott College in the fall, pursuing math and teaching.

Teri Hall Memorial Scholarship
The 2024 recipient of the Teri Hall Memorial Scholarship is Braden Faiella.
Braden is from Saugus, attends Saugus High School, and he has a 4.09 GPA.
When Braden was eight, he lost his father, his best friend, to cancer. He remembers his father telling him he loved him very much, wanted him to keep being the man he raised him to be, and to continue playing football. Braden always strives to be the best version of himself, to make his father proud and to honor his wishes.
Braden continued to play football and was a four-year varsity football player and varsity basketball player. He was also a two-year captain of his football team, and a League and District All-Star.
Additionally, Braden coached youth football camp and basketball in his community.
Braden’s teacher said, “He’s a talented young man and one of the finest I’ve taught; he is an excellent representation of exemplifying the characteristics we value in education. He is kind, polite, respectful, highly motivated, dedicated, a positive teammate and helpful to his classmates.”
Braden plans to attend Saint Anselm’s College as an Accounting major.

The Lightshed Photography Honorary Scholarship
The 2024 recipient of this $1,000 scholarship is Isabella Belluscio.
Isabella is from Saugus, attends Saugus High School, and has a 3.72 GPA.
Last year, Isabella’s father was diagnosed with Stage 4 Lung Cancer, and soon after developed lymphoma. It was difficult for her to watch her father lose his battle to cancer. Her dad was her best friend and always her biggest fan, believing she could do anything. She says: ”I am forever grateful for everything he taught and did for me, and he forever lives in my heart.”
Isabella intends to be a special education teacher, because it was one of her and her dad’s dreams to make a difference in helping kids with learning disabilities.
Isabella’s teacher said, “She is one of the most respectful and empathetic students I have worked with in twenty years of teaching, she brings a lot of positive energy and attributes to wherever she is.”
Isabella will be attending Salem State University, majoring in Early Childhood Education, and then plans to earn a Master’s in Special Education.

CAPTIONS

Nathaniel Chadwick: He plans to attend Salem State University this fall to pursue a degree in Computer Science/Computer Programming. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate)

Kaitlyn Pugh: She plans to attend Endicott College in the fall to study math and teaching. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate)

Braden Faiella: He plans to attend Saint Anselm’s College as an Accounting major. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate)

Isabella Belluscio: She plans to attend Salem State University to major in Early Childhood Education. (Courtesy photo to The Saugus Advocate)

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Outdoor graduation at 5:45 tonight! Seniors! Be at the field by 5:30! @saugushigh2023 @PrideSachem

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@Met_CindyFitz We’ve been watching the radar and it looks like it just changed. Maybe no rain until 7:45?

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@Met_CindyFitz How is outdoor graduation looking for 6pm on the North Shore? Every radar looks different!

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@Met_CindyFitz Thank you!!!!!

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@ericfisher Hi Eric! How is Friday night looking for all of the outdoor high school graduations being planned? 😬

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It is with great excitement that I share with you the incredible outcome of yesterday's Multiplying Good End of Year Competition. Our Saugus Students in Action (aka Peer Mediation) group was awarded, once again, the Gold Banner for their service work in our community.

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SHS students were welcomed to come practice self care strategies, visit vendors, snuggle some baby animals, eat pizza, dance, unwind, and have some fun. The vendors included baby animals, DJ, photo booth, henna art, mental health organizations, and substance use organizations.

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SHS Graduates! While you’re home from college, thinking about becoming a substitute teacher! @highschool2021 @shsclassof2022 @_shsclassof2020 @SHSColleges19 https://t.co/67lB6y8mbf

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There are only 2️⃣ more chances to take the SAT before the school year ends.

✨ Registration for the May 6 SAT is open now! https://t.co/qf66qG7Gxn

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Remember: There is no health without mental health! #MentalHealth is just as important as physical health, and asking for help is a normal part of life. You should never feel like you have to take on the world 🌎 alone. #NationalFlowerDay #FlowerDay

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Check out our new District Twitter Page. @Sachempride @VETS_ELC @SHSStuCo2 @SaugusSachemsAD @SaugusGuidance

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Thinking of the St. John’s Prep community during this difficult time.

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Congratulations to all of our new SHS NHS inductees!

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Our college acceptance wall is quickly filling up!! Congratulations @saugushigh2023!!!