Putnam Middle School honors rolls set
PUTNAM — The second marking period honor roll assembly for students will be held on from 7:45 to 9 a.m. May 5. Parents are welcome to attend and should enter through the auditorium doors at 7:30.
Second academic honors will be announced at the honor roll assembly but will not be receiving certificates.
Grade 5
Principal’s Award: Evelyn LaMountain, Aurora Schulman, Rylee Blouin First Academic Honors: Jaxson Lamothe, Ally Mead, Owen Petersen, Landon Vinal, Brooklyn Soares, Teagan Espinosa, Oliver Dexter, Evan Meyer, Farrah Robinson, Sebastian Ong, Kennedy Healey, Trinity Snow, Ezra Gunderson, Whitney Huth Second Academic Honors: Othelia Walford, Alexander Litvin, Remi Murawski, Brayden Davagian, Marlee Aikens, Quinn Poisson, Emelia Vergoni, Emily Matos, Jayceon Griffin, Ashley Olson, Hunter Rousseau, Brynna Kell, Olivia Lepine, Madison Desrosiers, Jack Fortin, Roland Gaucher, Riley Jean-Louis, Jackson Bowen.
Grade 6
Principal’s Award: Kaydra Buzanoski, James Mentor, Ella Coutermarsh, William Gustavesen, Summer Folco, Greyson Santerre.
First Academic Honors: Janie Lynch, Joelle Lambert, Emily Boudreau, Quinn Clark, Nora Lubecki, Greyson Bowen, Owen Weaver, Chloe Wishart, Adeana, Ruiz, Harper Moreau, Cameryn Renaud, Lukas Warner, Daniel Rodrigues, Trevor Fernandez, Sophie LeBeau, Frederick Zangerl, Jaxson Stewart, Theodore Franklin, Jayda Mentor, Agatha dos Santos de Freitas
Second Academic Honors: Serina Ryan, Dominick Bradley, Gianna Liccardi, Scarlett Bartolf, Kayden Lariviere, Aiden Fiske, Mason Racicot, Ava Ramos, Sebastian Hartung, Evan Lamontagne, Jensen Magalhaes, Charlotte Hill, Ella Rogall, Aizlynn Kupiec, Lucas Barnes, Elizabeth Escamilla, Connor Meeks, Hazel Paquette, Elijah Romanchuk,
Julianna Knott, Daniel Hebert, Daniel Pedraza.
Grade 7
Principal’s Award: Harper Thompson, Anna Rawson, Olivia Gordon, Jaxon Huth, Gabriel Ramos, Alyana Santos, Caitlin Racine, Lillian Houlker
First Academic Honors: Giana Gerardi, Lily Olson, Quinn Lucier, Brayden Roberts, Joyce Mentor, Anylah Gaddy, Gretta Godzik, Laila Grimshaw, Abrielle Lalumiere, Adael Vargas Bobey, Lucy Gustafson, Bryce Espinosa, Mae Gazzola, Liam Chalmers, Levi Bakanowsky, Jazleen Abraham, Kaylyn Gaboury, Nikko Rivera, Brooklyn Belleville
Second Academic Honors: Jexziel Aponte, Madelyn Norman, Jonah Butler, Liliana Ward, Isabella Rochette, Natalie Eccleston, Libby Fischkelta, Greyden Bedard, Anthony Dzurenka, Logan Beaulieu, Jameson Angell-Ward, Isaac LaFrance, Lillianna Lavoie, Thomas Neal, John Tamer, Georgios Corsaro, Madison Mead, Gabriel Mooney, Annabelle Gauvin, Jacob Meyer, Annabelle Jackel, Adelina Jimenez-Garvey, Silas Nadeau, Benjamin Melhor.
Grade 8
Principal’s Award: Israel Ramos, Lydia Martel, Gabriel Scala, Owen Abram, Salem Lambert, Edvin Halilovic, Kayden Robinson, Ryder Burke, Raegan Healey, Naydelin Rivera.
First Academic Honors: Dominic Kostovski, Bethany Mayo, Noah Pelletier, Ian Lamontagne, Makaila Roy, Veronica Columbia, Annaliese Ricard, Joey Garcia, Asa Snow, Sandy Onesyvieng, Jackson Chmura, Ruby Roman, Katelin Tamer, Nicholas Matos, Greyson Roby, Phiona Percy, Alexander Fleck, Maya Scott, Lilith Finley, Gracie Blouin, Joseph Boudreau, Cassidy Levesque, Tanner Barrows, Logan Onesyvieng Second Academic Honors: Jaelyn Brigham, Molly Norman, Adam Lafleur, Kenzie Summers, Benjamin Zayas, Hadley Neal, Emma Sliwoski, Zoey Romanchuk, Eder Rivera De Leon, Zehra Gursoy, Jory Shea, Henry Kopriva, Sophia Lefebvre, Olivia Gaucher, Layliah Mayo, Myles Jean-Louis, Elaina Julian, Jacob Palazzo, Liam Taylor, Bria Griggs.
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‘Matilda the Musical' opens April 24 at the Bradley
PUTNAM — The second offering of the Theatre of Northeastern Connecticut at the Bradley Playhouse’s 2026 season is something the whole family will enjoy. Roald Dahl’s ”Matilda the Musical” opens on April 24 and runs for three weekends. This high-energy romp is the story of an extraordinary girl who dreams of a better life and dares to change her own destiny.
Performances are at 7 p.m. April 24, 25 and May 1, 2, 8, 9 and at 2 p.m. April 26 and May 3 and 10. Tickets are $32 for adults and $29 for seniors, students, veterans and first responders (including fees). On Friday and Saturday evenings this show will start at 7 to accommodate younger members of the audience. For tickets: www.thebradleyplayhouse.org; or by calling 860-928-7887. Tickets may be purchased at the theater box office, either before the performance, or at the door if available.
The TNECT production of “Matilda the Musical” is directed by Rachel Terceira. Dr. E. Justin Simone is music director and Catie Verostick is the choreographer. Corinne Sweeney appears as Matilda. Her parents are played by Samara Klion and Sophia Pontbriand as Mr. and Mrs. Wormwood. Kaitlyn Nusz is her teacher, Miss Honey, and Larissa Laver plays the evil Agatha Trunchbull. Kiku Langford McDonald is librarian Mrs. Phelps and Matilda’s best friend Lavender is played by Lillian Bengtson. The cast is completed by an energetic ensemble of adults and school children who sing and dance their way through this exhilarating musical.
Matilda the Musical lets its young audiences know that even if you’re little, you can do a lot. The joyful, high-energy production is filled with unforgettable songs, wonderful dancing, and plenty of mischievous fun. Packed with wit, heart, and the spirit of girl-power, this Tony Award-winning musical celebrates the brilliance of childhood, the courage to speak up, and the magic that happens when you dare to be different.
“Matilda the Musical” is based on Roald Dahl’s 1988 novel Matilda. The book for the musical was written by Dennis Kelly with music and lyrics by Tim Minchin. Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com. Orchestrations and Additional Music - Chris Nightingale.
Roald Dahl (1916-1990) was the author of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Matilda, The BFG and many more of the world’s best-loved children’s stories. He remains one of the world’s greatest storytellers. His first children’s story, James and the Giant Peach, was published in 1961 and was a huge hit. Every subsequent book became a best-seller.
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PSA hosts successful April vacation basketball clinic
Putnam Science Academy held its annual April vacation basketball clinic recently, drawing a strong turnout of approximately 40 campers.
Participants were divided into two divisions: the NBA Division and the Big East Division. At the end of the week, the NBA champions were the Lakers, coached by Drake Alvarez, while the Big East champions were UConn, coached by Martyn Poliuchovic.
Throughout the week, campers focused on skill development, teamwork, and friendly competition. Several individual contests highlighted the players’ progress and effort.
In the elbow shooting competition, Fitz Lurvey took top honors in the Big East Division, while Grayson Cardinal won in the NBA Division.
Free throw champions were Quinn Hammond (Big East) and Nolan Lehto (NBA). In the hot shot competition, Carson Lehto claimed victory in the Big East, and Teagan Espinosa won the NBA Division.
At the conclusion of the camp, coaches presented three major awards in each division. The Hustle Award went to Jackson Cardinal (Big East) and Rylie Pothier (NBA). The Coaches Award was given to Wes Hammond (Big East) and Nolan Lehto (NBA). Camp Most Valuable Player honors were awarded to Wes Wojcik (Big East) and Bryce Espinosa (NBA).
Both championship games were closely contested and came down to the wire, capping off an exciting and competitive week.
“The kids had a blast, and I know the coaches did as well,” said Camp Director Tom Espinosa. “This was one of the best groups we’ve had. They came in focused and ready to improve every day.”
Overall, it was a fun and successful week for everyone involved.
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PSA hosts successful April vacation basketball clinic
Putnam Science Academy held its annual April vacation basketball clinic recently, drawing a strong turnout of approximately 40 campers.
Participants were divided into two divisions: the NBA Division and the Big East Division. At the end of the week, the NBA champions were the Lakers, coached by Drake Alvarez, while the Big East champions were UConn, coached by Martyn Poliuchovic.
Throughout the week, campers focused on skill development, teamwork, and friendly competition. Several individual contests highlighted the players’ progress and effort.
In the elbow shooting competition, Fitz Lurvey took top honors in the Big East Division, while Grayson Cardinal won in the NBA Division.
Free throw champions were Quinn Hammond (Big East) and Nolan Lehto (NBA). In the hot shot competition, Carson Lehto claimed victory in the Big East, and Teagan Espinosa won the NBA Division.
At the conclusion of the camp, coaches presented three major awards in each division. The Hustle Award went to Jackson Cardinal (Big East) and Rylie Pothier (NBA). The Coaches Award was given to Wes Hammond (Big East) and Nolan Lehto (NBA). Camp Most Valuable Player honors were awarded to Wes Wojcik (Big East) and Bryce Espinosa (NBA).
Both championship games were closely contested and came down to the wire, capping off an exciting and competitive week.
“The kids had a blast, and I know the coaches did as well,” said Camp Director Tom Espinosa. “This was one of the best groups we’ve had. They came in focused and ready to improve every day.”
Overall, it was a fun and successful week for everyone involved.
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