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Keeping you informed on important dates and information.
March 4, 2024
Full Release Day - Tomorrow March 5
No School for Students
There is no school tomorrow Tuesday, March 5 for students as it is a full release day and a professional development day for faculty and staff as well as a voting day at Nipmuc.
Athletics
Spring Sports Registration is Open
Spring sports registration is now open!
You may register here for the following sports:
Baseball
Softball
Boys and Girls Lacrosse
Boys and Girls Outdoor Track
Boys Volleyball
Spring sports begin on Monday, March 18th. The spring sports informational meeting date will take place on Wednesday March 13th at 6:30pm in the Auditorium. Individual team meetings will follow. Payment for Spring sports should not be made till after the teams are finalized.
Good Luck at DECA States
Congratulations to Nipmuc DECA Students
We wanted to say Congratulations and best of luck to all of the Nipmuc DECA students that qualified and will be competing in the state competition beginning this Thursday, March 7 in Boston. We had 78 students that qualified and will be competing. We can't wait to hear about their experience and see who will qualify for nationals in April. Go Nipmuc!
Internship Informational Night
Blackstone Valley Hub - Upcoming Virtual Event
One of Nipmuc's community partners is the Blackstone Valley Hub. This organization offers workforce development services, including career counseling, school partnerships, job training and apprenticeship training. This Thursday, March 7 from 6:30pm-7:30pm they will be holding an Internship Informational Night virtually. This information is geared towards students in Grade 11 to better understand what school internships are and how they can take advantage of some of these opportunities. You can register and learn more by clicking here. You can also learn more about all of the upcoming events with the Blackstone Valley Hub by clicking here.
Last Day of Sign-Up is Today for the 3v3 Tournament
Class of 2024 Yard Signs
Attention Nipmuc Parents of Seniors!
Show your support for the Class of 2024 and commemorate their time at Nipmuc with a one-of-a-kind yard sign. The Class of 2024 is fundraising for senior activities by selling 24.5" x 19" polyethylene yard signs with a stand, each featuring vibrant, full-color printing on both sides.
Not only will you be supporting the seniors in their final endeavors, but you'll also have a unique keepsake to commemorate this special time in their lives. Graduation is a major accomplishment, and what better way to celebrate it than with a yard sign that proudly displays the Class of 2024.
For just $15 each, you can order as many yard signs as you'd like. All orders and payments must be submitted to Ms. Robbins in room G317 by 2 PM on Friday, March 15. Please bring cash or a check made out to MURSD.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to show your pride and support for the Class of 2024! Order your yard signs today! If you have any questions please email Rachel Robbins at rrrobbins@mursd.org. Thank you!
Rachel Robbins & Johanna Annunziata
2024 Senior Class Advisors
Opportunities for the Class of 2025
Mastery Transcript Consortium
Last week we shared the opportunity of the Mastery Learning Record (MLR) with all members of the Class of 2025. Nipmuc is one of about 400 schools across the globe that provide students with the opportunity to use this innovative school record as a way to tell their full story to colleges, universities, and employers. This may provide support as you consider your post-high school options.
Any interested junior is invited to attend a short information session presented by Mr. Clements and Mrs. Moran on Wednesday, March 20 during both breaks in the Gathering Room. There's no commitment to build a Mastery Learning Record if you attend. Sign up here to join this session. (Please note that students must be logged into your Google account to respond.)
Save the Date: For those students interested in creating an MLR, we plan to kick-off our work together on the Mastery Learning Record on Wednesday, March 27 from 2:10-3:15pm. If you are not able to attend this session, you can still participate in the program.
Unique Opportunity for Juniors - Deadline is this Week (Don't Miss Out)
Nipmuc Juniors can take advantage of this FREE opportunity through Associated General Contractors of Massachusetts (AGCMA) to learn information and gain skills in industry areas related to engineering, construction and architecture. The 8-week free course begins Thursday, March 14th until May 9th (not during vacation week) and takes place at BVT from 5:00p - 7:00p. Dinner is provided, all 8 classes must be attended, and at the completion of the course students qualify for an end of program stipend. Don't wait!! Application deadline is Thursday, March 7, 2024. Decisions emailed by March 11, 2024. You may apply HERE.
FUTURE BUILDERS MENTORING PROGRAM
This Course is open to students only in grade 11. Students enrolled in courses that involve business, construction, estimating, architecture, civil engineering, or environmental science are preferred. General interest in Construction, Engineering and/or Architecture.
The goal of the Future Builders Mentoring Program is to engage, excite and enlighten high school students to pursue careers in architecture, engineering and construction through mentoring and to support their continued advancement in the industry.
Is Future Builders Mentoring Program for you? The Future Builders Mentoring Program is open to high school students who have the curiosity and drive to learn about a career in design and construction - from contracting and engineering to architecture and landscaping. As a Future Builder, you'll join a team of other students led by mentors who are practicing industry professionals. Course runs from March 14th - May 9th on Thursday evenings 5:00 - 7:00 PM Grade 11 students from BVT and Nipmuc are welcome to apply.
If you have questions please see or email Mrs. Bennett (tbennett@mursd.org), Career, Community and Innovations Coordinator
Nipmuc Student Council Hosts Paint Night
Save the Date! Nipmuc Student Council is busy planning their annual paint night. Thank you to one of our very talented Art teachers Mrs. Clish for helping student council to bring this event to the community for another year. Check out the flyer below and come join us for a fun night. Sign up today to reserve your spot and then payment will be taken at the door and can be paid by cash or check made out to MURSD.
ASVAB Testing
Nipmuc Regional will be offering students in grades 10-12 the choice to participate in the ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) Career Exploration Program (CEP) on Friday, March 22, 2024. ASVAB CEP is an opportunity for students to explore career and post-secondary options and to identify individual skills and interests as well as explore all the pathways to reach career goals -- education, credentialing, licensure and apprenticeship programs, and the Military. This is a self-paced electronic test administered by an ASVAB representative. Follow up results will be provided and reviewed in early May 2024.
If there is interest in participating in the ASVAB CEP on March 22, 2024 please complete this FORM before March 15, 2024. Please contact Tara Bennett at tbennett@mursd.org with questions.
Grade 10 MCAS Testing
Save the Date: ELA and Math MCAS
Each spring, students in grade 10 take their English Language Arts and Mathematics MCAS. Students must earn a passing score on these MCAS tests (as well as their science MCAS) to earn a high school diploma in Massachusetts. Students should do their best to be at school on the days of testing. Testing begins each day at 7:40am after a brief break in the cafeteria for breakfast. The testing dates are listed below:
ELA MCAS - March 26 & 27
Mathematics MCAS - May 21 & 22
A few important reminders for students:
Please make sure your iPad is fully charged for MCAS testing and is up-to-date with the current version of software. You will need your iPad for testing as they are computer-based.
You may bring a calculator for session 2 of the Math MCAS (May 22)
Testing groups will be posted in the cafeteria on the day before MCAS testing
If you are absent on a day of testing, you will be scheduled for a makeup test session upon your return
Note for students in biology (grade 9): The Science, Technology, and Engineering (STE) MCAS in Biology will take place on June 4 -5. More information to follow.
If you have any questions related to MCAS testing, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Mr. Clements, Mrs. Moran, or your school counselor.
RAD Self-Defense Course
Attention female students! The Upton Police Department is offering a Rape Aggression Defense (RAD) course during the month of April. Classes are scheduled for April 2nd, 4th, 9th, and 11th, from 6-9pm. If you're interested in participating, please reach out to Officer Poxon at Ipoxon@uptonma.gov. Please note that there is a limit of 25 participants, and enrollment will be on a first come, first served basis.
Seeking Donations for Upcoming Fundraiser
The Nipmuc classes of 2025 and 2026 are gathering donations of gift certificates or tickets to events/activities for their upcoming May calendar fundraiser. If you have gift certificates or tickets you know you won't be using and you want to support Nipmuc students, we are willing to take them off of your hands! Please email 2026 Advisors either Darcy Daniels (ddaniels@mursd.org) or Kathy Foisy (kfoisy@mursd.org) or 2025 Advisor Tara Bennett (tbennett@mursd.org) with any questions. Information to purchase calendars will be available in April. Thank you for your continued support of Nipmuc Regional High School!
Bryant University Program for High School Students
Bryant University is offering a pre-college Economics Program for high school students. In this program, students will learn how to apply economic knowledge to affect social change.
Students will have the opportunity to work closely with Bryant University faculty during an immersive, five day, in-person experience.By the end of the program, students will have learned both basic and advanced economic concepts and have the ability to analyze current policy issues.All students who complete the program will receive a Certificate of Completion from the Bryant University Economics Department.
The program will run from 9:00am to 3:00pm, August 5th through August 9th.
Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from campus each day. However, all materials and lunch will be included in the cost of tuition. The entire program costs $475 and there is no application fee.Students can apply online at: https://www.bryanteconsummerprogram.com/.
Contact Dr. Laura Beaudin, Associate Professor of Economics, at lbeaudin@bryant.edu for more information or with any questions.