Lecture Opportunity: "Concussions - Getting Your Bell Rung: What Parents Should Know"

A lecture "Concussions - Getting your Bell Rung:  What Parents Should Know" will be held at the Milford Regional Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine at Franklin, 2 Forge Parkway, Franklin, MA on Thursday, 12/5, at 7 p.m.  The lecture details:

Over the last few years, a new-found awareness of the seriousness and long-term effects of concussions has become a hot topic in the athletic world.  This awareness has caused major changes to the ways in which athletes participate in sports.  Despite rule changes to help decrease the number of head injuries and computer programs to help aid medical personnel with return to place decisions, it's important for parents to have the appropriate and up-to-date information.

To register for this free lecture:
http://www.milfordregional.org/site/pages/classes_lectures/classDetails.cfm?id=567

Announcements November 18 - 27, 2013

Morning Announcements
The National Honor Society Eboard will meet Wednesday, December 4th, at 7 a.m.

A NHS meeting for all members will be held on Thursday, 12/5, at 7 a.m. 

NHS candidates - all hours should be completed by Monday, December 16th.

Attention Ski Club members:  If you have not already done so, you must fill out the emergency form found on the ski club website (http://nipmucskiclub.weebly.com/).  Any questions, please see Mrs. AJ in room 312.

The honor roll is posted outside the Guidance office, cafeteria, and main office.

Do you like Chemistry?  Do you like experiments?  If so, join the Chemistry Club!  Contact Jay Patel or Mr. Maloney in room 123 for more information. 

Attention Nipmuc!  The third annual volleyball lock-in is December 13th.  Forms are in the office or in Mr. Perras's room 316 to register your team.  Turn the completed form in to Charlie Ciantra, Jacob Hess, Lauren Campbell, or Mr. Perras.

January Drivers Education Classroom Applications are now available in the office and on the school website . Classes will be held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings, 6:30 - 9:00 for 5 weeks starting on January 14th.

Another World Challenge informational meeting about the 2014 trip to Costa Rica is scheduled for Monday, November 25th at 7 p.m. in room 136.  Students who have already signed up for the trip do not need to attend.  Any questions should be referred to Ms. Reardon kreardon@mursd.org.

On November 28th Nipmuc students who dance with Diane's School of Dance will be performing in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.  Dancers were selected to be part of the Spirit of America Performance Team.  News from the Athletic Department Make an Impact - Donate any $5 - $10 gift card to "Give back to Cancer" for St. Gabriel's Trees of Hope.  Bring cards to Impact Team advisor Mrs. Field's - room 120.

A holiday toy drive to benefit Horizons for Homeless Children - a non-profit organization serving homeless children (6 and under) and their families living in Massachusetts shelters - is running until December 6th.  A donation box is located in the front office for toys or books appropriate for children 6 and under.

Volunteer hours are available for NHS members at the Charles River Bank/Horizons for Homeless Children Toy Drive on Friday, 11/29 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.  See Lauren Adams, or Mrs. Kyrka in room 217 for further details or sign up in the office.

Attention Fall Athletes:  Please turn in all uniforms and gear before the start of the winter season starting on December 2nd.

Athletes who are using the varsity room lockers must clean them out by next Wednesday, 11/27, or they will be cleaned our for you.  If you are planning on playing a winter sport and would like to keep the same locker, you must see Mr. Leaver.

Attention to those playing winter sports - a reminder that your green cards must be filled out and signed BEFORE you can participate.  For those playing on co-op teams with Northbridge, you are still expected to turn in green cards to Mr. Leaver.


Guidance Announcements
An Admission representative from the University of Hartford will hold an Information Session at Nipmuc on December 6th.  Please sign up in the guidance office if you are interested in learning more about he University of Hartford.

A United States Army Recruiter will hold an information session in the guidance office on Tuesday, December 10.  Sign up in the guidance office to receive a pass to learn more about the United States Army.

Bill Slavin Oil Burner Service in Mendon is looking for a part time clerical assistant Monday through Friday (2:30 - 5:00 p.m.).  For more details, pick up a flyer in the guidance office.

Attention All Freshmen:  Information is now available in the guidance office and on the guidance blog for the START Leadership Seminar.  One freshman will be selected to attend this all-expense paid seminar.  It is a great opportunity to make new friends, hear motivational speakers and to gain leadership skills.  Deadline to apply is Monday, December 2nd.

Any junior or senior interested in taking the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) exam on Friday, December 6 should sign up in the guidance office.  You do not have to be entering the military to take this career assessment.   If you have any questions, please contact your guidance counselor. 

 
All students are reminded to check out the guidance blog for an updated list of college open houses, college planning, SAT and ACT information and scholarships.

Announcements November 12-15, 2013

Morning Announcements
On November 28th some Nipmuc students who dance with Diane's School of Dance will be in New York City performing in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade!  These dancers were selected to perform as part of the Spirit of America Performance Team .

If you are interested in joining swim team, there is a meeting this Thursday evening, November 14th at 6:30 in the PDC at Nipmuc.

Swim team members - Captain's practices are Tuesday and Friday 2:30 - 3:30 and Thursday 7:30 - 8:30 at the Whitinsville Community Center. 

Anyone interested in volunteering for the Special Olympics Flag Football Tournament on Sunday, November 17th at Gillette Stadium, please sign up in Mr. Antonelli's room 326.

Military Run registration forms should be completed and given to Taylor Russell or Anna Young as soon as possible.  If you are volunteering for the race on Saturday, November 16th or would like to get more information, please come to a mandatory meeting on Wednesday, November 13th at both breaks in the media center.

Do you have any gently used or new winter clothing you would like to donate?  There is a collection box in the office until FAST.  Please consider contributing during Nipmuc Month of Giving!

Do you like to act?  If so, please audition for the Third Annual One-Act Play Competition.  Auditions are Friday, 11/15 from 3:30 - 6:00 p.m. in the auditorium.  Actors:  please prepare a one-minute monologue.  Backstage crew is welcome to attend.

Interested in wrestling?  There will be a meeting at Northbridge High School on Wednesday, 11/20 at 7:30 p.m. for all interested.  Parents are expected to attend as well.  Any questions, please see Mr. Leaver.

Guidance Announcements
Admission representatives from the following colleges will hold information sessions at Nipmuc in the next few weeks:
·         November 19: Mount Ida College
·         December 6:  University of Hartford
Please sign up in Guidance if you are interested in learning more about these colleges. 

ATTENTION SENIORS:  Please continue to use the gold Transcript Release form to have your transcript submitted to a college.  The guidance counselors have decided NOT to change the process.  If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your guidance counselor. 

 
ATTENTION SOPHOMORES:  Information regarding the Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership Seminar (HOBY) is now available on the Nipmuc guidance blog and in the guidance office.  One sophomore will be selected to attend this all-expense paid leadership seminar in the spring.  It is a great opportunity to meet young people from around the state and to learn new leadership skills.  Deadline to apply is this Friday, November 15^th. 

ATTENTION ALL FRESHMEN:  Information is now available in the guidance office and on the guidance blog for the START Leadership seminar.  One freshman will be selected to attend this all-expense paid seminar.  It is a great opportunity to make new friends, hear motivational speakers and to gain leadership skills.  Deadline to apply is Monday, December 2. 

Any junior or senior interested in taking the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) exam on Friday, December 6 should sign up in the guidance office.  You do not have to be entering the military to take this career assessment.   If you have any questions, please contact your guidance counselor. 

All students are reminded to check out the guidance blog for an updated list of college open houses, college planning, SAT and ACT information and scholarships.

Welcome to the Class of 2018!

It was a pleasure meeting the Class of 2018 and their parents during our informational presentations yesterday at Nipmuc. We greeted the students in the morning with the full fanfare of the Nipmuc band, sharing our excitement to welcome them to our school. In the morning presentation we provided students with tours of the building, the chance to participate in a question & answer session, and the opportunity to learn more about the school from Mrs. Moran, Senior Class President Emily Wojtowicz, Freshman Class President Annabelle Hentz, and me. In addition to learning about the school from our 25 student tour guides, one of the highlights of the morning came when Mr. Morel and Mrs. Tremblay invited the eighth grade musicians to join our high school band and chorus students. It was great to see our freshmen-to-be performing next to our seniors. All of the students were excited by this opportunity and the chance to welcome students to our school in such a fun way.

In the evening we invited parents and students back to Nipmuc to learn more about the strength of our academic programming, the vibrancy of student life, and the many opportunities available to our students. In discussing the school we were able to highlight some of our programs including the real-world learning that takes place in DECA (business/marketing) courses, the internship/job shadow experience provided by the Nipmuc STEM Scholars Program, the accomplishments of our award winning art program, and tremendous growth in enrollment and achievement of our Advanced Placement courses. 

Once again, we were exceptionally fortunate to be joined by Emily Wojtowicz and Annabelle Hentz, as well as more than thirty students who shared their experiences at Nipmuc during the open house portion of the evening. 

Included below you will find the presentation that we shared with parents and students last night. Additionally, I have included a copy of the 2013-14 course selection sheet and the Nipmuc Program of Students that offer more information about the courses offered to students at Nipmuc. 

Presentation: 

Program of Studies:


Course Selection Form:

Announcements November 4-8, 2013

Morning Announcements

Do you like Flag Football?  Please consider volunteering at the Special Olympics Flag Football Tournament at Gillette Stadium on Sunday, November 17th.  Sign up in Mr. Antonelli's room 326.

Interested in wrestling?  There is a meeting scheduled at Northbridge High School on Wednesday, November 20th at 7:30 p.m. for all those who wish to participate in wrestling.  Parents are also expected to attend.  Any questions should be directed to Mr. Leaver.

All Ski Club applications are due to Mrs. Ahmed-Jussaume (room 312) by Wednesday, November 13th.  Please turn them in ASAP!!

All students interested in swim team - please attend a meeting on Thursday, November 14th at 6:30 p.m. in the Nipmuc P.D.C. 

There will be an Impact Meeting on Tuesday, 11/5, during both breaks in Mrs. Field's room 120/green wing.  See you there!

Attention Juniors!  Please bring your FAST t-shirt order form and money to room 313 or give to Maddie Neri.

FAST T-Shirt order forms and money are due Tuesday, 11/5.  Please turn them in at the office.

Reminder:  Searching for Sunshine meeting during either break today, 11/5, in room 238.

Teddy Carey & Erin Kelley - please see Mrs. Kyrka in room 217 ASAP.

Attention all students!  Do you like to act?  If so, please audition for the Third Annual One-Act Play Competition.  Auditions are Friday, 11/15 from 3:30 - 6:00 p.m. in the auditorium.  Actors:  please prepare a one-minute monologue; backstage crew is welcome to be present.  If you are a senior and wish to direct a play, please sign up in the media center by this Friday, 11/8.  All script materials must be given to a Drama E-board member by  Friday, 11/8, as well.  Four plays will be selected by Mrs. Tremblay and Mr. Clements by the following Tuesday, 11/12.  Hope to see you all there!

Swim team members - There are captain's practices Tuesday & Friday from 2:30 - 3:00 and Thursday 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. at the Whitinsville Community Center.  Go to meet the team and get in shape!

Attention Nipmuc!  November is Month of Giving at Nipmuc.  Do you have any gently used or new winter clothing that you would like to donate?  STUCO is holding a warm clothing drive from now until FAST.  Please bring items to the main office.  Happy Month of Giving!

Join us in support of Nipmuc Month of Giving by raking leaves for senior citizens on Monday, Veteran's Day - November 11th.  Volunteer sign-up sheets are available in the office or in Sr. Soto's room 313.

Attention all skiers looking to Alpine Ski Race this winter for the Nipmuc Ski Team.  There is an informational meeting for skiers and parents on Wednesday, November 6th at 7 p.m. in the media center.

Please be reminded to turn in your Military Run registration forms to Anna Young or Taylor Russell for Saturday, November 16th.  Forms can be found in the office. 

Guidance Announcements
Admission representatives from the following colleges will hold information sessions at Nipmuc in the next few weeks:

• November 7:  Plymouth State University
• November 19:  Mount Ida College
• December 6:  University of Hartford

Please sign up in Guidance if you are interested in learning more about these colleges.

Attention Sophomores:  Information regarding the Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership Seminar (HOBY) is now available on the Nipmuc Guidance Blog and in the guidance office.  One sophomore will be selected to attend this all-expense paid leadership seminar in the spring.  It is a great opportunity to meet young people from around the state and to learn new leadership skills.  Deadline to apply is Friday, November 15th.

Any junior or senior interested in taking the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) exam on Friday, December 6 should sign up in the guidance office.  You do not have to be entering the military to take this career assessment.  If you have any questions, please contact your guidance counselor.

All students are reminded to check out the guidance blog for an updated list of college open houses, college planning, SAT and ACT information, and scholarships.

 

Lockdown Safety Drill

Good morning,
Earlier this morning our school practiced a lockdown drill in conjunction with Upton Police Department. I am glad to let you know that the drill was successful.

Our faculty and staff guided students through the procedure which involves making sure all staff members secure and supervise students in a safe location in the building. Our students responded to the drill in a cooperative and serious manner.

Thank you to Chief Bradley, School Resource Officer Carl Ambrosino, and the members of the Upton Police Department who helped us to run this drill today.

Sincerely,
John Clements