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.