2014 Commencement Speakers

Many thanks to all of our impressive seniors who auditioned to be a speaker at graduation. For more than forty years Nipmuc's commencement exercises have included four senior speakers. The senior class president acts as the emcee for the event and offers an opening message. Members of the senior class have the chance to audition to deliver three other speeches including comments about the class motto, offering a class farewell, and providing a class reflection.

Senior Class President Emily Wojtowicz will act as this year's master of ceremonies. The seniors who will be joining Emily at graduation are Robert Aziz, Laura Ng, and Melanie Kossuth. 

This year's auditions were some of the most impressive in recent memory. All of our speakers would have done a phenomenal job at graduation. It was challenging to choose only three during the auditions. 

Thank you to Mr. Michael Clements for organizing the auditions and working with our speeches, and thank you to the judges who helped to make this tough decision. 

Announcements - April 28 - May 2, 2014

Morning Announcements

Permission forms for the Children's Hospital trip on May 10th are outside Mrs. Laflash's room, room 121.

Registration for VHS classes for next has been extended.  Any student wishing to take VHS classes, please see Mrs. V. in the media center for forms.  Please register ASAP.

Attention All Female Students:  Harvard University will be visiting Nipmuc on Saturday, May 3rd to offer "Tech Girlz", a session that introduces female students to computer science.  The session is free and runs from 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.  Sign up in the office.

Attention all Seniors going on the band trip to Montreal - There will be a meeting to receive your graduation tickets on Monday, 5/5, at 10:00 in the gathering room.

Attention all STEM Scholars:  There will be meetings tomorrow - Tuesday, 4/29 - at both breaks in the gathering room.

Senior Permission Slips are due!!!  Please turn them in to Mrs. Linehan in the office ASAP!

Senior students who are auditioning for graduation speeches should meet with Mr. Michael Clements in room 220 during your break  to schedule your after school audition by Thursday, May 1.

Attention Seniors!  This Friday, May 2nd, is College T-Shirt Day.  Everyone is invited to wear a shirt representing the school they will be attending next year.

Straight from America's Got Talent and the Ellen DeGeneres Show, the comedic mind reader Eric Dittelman will be performing here at Nipmuc on Friday, May 9th.  Tickets are $10 in advance and can be purchased during any break in the cafeteria beginning today, 4/30 - Friday, May 9th or from Junior Regan Conrad.

Any student interested in the Walk for Hunger should attend an informational meeting in Sra. Soto's room 313 this Thursday, 5/1, during both breaks.  Project Bread is an organization that promotes hunger awareness.  They sponsor the Walk for Hunger.  The walk is this Sunday in Boston.

The 4th Annual Run for Their Future is being held this Saturday, May 3rd.  Monies raised will go towards student scholarships.  Entry forms are in the main office and can also be found on the school website.  Volunteers are also needed.  Please see Mr. Maloney in room 123 if you are interested. 

Any student interested in travelling to Paris and Barcelona during April vacation 2015 should see Ms. Reardon in room 136 to pick up information.  An informational meeting will be held for students and parents on Thursday, May 1st at 7pm. in room 136.

Any NHS member who wants to run for E-board - please sign up in room 217 today (Monday, 4/28)!  Elections will take place at our monthly meeting on Thursday, May 1st.

Can you picture yourself trekking through the rain forest or learning to scuba dive while conducting scientific research on a Caribbean Island? If so, join the Wallacea Trip to Dominica in the summer 2015.  Informational meting scheduled for May 7th at 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium.

Class of 2015 is now selling Nipmuc bangle bracelets for $20 each.  Bracelets have the Nipmuc logo on them.  Please see Sra. Soto in room 313 or Madi Neri to place an order.

Help support Class of 2015 raise money for prom.  Pick up a flyer in the office or media center to register for the Wiffle Ball Tournament at the Nipmuc Fair on June 7th.  Cost is $5 per person and $45 a team.  Forms are due back by Thursday, May 1st.  See Emily Santos or Cullen Farragher for more details.

Guidance Announcements
Reminder to all Seniors:  Graduation surveys must be completed on Naviance before you can sign out!

A Park Street, Mendon resident is looking for two students to do yard work.  Pay is $10-$12/hour.  For more details, please see Mrs. Moore in the guidance office.

Attention Sophomores and Juniors:  Mark your calendars for the Boston National College Fair on May 1 and 2 at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center.  For more information, flyers are available in the guidance office.

Would you like to learn more about the Navy ROTC program?  A representative from the Navy will hold an information session in the guidance office on Thursday, May 8th at 1:30.  Sign up in guidance.

Student Feature Friday: Junior Olympian Tyler Lefebvre

Junior Olympian Tyler Lefebvre receiving
a medal at the Bay State games in 2013.
Photo Credit: The Town Crier

As the vacation week begins, many of our students are getting ready for a bit of rest and relaxation as they gear up for the final weeks of the school year. One student, however, will be foregoing a week of leisure in order to put his skills to the test at the Junior Olympics in Colorado Springs. Nipmuc junior Tyler Lefebvre has established himself as one of the most talented air rifle competitors in the country. Over the course of the summer Tyler competed in the Bay State Games, earning a gold medal and a state championship in smallbore rifle. On April 20 he will be traveling to Colorado, hoping to extend his accomplishments to the national level. I had the chance to ask Tyler some questions about his outstanding achievements and his path to success.

How did you get started competing in Men’s Air Rifle? 

I got started in rifle shooting from a friend of mine back in freshman year.  He shot at a local club and I thought it would be interesting to try out.  I shoot both air rifle which is 60 shots standing at 10 meters as well as smallbore rifle (.22)  which is shot at 50 feet, 50 yards, 50 meters and 100 feet.  Smallbore is shot in 3P (3 position) or all prone.  Three position is either a 3x20 or 3x40 which is 20 or 40 shots prone, 20 or 40 shots standing and 20 or 40 shots kneeling respectively. 

How often do you train? What type of training activities do you participate in? 

I train three times a week at the range, Monday and Wednesdays at Taunton and Thursdays at Niantic in Connecticut.  I also train at home in my basement one day a week. 

On April 20 you will be competing in the Junior Olympics. Tell me about your road to that competition. What were some of the successes that you’ve had along the way? 

Shooting in the Junior Olympics has been a goal of mine since I found out about them in 2012.  Between then and now I have competed in the Bay State Games twice, medaling in both.  In 2012 my first season shooting I got silver in smallbore and bronze in air.  In the 2013 season two other teammates and I competed in numerous regional and sectional competitions winning first in all of them.  I also placed first in my age group for all of those matches as well.  In the summer of 2013 I once again shot in the Bay State Games and got gold in smallbore and bronze with air. (I would have double gold but my rifle broke in air rifle).  Later in the summer my team and I shot the NRA National Matches at Camp Perry in Ohio where we shot against the best juniors and adults in the country in smallbore, and we set two national records. I also placed 4th in a duo match with a teammate.  In January of 2014 I shot the JORQ (Junior Olympic Regional Qualifier) and placed 2nd in air only being 1 point off of my teammate who got gold and bronze in smallbore.  Later that month my team and I went to Camp Perry, Ohio again but this time for an open air rifle event where we placed 3rd place overall and 2nd place junior team. “Open” means adults compete in the match as well. 

What do you enjoy most about competing? 
I like this sport because I get the chance to travel around the country and meet people that share the same interests with me.   It is an individual team sport.  It is an individual sport because nothing any other shooter does directly affects how you shoot, but it is also a team sport because teammates are very important in team matches and training as we push each other to do better.  This is a sport where you get out what you put into it; you don’t rely on teammates to make the pass like in football or lacrosse. 

Will you continue to compete in Men’s Air Rifle after high school? If yes, how will you continue to pursue this interest? 

I plan on shooting on a Division 1 team in college and studying petroleum and natural gas engineering. 

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Good luck, Tyler. We'll be rooting for you as you compete this week in Colorado!

Standing Ovations for "Once on This Island"

Congratulations to the members of Nipmuc Drama for three outstanding performances of the spring musical, "Once on This Island". Directed by Mr. Nick LaPete and Musical Director Ann Marie Tremblay, the musical told the tale of a peasant girl, Ti Moune (played by Samantha Brower), who falls in love with a young aristocrat (played by Jesse Charpentier). The story focuses on the struggles faced by Ti Moune as she pursues the relationship despite the tampering of the four gods on the island played by Arianna Bonito, Meghan Clark, Jay Turner, and Matthew O'Brien.

The play featured standout performances from the entire cast. The singing, choreography, acting, and sets were an outstanding tribute to the hard work of the cast, crew, and directors.

Bravo!

Included below is the program from the play including the full cast and crew (cover designed by Senior Rose Wiklund), comments from senior members of Nipmuc Drama, and our many generous sponsors.

Celebrating National Library Week

In honor of National Library Week I am happy to offer my thanks to Nipmuc's Library Media Specialist, Ms. Suzanne Venkataraman, and our Library Media Assistant, Ms. Sue Roecker. Ms. Venkataraman and Ms. Roecker help to make our media center an integral part of teaching and learning at Nipmuc. The library is also a key aspect of the school culture at Nipmuc.

Each quarter at Nipmuc the media center accommodates approximately 6,000 student visits. Approximately 3,000 students visit with classes to make use of resources or technology. Additionally, nearly 600 students each quarter access the library after school. Clearly these stats demonstrate the important role the media center plays for our school. 

Many thanks to Ms. Venkataraman and Ms. Roecker for all of their work and initiative, including updating the media center website, helping to provide access to iPads, and ensuring that our NHS tutors can work with students after school. 

Voices of Nipmuc Announcements April 14 - 18, 2014

Morning Announcements
Term 3 Honor Roll is posted.  Any questions on the honor roll should be referred to Mrs. Callahan in the guidance office.

Anyone wishing to run for the National Honor Society E-board, please sign up in Mrs. Kyrka's room 217.  Elections are May 1st.

Attention Seniors:  Please be aware that graduation speaker auditions have been changed to Wednesday, April 30th.  Please see Mr. Michael Clements in room 220 if you are interested in auditioning.

Any sophomore attending the Health Care Career Fair field trip must have permission slips and money in by Thursday, April 17th.

Anyone who wants to take a VHS class next year should stop by the media center to pick up an application.  All applications should be handed in ASAP.

The class of 2015 is now selling Nipmuc bangle bracelets with Nipmuc logo for $20 each.  Please see Sr. Soto in room 313 or Madi Neri to place an order.

Club and Activity photos are being taken today - Monday, 4/14.

Yearbook Meeting - Tuesday, 4/15 from 6 - 8 p.m. in Mrs. Alibozek's room 235.

Undergraduate yearbook orders can be placed now on the Nipmuc Yearbook site.

Any student interested in traveling to Paris and Barcelona during April vacation 2015 should stop by Ms. Reardon's room 136 to pick up information.  An informational meeting will be held for students and parents on Thursday, May 1st at 7 p.m. in room 136.

Project Bread is an organization that promotes hunger awareness and sponsors the Walk for Hunger.  The walk this year is Sunday, May 4 in Boston.  If interested, please see Autumn Morrice for more details.  

Help support the Class of 2015 raise money for prom!  Pick up a flyer in the office or media center to register for the Wiffle Ball Tournament at the Nipmuc Fair on June 7th.  It is $5 per person and $45 a team.  Forms are due back for May 1st.  See Emily Santos or Cullen Farragher for more details.

Drivers Education Program applications are available in the office and on the school website.  Program starts Tuesday, April 29th, 6:30 - 9 p.m. for 5 weeks.  Please turn in application and check to the main office.

All STEM Scholars who will be participating in career shadowing experiences this week should stop by the main office today to receive paperwork for your visit.

Guidance Announcements
Please note that you can now access the Guidance Department webpage from the drop down menu found under Nipmuc Regional High School on the district webpage.

ATTENTION SENIORS:  Please bring a copy of ALL your decision letters to the guidance office.
Also remember to check the Guidance blog often for scholarship applications and note deadline dates.

Seniors - Many scholarships require letters of recommendation and transcripts.  Please give your counselor enough time to process your application.  Please stop in the guidance office if you have any questions about the scholarship process. 

An Admissions Counselor from Ithaca College will hold an information session in the guidance office on Wednesday, April 16^th at 1:30 p.m.  Sophomores and Juniors interested in learning more about Ithaca College should sign up in the guidance office. 

ATTENTION SOPHOMORES AND JUNIORS:  Mark your calendars for the Providence National College Fair on Saturday, April 26 from 12 to 3 at the Rhode Island Convention Center and the Boston National College Fair on May 1 and 2 at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center. For more information, flyers are available in the guidance office. 

Would you like to learn more about the Navy ROTC Program?  A representative from the Navy will hold an information session in the guidance office on Thursday, May 8^th at 1:30.  Sign up in guidance.

Feature Friday: Student Government Day Representatives Patrick Carey and Lindsay Doyle

Thank you Patrick, Lindsay and Mr. Kevin Connors

 for representing us so well at this event.

Over the course of a student's four years at Nipmuc, there are many different opportunities to participate in student leadership. Our school is fortunate to benefit from a strong tradition of student leadership including elected officers, student council, elected boards for clubs and activities, and captains of our athletic teams. This week, I am excited to celebrate the leadership demonstrated by two of our junior students - Patrick Carey and Lindsay Doyle. One week ago Patrick and Lindsay traveled with history teacher Kevin Connors to the State House in Boston to represent Nipmuc for Student Government Day. Student Government Day is an annual event that allows high school students to work with our elected officials, participate in the process of debating and passing a bill, and experience first-hand the type of work undertaken by our state congressmen and senators. Patrick and Lindsay answered a few questions about this awesome experience and how it impacted them.

Lindsay Doyle:

How did you become interested in Student Government Day?  Over the past few years I have been actively involved with many of Nipmuc's student government programs and love to get involved around the school. I am always looking for opportunities to expand my leadership skills and this was the perfect opportunity. Not only was I going to further my understanding of leadership and student government, but also be exposed to how our government works and how to voice my own opinion within the community and state.

What was the most memorable part of Student Government Day?  The most memorable part of Student Government Day was probably sitting in the House Chambers. Each student that participated in student government day was appointed a senate or house representative position and was split up into the senate and house chambers respectively after the mock public hearing. I was Representative Carl Sciortino. As Rep. Sciortino I was directed to his desk in the House Chambers. Being at his actual desk, discussing and voting on actual bills was by far one of the best experiences of the day.

What part of the experience taught you most about the way our state government works?  The whole day was full of experiences which taught me about the way our state government works, there is not one part that stands out more than another. Being able to understand how government works on both the public and rep. level by participating in mock hearings and voting sessions was the best learning experience. Going into this, I didn't know how much of our state government worked, so having a hands-on experience was amazing. Hearing students from all around the state voice their opinions on real life problems, such as cell phone usage in motor vehicles and mandatory physical education in schools k-12, was life changing. The mock sessions being held were almost a glimpse into the future, you could see the future of the state government and all the students who would make a difference all in one room. By hearing other students speak I was able to understand that voicing my opinion isn't bothersome to others, but a way to benefit the world around me. Student Government Day as a whole drastically furthered my understanding of our state government.

Patrick Carey:

What was the most memorable part of Student Government Day?   What part of the experience taught you most about governmental leadership?  I believe the most memorable part of Student Government Day for me was hearing how well articulated both sides of the debates were. The House debated two bills which both affected kids and it was incredible to see how insightful and intelligent the arguments were from both sides. This ties into the what the day taught me about student government. The process of debating and passing a resolution on just two bills took us more than 2 hours. Considering that this process was expedited to ensure that we did not run late, which we did anyways, it is incredible to imagine how people do this on a daily basis. Ensuring that everyone has a voice is a noble cause but it certainly does not make for quick decisions. This was the most interesting thing to me, seeing democracy in action and participating in it, made for an incredible experience.

How did you become interested in Student Government Day?   My first involvement with civics came when I was appointed to Senator Moore's Youth Advisory Council. I met Senator Moore at a business expo and had a conversation with him about how he first became involved in politics, he then informed me of the council he was forming and said that I would be a great candidate and I should apply. I fell in love with civics after being but on the council and participating in the meetings. The group consists of students from schools across Senator Moore's district and we meet to discuss bills that affect teens. Most kids wouldn't find giving up 4 hours on a Saturday to talk about policy fun but it's something I look forward to at every meeting. From the council it made sense that I would apply for student government day.

Congratulations Jazz Ensemble!

Nipmuc's Silver Medal Wining Jazz Ensemble 

On Saturday March 29, the Nipmuc Regional High School Jazz Ensemble performed at the MAJE (Massachusetts Association for Jazz Education) State Finals Festival hosted by the Framingham Public Schools. The Jazz Ensemble received a Silver Medal for its performance. The students in the ensemble were also able to watch performances by other high school groups from around the state as well as the Ken Hadley Big Band.

On Saturday April 5, the Nipmuc Regional High School Concert Band and Wind Ensemble performed at the MICCA (Massachusetts Instrumental and Choral Conductors Association) Concert Festival hosted at Bellingham HS. Both groups were performed for a panel of adjudicators and were given a 30 minute clinic after the performance. The concert band and wind ensemble both received a Bronze Medal for their performance.

Congratulations to our students on their great performances!

Good Reads for Good Deeds

Seniors Annalisa Baci (StuCo VP), Emily Pirozzi (StuCo President)
Wally Esker, and Taylor Olson read with students.

Kudos to the Nipmuc Student Council members who launched a community service project last week called “Good Reads for Good Deeds”. As part of the project Nipmuc students work with students at our elementary schools to collect new and gently used books which will be donated to hospitals, shelters, police and fire stations to benefit children in need. In receiving donations, student council members had the chance to speak to our elementary students about the virtues of helping others. They also read some of the donated books to the students. 

Thank you to our student council members and their advisers - Mrs. Janis Grady and Ms. Ana Soto - for organizing this event. Thank you, also, to the students, parents, teachers, and administrators at our elementary schools for partnering with us in running this collaborative effort.

A group of Clough students working
with Nipmuc's student council.

Voices of Nipmuc - Announcements April 7 - 11, 2014

 

 

Morning Announcements:

Nipmuc Drama's production of "Once on this Island" is opening tonight - 4/11 - at 7:30 p.m.  Tickets are $7 for students and senior citizens and $10 for adults.  The performance will also run Saturday night, 4/12 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday afternoon, 4/13 at 2 p.m.  Hope to see you there!

All STEM Scholars who will be participating in career shadowing experiences next week (4/14 - 4/18) should stop by the main office on Monday, 4/14, to receive paperwork for their visits.

Any student interested in traveling to Paris and Barcelona during April vacation 2015 - please stop by Ms. Reardon's room 136 to pick up information.  An informational meeting will be held of students and parents on Thursday, May 1st at 7 p.m. in room 136.

Humanities Scholars - meeting today with Mr. Merten - Thursday, 4/10, during second break.  Attendance is mandatory. 

Attention Seniors!! Please be aware that Graduation Speaker Auditions have been changed to Thursday, April 17th.  Please see Mr. Michael Clements in room 220 if you are interested in auditioning.

Nipmuc bangle bracelets for sale by the class of 2015.  Bracelets have the Nipmuc logo - on sale for $20 each.  Please see Sr. Soto or Maddie Neri to place an order.

Attention Seniors:  If you did not attend the Graduation Information Meeting last week, please pick up your packet from Mrs. Linehan in the office as soon as possible.

Impact Team members who would like to volunteer at the Easter Egg Hunt this Saturday (4/12), please see Mrs. Field before the end of the day today (4/8)!

Olivia Giardini - please see Mrs. Grady in the office today (Tuesday, 4/8)

Any sophomore attending the Health Care Career Fair field trip on April 29^th must have permission slips and money in to Mrs. Field (rm. 120) by April 17th.

Walk for Hunger – Project Bread is an organization that promotes hunger awareness.  Project Bread sponsors Walk for Hunger on Sunday, May 5^th in Boston.  All those interested in participating in this year’s walk, please see Autumn Morrice for more details.

Attention Seniors:  If you have any questions about the obligations form you received, please see Mr. Clements or Mrs. Moran during your break on Thursday, April 10^th, in the office conference room.

Drivers Education Program – applications are available in the office and on the school web site for the next Drivers Ed Program beginning on Tuesday, April 29^th, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. for 5 weeks.  Please bring your completed application with payment to the main office.

Yearbook Announcements: 

·         Club and Activity picture day is next Monday, April 14^th. 
·         Yearbook Meeting is Wednesday, April 9, from 2 – 3 p.m. in Mrs. Alibozek’s room 235.
·         Underclassmen:  Please order your yearbooks now on the NIpmuc Yearbook site.

National Honor Society canned food drive begins this weekend.  Please sign up to help in Mrs. Kyrka’s room 217.

Help support the Class of 2015 raise money for prom.  Pick up a flyer in the office or media center to register for the Wiffle Ball Tournament at the Nipmuc Fair on June 7^th.  Cost is $5 per person and $45 per team.  Forms are due back by May 1^st.  See Emily Santos or Cullen Farragher for more details.

Anyone who would like to take a VHS class next year should stop by the media center to pick up an application.  All applications need to be handed in as soon as possible.

Mr. Nipmuc DVDs are available for sale for $5.  See Mr. Ferris in the office for your copy.

 

Guidance Announcements:
An Admissions Counselor from Ithaca College will hold an information session in the guidance office on Wednesday, April 16^th at 1:15 p.m.  Sophomores and Juniors interested in learning more about Ithaca College should sign up in the guidance office.

Attention Seniors:  Please bring a copy of all your decision letters to your guidance counselor.

Reminder to Seniors to check the guidance blog often for scholarship applications and note deadline dates.  Many scholarships require letters of recommendation and transcripts.  Please give your counselor enough time to process your application.  Please stop in the guidance office if you have any questions about the scholarship process.

Attention Sophomores and Juniors:  Mark your calendars for the Providence National College Fair on Saturday, April 26 from 12 – 3 p.m. at the Rhode Island Convention Center.  For more information, pick up a flyer in the guidance office.

Reminder to Juniors to check out the guidance blog for details on upcoming college open houses.

 

 

 

Student Feature Friday: Boston Children's Chorus Member Ateha Bailly

All across the country runners are in the process of training and conditioning in preparation for the 118th running of the Boston Marathon. For all of us in the Commonwealth, the marathon is a treasured event; however, this year the marathon will not only represent the tireless will of the runners and competitors, but also the strength, resilience, and unity of our community. The past 354 days have demonstrated what it means to be "Boston Strong".

In this Friday's post I'm proud to share the talents and accomplishments of a young man who contributed to the healing of our communities and whose great vocal talents are a source of pride for our school. Ateha Bailly is a junior at Nipmuc and a member of the Boston Children's Chorus. One year ago when the nation turned its eyes and hearts to President Obama and our local leaders at a memorial service to commemorate the marathon tragedy, Ateha was part of the chorus that performed at the event. In just a few weeks he will once again be part of the chorus when it performs at a ceremony to mark the one year anniversary of the tragedy.

In pursuing his love of music Ateha has traveled to different countries, experienced a variety of cultures, developed his vocal abilities, and entertained audiences from the stage at Nipmuc to the world stage.

I had the chance to ask Ateha a few questions about his experience with the Boston Children's Chorus and his interest in music.

When did you get involved with the Boston Children's Chorus?

I began singing when I joined the Boston Children's Chorus in 2007.

Tell me about the experience of singing with the chorus.

Singing in the Boston Children's Chorus has given me experiences far beyond music.  These experiences exposed me to all types of art, including dance, theatre, and acting.  By performing with professional dancers and actors, I have had the chance to be taught and coached by experts in the arts as well as celebrities.  The chorus has even provided speaking coaches to help singers with public speaking and solos for performances at corporate events. While moving through various levels of the chorus, I have met young people that I would not typically have met from different parts of Greater Boston, Massachusetts, the country, and even the world. 

How often do you rehearse with the group? 

I rehearse with the group twice a week, every Wednesday and Thursday in Boston from 5-7pm (with additional rehearsals as needed for special performances).

What are some of your most memorable experiences from being part of the Boston Children's Chorus?

My most memorable experiences of the Boston Children's Chorus are participating in two international tours. I had the opportunity to go to the United Kingdom (Scotland and England) in 2011 and Vietnam and Cambodia in 2013.  During each tour, I stayed in the homes of local families and learned about the culture of the area.

Can you tell me about the event that you will be singing at to commemorate the marathon?

On April 15th, I will sing at the one-year commemoration of the Boston Marathon bombings.  Last year I sang with the Chorus at the interfaith memorial service held at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross in Boston.  This year, the memorial service and Chorus performance will be held at the Hynes Convention Center in Boston at noon. 

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Do you have plans to continue with music after high school?

Yes, I hope to continue with music well beyond my high school years.

Congratulations Ateha on your amazing experiences and talent. 

Included below is a video clip of the emotional performance from the Boston Children's Chorus at the interfaith memorial service from last April. Ateha can be clearly seen at 1:14 on the upper left of the chorus. 

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1:1 Learning at Nipmuc Regional High School

We are excited to introduce the 1:1 learning program at Nipmuc Regional High School at this evening's presentation! Please click the link below to follow our presentation:

1:1 Learning at Nipmuc

STEM Scholar Leigh Hamlet and Green Schools

Throughout her high school career Nipmuc senior and STEM Scholar Leigh Hamlet has demonstrated a passion for environmental science. In pursuing this interest, Leigh became a student ambassador to Green Schools, a non-profit organization that supports environmental education, STEM education, leadership opportunities, and environmental stewardship. Leigh has worked tirelessly as an ambassador for the program. In 2012 she was honored by the New England Patriots "Celebrate Volunteerism" campaign for her work with Green Schools.

In continuing her work with the organization, Leigh was interviewed in a video produced by Governor Patrick's office to highlight clean energy education and Green Schools. 

Check out the video below to see this video. 

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