Announcements September 30 - October 4, 2013

Morning Announcements

There will be a Yearbook Committee meeting held on Monday, October 7th at both breaks in room 237.  All those interested in helping with yearbook, please stop by Mrs. Alibozek's room.

Need extra help in a certain subject?  Can't quite grasp a problem or concept?  Stop by the media center after school for tutoring.  NHS students will be offering tutoring sessions in most subjects after school beginning on Monday, October 7th.  Stop by the media center to see the full tutoring schedule.

The Nipmuc Volleyball team  will be hosting a breast cancer awareness game this Friday, October 4th.  The JV game starts at 4 p.m., varsity game begins at 5 p.m.  Please come and support the team as they face Hopedale.

Attention Seniors: There will be a senior forum held this Thursday, October 3rd at 2:00 in the gathering room.  Please join Mr. Clements, Mrs. Moran and Mr. Ferris for a discussion about your senior year.  Food will be served!

The National Honor Society will hold their monthly meeting this Thursday morning at 7 a.m. in the auditorium.

Need volunteer hours?  Please check the NHS bulletin board in Mrs. Kyrka's room 217.  There are two great opportunities.

There will be an Environmental Club meeting at either break on Wednesday, October 2nd in Mr. Maloney's room.  It's as easy as 1-2-3 (room 123!).

Do you have unwanted Halloween costumes?  Please consider donating them to a good cause!  There is a collection box in the lobby.

Guidance Announcements

Admission representatives from the following colleges will hold Information Sessions at Nipmuc in October.
-October 4:      New Hampshire Institute of Art and University of Delaware
-October 10:    College of St. Rose and Bentley University
-October 15:    East Carolina University
-October 18:    UMaine Farmington
-October 22:    University of Hartford School of Art
-October 23:    Mass College of Liberal Arts
-October 31:    University of New England
Please sign up in Guidance if you are interested in learning more about these colleges. 

ATTENTION JUNIORS:  It is now time to register to take the PSAT scheduled for Wednesday, October 16^th at 7:30 a.m.  The registration fee for juniors is $25 cash or check made payable to Nipmuc Regional High School and deadline to register is Thursday, October 10. 

Attention Juniors and Seniors:  If you are currently serving in an elected or appointed position representing the student body, you are eligible to apply for the U.S. Senate Youth Scholarship Program.  The deadline to register for the qualifying exam is October 4^th.  More details about this scholarship program can be found on the Nipmuc guidance blog. 

Any junior or senior interested in taking the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) exam 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. 

Attention Seniors:   Please stop by the guidance office to pick up a copy of your unofficial transcript.  Seniors are reminded to make an appointment with your guidance counselor ASAP if you are planning to apply early action or early decision to a college. 

All students are reminded to check out the guidance blog for announcements, college planning, SAT and ACT information and scholarships.

National Merit Commended Students and John & Abigail Adams Scholars

Today I had the distinct pleasure of informing 51 of our students that they have achieved academic honors. 
 
I am happy to announce that five Nipmuc students have been recognized as Commended Students for their achievement on the PSAT.  I was proud to inform seniors Jesse Arsenault, Samuel Chiburis, Maia Hibbett, Kayleigh Kearnan, and Laura Ng that they are receiving this award.
 
In 2012 over 1.5 million students participated in the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT). This standardized test which is offered by the College Board is often used as an opportunity to prepare for the SAT as well as a way to get feedback on college readiness. For a select percentage of test takers, however, this assessment provides a chance to qualify for recognition from the National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC).  
 
As Commended Students, this group of Nipmuc scholars has ranked among the top five percent of all test takers. When we met I congratulated them and thanked them for their work. This achievement distinguishes them not only in our school, but also in our state and nationally as exceptional students. "The young men and women being named Commended Students have demonstrated outstanding potential for academic success," commented a spokesperson for NMSC . "These students represent a valuable national resource; recognizing their accomplishments, as well as the key role their schools play in their academic development, is vital to the advancement of educational excellence in our nation.  We hope that this recognition will help broaden their educational opportunities and encourage them as they continue their pursuit of academic success."

Nipmuc's Adams Scholars

I am also pleased to announce that 51 of Nipmuc's class of 2014 have qualified to receive the John and Abigail Adams Scholarship for their high academic achievement on the MCAS tests. As Adams Scholars these students scored in the top 25% of their graduating class. This award entitles our students to four years of free tuition upon their acceptance to a participating Massachusetts state university, or a community college.
 
Congratulations to the following students for their exceptional achievement:  Catherine Adcock, Jesse Arsenault, Nicholas Bertrand, Zachary Boudrot, Nicole Bozzini, Kyle Braile, Aislyne Calianos, Theodore Carey, Samuel Chiburis, Demetrius Chokshi-Fox, Alisha Colaianni, Page Colombo, Peter Davey, Matthew Dias, Lauren Drainville, Wesley Dumas, Walter Esker, Alexandra Figore, Drew Franzosa, Joseph Gallagher, Tiffany Griffith, Leigh Hamlet, David Hanson, Rachel Hetu, Maia Hibbett, Karlie Jango, Kayleigh Kearnan, Erin Kelly, Lily Kerxhalli-Kleinfeld, Madeline Killeen, Melanie Kossuth, Samantha Maneri, Nicole Mazzola, Molly Meath, Jonathan Morris, Thomas Mulgrew, Rachel Murphy, Laura Ng, Matthew Nichols, Kelly O'Donnell, Taylor Olson, Rachel Plante, Shanleigh Reardon, McKenna Reilly, Rachel Sanborn, Lisa Slavin, Katelyn Soucey, Ryan Sullivan, David Triggs, Rose Wiklund, Emily Wojtowicz.

Announcements September 23 - 27, 2013

Morning Announcements

There will be an Environmental Club meeting at either break on Wednesday, 10/2, in Mr. Maloney's room.  It is as easy as 1 - 2 - 3! (Room 123)

Attention all seniors!  Please join us at a senior forum with Mr. Clements and Mrs. Moran this Thursday, September 26th or Thursday, October 3rd.  Meetings will take place at 2:00 p.m. in the gathering room.  Please join us to share your thoughts and ideas on your senior year.  Food will be served!

Anyone interested in tutoring a 6th grade student and helping with homework, please see Mrs. Kyrka in room 217 as soon as possible.

A Dairy Queen Fundraiser to benefit the class of 2016 will be held on Friday, September 27 from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Milford Dairy Queen. 

Come discuss a range of topics in a fun and open environment at the next Current International Affairs (C.I.A.) meeting.  C.I.A. is held every Thursday in Mr. Bisbee's room 141 - first floor, blue wing.  Everyone is welcome!

Homecoming Weekend is this Friday & Saturday (September 27 & 28).  The bonfire will be held on Friday from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. and the dance on Saturday from 7:00 - 10:00 p.m. Both events will be held at Nipmuc.  Tickets are being sold during both breaks in the cafeteria.  Bonfire ticket is $3, dance tickets is $14 - purchase both for $16.  Hope to see everyone there!

Athletic Department Announcements

A reminder to all varsity captains.  You are to meet with Mr. Leaver at the close of school on Wednesday, September 25 in room 114 (athletic classroom).  If you cannot attend, you need to see Mr. Leaver by the end of school on Thursday, September 26th.

Another exciting week of home athletic events with plenty of opportunities to see our Warriors in action!

Monday, September 23rd - JV football team will host Hopkinton at Miscoe Hill at 3:30 p.m.
Tuesday, September 24th - JV & varsity soccer teams will host Bromfield at 4:00 p.m.

Homecoming Weekend
Friday, September 27:
Field hockey teams play BMR starting @ 3:30 p.m.
Girls soccer play BMR starting at 4:00 p.m
Volleyball vs. Bethany Christian JV 4:00 p.m., varsity 5:00 p.m.

Saturday, September 28:
Boys soccer play BMR at 10:00 a.m.
Football against BMR at 11:00 a.m. at Miscoe Hill

Guidance Department Announcements
A  representative from The Culinary Institute of America will visit Nipmuc on Thursday, September 26 at 1:30, an admissions counselor from Wheaton College will hold an information session on Friday, September 27 at 10:30 and a representative from Montserrat College of Art will visit with Nipmuc  students on Monday, September 30 at 8:30.  Sign up in guidance if you are interested in learning more about these schools.

CollegeWeekLive is hosting Service Academy Day presented by USAA on Wednesday, September 25 at 2:00 p.m.  Please make every effort to attend.  It's a great opportunity for you to learn about the admissions process, talk with current college students, and prepare to get into your college of choice.  It's easy to do:
        1.  Sign up at www.collegeweeklive.com
         2.  Login at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 25th

ATTENTION SOPHOMORES AND JUNIORS:  It is now time to register to take the PSAT scheduled for Wednesday, October 16^th at 7:30 a.m.  The registration fee for sophomores is being paid by the MMSI Grant.  The registration fee for juniors is $25 cash or check made payable to Nipmuc Regional High School and deadline to register is Thursday, October 10. 

Attention Juniors and Seniors:  If you are currently serving in an elected or appointed position representing the student body, you are eligible to apply for the U.S. Senate Youth Scholarship Program.  The deadline to register for the qualifying exam is October 4^th.  More details about this scholarship program can be found on the Nipmuc guidance blog. 

 Any junior or senior interested in taking the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) exam 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. 

 Are you looking for community service hours? Hopedale’s Oktoberfest Committee is looking for volunteers.  For more details, please see Mrs. Moore in the Guidance Office.

 

College Planning Presentation

Many thanks to guidance counselors Allison McNamara and Meredith Hefez for their presentation to seniors this morning on the college planning process. Students and parents can review today's presentation by visiting the Nipmuc Guidance Blog.

Check in regularly with the blog for updates about Nipmuc guidance. If you prefer, you can sign up to be notified each time the blog is updated.

Weekly Announcements September 16 - 20, 2013

Morning Announcements


Mrs. Field's Forensic Science class should stop by room 120 as soon as possible to pick up a field trip permission form.

Needed - 6 volunteers to help at the Run Around Hopkinton Relay on Sunday, October 6th.  Please sign up in Mrs. Kyrka's room 217.
Attention Sophomores.  A representative from Herff Jones will be at Nipmuc on Wednesday, 9/18, and Thursday, 9/19, from 6-8 p.m. to speak to parents about class rings.  Stop by the media center with your parents to learn more information.

Any senior who did not attend the class meeting on Friday, 9/13, should see Mrs. Linehan as soon as possible about important graduation information.

Attention Nipmuc!  Homecoming weekend is September 27 & 28.  The bonfire is scheduled for Friday, 9/27, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. and the dance on Saturday, 9/28, from 7:00-10:00 p.m.  Ticket sales begin Wednesday, 9/18.  Tickets will be sold at both breaks in the cafeteria.  Bonfire ticket is $3, dance ticket is $14 or purchase both tickets for $16.  Hope to see everyone there!

National Honor Society students will be offering tutoring in most math, science, English, and world language classes starting in early October.  Tutoring is held Monday through Thursday in the media center from 2:00 - 3:20 p.m.  A schedule of tutoring sessions for all subjects will be posted on the bulletin board in the media center. 

Any student looking for National Honor Society service hours should see Mr. Leaver.

For the first time, Nipmuc will be co-oping with Northbridge High School this winter in swimming and wrestling. Any students interested in either sport should see Mr. Leaver for more information as soon as possible.

Guidance Department Announcements

Congratulations to Laura Ng who has been selected by the Class of 2014 as Nipmuc's Good Citizen sponsored by the Daughters of the American Revolution.

 

A representative from The Culinary Institute of America will visit Nipmuc on Thursday, September 26 at 1:30 and an admissions counselor from Wheaton College will hold an information session on Friday, September 27 at 10:30.  Sign up in guidance if you are interested in learning more about these schools.

 

CollegeWeekLive is hosting Service Academy Day presented by USAA on Wednesday, September 25, 2013 at 2:00 p.m.  Please make every effort to attend.  It's a great opportunity for you to learn about the admissions process, talk with current college students, and prepare to get into your college of choice.  It's easy to do:
     1.  Sign up a www.collegeweeklive.com
     2.  Login at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, September 25, 2013

Whitinsville Christian High School will host a Christian College Fair on Tuesday, October 1 from 7:00-9:00 p.m.

ATTENTION SOPHOMORES AND JUNIORS:  It is now time to register to take the PSAT scheduled for Wednesday, October 16^th at 7:30 a.m.  All sophomores should register with Mrs. Moore to take the PSAT and pick up a study booklet.  The registration fee for sophomores is being paid by the MMSI Grant.  The registration fee for juniors is $25 cash or check made payable to Nipmuc Regional High School and deadline to register is Thursday, October 10. 

An Upton Resident is looking for a babysitter Wednesday afternoons for approximately 2 hours.  Please see Mrs. Moore in the guidance office for more details about this part time opportunity. 

Are you looking for community service hours?  Hopedale’s Oktoberfest Committee is looking for volunteers.  For more details, please see Mrs. Moore in the Guidance Office.

Attention Seniors:  If you did not return your completed pink Parent Brag Sheet and Yellow College Information Sheet to your guidance counselor before the summer break, please complete them now so that your counselor can write your college letter of recommendation.

Students are reminded to check out the Guidance Blog for up-to-date information on college open houses, scholarships and general guidance announcements.