Thank you to all of the GDRSD teachers, staff and students who made our Autism Acceptance Week a success! Thank ou to SEPAC for your partnership and comprehensive resources!
Within the week, high school and middle school World of Difference leaders led read aloud discussions in elementary classrooms at Florence Roche and Swallow Union. WoD leaders chose books to introduce and review neurodiversity, many of which featured a Autistic characters in every day situations.
Elementary Trimester 2 Report Cards have been posted to the Portal.
Message from Dr. Chesson: After speaking with our maintenance staff and observing conditions on side roads and Chicopee Row Groton Dunstable Regional Scholl District will have a two hour delay today. We will continue to monitor the conditions but it appears now that all roads and school parking lots will be ready then.
Celebrating World Autism Acceptance Day and Autism Acceptance Month
“ America was founded on the idea that all people are created equal and deserve to be treated equally throughout their lives. Today, we champion the equal rights and dignity of the millions of Americans on the autism spectrum, and we celebrate the immense contributions of all neurodiverse people, whose perspectives and experiences make America a richer Nation.”
https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/04/01/a-proclamation-on-world-autism-awareness-day-2024/
#SpreadTheWordInclusion
🚧 Exciting Update Alert! 🚧 Take a sneak peek at the incredible progress at the Florence Roche Elementary School! 🏫✨ Make sure to review progress renderings from Studio G Architects, who have provided an exceptional vision and expertise in bringing this project to life! Visit this link: https://5il.co/2hhvy. A special thanks to LeftField for the aerial drone photos!
Wishing GDRSD families a blessed Ramadan filled with peace, prosperity, and happiness!
GDRSD will be administering the Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS) to students in Grades 6 and 8 on Wednesday, March 20th, and Grades 9 to 12 on Thursday, March 21st.
This anonymous and voluntary survey collects information regarding at-risk behaviors. Data from the surveys will be compiled to assist the District in planning future health and wellness initiatives.
For more information about the survey, please review the YRBS letter and FAQs at: https://5il.co/2g9dj
The YRBS letter can also be found in the Documents folder of the district webpage under 'Parent Resources'.
March 6th was Spread the Word Day, a day designated to “showcasing the impact of inclusive language and actions so that the discrimination of people with intellectual disabilities can come to an end.” Spread the Word Day is run by the organization Spread the Word, which is “part of Special Olympics and supported by Best Buddies." Our middle school and high school hosted a pledge event during lunches, enabling both students and staff to sign banners pleding a committment to spreading inclusion. Through actions in our day to day lives we can show our committment to inclusion of all.
Are you interested in the future of Groton and Dunstable? Join us TONIGHT for the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Forums at the Groton Senior Center! We will present, review, and answer questions on the proposed budgets for the Town of Groton, the Town of Dunstable, and the Groton Dunstable Regional School District.
As both towns face substantial budget deficits in FY25, we especially need your input. These forums allow residents to voice their opinions, ask questions, and better understand the budgetary plans for the upcoming fiscal year. Your participation is crucial in shaping the future! 💡
Are you interested in the future of Groton and Dunstable? Join us for the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Forums on Wednesday, March 6th, at 7:00 p.m. at the Groton Senior Center, where we will present, review, and answer questions 💬 on the proposed budgets for the Town of Groton, the Town of Dunstable, and the Groton Dunstable Regional School District.
As both towns face substantial budget deficits in FY25, we especially need your input. These forums allow residents to voice their opinions, ask questions, and gain a deeper understanding of the budgetary plans for the upcoming fiscal year. Your participation is crucial in shaping the future! 💡
Are you interested in the future of Groton and Dunstable? Join us TONIGHT for the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Forums at 7:00 p.m. at Swallow Union Elementary School. We will present, review, and answer questions on the proposed budgets for the Town of Groton, the Town of Dunstable, and the Groton Dunstable Regional School District tonight. 💬
As both towns face substantial budget deficits in FY25, we especially need your input. These forums allow residents to voice their opinions, ask questions, and gain a deeper understanding of the budgetary plans for the upcoming fiscal year. Your participation is crucial in shaping the future! 💡
🛠️ Making Tech Magic Happen! 🌟 Shelley Petricca had the privilege of helping a middle schooler fix their Chromebook hiccup. 💻 Seeing the students' relieved smile reminded us why we love what we do! 🔧💬 #TechSupport #EmpoweringStudents #ProblemSolvers
Are you interested in the future of our Communities? Join us for the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Forums on Tuesday, February 27th, at 7:00 p.m. at Swallow Union Elementary School, where we will present, review, and answer questions on the proposed budgets for the Town of Groton, the Town of Dunstable, and the Groton Dunstable Regional School District.
As both towns face substantial budget deficits in FY25, we especially need your input. These forums allow residents to voice their opinions, ask questions, and gain a deeper understanding of the budgetary plans for the upcoming fiscal year. Your participation is crucial in shaping the future of our Communities.
Good afternoon,
Due to tomorrow's projected weather, Groton Dunstable Regional will be closed on February 13th. All after-school activities are also canceled.
Best regards,
Laura Chesson
Did you know? The most popular webpage on GDRSD.org over the last month is our 'Documents' page. This 'Documents' page can be found under the 'Menu' bar on the main page as well as here: https://www.gdrsd.org/documents
Please check our recently updated FY2025 budgeting materials, located on the main page of GDRSD.org! We aim for transparency and accountability throughout this important budgeting process! Please join us in shaping the future of our schools! 🏫 | Visit https://www.gdrsd.org for more!
🌟 Reminder 🌟 The GDRSD District Event page can view all school calendars simultaneously! You can build a custom calendar using the checkboxes by selecting precisely what you need! Don't forget, for Android, iCAL, and Google Calendar users, you can also subscribe to your favorite school calendar page. Visit the GDRSD Event page by visiting the "Menu" option, then click "Events" for more!
Good evening,
Due to the continued forecast for significant snowfall and deteriorating road conditions, GDRSD will be opening on a two hour delay tomorrow. However, given the lack of clear projections on snow fall and duration of the storm, staff should check for a possible change to cancellation in the morning.
Again, at this time we are going with a two hour delay for Monday, January 30th, however if the snowfall totals, storm timing, and road conditions worsen this may change. Stay safe, Laura
Our Innovation teacher, Mrs. Roy, planned a fantastic icebreaker to start the new semester and build strong relationships with sixth graders. Mrs. Roy used PearDeck to spice up Innovation Lab and Chromebook expectations by diving into some great conversations! #InnovationLabMagic #ChromebookMagic 💻
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