Navigating screen time & online safety can be tricky. That’s why we created the GDRSD Online Safety Hub—a resource to help manage tech use! Check out Creating a Screen Routine, Building a Family Tech Agreement & more! | https://gdrsd.onlinesafetyhub.io
7 months ago, Luke Callahan, Ed.D.
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The January edition of Groton-Dunstable School News is here! Check out important updates and information from the GDRSD School Committee: https://secure.smore.com/n/g1dsa
7 months ago, Abbie Dougherty
GD School News January 2025
Shoutout to Mrs. Wendy Kelly for leading a fun hands-on challenge in the Innovation Lab! 🏈 Students teamed up to design and build creative field goal posts using only paper footballs and specific materials. Innovation + teamwork = success! #InnovationLab
7 months ago, Luke Callahan, Ed.D.
field goal posts
students working on the challenge
another field goal post
Check out this month's Staff Spotlight from the GDRSD School Committee! Watch the video shared here - https://reflect-thegrotonchannel.cablecast.tv/CablecastPublicSite/show/11346?site=1
7 months ago, Abbie Dougherty
January 2025 Staff Spotlight
🌟 GDRMS 8th graders had the incredible opportunity to hear from former pro basketball player and wellness advocate Chris Herren! 🙌 Since 2009, Chris has inspired over 2 million people by sharing his powerful story and sparking honest conversations about substance use prevention and wellness. His message truly resonated with our students—thank you, Chris, for making an impact! 💬✨ #GDRMS #ChrisHerren #Wellness #SubstanceUsePrevention
7 months ago, Luke Callahan, Ed.D.
chris speaks to GDRMS students.
🎨✨ Making Their Mark! Our talented middle school art teachers created an incredible collaborative mural, "Make Your Own Mark," where every student can leave their creative touch! 🌟 Here's a snapshot of one student adding their unique mark to this beautiful masterpiece. This project highlights the power of teamwork, individuality, and the joy of creating together. ❤️🖌️ #CreativeCommunity #MiddleSchoolArt #MakeYourMark #StudentArt
7 months ago, Luke Callahan, Ed.D.
student adding their mark to the mural
make your own mark sign
Linda Price from Minding Your Mind gave an all-district PD, focusing on breaking the stigma around mental health & prevention through education. We proudly used our new audio system in the PAC to ensure the message reached every attendee loud and clear! 🧠#MentalHealthAwareness
7 months ago, Luke Callahan, Ed.D.
Linda Price speaking in the PAC
Linda Price speaking in the PAC
new sound board
Dear Groton Community, On behalf of the Town of Groton Opioid Working Group, please take a few minutes to complete this survey on how to use allotted funds to support the Groton community: https://forms.office.com/r/57zHjXG5fc
7 months ago, Abbie Dougherty
Nice job Nora, GDRSD Superintendent for the day! She participated in a leadership meeting, toured the new FloRo, checked in on classes in the north building and helped out in central office!
7 months ago, Geoff Bruno
Superintendent for the day
🎥✨ Don’t miss this month’s Staff Spotlight from the GDRSD School Committee! See the incredible work of our amazing teachers in action—check out the video here: https://reflect-thegrotonchannel.cablecast.tv/CablecastPublicSite/show/11292?site=1 #GDRSDProud #StaffSpotlight
8 months ago, GDRSD
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Our GDRHS Chamber Choir performing for elementary school students at Florence Roche!
8 months ago, Geoff Bruno
Chamber Choir at Florence Roche
During a fun and interactive lesson, Florence Roche's teacher, Mrs. Marcia Cragg, guided her first-grade students in identifying and exploring individual sounds! 🎉📚✨
9 months ago, Luke Callahan, Ed.D.
students reviewing words...
📢 Groton-Dunstable School News is here! 📰 Stay informed with the November 2024 Newsletter by the GDRSD School Committee. Check it out: https://secure.smore.com/n/1y05a | #GDRSD #SchoolCommittee #gdrsdchat
9 months ago, GDRSD
This week, we're proud to feature "The Life Cycle" by Michael C. (25)! His captivating painting explores powerful contrasts that, in his words, "capture the nature of pressing questions in life." Michael's piece invites viewers to reflect and ask questions about their own journeys. Incredible work, Michael! 👏✨ #ArtWorkOfTheWeek #GDRHSArt #StudentTalent
9 months ago, Luke Callahan, Ed.D.
Michael's painting
A huge shoutout to Ella B. ('28) for her amazing piece, "12 Hour Doodle," created in Mr. O'Connor's Design I class! 🎨✍️ Ella spent hours bringing her creative vision to life, showing dedication and skill. Her work is a testament to the talent we have at Groton-Dunstable. Way to go, Ella! 👏 #GDRHSSpotlight #StudentCreativity #Design
10 months ago, Luke Callahan, Ed.D.
Ella B. artwork
🍅 In one of our final sessions, GDRHS assistant principal Rick Arena is showing staff how to make a fresh, delicious tomato sauce from scratch. Move over, Ragu—his sauce is the real deal! 🍝 What a great way to wrap up our series with a lesson in flavor and teamwork.
10 months ago, Luke Callahan, Ed.D.
Rick shares his sauce secrets
class listens to Rick
A fantastic day of growth and learning at today’s professional development! Our teachers have energized each other with new ideas and ready to bring even more to our classrooms. Here’s to building a stronger community together!
10 months ago, Luke Callahan, Ed.D.
teachers listening
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ai presentation
🎶 Starting the day on a high note! The talented GDRHS chamber choir set the tone for an inspiring professional development day with a beautiful performance. Thank you to our musicians for sharing their voices and bringing us together! #gdrsdchat #MusicMatters #ChamberChoir
10 months ago, Luke Callahan, Ed.D.
students singing
audience listens to students singing
🎃👻 Halloween spirit is strong at GDRSD! Shoutout to Kristy Coletti, Dr. Geoff Bruno, and Nicole Stone for rocking the "rock, paper, scissors" trio costume! 🎸✂️📝 Have a spooky and safe Halloween, everyone! #GDRSD #HalloweenFun
10 months ago, Luke Callahan, Ed.D.
te4achers dressed up for halloween
🎭 Get ready for an unforgettable night of theater! 🎭 Join us on November 1st and 2nd as the GD Players bring One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest to life in the Black Box Theater. Watch Randle P. McMurphy’s battle with Nurse Ratched unfold in this gripping adaptation of Ken Kesey’s classic novel. Sneak peek of the stage below! 👀 🕑 Showtimes: November 1 @ 7 PM November 2 @ 2 PM & 7 PM Don’t miss out on this powerful production! #GDPlayers #FallPlay #CuckoosNest #TheaterNight
10 months ago, Luke Callahan, Ed.D.
students on stage
students on stage
sneak peek of the play stage in the black box