IMPORTANT UPCOMING DATES:
February 9, 2024, Friday - Winter Formal from 7 to 9 PM
February 19 - 23, 2024 - Winter Break
February 27, 2024, Tuesday - Midpoint Term 3
March 22, 2024, Friday - Curriculum Day Early Release (10:50)
March 26/27, 2024, Tuesday/Wednesday - ELA MCAS
A MESSAGE FROM ADMINISTRATION:
Groton Dunstable Expectations for Spectators
Over the past few weeks, we have noticed an increase in negative and unsportsmanlike behaviors from our spectators. We would like to reiterate our expectations for spectators.
- Remember that spectators are at sporting events to support and cheer for our teams and to enjoy the skill and competition our athletes and coaches have worked so hard to develop. Anything directed at the other team, their spectators or the referees takes away from the support our players deserve.
Remember that athletics is an extension of the classroom and serve as a learning experience for our students. Be positive and encourage them to do their BEST!
Praise student-athletes in their attempt to improve themselves as students, as athletes, and as people, just as you would praise a student working in the classroom.
Athletic contests and those participating in them are never perfect. Coaches, players and referees all make mistakes. These all serve as learning experiences and we need to be understanding and supportive of all the people involved.
A ticket is a privilege to observe the contest, not a license to verbally assault others and engage in unsportsmanlike conduct.
Show respect for the opposing players, coaches, spectators and support groups.
Respect the integrity and judgment of game officials. Understand that they are doing their best to help promote the student-athlete, and admire their willingness to participate in full view of the public.
Use only cheers that support and uplift the teams involved.
Be a positive role model at events through your own actions and by censuring those around you whose behavior is unbecoming.
Game officials can ask that school administrators have unruly fans removed from a contest facility.
Parents and spectators should be aware that the school can (and should) remove those engaging in unsportsmanlike conduct from the premises and can prohibit them from attending future contests due to negative behaviors including using profanity, accosting a referee or saying anything negative to a player.
We appreciate your understanding and support. We hope that we can move forward so everyone involved can have a positive experience.
ATHLETIC NEWS - SPRING REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN
Please Note: All Previous User Fee obligations must be paid in order to be eligible to participate in Spring Sports. If not paid, your registration will be canceled.
COLLEGE INFORMATION NIGHT
On Thursday, February 29th, the Groton-Dunstable guidance department will be hosting a college presentation, designed for junior parents and guardians. The presentation will be held at 6pm that evening in the Black Box Theater at the high school. They will discuss beginning the college research process / timeline, standardized testing, and other resources to help you and your students navigate the college application process. We hope to see you there!
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR GROTONFEST SPRING Sunday, May 19th
They are specifically encouraging underclassmen to volunteer, since this event is scheduled for the day after prom. Volunteers will be asked to help vendors carry items to / from their cars at the beginning and end of the event and help ensure that everything is running smoothly during the day.
The available time slots are: 8:00a-12:00p / 11:00a-3:00p / 1:00p-5:00p
They typically need the most help for the morning shift. If anyone has any questions or needs to make a change to their sign-up, they can contact Violet Brier vbrier25@gdrsd.us or Arwa Yahya ayahya25@gdrsd.us:
Here is the link to sign up for a slot:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdbym3lS6UEMbLc5sS_oOEV68jIE_NYsl123wqGHpmFaoHvKQ/viewform
BUY A YEARBOOK AD FOR YOUR SENIOR
Make your senior child's high school experience extra special! Order a senior ad today at GDRHS’s Herff Jones Yearbook Order Center page.
Ad sizes are full-page ad ($400), 1/2-page ad ($250), a 1/4-page ad ($150), or a 1/8-page-ad ($100).
Problems or questions about online services? Contact the yearbook staff at hsyearbook@gdrsd.org
GUIDANCE NEWS:
BAE SYSTEMS FOCUS PROGRAM: BAE Systems will be offering another session of the FOCUS Program beginning in April 2024. FOCUS is an 11-week in person program which provides hands-on experiences in STEM fields to help grow students' interest in technical education and careers.
The program takes place at BAE Systems Nashua Canal Street facility from April 3 through June 12. Students will participate on Wednesday evenings from 6-8 p.m. You can learn more about FOCUS on their website: www.baesystems.com/focus
Students in grades 9 – 12 from schools within a reasonable driving distance from Southern New Hampshire are welcome to apply for the program through March 15, 2024. Their application is hosted on Tallo: https://app.tallo.com/talent/opportunity/view/95eda271-9257-48d5-8a5c-4ede466600fa (note: students will need to create a Tallo profile to apply, this is easy and free and compliant with NH student privacy standards).
Questions may be directed to their program team via focus.nashua@baesystems.com.
MEFA NEWS: Thursday, 2/15, 8:30am - MEFA Webinar - Helping Families Navigate the Challenges and Delays of the new FAFSA
The new 2024-25 FAFSA is open, but some families have experienced difficulty navigating the application process. Join MEFA for their webinar on Thursday, Feb 15th at 8:30 a.m. during which they will review known issues, technical bugs, and workarounds (when available) of the new FAFSA. They will also discuss the impact of the delayed FAFSA launch on financial aid deadlines and the release of financial aid offers, as well as the process of updating and correcting FAFSA data. Register now to reserve your spot.
https://mefa-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_q4BPcgscRPCE95Iu3h1pIw#/registration
Attention Seniors! Scholarships are here. They can be found in your Naviance Account or on the Guidance Website. Check back often, as new scholarships continue to arrive.
GDRHS LOOKING FOR HOST FAMILIES: We are currently looking for Host Families for our International Exchange Student Program for the upcoming 24/25 school year. If you would like more information, please contact Mary Cain at mcain@gdrsd.org.
SEPAC NEWS
