IMPORTANT UPCOMING DATES:
Friday, February 6th - Early Release (10:50)
February 16th-20th - February Break
Friday, February 27th - Mid-Point of Term 3
Friday, March 27th - Parent Conference/Early Release (10:50)
PRINCIPAL MESSAGE
The Girls Basketball team made the Clark tournament, our first Musical in many years, Little Shop of Horrors, rehearsals are up and running and semester II is underway! The only thing that hasn’t really changed is the cold temperature.
The snow has remained mostly white and that blanket which adds so much to the scenery as I travel through the backroads of Groton & Dunstable. I am grateful to live in New England because of the opportunity to appreciate the four seasons but also have been blessed with cheering on the Patriots in the SuperBowl once again.
In the winter doldrums, we try to look for those little nuggets that recharge our batteries or put a smile on our faces. The home team in the SuperBowl and the Winter Olympics can do that. Watching students on a court, ice, mat, stage, studio or even just congregating after school in the commons, serve as positive examples that make up the high school experience and also lifts our spirits. For the teachers and staff, we had our monthly faculty meeting Wednesday and also had a half day of professional development Friday. Katie Novak, a parent of three students currently at GD and “a seasoned educator, global keynote speaker, instructor at the University of Pennsylvania, and a leading voice in Universal Design for Learning and MTSS” (Novak Education) volunteered to share her expertise with us. The excitement she has generated around teaching all students has already begun to add value as teachers look to improve strategies in the classroom. Thanks to Katie and our staff for upping our game in providing an engaging experience for our students.
There were lots of students and staff wearing Patriots gear or Red, White + Blue for the Opening of the Olympics. It’s a great way to Kick Off our last week before vacation.
Go Pats!!
We are GD!!
Rick Arena
ATHLETIC NEWS Subject: Spring Athletic Registration
Spring athletic registration is now open. All students who are interested in trying out for or participating in a spring sport must be fully registered before the start of the season. Please note that any outstanding user fees from a previous season or school year must be paid in full for a student to be eligible to participate in spring athletics. If a balance remains unpaid, the student will not be cleared for participation. We kindly ask that all payments be submitted as soon as possible to avoid any delays or eligibility issues. Thank you for your cooperation and support of our athletic programs.
Sincerely,
Matthew Ricard
Director of Athletics
HS STUDENT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED - GROTONFEST SPRING FESTIVAL
If any high school students are interested in volunteering at the GrotonFest Spring Festival on Sunday, May 17th, they are in need of volunteers to assist vendors with unloading / loading up their items. There are two shifts available: Morning from 7:45-10:45am and Afternoon from 3:45-5:30pm
They would appreciate any help! To RSVP or with questions:
Jennifer Moore | Event Coordinator | GrotonFest
ATTENTION SENIORS!!!!
Graduation is fast approaching, if you have not ordered your Cap & Gown or verified your legal name for your diploma please do so now!!
DIPLOMAS: A form was sent to all seniors about how you would like your name to appear on your diploma and how you would like it announced at graduation. If you have not done so, please be sure to complete that as soon as possible. Click here for link.
CAP & GOWN: In order to participate in graduation, you must wear a cap and gown. Order by January 30th to avoid late fees. All that is required for graduation is the cap, gown and tassel, that is the Graduation Kit and is $34.25. CLICK HERE to order your Cap & Gown and other graduation accessories.
Questions? Call us at (888) 248-9084 or Email us at jostens@scholasticsolutions.net
SCHOLARSHIPS: Scholarships are arriving. They can be found in your Naviance account or on the Guidance Website. Check back often because new ones arrive daily.
GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT NEWS
Junior & Parent/Guardian College Information Night
Thursday, February 26th * 6:00 - 7:00 pm
High School Black Box
The Guidance Department will be hosting a college night for junior parents / guardians (students are welcome to attend as well). They will provide a general overview of the college process / timeline.
BAE Systems’ FOCUS (Fostering Opportunities and Careers Using Stem) is currently accepting applications from high school students interested in participating in the Spring 2026 session.
The application deadline FOCUS is on February 9th.
FOCUS details:
Dates: April 1 through June 10, 2026
Time: Wednesdays from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Location: Nashua Canal Street facility
Eligibility: High school students (grades 9-12)
Regular Application link: https://app.tallo.com/talent/job/8d4fc33e-8a10-4d09-b703-a2e7c30f143c
Mentor Application Link: https://app.tallo.com/talent/job/d123f73d-7994-4d00-8dbb-d42123e148e3
To be eligible for mentoring, the applicant student must have completed a FOCUS session as a non-mentor.
Website: www.baesystems.com/focus
If you have questions, please reach out to the FOCUS team at focus.nashua@baesystems.com
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