
Miscoe Hill News
March 26th, 2020
An update...
"Let's remember that learning and teaching online is not only about creating and sharing assignments online. It's also about human interactions.”- Nellie Deutsch, Ed.D
During these challenging and unprecedented times, it is important to know that there are many resources available to help you navigate and you are not alone! Teachers and staff are available via email and we will continue doing our best to maintain connected.
A great resource, the newly created MURSD Extended Learning website is a great tool to find answers to frequently asked questions and resources to promote student learning when school is not in session.
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Spring Conferences
Parent and teacher conferences have been postponed indefinitely. However, as with any inquiry regarding your child's progress, teachers will respond in a timely manner to inquiries shared via email. We thank you for your continued partnership around your child's growth.
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8th Grade Students: 2020-2021 Nipmuc Course Selection
Information about all Nipmuc courses can be found on the Program of Studies website. Additional information regarding course registration and scheduling can be found on the Nipmuc Showcase website. If you have any questions about courses, level, or are having issues selecting a course for Nipmuc, please email the Nipmuc counselors at: atowne@mursd.org, kswenson@mursd.org, mhefez@mursd.org.
**Please note that the website will not let you submit your request until you have followed all instructions and answered all questions appropriately.
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Miscoe Hill Student Council: 15 Tips for Staying Busy
- Go for a Walk!
Get some fresh air and go on a walk around your neighborhood. Bring you earbuds and listen to your favorite songs.
- Learn a New Skill!
You have the time so go learn that thing that you have always wanted to learn.
- Play a Game with your Family!
It can be a board game or a video game. You can even make a tournament out of it.
- Bake!
I bet your family would be thrilled if you made a nice warm cake, or pie, or cookies, or really anything!
- Organize or Clean!
It might not be the most fun but it makes you feel better when it’s done. Go organize your closet, desk, or room.
- Do Yoga or Meditate!
It’s a stressful time so let out the stress and do something healthy at the same time.
- Draw or Craft!
Make something for your friends when you get back to school. I bet they will love it.
- Read a Book!
Book lovers this 3 week period will give you time to catch up on your reading. Go outside and read for some fresh air too.
- Have a Movie Marathon!
Grab some popcorn, candy, and a blanket. Watch new movies, favorite movies, or a series you’ve been dying to watch.
- Work Out!
We've mentioned walking and yoga but you can also grab some weights or do some pushups.
- Go on a Bike Ride!
You don’t have to go far. Just bike around your neighborhood or even just circle your house.
- Journal!
This is a historic time so if you like to write, your stories could be famous one day.
- Make a new Playlist!
Got any new songs that you have been listening to? Make a playlist and share it with your friends.
- Make a Fort!
All you need is some pillows, blankets, and chairs. Make a huge fort in your basement and watch movies all night!
- Make a Vlog!
Again, this is a historic time so let the world know what you are doing everyday! If you don’t want to Vlog you can Blog instead.
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ANDES AND AMAZON ADVENTURE 2021 - ENROLLING NOW!
Highlights of this trip include: standing on the equator, hiking through the Amazon Rainforest, river tubing, El Pailon Del Diablo waterfall excursion, visiting an animal rescue center, white water rafting, zip-lining through the jungle (NEW this year!), visiting with the indigenous Kichwa people, soaking in thermal hot springs, volunteering at a local school, and MORE!
Information about the trip can be viewed HERE. Students that are currently in the 6th and 7th grade are eligible to attend. We will be traveling over the April 2021 School Vacation. Please direct any questions to Miss Holloway at lholloway@mursd.org or view our website HERE.