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Please click here to view Dr. Cohen's January 26th letter to parents/guardians that outlines the updated MURSD COVID-19 testing program. Please reach out to Leslie McInnis, RN, with any questions at lmcinnis@mursd.org or 508-529-2143.

On Wednesday during advisory, all students will participate in a brief refresher training in which advisors will review safety protocols including evacuation, stay-in-place, and lockdown. Rather than run actual drills which would be challenging due to health guidelines, teachers will discuss scenarios, review plans, and answer students' questions.

The Inspired Learning Day scheduled for February 16 is postponed until March 17. We know how much students get excited about this day and want to be sure that we have enough sessions and community partners to host a day that is not only aligned with student interests but also connects them with professionals that can provide authentic experiences to our students.

We are still in search of community partners that are willing to be a part of our day. If you are interested in joining us at Nipmuc to share your expertise or are willing to host students at your place of employment, please let us know. You can find a list of potential sessions and/or sign up to host a session here. Sessions can be scheduled as ½ day or full day. Interested in learning more before you sign up, please reach out to Leigh-ann Miklavic at lmiklavic@mursd.org.

Nipmuc Student Council will be selling Valentine’s Day candies beginning today February 7 through Friday February 11 for $1 each. Students can purchase a ring pop or chocolate and send a note to a classmate. The Valentine’s Day candies will be delivered first block on Monday, February 14th. We encourage students to wear pink or red that day as a fun way to unite students and promote school spirit!

Student Council is also hosting a Paint Night here at Nipmuc on Wednesday, February 16 from 6-8 pm. This event is open to all MURSD community members, including parents, friends, and students from the district. Small canvases are $10 and large canvases are $15. All payments will be due in cash at the door and a bake sale will be running during the event. RSVP is highly encouraged to ensure a spot, as the attendee limit is set at 75 people to allow for social distancing. You can RSVP to the event here. If you have questions please email abeatrice@mursd.org.

Join the school counselors on Zoom on Wednesday, February 16 from 6:00pm to 7:00pm for a presentation on Beginning the College Search Process. Over the past week, counselors met with juniors to give them the same information. Topics include how to search for colleges in Naviance, determining reach and safety schools, SAT/ACT testing timelines, and more. For more information please reach out to Anna Young at ayoung@mursd.org.

You can join the Zoom session here.

The ASVAB, or Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery exam, is offered to students who are interested in learning about their vocational aptitudes. The ASVAB is a timed multi-aptitude test that helps to determine which jobs would be best for you. Taking this exam does not mean that you have to make any commitment to join the military. The exam will take place on April 13, 2022 during the school day. If you are interested in taking the ASVAB exam, please email Leigh-ann Miklavic at lmiklavic@mursd.org.

For more information on the ASVAB, please visit the website here.

Looking for part time employment? Home from college? Nipmuc Regional High School is looking for substitute teachers through the remainder of this school year. Please email Amy Buzzell (abuzzell@mursd.org), Administrative Assistant to the Co-Principals, if you are interested.

Join Ms. Ayers and other Nipmuc faculty on a STEM-focussed tour of Belize during February break of 2023! This 8-day all-inclusive trip is open to any current 8th-11th graders. Explore coastal biodiversity and conservation efforts, zipline through a rainforest, create your own tortillas from scratch, meet with sustainable farmers, learn from local biologists, and so much more! And, you can even get college credit! Risk-free enrollment is open until April 1st.

There will be an informational meeting at 7:00pm on Tuesday, February 8th on Zoom!

Learn more about the session and sign up here.

Access the meeting link here.

Spanish Immersion students in Advanced Conversational Spanish embarked on a deep dive into the life and works of the enigmatic Mexican artist, Frida Kahlo. Through class discussion and debate, students researched Frida Kahlo’s role in Mexican culture and explored her rise as an artistic icon. In conjunction with the art department, each student learned about and employed several unique artistic tools and techniques to replicate a piece of Kahlo’s artwork.

Last week, senior Carly O'Connell showcased smart and fun choreography as the cast of "The Addams Family" learned the first big number. With the music direction of Ms. Simmonds, this spring musical is sure to please audiences. The performance is slated for March 25-27. Stay tuned for more information.

Are you crafty? Do you have some extra time in the afternoons? This is a big show and the drama guild could use your help. For more information please contact the Nipmuc Drama Director, Ms. Tam Johnson at tjohnson@mursd.org