January 17, 2025
Dear Florence Roche Families,
It looks like we will get some new snow over the weekend. The timing of the snowfall has been good so far as it hasn’t impacted our school days. Temperatures are forecasted to drop again, so the potential for indoor recess next week is there. As a reminder, we do go out for recess when the combined temperature and windchill are above 20 degrees. Physical activity and fresh air are certainly beneficial to all. I’m noticing most students are coming prepared for the weather. Thank you for supporting their clothing and outerwear choices during these winter months. Also, don’t forget to have your student check the lost and found in the cafe if they are missing hats and gloves.
Our kindergarten students learned about how the animals in our area survive through these winter months in New England. This enrichment experience provided by the Nashua River Watershed Association is funded through a grant from the Groton Commissioners of Trust.
Unfortunately, these winter months also bring us the cold and flu season. In an effort to keep our school community healthy, our nursing team is sharing the guidelines for a student’s attendance and their return to school after an illness. Please follow this link for the specific guidelines. Important Illness Guidelines
Don’t miss our next Principals’ coffee scheduled for Monday, February 3rd from 9:15-10:00. We have a special guest joining us. Mrs. Dinneen, our math specialist, will be in attendance to share some strategies for supporting math learning at home.
The Spring 2025 MCAS dates for our grades 3 and 4 students are set. Please note these dates on your calendars now so that we can avoid any potential student absence.
2025 MCAS
Grades 3 and 4
4/7 Grade 4 ELA Session 1 | 4/8 Grade 3 ELA Session 1 | 4/9 Grade 4 ELA Session 2 | 4/10 Grade 3 ELA Session 2 | 4/11 |
5/12 Grade 4 Math Session 1 | 5/13 Grade 3 Math Session 1 | 5/14 Grade 4 Math Session 2 | 5/15 Grade 3 Math Session 2 | 5/16 |
The elementary science fair is scheduled for Saturday, March 15th. This year the science fair will be held at the Swallow Union School. Stay tuned for more details coming over the next few weeks.
The Florence Roche musical, Schoolhouse Rock, featuring our 4th grade students and our 3rd grade accompanying choral students is scheduled for shows on March 21st and 22nd. Students are busy with their rehearsals now. I can’t wait to see their performance.
Groton-Dunstable Youth Baseball League
2025 Spring Baseball Registration is OPEN!
The Spring baseball season runs from April to Mid-June.
You can register your player(s) by clicking the link:
https://gdyouthbaseball.sportngin.com/register/form/723246465
Questions can be emailed to gdbaseballleague@gmail.com
We hope you can join us for an amazing spring season of baseball!
Groton Dunstable Youth Softball Registration
Registration for the 2025 Spring Softball season is now open for grades PreK-11! Registration can be found on our website at http://www.gdysl.com
Please contact don@gdysl.com for any questions. We hope to see you this spring!
Groton-Dunstable Family Night at the River Hawks!
February 15th at 6:05pm
Join us for an evening of college hockey on Saturday, February 15th. Watch as the UMass Lowell River Hawks face off against the Northeastern Huskies in a thrilling Hockey East matchup. By purchasing a ticket through this special offer, you’ll also be supporting the G-D Athletic Booster Club.
https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/Grotondunstable70
Enjoy the long weekend!
Brian