IMPORTANT UPCOMING DATES:
Tuesday, April 15th - Term 3 Report Cards published
April 21 - 25 - Spring Break
Friday, May 2nd - Early Release (10:50) District
Friday, May 2nd - Prom 6 - 10 PM at Granite Rose in Hampstead, NH
Wednesday/Thursday, May 21/22 - Senior Finals
Monday, May 26th - No School Memorial Day
Wednesday/Thursday, June 4/4 - Biology MCAS
Friday/Monday, June 13/16 - Finals
Tuesday, June 17th - Last Day of School FINALS MAKE-UPS
Link to school calendar - Calendar 2024 - 2025
TRAFFIC NEWS
Hollis Street/Chicopee Row project. Please use the link below for guidance on detours. This is updated often (as much as weekly) as the project moves forward so check often.
https://www.grotonma.gov/grotonwaterproject/
TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK (MAY 5TH - MAY 9TH)
Thank you to the 25 families who have already donated to make TEACHER APPRECIATION week at the Groton Dunstable regional high school a reality but in order to extend the celebrations all week long we still need additional donations. We have extended the donation collection time to TUESDAY APRIL 15th. Please consider sending in a donation by next Tuesday so that we know what type of funds we have available to work with to pull off a week long of fun surprises for the staff at the high school to show our appreciation for them.
Ways to donate:
1.) send money via paypal: jend5375@aol.com
2.) leave a donation marked in an envelope w/ your name on it and teacher appreciation in the main office with Mrs. Palmacci. Please make checks payable to Jen West
3.) leave a donation at West Auto Repair located at 30 Pleasant St. in Dunstable, MA. Again please mark the envelope w/ your name on it and write teacher appreciation
4.) make a donation via VENMO @margare-Lynch-16
Thank you in advance for your willingness to help us create a week of fun and surprises for the staff at GDRHS.
Jen West & Peggy Lynch/2025 teacher appreciation week volunteers
TOUR OF THE WORLD
Last week the Breakfast Club hosted the 3rd Annual Tour of the World event at the High School. Tour of the World is a three day event that celebrates all the different cultures that are in our school. The last day was dedicated to cultural performances, where students could share any type of performance from their culture in our all school assembly. For this year's performances we had the GD Chamber Choir, the GD Korean Dance Club, a solo performance from Yūta Krajewski, and a game led by Keren Noonan. You can find their performances on the Groton Channel. This was made possible, in part, through a grant from the Groton-Dunstable Educational Foundation, which provided funds for decorations and food.
JULY CAMP SUNSHINE VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
We are still accepting volunteers for the July 2025 Camp Sunshine Volunteer Trip! The trip will run from Monday, July 21 - Friday, July 25. Please be aware that students must be 16 at the time of the trip per Camp Sunshine Policy. Additionally current Seniors cannot participate as they will be graduates of GDRHS by the time of the trip!
Camp Sunshine is a retreat for children with life-threatening illnesses and their families. This camp supports families who have children in various stages of the illness. Its mission is to provide a retreat for the entire family – the ill child, the parents and the siblings. This program is free for the families and is staffed by thousands of volunteers each year. Camp Sunshine is located in Casco, Maine. Students attending this trip will be volunteering as counselors for the week.
Applications must be turned in no later than 2 PM on Friday, May 9th, 2025 Applications should be given to Mrs. Carlozzi in room 105. Applications can be found here or can be found outside room 105. More information regarding the trip can be found in the application. Additional information about Camp Sunshine can be found at their website: www.campsunshine.org and also in this informational video.
If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Kerrie Carlozzi at kcarlozzi@gdrsd.org.
ATTENTION GRADE 9 PARENTS
Groton Dunstable Regional High School will conduct state-mandated postural screenings for Grade 9 students in May and June.
The Postural Screening Program is intended as a supplement to your child’s primary health care. The purpose is to detect signs of spinal curvature at the earliest stages to prevent its progression. Postural screenings are performed annually in grades 5 through 9, the time of the most rapid growth and when signs of spinal curvatures typically appear.
Nurses will conduct these screenings. Students will be screened separately and privacy will be maintained at all times. The screening is a simple 30 second observation of the back with the shirt/top removed. If your child has any unusual findings, you will receive a letter recommending further evaluation by your child’s healthcare provider.
Opt Out: If you DO NOT want your child to participate in the postural screening, or if your child is being monitored by your healthcare provider please opt out using the link below by April 18, 2025.
Please contact the school nurse, Cheryl Shea, cshea@gdrsd.org or 978-448-6362; extension 1018 if you have any questions.
NEWS FROM DECA
The High School DECA club is holding a fundraiser at Chick Fil A in the Pheasant Lane Mall on Wednesday April 16, 2025 from the hours of 5 to 8 PM. Please stop in and when ordering just tell the Chick Fil A team member you are there for our fundraiser. Using the Chick fil-A® App? Just click on Community Cares event and use code 55555. Thank you for supporting Team DECA.
ATHLETIC BOOSTERS NEWS
We’re excited to host our 2nd Annual GD Athletic Boosters Cornhole Tournament to support all the teams in our athletic program! This event is a great opportunity to enjoy friendly competition, connect with fellow supporters, and make a meaningful impact on our athletes.
Date: Saturday, April 12, 2025
Location: GD High School Lacrosse/Field Hockey Field
Time: 12pm
Whether you're a seasoned cornhole player or just looking for a fun way to support our teams, we’d love to have you join us. Every dollar raised goes directly toward providing essential resources for our athletes. Come out, have a great time, and help us make a difference!
Thank you for being part of our athletic community—we truly appreciate your support and look forward to seeing you at the tournament!
ATTENTION SENIORS - IMPORTANT UPDATES
Click here for updated senior information.
Order your 2025 senior yard signs!
Signs are $20 each. They will be available for pick up the week of May 5th at the High School.
ORDER DEADLINE: April 18, 2024 https://forms.gle/xrBuWHZLABJad7Yy8
Payment is via Venmo (@GDABC)
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.
Local Scholarships Misc Scholarships
GUIDANCE DEPARTMENT NEWS
FASFA DAY: The Massachusetts Association of Student Financial Aid Administration (MASFAA) is sponsoring two free online FAFSA Days on Monday, April 14 and Tuesday, April 29, both from 6pm - 7pm. FAFSA Day is a non-profit, volunteer driven program providing free assistance to students and families seeking to complete the FAFSA. Please share this link for more information and to register.