Hello Middle School families. I hope you had a wonderful vacation with your family and friends. Happy New Year.
There is a lot happening at the Middle School this January.
We will have two speakers this month.
January 22 Chris Herron is coming in to speak to our 8th grade students. Mr. Herron was a former professional basketball player who has built a community around substance use prevention and recovery. We are very excited to have him. Thank you to the Groton Trust for funding this opportunity.
January 31st, Randy Pierce is coming in to talk with our 7th & 8th grade students. Mr. Pierce is a motivational speaker who was recommended to us last year by a parent. Here is his website: https://futureinsight.org/randypierce
When he speaks, he shares stories of his own experiences and how he has overcome challenges.
Sprint and Hurdle Clinic
This clinic will help athletes learn more about their event (100m/200m/400m/100Hurdles), teach the fundamentals, and get ready for outdoor track season. Run by the Middle School Coaches and GD High School Track Athletes. All proceeds go towards the Middle School Track Program. Register at https://students.arbitersports.com/organizations/groton-dunstable-athletics
Grade 8 Families
Does your child have Ms. Theriault? If they do… we are happy to let you know that Ms. Theriault had her baby girl on December 27th. Covering for Ms. Theriault will be Ms. Freeman. Ms. Freeman just graduated from Fitchburg State College with a Bachelors of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies and a focus on Middle School Science. Ms. Freeman did her student teaching this fall with Ms. Morris in the 6th grade, she has subbed at the middle school during her college years and we are excited to welcome her to the 8th grade team for the remainder of the year. Ms. Theriault will also be sending out an email to her 8th grade families.
A message from our Performing Art Department,
Does your student play an instrument, sing, dance, and like to perform? GDRMS is hosting a student showcase on January 16th at 7:00 PM in the PAC. If your student is interested in performing, please fill out THIS FORM. If you have any questions, email Ms. Stone at estone@gdrsd.org.
After school chorus starts on 1/10, 2:30-3:30. It is open to all 6-8 grade students. This group will perform at the 8th grade concert on 5/27 at 7pm, and at the grades 5-7 concert on 6/3 (while they 8th graders are in DC). Sign up here.
SEPAC, Attention Groton-Dunstable families! Looking for something fun for your middle schooler to do indoors this winter? Special Olympics of MA is running two Unified Sports programs in our area. Unified Sports are not just for kids with disabilities, they are for everyone!
Registration Links:
Unified Bowling - https://littletonma.myrec.com/info/activities/program_details.aspx?ProgramID=30569
Unified Basketball - https://specialolympicsma.jotform.com/232242679408864?program_id=a2BNx000003UvyPMAS&sport_name=Basketball&event_type=Non-Competitive
Grade 8 DC trip,
Your student should have brought home to you a letter with three forms attached (Medical Information, Behavior Contract, and Volunteer Chaperone). The medical information and behavior contract must be completed and returned to school. The chaperone form only needs to be completed if you would like to be considered for a chaperone.
If you have not registered your student, it is not too late. The registration and deposit can be done online at www.capitatours.net
YEARBOOK COVER CONTEST 2025
At least 11x8.5". but can be larger
Leave room for the title text in your design, but do include "2025" somewhere in your image
There is NO theme
Artwork may be created in any material, but must be handmade by you
Bring your completed artwork to room 118 North by 1/10- NO late submissions will be accepted, include your name and grade level
Digital art can be emailed to kfaro@gdrsd.org
Deadline: 1/10
Yearbook Club will be starting on January 16th. Spots are limited so if you are interested in joining please get a registration form in either the North or South office, and return it to Ms. Faro or Ms. Ascione in the north building by 1/7/25. Any questions please email Ms. Faro kfaro@gdrsd.org or Ms. Ascione pascione@gdrsd.org.
School Council
Our next School Council meeting will be January 13th 9, 2:45-3:45 in the south conference room.
Reminders:
A reminder about the bus…. The school can not give permission/or ok students riding another bus. If you would like your child to ride another bus you must either call or email the bus company to see if that is ok. Please know if you do not do this and your child gets on a different bus your child will be brought back to school and you will need to pick them up. Thank you for your cooperation.
Erica Renna
Dee Bus Service, INC
Office (978) 448 - 3322 erenna@deebus.com
A note from GDEF, "Are you looking for a unique way to recognize a Teacher, Administrator, or Other Staff/Community Member for their hard work and impact they’ve had on your child? GDEF Teaching Stars are the perfect gift! They are a great way to say "Thank You" while helping to enrich the schools in the form of a donation to the Groton-Dunstable Education Foundation (GDEF). Certificates are great for showing your gratitude in November or as a holiday gift in December! Learn more here about how to show an educator how much they are appreciated with a Teaching Star: https://www.gdefinc.org/teaching-star."
The Middle School handbook can be found on our Middle School website. Link to Website
Our Core Values:
Ownership, Own your space, Own your learning, Own your behavior.
Awareness, Be aware of yourself and others, Be aware of your surroundings, and Be aware of your impact.
Kindness, Be kind to yourself, Be kind to others, and Be kind to your surroundings.
Important dates.
Teachers update schoolbrains 11/15, 11/29, 12/13,1 /17
Semester End Art show 1/15-1/22
Early Release 1/17
No School 1/20
Quarter 2 Grades Close 1/24
Sincerely your Groton Dunstable Regional Middle School Principal
Wendy Salvatore