The Common
Hello Nashoba!
On Wednesday, April 12, 2023 I will present to the Nashoba Regional School Committee enrollment data that will inform the committee of the impact school choice participation would have in our school system. The presentation is intended to inform the committee and give them opportunities to ask questions prior to the hearing. I encourage you to watch the upcoming school committee meeting to learn more about school choice and the impact it has on the school system.
As required by M.G.L. c76 s12b, students from any town in the commonwealth may attend a school in a town in which they don’t reside. The process for enrollment consideration is outlined through the “School Choice” program. School districts have the option to withdraw from the school choice program after a public hearing is held. On April 26, 2023 the Nashoba Regional School Committee will conduct a public hearing to consider the question of withdrawing from the school choice program for the 2023-2024 school year. NRSD has voted to withdraw from the school choice program for the last nine years.
Please join us at the public hearing on April 26, 2023 to offer your feedback on school choice. The public hearing will be held via Zoom, the link will be posted on the School Committee tab on the district website 48 hrs prior to the hearing..
I wish you all a wonderful weekend.
Peace,
Kirk Downing
(He/Him)
“Be your best self. Pave your path. Impact the world.”
Great Volunteer/Community Service Opportunity – Spring Vacation Week
Emerson Health is running its 7th Annual Learn-to-Bike Camp during Spring Vacation week: April 17-21 at Lawrence Academy in Groton. During bike camp, more than 40 children with special needs are taught by physical therapists and volunteers how to ride a bike! Each camper requires volunteers to help motivate and spot them as they learn to bike. Camp is an amazing experience for all involved. For students interested in careers in health care, physical, occupational, speech therapies, recreation, athletics, and teaching, this is an extraordinary opportunity to make a life-changing difference for children and network with professionals during camp.
To participate, volunteers must be 14 years or older and able to run around a hockey rink (without ice). Volunteers will:
- Receive training and mentorship during camp from physical therapists
- Help children with special needs learn to ride a bike – a thrilling experience!
- Earn community service hours and receive a free t-shirt. Free parking is available.
To learn more about bike camp, watch this ABC TV news story that features campers and volunteers:
https://abcnews.go.com/US/video/program-helps-kids-special-learn-ride-bikes-54589856
For more information and to register to volunteer, visit: https://icanshine.org/ican-bike-groton-ma/. Scroll down on the webpage to Volunteer Online Registration. Thank you for your interest!
Nashoba Notable Award - Celebrating Everyday Greatness at Nashoba
Celebrating everyday greatness! Is there a Nashoba teacher or staff member out there who you think deserves some special recognition? Send a Nashoba Notable Award their way! Fill out the form below and thank a Nashoba employee today!
Nashoba Notable Awards thank Nashoba employees for supporting students, families, and their school communities in all ways great and small.
Employees will receive a certificate that includes a brief explanation from the nominator of why they are Nashoba Notable. This form is open to everyone. Students, families, staff and community members can send a Nashoba Notable Award to any Nashoba employee.
There is no limit to the number of Nashoba Notable Awards someone may receive. Thank a Nashoba employee today!
