Miscoe Hill Newsletter
August 24, 2026
Dear Miscoe Families,
We hope you are all enjoying the home stretch of summer! We are excited to welcome our students back for the 2026-2027 school year. Everything that you need to be prepared for the start of the school year is included in this newsletter!
Miscoe has been buzzing with construction activity all summer long. Crews have been working around the clock to install and wax new floors, complete student bathroom renovations, and test our new intercom system. Teams are finalizing cleaning and tackling punch-list items this week. Ongoing construction requires a few extra days to ensure the building is completely safe, clean, and ready for students next week. As a result, we have adjusted our welcome back event schedule:
Rescheduled Welcome Back Events
New Date: All events originally scheduled for Wednesday, August 27th have been moved to Monday, August 31st.
New Student Tours (Grades 6-8)
When: Monday, August 31st | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Details: If your student is in grades 6-8 and new to Miscoe, join us for a guided tour to get familiar with the school!
5th Grade Summer Social
When: Monday, August 31st | 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Details: Incoming 5th graders are invited to meet their peers, explore the school, and kick off the year with some fun! Parents and caregivers may drop students off at 3:00 PM and return at 4:00 PM for pickup. Students should meet Ms. Corron and Mr. Cuomo in the auditorium. A special thank you to the Miscoe Hill PTO for supporting this event!
We appreciate your patience and flexibility as we put the final touches on our school. We look forward to welcoming all students back to school on September 2nd, 2026!
Fall Sports Informational Night
Monday, August 24 at 6:30pm
Location: Nipmuc Auditorium
Parents/ caregivers and student-athletes are invited to attend the fall sports informational night. The evening will begin with a meeting with the Athletic Directors, followed by time for parents and athletes to meet with their individual coaches.
We hope to see you there!
Miscoe Hill Fall Sports Registration
Registration for the 2026-2027 school year is now open.
Fall sports offered at Miscoe Hill include:
- Cross Country (Grades 5–8)
- Field Hockey (Grades 6–8)
- Boys Soccer (Grades 7–8)
- Girls Soccer (Grades 7–8)
- Volleyball (Grades 7–8)
Please click here to register.
Registration Fee Information:
At this time, please only submit the registration fee for Cross Country. Fees for all other fall sports should be paid only after team rosters have been finalized.
Nipmuc Fall Sports Opportunities
Some students have the option to participate in fall sports through Nipmuc instead of Miscoe Hill.
Nipmuc fall sports opportunities include:
- Cross Country (Grades 7–8)
- Field Hockey (Grade 8)
- Girls Soccer (Grade 8)
Students who choose to participate through Nipmuc must register through Nipmuc and will participate as part of the Nipmuc team. Students who choose to participate through Miscoe Hill should complete registration through Miscoe Hill.
Registration Deadlines:
Important Reminder
Students must have an up-to-date physical examination on file in order to participate.
Questions? Please contact Scott Glassman at sglassman@mursd.org.
If your student will be attending a different school for the 26-27 school year please notify the main office as soon as possible so we can ensure a smooth transition and transfer of records.
How to complete the process:
- Complete a Record Release Form
- Email the completed Record Release Form to Miscoe Main Office at your earliest convenience.
Bus routes are now available on our District Transportation page. Be sure you're on the Miscoe Hill MS tab.
These times may change due to your buses' loading order and adjustments that need to be made. Please allow at least a ten minute window. Thank you for understanding.
If you have any questions please call Tellstone at 508-381-3946.
When our teachers are out, our substitute teachers help keep the day running smoothly. If you're looking for a flexible way to make a difference in our school community, we'd love to have you join our pack.
Substitute Teachers Needed
- Start Date: September 2, 2026
- Schedule: As-needed, on-call
- Pay: $110 per day
To be considered, please submit your application, resume, completed CORI form, and fingerprint results. Find out how to apply here or apply here.
Know someone who would be a great fit? Please share this opportunity! For more information, view our employment opportunities or contact Heather Korpi in the District Office.
Mark Your Calendars: First day of school is Wednesday, September 2, 2026.
Dear Families of Incoming 5th and 7th Graders,
As we prepare for the start of the 2026–2027 school year, the health office would like to remind you of important medical requirements mandated by Massachusetts State Law and school health guidelines.
📋 For All Incoming 5th Graders:
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An updated physical exam (dated within the past 13 months) is required.
💉 For All Incoming 7th Graders:
Massachusetts State Law requires the following immunizations for students entering 7th grade:
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Measles/Mumps/Rubella (MMR) – 2 doses
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Tetanus Booster (Td or Tdap) – 1 booster if it has been 5 years since the last tetanus shot
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Varicella (Chickenpox) – 2 doses if no previous immunity is documented
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Hepatitis B – 3 doses
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Meningococcal Vaccine – 1 dose
💉 Recommended but not required for 7th graders:
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Hepatitis A – 2 doses
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HPV – 3 doses
Now is a great time to speak with your student’s pediatrician about their immunization status.
📨 Submitting Documentation & Questions:
Documentation and any questions can be emailed to gfarquharson@mursd.org.
You may also fax immunization records to 508-634-1576.
*Documentation of required vaccines must be on file in the health office before the first day of the 2026-2027 school year
Thank you,
Gail Farquharson RN
- Monday, August 24- Miscoe Fall Sports Informational Night
- Monday, August 24- School Committee Meeting
- Monday, August 31- New Student Tours
- Monday, August 31- 5th Grade Popsicle Social
- Wednesday, September 2- First Day of School
- Friday, September 4- No School, Labor Day Recess
- Monday, September 7- No School, Labor Day
- Wednesday, September 9 - PTO Meeting
- Monday, September 14- School Committee Meeting
- Wednesday, September 16- Open House, Grades 5 &6
- Thursday, September 17- Open House, Grade 7 & 8
- Friday, September 18- No School, Full Teacher PD
- Friday, October 2- Picture Day
- Wednesday, October 7- PTO Meeting
- Friday, October 9- Early Release, Teacher PD
- Monday, October 12- No School, Indigenious People's Day
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