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The Nipmuc Drama Guild is excited for opening night tonight! This weekend's performances of The Wizard of Oz will go on as scheduled and we hope to see you there!
Friday, February 7 - 7pm
Saturday, February 8 - 7pm
Sunday, February 9 - 2pm
The Character Meet & Greet that had been scheduled for 11:30am on Sunday has been moved to after the Sunday performance. Children and families are welcome to come meet the cast and take pictures immediately following the final bows. #nipmucpride
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Last weekend the Nipmuc Model UN club sent one of their largest groups to the Lexington High School Model UN conference. There were over 220 students from the surrounding area in attendance where the students tackled topics from the Falkland Islands Conflict, Inflation Reduction Act to the ban on Tik Tok.
Nipmuc Senior Bridget Klupa and Junior Marria Meshreky both received verbal commendations for their roles in their respective committees and Junior Elle Leet walked away with "Outstanding Delegate" in her committee. Congratulations to everyone involved and to the club officers for all of the preparation leading up to this conference. #nipmucpride
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Ms. Annunziata is hosting her 2nd annual childhood cancer awareness game! Join us at Nipmuc this Friday, January 31, vs Hopedale as we join in solidarity for those impacted. Learn more about the campaign Ms. A and her family are taking part in to help Ava’s best friend, Autumn! Hope to see you there.
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The Nipmuc Drama Guild is hard at work preparing for their upcoming performance of the Wizard of Oz with opening night just 3 weeks away on February 7. Be sure to save the date and check out next week's newsletter with information about purchasing your online ticket early. #nipmucpride
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Just a reminder that tomorrow is an early release day for students and there is no school on Monday in observance of Martin Luther King Day. #nipmucpride
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Save the Date! The yellow brick road will lead you to Nipmuc in February. Stay tuned for more information. #nipmucpride
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Winter sports are well underway. There are plenty of our teams competing next week. Come out and cheer on your favorite Nipmuc team. #nipmucpride
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Happy New Year! We hope you enjoyed the holiday season. We are looking forward to all the opportunities that 2025 will bring. We are also thinking of the Class of 2025 as we begin to countdown to graduation and celebrate our seniors. Looking forward to a memorable 2025. #nipmucpride
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Tonight at 6pm is the Informational Meeting about the trip to Japan that will take place in June of 2026!
Experience the perfect blend of tradition and modernity on a student trip to Japan, exploring vibrant Tokyo, scenic Hakone, historic Takayama, and cultural Kyoto. From iconic landmarks like Shibuya Crossing and Fushimi Inari Taisha to serene ryokan stays and breathtaking views of Mount Fuji. This journey offers unforgettable memories at every turn.
Come to the informational meeting in the Nipmuc auditorium TONIGHT at 6PM to learn more! You can also email Mr. Messick at rmessick@mursd.org for more information.
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In January, we’re starting a series of features about the members of the class of 2025 who created Mastery Learning Records. In this week's feature you can learn and understand what Mastery Learning Records are and how they impact students. The preview video below provides an overview of the Mastery Program in just under 4 minutes. Be sure to check out how Nipmuc is helping students to tell their entire story. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AkpLRy_WsrA&t=5s
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Looking for something fun to do this weekend with the kids? Stop by Nipmuc this Saturday for a great cause and support the Nipmuc Funds 4 Cancer Club while attending the free Winter Wonderland Community Event. #nipmucpride
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This week we featured Nipmuc’s Model UN team as part of our student feature series. Check out the video with Marria Meshreky, Max Fernandes and the club advisor Mr. Moloney to learn more about Model UN. #nipmucpride
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Active Minds is a nonprofit organization that supports mental health awareness and education for young adults. The Nipmuc chapter of Active Minds is a student-led group that works throughout the year to fundraise and create awareness around mental health. Check out the spirit week they will host next week.
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Tonight is the Nipmuc Showcase!
With the excitement of high school on the horizon, all middle school students and families are invited to get a glimpse of the opportunities waiting for them at Nipmuc by visiting the event tonight beginning at 6:30pm.
This will provide the chance to learn about academics, the extensive career-focused opportunities available at our school, student life, and more. Join students, teachers, coaches, and leaders for this event and the chance to get informed and excited about the high school experience!
We look forward to seeing you tonight at 6:30pm. #nipmucpride
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Tonight is the first informational meeting about next year's trip to Italy. This trip includes the biggest highlights of Italian culture and history. Join us as we travel the canals of Venice, admire the art of the Renaissance in Florence, sit front row of the Colosseum, discover the buried city of Pompei and set sail to the beautiful island of Capri. It’s going to be a trip to remember!
Who is eligible to travel?
Any current Sophomore or Junior attending Nipmuc.
When are we traveling?
April 16, 2026-April 24, 2026.
There will be three opportunities to attend an informational meeting:
TONIGHT - December 3rd at 7pm in the Nipmuc PDC.
Monday, December 9th at 7pm at Nipmuc.
Monday, December 16th on zoom. (link to follow)
Contact Ms. Reardon if you have questions at kreardon@mursd.org
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FAST was a success and the turkey was revealed! Mrs. Blackburn received the prestigious honor of wearing the turkey costume and collecting the most feathers. It was a fun day filled with Nipmuc pride and spirit. #nipmucpride
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It's that day! The Battle of Pleasant Street will take to the road, Milford HS at 5:00pm.
Don't forget to purchase your tickets at http://gofan.co
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Preparations are underway for the annual FAST tradition that will take place tomorrow. Faculty and Students Together is always a day that everyone looks forward to. What class will come out on top with a year of bragging rights? What teacher will make their appearance in the turkey costume? Stay tuned.......
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Congratulations to the Girls Varsity Soccer Team for their big win on Friday night capturing the Division 3 State Title! #nipmucpride
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We look forward to welcoming caregivers on Monday and Tuesday next week for conferences. Just a reminder that Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday next week are early release days for students with dismissal at 10:45am. There will be no school on Thursday and Friday for Thanksgiving recess. #nipmucpride
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