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Principal's Pen for May 2017
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Welcome to the final stretch of the school year! Our students are busy with athletics, clubs, and the planning of all the traditional year-end activities. Speaking of being busy, Mrs. Gauvin has been working on her project for the Aspiring Leadership Program. She is leading Nashua Catholic in a Catholic identity self-study program which was just recently developed by the Diocese of Manchester. This spring, Mrs. Gauvin is completing an evaluation tool and compiling evidence in regard to the school's position on 6 standards for Catholic identity. She will help the principal in preparing summative essays in the early summer months. In the fall, Mrs. Gauvin will assist the principal in welcoming an evaluation team for a one day visit. From there, NC will receive commendations and recommendations and it will be a worthy process resulting in the strengthening of our Catholic identity. Look for your parent survey on Catholic identity soon!
May 16 will be a very special and exciting day for all of our NC students. Nashua Catholic will be among 6,000 Kindergarten through 12th grade students, faculty, and staff from 27 Catholic schools. We will gather together with Bishop Peter Libasci to celebrate Catholic education and to consecrate our entire system of Catholic schools to the Blessed Mother at the Delta Dental Stadium in Manchester. Keep us in prayer!
Enjoy the May flowers after all of this rainy weather! May hope guide you to a sunny new tomorrow.
Peace and blessings,
Mrs. McFadden
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An Invitation to All
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Thank you, Volunteers!
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This fine May week is National Teacher Appreciation Week. At Nashua Catholic, our teachers and staff enjoyed a breakfast feast thanks to our amazing parents! Mrs. Laliberte and helpers organized the event. With the help of many talented moms, a fabulous breakfast was enjoyed! Our parents are a huge strength at Nashua Catholic. Thank you!
At the Mass celebrated on May 25th and in the Mom's Prayer Group on May 18th, our Nashua Catholic community will thankfully remember everyone who has supported NC in any way this year. We appreciate all our parents for your help and prayers. It is always a pleasure to have our parents join us for Mass at 9:00A.M
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First Diocese Gala
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 The Diocese of Manchester will be holding their first
Recognizing Excellence Awards Gala
this June.
The award nominees and winners have been announced. Nashua Catholic is excited to congratulate our chaplain, Fr. Chris Martel, of St. John Neumann Parish, as Clergy Member of the Year. Also, Mrs.
Deb Gauvin, 7th grade science teacher , is one of three individuals to be recognized with the Superintendent Award. The following people were nominated this year: Mrs. Glenda McFadden, NC principal, nominated for the 2017 Spirit of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Award. This award recognizes an outstanding leader. Mrs. Suzanne Coker, NC Administrative Assistant, nominated for the Community Partner of the Year. this award recognizes a community member whose gift of time and talent enables Catholic education to thrive.
We encourage our school community to attend this gala celebration and honor our two winning recipients. EventBright is now live to buy tickets for the Gala on
June 22
(
catholicschoolsnh.org/gala
or
catholicnh.org/gala
.) Tickets are $75 and can be purchased individually or in tables of 8 or 10.
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Crowning of Mary Essay Contest
Charlene Amarello, 8th grader, and Caroline Vanderberg, 7th grader at NC, are among the four finalists in the Crowning of Mary Essay Contest.
Congratulations to the five top writers, whose essays revealed a deep personal commitment to Mary and to the grace and mercy that comes with that:
Sadie LaMothe, PMA
Charlene Amarello, Nashua Catholic Regional Junior High School
Caroline Vanderberg, Nashua Catholic Regional Junior High School
Sage Underwood, St. Christopher School
Caroline Graybill, St. Christopher School
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NC Admissions Corner -
Welcome Class of 2019!
New Student Placement Test and Parent Orientation
May 13, 2017
8:30 A.M. - 11:15 A.M.
New students for the fall of 2017, in both the 7th and 8th grades at NC, will sit for our placement test on May 13th. Students should bring a water bottle and a reading book. New parents will be introduced to Nashua Catholic's activities from the present to Parent Night in September. This step-by-step presentation will give you the most current information about our school. Summer Camps and Clinics will be explained, and registration forms will be available that morning.
We are in the process of mailing needed forms to you. These forms should be completed and returned on the 13th with the exception of the Medicine Form if your child needs an epi-pen. Please note that if your child has an epi-pen, there is a diocesan form in addition to a pink Medicine Form that needs to be picked up at Parent Orientation and brought to your doctor. Both forms can be handed in or mailed to NC once signed by the doctor. It's a very full and productive morning for our new families. Parents, we'll have the coffee ready for you at 8:30!
Tours and Student Shadowing arranged at Nashua Catholic by request. We continue to accept new students for the 2017-2018 school year. Our new families are eligible for our "Complete 180" Incentive Program. Sponsor a new family through registration at Nashua Catholic and earn $250. Ask for details in our Admissions Office!
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Bring a Friend to NC Day! Friday, May 26
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Bring a friend, a brother, a sister in grades 5 to 8 for the day or part of the day at Nashua Catholic! It's an out of uniform day for both of you! Registration is a must. Forms for the day are available in the office.
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Our Goal Has Been Reached! Thank You!
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Tickets can still be purchased at NC for this fun event but we have reached our needed goal for the buses.
What?
A Fisher Cats Baseball Game for the whole family
When?
Saturday, June 24th at 7:00 P.M.
Cost?
$12/ticket
Help us join in prayer at this historic event!
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Amazon Smiles Program and NC
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Mother's Day is
Sunday, May 14
. Remember by shopping at
smile.amazon.com
, Amazon will donate to Nashua Catholic Regional Junior High School. Amazon has a large variety of gifts that are perfect for Mother's Day including electronics, jewelry, clothing, and more.
Thank you!!!! and Mom will thank you, too!
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Golfers, volunteers, and sponsors, come on down!
Mark your calendars!
Save the date!
Nashua Catholic's Annual Golf Tournament,
Tuesday, August 1, 2017
Amherst Country Club
Sign up Your Team!
Golfers: Be part of a terrific day of golfing and fun!
The tournament is open to everyone, students included, as long as they are accompanied by
an adult. We are looking for foursome and single players.
Secure your tee sign!
Donate Raffle Items!
Volunteer for a great day!
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Important Dates in Through the School Year End 2017 |
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Happy Mother's Day! - May 14th
May 1 Minecraft Club
May 2 Teacher Appreciation Day Brunch served to our teachers!
May 3 Caritas Christi Team Meeting 3-3:30
May 3 NC Spring Arts Festival 6:30-8:00
May 5 8th Grade Honors Lit. Field Trip to Twain House
May 8 7th Graders Walk the Freedom Trail
May 9
Minecraft Club 2:30
May 10 2017 Nat. Jr. Honor Society Induction 6:30-8:00
May 12 Ice Cream Socials for 7th and 8th grade thanks to the Rathbone and Stack Families!
May 13
Placement Test and New Parent Orientation 8:30 -11:30.
May 14 Happy Mother's Day!
May 15 Minecraft Club 2:30
May 16 NH Catholic Schools Consecration to Mary-Manchester, NH
May 16 Writers' Club 2:45-3:30
May 16 Board Meeting 6:00 P.M.
May 17
Caritas Christi Team Meeting 3:00
May 18 Marian Prayer Service 8:00A.M.
May 19 8th grade trip to NYC
May 18 Library Books Sale 6:00-8:00 P.M.
May 21 Prospective Family Info Session 12:30-2:00P.M.
May 25 Mass - Ascension 9:00
May 26 Bring Your Friend to School Day! Pre-registration needed.
May 29
Memorial Day - No School
May 30 Writers' Club
June 2 Q4 Grades Close Grade 8
June 2 Graduation Dance 7:00-9:30 P.M.
June 5 Book Buy Back 12:30 - 5:30P.M.
June 5 Sports Awards 1:00 P.M.
June 6 Academic Awards for 7th and 8th Grades
June 6 Claps and Gowns
June 6
Last school day for Grade 8
June 8
8th Grade Graduation Practice at Immaculate Conception Church 10:00 A.M.
June 8 No Cafe or Silent Study today due to graduation.
June 8 Nashua Catholic Graduation at ICC 6:00 P.M. Graduates need to arrive at 5:30 P.M. Reception in the church hall after the ceremony.
June 9 Grades Close for Grade 7
June 14 Last school day of the 2016-2017 year. Dismissal 2:42
HAPPY SUMMER!
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Faith in Action
NC collected $197.17 during our Lenten "Operation Rice Bowl" drive. Those funds were mailed to Catholic Relief Services over the break.
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Nashua Catholic "Summer Stars" Camp Program & Wildcat Summer Basketball, Volleyball, and Soccer Clinics
 Su
mmer Program Registrations Now Being Accepted!
It's time to start thinking about Summer!
If your child is entering grades 6 through 8 and is looking for summer fun, then join us for our amazing Summer Camps and Wildcat Sport Clinics.
Choose from Study Skills, STEAM Science Labs,
Wildcat Basketball, Soccer, and Volleyball Clinics!
This summer is not to be missed!
Please stop by the school or visit our website at www.ncrjhs.org to pick up or download registration brochures! Our courses fill quickly, so please register today!
Camps
are open to non-NC students, too, so tell your friends! If you have questions, please contact us at 882-7011!
You may pick up registration brochures at NC, go to our website, or email
Mrs. M-C
for more information. We can't wait to see you this summer!
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Athletics -
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 Spring is in full swing! April certainly did bring its fair share of showers, but now we hope for the beautiful May flowers and some dry fields!
The Nashua Catholic baseball and softball teams are getting into the meat of their schedules. The Wildcat baseball team is looking like they can certainly compete this year. Although they haven't gotten that first win under their belt yet, the boys have been playing well as a team. Coach Paul Williams has been very impressed with the team's approach at the plate and their hitting discipline. Being led by an 8th grade pitching staff, these boys are looking for a big push in the coming weeks, to ensure a spot in the playoffs.
Our Lady Wildcat softball team is showing tremendous growth already this season. Last year was a rough one for our girls, but the team this year boasts a very talented 7th grade class, some key 8th grade newcomers, and returning players. Coach Christine Carew has been more than happy with her girls' performance, and she is certain that these girls will have wins coming their way in the very near future.
Track and field has already competed in a few meets this season, and
 this team looks great. Not only are these athletes talented, but they are looking sharp in brand new team running singlets thanks to a very generous donation from NC grandmother, Mrs. Jane Levesque. Our runners have been gaining ground and improving on their times since the first practice, with some runners already boasting times that qualify them for the Tri-County State Track Meet on June 1. In the field events, Nashua Catholic has been making big waves in meets, with athletes already qualifying in high jump, shotput, and discus events. Coach Theresa Andolina is pleased with her group and is looking forward to being a force in our division.
Last but not least, our Nashua Catholic golfers have finally started their season. After a lengthy search for a head coach, the Wildcats are very pleased to announce that Mr. Michael Salzman will be taking the reins this season. With a couple practices under their belt, the golf team is eagerly anticipating their first match on Friday, May 5.
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High School Welcome Event for our 8th Gr.
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The only submissions for this Newsletter:
Bishop Guertin High School
May 16 Spring Concert at
7 pm - families can use their VIP ticket and get 10% off int he Book Store (Book Store will not be open that night, but can stop by any other time)
June 5 Families should look for a big packet of information: class schedule, uniform information, book lists, etc...
June 13 Meet the Coaches at
5 pm. Any student who wants to be an athlete at BG (no matter the season)
June 15 Used Book Sale
7am - 11 am (get there early)
June 22-23 Boot Camp (first one of the summer)
Nashua High School South
Welcome Panther Families! Class of 2021
Freshman Family Night on
May 18, 2017 from 5:30 - 6:30P.M.
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Class of 2017 Graduation Timeline is Now Posted
We are sad to think that our 8th graders will soon be on their way! However, as questions for planning are being asked,
here is a link that may help.
Graduation Dance: Ticket forms
Graduation Dance ticket forms are now online (under the "Student Life" then the "8th grade events" tab). These forms outline the dance - which will be h
eld on Friday, June 3, from 7-9:30 P.M.- dress code, and other guidelines. Please feel free to check out
the online form
for your planning purposes. Purchase by May 26!
Graduation Dance Food Needed:
Graduation Photos:
This year's graduation will be photographed by Fred Vegliante. He has been our graduation photographer for years. He will make photos of your graduate available to you at a reasonable price. More details will be available at the graduation. [email protected]
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