Student & Family Update

I hope that everyone is looking forward to watching Guys and Dolls this weekend. Tickets can be purchased on the door or via stagemanager@mtrsd.org online.

DUI reconstruction on May18th - This is another heads up that we are fortunate to be working with the Police, the District Attorney and Emergency Services to put on a Dangers of Driving Under the Influence demonstration and legal workshop for Grade 11 and 12 on the morning of May 18th. I will send another reminder on the day but I wanted to let everyone know that there will be a lot of activity outside the school on this day.

Library newsletter: Have a look at what is going on at the MTRS library!https://www.smore.com/2e0kg

Come to the SEPAC meet-up! What is SEPAC? MTRSD’s Special Education Parent Advisory Council is a group made up primarily of parents of children with learning challenges and other disabilities, although local allies are welcome at meetings. SEPAC's goal is to support families and students' needs within the public school system and to work with the district to enact change, when needed.

If your child has a 504 or an IEP, or you are wondering whether they might need one, SEPAC can help you figure out who to talk to, what steps to take, what questions to ask and where to turn next at every step of the process. On Saturday, May 20, at 2:00 PM, we will be hanging out on the playground at BSE, with popsicles! Stop by, meet the interim group leaders, ask questions if you have them, and connect with other parents and allies.

Please read on to see what else has been going on at our busy school this week.

Best wishes

Chris

Thank you in advance for helping support staff by making sure that your student is appropriately dressed for school before they leave home each day.

As a reminder, here is the section from the student handbook in relation to DRESS CODE/ APPROPRIATE SCHOOL ATTIRE

Staff and students have a right and responsibility to monitor their dress attire. We recognize that dress and attire are forms of personal expression that bring a rich and creative component to our school culture. However, we expect that staff and student dress will reflect the seriousness to which we and our entire school community takes education. We ask that students and staff think about the context of school when choosing what to wear and strive for their dress to bring a positive impact on student learning, student behavior, and the overall educational environment. We recognize that there are no “rules” that provide clear guidelines for dress that work for everyone in all seasons and within the context of school. Using a guideline like “business casual” may be useful.

In addition, clothing, hats or jewelry advertising or promoting tobacco, alcohol, violence (including images of weapons) or controlled substances are prohibited. Clothing with inappropriate language or messages demeaning to or oppressive toward groups or individuals is not allowed. Sunglasses are not to be worn indoors unless there is a medical need. In the event that students fail to comply with these expectations, they will be asked to change attire. caregivers may be contacted and asked to provide acceptable clothing to the school. In the event that a student refuses to comply with the request of staff or administration, their caregivers will be contacted and the student may face disciplinary action.

Upcoming dates

• May 18th- MTRS Spring Musical Concert

• May 18th - DUI/ Health and Safety presentation for grades 11 & 12

• May 19th - Senior Prom

• May 24th- District Musical Concert: BSE (rain venue - MTRS)

• May 26th: Last day for Grade 12

• May 29th - Memorial day (no school)

• June 1st - Awards Evening: 5-7pm

• June 3rd - Graduation (Saturday)

• June 9th - Step up day

• June 9th - 6;30-9 Grade 8 Semi-Formal

• June 10th - MTAA Spring Fling

• June 15th - Grade 9 Field Trip

• June 16th - HS Civic Action projects and Field Day

• June 19th - Juneteenth (no school)

• June 22nd - Last day of school

Early Release Wednesdays (12:50pm)

• May 3,10,17,24

AP and MCAS Schedule :Link

Academic Calendar: Link (Please note that Q3 started on January 25th and subsequent dates have yet to be adjusted for snow days. Thanks for your understanding.)

Theatre Updates: For more information and news on Guys and Dolls: Link

End of Year dates:

Finals Schedule

• 20, 21, 22ndJune: 2 hour delay 20 & 21st, 22nd is a ½ day: 11:30 dismissal

Quintessentially American in spirit, Guys and Dolls remains a timeless tale that owes its longevity not only to its multitude of memorable characters and hummable tunes, but also to its enduring themes of ambition, savvy and self-made luck

Bustling with gamblers, missionaries, and sassy showgirls, this classic Broadway musical, which many believe is the greatest musical ever created, follows the unlikeliest of romantic pairings. A notorious gambler high-roller Sky Masterson attempts to woo Sarah Brown a straight-laced, Save-a-Soul mission doll in hopes of winning a bet. Meanwhile, after waiting 14 years, Miss Adelaide, a headliner at the Hot Box Club.wants to finally drag Nathan Detroit to the alter. Place your bets on love conquering all in this hilarious Broadway classic featuring a bushel of songs you know and love.

Performance dates are May 5 & 6, 2023

Both performances 7:30pm

Performances to be held at MTRS auditorium

Tickets are available at the door or by contacting

Stagemanager@mtrsd.org

Tickets can also be purchased by downloading, completing and returning this form with payment to the front office!

Guys and Dolls JR. is presented by special arrangement with and all authorized materials are supplied by

Music Theater International,

412 West 54th Street, New York, NY 10019

Come visit the MTRS Student ART SHOW at Mocha Maya's in Shelburne Falls! The show, “Beasts of Nonconformity” features artwork by high school students at Mohawk Trail, including photography, digital art, drawing, painting and mixed-media works.
The show is curated by 11th grader Nate Ruth as part of his Civic Action Project. Nate aims to encourage students to grow confidence in sharing their creative work and feel the positive impact art makes. Nate says, “We’re all a bunch of unique goofballs after all!” The show will be on view from May 9th through June 17th.

The Massachusetts Association of School Committees held its annual Day on the Hill legislative advocacy event. 4 Students joined Superintendent Stanton and members of the MTRSD School committee who traveled to Boston to meet and speak with legislators about issues related to rural schools.

More information can be found here

The MTRS Art Department is excited to announce an artist-in-residence partnership with Ashfield artist Robert Markey this June. Mr. Markey will be joining us to lead a mosaic installation project in our outdoor classroom, to bring beauty and artistry to our courtyard learning space. Art students in grades 7-12 will have the opportunity to learn how the mosaic process works as they participate in designing, creating and mounting nature-themed artworks that will remain for years to come. Mr. Markey brings a wealth of knowledge and experience as an artist. His community-engaged practice has brought him to South America, Asia, and the Middle East as well as many local communities where he has created public art. You can learn more about him and see his work at his website. We are thrilled to offer this experiential learning opportunity for students to create legacy artwork for our wonderful community here at MTRS.

Link

Dates to be aware of:

Grade 12: Finals, Reporting and Progress Grades

No SENIOR finals schedule, if you need to give a final please use class time prior to May 26

Grade 12 Q4 Progress Grading Window: Wednesday, May 3 - Tuesday May 9 @ 11:59pm

Grade 12 Progress Reports available: Wednesday, May 10

Grade 12 Q4 Term Grading Window: Wednesday, May 24 - Tuesday May 30 @ 11:59pm

Grade 12 Reports Cards available: Wednesday, May 31

Other events:

• Prom - Friday 19th May
• Senior Send off - Weds 24th May
• Senior Soak - Thursday 24th May
• Finals and rehearsals for Awards/ Graduation - Tuesday 30th May
• Elementary school visit and MTRS staff cookout - Wednesday 31st May
• Awards Event - Thursday 1st June (5-7pm)
• Graduation Celebration - Sat: June 3rd: 1-3pm

For scholarship information and deadlines, students should continue to reference the Student Services updates

Social Hosting information

With the upcoming prom and graduation season, the Northwestern District Attorney’s office has produced a social host law informational flier for parents/ caregivers who may be hosting a graduation/ celebration party. Social Host laws do apply to both alcohol and cannabis. Please explore the guidance, here:: Link

Please also note that the school is working with local and state police to prepare an EMT/ DUI presentation for students in 10-12 for later in May. More information will be shared as details are confirmed.

On 5/3 we had a district-wide PD session for educators PK-12.

It will be an overview of the Nolumbeka Project's Indigenous Voices Film Series: https://nolumbekaproject.org/indigenous-voices/

Jennifer Lee co-produced this series, and created a detailed educator's guide.

This set of resources is intended for learners PK-adult and can be used in a variety of ways, across any content area. The intention is to provide many entry points to the histories, cultures and perspectives of Native peoples of the Connecticut River Valley and to curate accessible educational resources in one place, specific to this region.

The trailer and intro video give a good overview of the series.

The Sharing and Caring room is now open during advisory. The room will have 2-3 Key Club members there to answer any questions students may have regarding the location of clothing, sizes, etc. A schedule will be posted outside the Sharing & Caring Room [178] so each grade level will know when they can enter the room.

Mission Statement:

Mohawk Trail Regional High School Key Club students, strongly believe that every student should have access to the basic needs of life. Therefore, any student who is struggling financially is welcome to the Key Club “Sharing is Caring” room to shop for free. Along with clothing items, the room is stocked with hygiene supplies too.

Hours of Operation: We are open 4 days a week during advisory. We ask that you keep the room safe and clean as you found it.

Location of room: Middle School Wing-room 178

Seventh-Grade Hours of Operation

Eighth-Grade Hours of Operation

Ninth-Grade Hours of Operation

Tenth-Grade Hours of Operation

Eleventh-Grade Hours of Operation

Twelfth-Grade Hours of Operation

Local Education Council (LEC)

This meets virtually every second Wednesday of the month between 3:45 and 4:30pm. More information can be found here. The next meeting will be on May 17th

The virtual joining information is as follows:

Meeting ID

meet.google.com/gzo-toke-ibz

Phone Numbers

(‪US‬)‪+1 813-435-9650‬

PIN: ‪741 012 215#‬

Outdoor Advisory Committee (OAC)

This meets every second Wednesday of the month between 5 and 6pm. In the winter we will be virtual. In the Spring and Fall we will be in-person. The next meeting will be on May 17th

Outdoor Advisory Committee- Virtual

5:00 – 6:00pm

Google Meet joining info

Video call link: https://meet.google.com/ysh-dgqv-jvz

Or dial: ‪(US) +1 470-210-0524‬ PIN: ‪190 585 623‬#

Please explore the OAC page on the website and have a look at the list of initial projects we gathered from surveying students, staff and community as well as OAC priorities created from this initial list.

Principal Drop-ins

As was the case last year, I will hold regular virtual office hours. You don’t need an appointment to come and talk with me and share your thoughts on what goes on at MTRS. I will try to be available for the whole 60 minutes but can't always guarantee it at our busy school.

Second Friday of each month: 8:00 to 9:00 a.m.

Meeting ID: meet.google.com/jtz-yhet-ipo

Phone Number: (US)+1 (813) 773-5581

PIN: 636 883 303

Third Friday of each month: 2:30 to 3:30 p.m.

Meeting ID: meet.google.com/sru-mshz-rht

Phone Number: (US)+1 (218) 301-2866

PIN: 136 064 523

AD Lilly has been working around the clock to defeat the rain and mechanical issues in order to get games on this week! THANK YOU!!!!!!

Regular sports updates will return next week

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Do you have a question about your child, their services, or resources specific to your needs? If you or someone you know would like to be added to the private list and receive emails and event notifications, please send an email to: MOHAWKSEPAC@gmail.com Please indicate your email, title (such as parent of a student with IEP/504), District, Interested Party or other)

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