Olivia Rivas, a Star Student of the Week at Memorial School, Treats Classmates to a Visit from a Special Guest!

Olivia Rivas, a student in Mrs. Barrett's 1st grade class at Memorial School, was recently named "Star Student of the Week" and got to bring her pet bird in for Show & Tell. Her classmates were very entertained!
Photos courtesy of Martha MacEwen, Memorial School

Kindergarten Registration Is Still Open - Don't Forget to Register Your Kindergartner!

If you have a child that will be eligible for the 2022-2023 Kindergarten school year, you will need to fill out the registration forms that can be found on our website at www.winchendonk12.org/o/mes. They are located under the Menu dropdown, Kindergarten Registration. You can download and fill in the forms. Hard copies are also available at Memorial School. Once completed, you will need to return them to Memorial School along with the items listed below. You can do this any number of ways:

1. Fax: 978-297-3944
2. Email: mmacewen@winchendonk12.org
3. Mail: Memorial School, 32 Elmwood Road, Winchendon, MA 01475
4. Drop off: In person between the hours of 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

No child will be admitted to Kindergarten without having met the eligibility requirements listed below.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

1. If your child is five (5) years of age by August 31 of the forthcoming year, he/she is eligible.
2. BIRTH CERTIFICATE- Original must be brought with you.
3. PROOF OF RESIDENCY - Current utility bill, or copy of lease.
4. PHYSICAL EXAMINATION INCLUDING VISION AND HEARING SCREENING BY YOUR PHYSICIAN MUST BE DATED AFTER AUGUST 31, 2022.
5. IMMUNIZATIONS - VERIFICATION WILL NEED TO BE PROVIDED BY THE END OF AUGUST. This must include lead screen results. Read or download complete immunization requirements (PDF)

Each child MUST have a physical examination completed by your physician. A signed printout from your child's doctor's office listing all the required information is also acceptable. Students cannot start school without a completed physical. We recommend calling your physician today to schedule an appointment as it sometimes takes several months to get one.

All completed immunization/examination forms need to be in the School Nurse's Office by Friday, August 26th before your child will be permitted to start school. These forms can be faxed by your doctor to the school at 978-297-3944.

There will be a Parent Orientation on Wednesday, May 18 from 6-7 at Memorial School. More information will be provided. A Kindergarten Screening will be conducted, as required by State and Federal school laws. Screenings will be Wednesday, June 1, Thursday, June 2, and Friday, June 3. You will be contacted as these dates get closer to schedule an appointment.

We share the excitement of your child entering Kindergarten and look forward to both of you being a part of the Memorial School family. Please feel free to call the school at (978) 297-1305, with any questions or concerns you may have.

SNHU Announces Winter 2022 President's List

MANCHESTER, NH (05/17/2022)-- It is with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulates the following students on being named to the Winter 2022 President's List.

Full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.700 and above are named to the President's List. Full-time status is achieved by earning 12 credits; undergraduate day students must earn 12 credits in the fall or spring semester, and online students must earn 12 credits over two consecutive terms (EW1 & EW2, EW3 & EW4, or EW5 & EW6).

Anthony Kelley of Winchendon
Mathew Capen of Winchendon
Betty Ann Leger of Winchendon
Jonathan Kaminsky of Winchendon
Nicholas Wujciak of Winchendon
Joseph Wolski of Winchendon
Ashley Ellis of Winchendon

Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) is a private, nonprofit institution with an 89-year history of educating traditional-aged students and working adults. Now serving more than 165,000 learners worldwide, SNHU offers approximately 200 accredited undergraduate, graduate and certificate programs, available online and on its 300-acre campus in Manchester, NH. Recognized as the "Most Innovative" regional university by U.S. News & World Report and one of the fastest-growing universities in the country, SNHU is committed to expanding access to high quality, affordable pathways that meet the needs of each learner. Learn more at www.snhu.edu.

Mount Wachusett Community College Holds Pinning Ceremony for Veterinary Technology Graduates

GARDNER, MA - May 13, 2022 - Mount Wachusett Community College welcomed fourteen students to the veterinary technology profession on May 11, 2022 in a traditional pinning ceremony.

The group of students, some of whom started their program at the former Becker College, were welcomed by Dean Veronica Guay, Program Director Tara Novak, and President James Vander Hooven.

"I am so thrilled for all of you," Vander Hooven began, "I am struck by the deep-down desire and commitment you all have, overcoming challenges in a program that is difficult, not allowing any obstacles to get in your way. Congratulations to you all."

Keynote speaker, Elizabeth Schlupf, DVM offered students words of wisdom as they begin their careers.

"There will be amazing highs, embrace them, hold them close to you and treasure them, they are gifts not to be taken lightly. There will be horrible lows, these are also gifts of the universe, they are here to lead us to greater understanding, a promise of never again, and a reminder that we are not perfect." Schlupf told the students. "I implore you, as you move forward, to keep your own health in mind. Embrace life and explore the other parts of who you are, it will make you a better vet tech and a happier person."

The students were pinned by a family member, fried or faculty, and then recited the Veterinary Technician Oath as the newest members of the veterinary field.

Chloe Despres, Gardner
Ashley Ploskonka, Ashby
Isabelle Poulin, Gardner
Barbara Whitney, Orange
Zoe Zupko, Shirley
Jillian Barnes, Ware
Morgan Brooks-Hoenig, Sturbridge
Marisa Costain, Shapleigh, ME
Rachel King, West Townsend
Lindsay Mitchell, Billerica
Gabriella Moreno, Tewksbury
Andrea Schiller, Marlborough
Cynthia Shaw, Oxford
Stephanie Powers, Lowell

Mount Wachusett Community College Holds Annual Evening of Excellence Award Ceremony

GARDNER, MA - May 16, 2022 - Mount Wachusett Community College recognized the achievements of its high performing students in a virtual Evening of Excellence award ceremony on May 12, 2022.

Welcoming graduates, families, faculty, and staff to the event was interim Vice-President of Student Affairs, Jason Zelesky. "We are here to recognize the incredible passion and possibility that resides within this community. The accomplishments of these students are extraordinary, in scholarship, in the creative arts, in student life and activities, in our local communities, and as inspirational leaders, mentors and responsible, active citizens."

"This is the culmination of your educational journey; it is heartwarming to see you all enjoy the fruits of your labors and hard work over the last few years," noted MWCC President James Vander Hooven. "Each and every one of you has a story, an experience, that has shaped who you have become through your educational journey. This is a time for you to celebrate you, to celebrate your success. I cannot thank you enough for putting in the hard work in spite of the challenges in order to be so successful that you have separated yourselves from others and selected for recognition."

"It is great to have the opportunity to celebrate our best and brightest," added interim Vice- President of Academic Affairs, John Eisler. "In the lives of our students, college can be transformative in so many ways, it's an opportunity to pursue goals and seek achievement, explore, and refine interests, challenge yourself intellectually and creatively, to identify latent talents, and ideally set you on a path to lifelong learning. Congratulations on your academic success and thank you for inspiring us."