NSD eNews

Dear NSD Families:

We greatly appreciate your continued patience and cooperation as we work to provide a smooth and reliable transportation experience for all students.

We are pleased to share that the new Special Education bus routes were implemented on 9/26/24, and the new Regular Education bus routes will be implemented on 10/2/24.

Families can view these changes in their X2/Aspen Parent Portal by 10/1/24. If you have difficulty accessing the Parent Portal, please contact your child's school.

We recognize how essential reliable transportation is for your family, and we remain committed to resolving any remaining issues as quickly as possible.

If you are still experiencing transportation issues, please do not hesitate to reach out to our Transportation Help Desk for assistance. This method will expedite our response time by allowing multiple district representatives to address concerns.

Mario Andrade, Ed. D.

Superintendent of Schools

Nashua School District

The Brian S. McCarthy Middle School opened its doors on August 27th. Dr. Katrina Esparza, Principal of McCarthy Middle School, along with Assistant Principal Kelly O'Donnell, welcomed grades 6-8 into this inspiring new space after years of extensive planning and dedication from our educators, architects, and community members.

From the very beginning, our goal was to create an environment that fosters learning, creativity, and collaboration. This new facility is designed not only to accommodate our student body but also to provide a better educational experience for all. With modern classrooms, state-of-the-art technology, vibrant communal areas, and expansive outdoor playing fields, we are committed to nurturing the potential of every student.

The McCarthy Middle school staff can be reached at 603-966-3900.

The dedication ceremony for the Brian S. McCarthy Middle school will be held on Thursday, October 10, 2024 at 3:15 pm.

The Nashua Division of Public Health and Community Services would like to inform parents of the upcoming Pediatric Flu Clinic that will be held at their office at 18 Mulberry Street in Nashua on:

Saturday, September 28; 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

and

Saturday, October 5; 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Sealing Smiles/Traveling Tooth Fairies will be back in our Nashua schools for the 2024-25 school year. Please see our District Website for frequently asked questions and consent forms in various languages. This program will serve Pre-K through Grade 8 students with a portable dental chair to conduct screenings, fluoride treatments, and sealants. See the schedule below:

Ledge Street Elementary - October/March

Dr. Crisp Elementary - October/March

Mt Pleasant Elementary - October/March

Amherst Elementary - November/March

Fairgrounds Elementary - November/April

Fairgrounds Middle - November/April

Broad St Elementary - December/April

Pennichuck Middle - December/April

Franklin Street - December/May

McCarthy Middle - January/May

Bicentennial - January/May

New Searles - January/May

Charlotte Ave - February/June

Sunset Heights - February/June

Birch Hill - February/June

Main Dunstable - March/June

The Board of Education met on August 26, 2024. The following policies/modifications to policies were passed and can be found on our website using the following link:

Policy JHC – Student Early Release Precautions

Policy DFGA -Crowdfunding

Policy DGD – School District Credit Cards

Policy DIC – Financial Reports and Statements

Policy DKD – Cell Phone Policy

Policy FA – Long-Range Capital Improvements Planning

Policy KCD – Public Gifts Donations

Policy KCD-R – Procedures for Public Gifts or Donations

Policy DAF – Administration of Federal Grants

The next Nashua Board of Education meeting is scheduled to take place Monday, September 30, 2024 at Nashua High School North.

In a creative fusion of technology and community spirit, 4th and 5th graders at Charlotte Avenue. Elementary recently embarked on a unique digital project. Using design tools Canva and Google Drawings, students crafted vibrant birthday cards to commemorate Mt. Pleasant Elementary school's centennial celebration.

This innovative activity, led by Technology Instructional Assistant Cindy DiFillipo, showcased how digital skills can foster connections between schools in our district. Students honed their design abilities while engaging in a meaningful gesture of community support.

Key aspects of this project include:

• Hands-on experience with real-world design software

• Cross-school collaboration celebrating local history

• Integration of technology into creative expression

This project exemplifies how our schools are leveraging digital tools to enhance learning experiences and build stronger community ties!

L-R Back Row: Logan Castillo, Henry Tardif, Mia Farrell, Emma Murray

L-R Front Row: Courtney Bryant, Aubree Chando-Jacques, Felix Goy

Keep with us this summer! #NashuaSchools is gaining followers! Since the beginning of the school year, hundreds have joined. Once again, we encourage you to follow NSD on Instagram for all upcoming important announcements and school highlights from the new school year!