NIPMUC REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

School Profile 2015-2016

90 Pleasant Street
Upton, MA 01568
Main Telephone: 508-529-2130
School Counseling Center: 508-529-2140
www.mursd.org

John K. Clements Principal
Mary Anne Moran Associate Principal
Meredith Hefez School Counselor
Katherine Larracey School Counselor
Allison Towne School Counselor
Kerry Fagan School Adjustment Counselor
Elizabeth Hennessy Career & Community Coordinator
Janis Grady Administrative Assistant

Nipmuc Graduation Requirements

Students must earn 26 out of a possible 28 credits.

Passing grade is a final average of 65 or greater.
Passing scores on MCAS in ELA, Math, and Science are
required for graduation.

GPA & Class Rank

The grading system is based on a 100-point scale. The
GPA is calculated at the conclusion of the junior year for
college application purposes.
Class rank is determined by a quality point system
including all final grades. Courses have a weight from 3
to 5 according to the following designated course levels:
AP Courses - Level 5
Honors Courses - Level 4
College Preparatory Courses - Level 3

School
Driven by the core values of high expectations, respect,
accountability, and academics, Nipmuc Regional High
Schools 614 students participate in a rigorous
academic program. Focused on developing 21st
century skills through the application of learning, the
school supports students personal and academic
growth to prepare them for success in college, careers,
and the community.

Nipmuc Regional High School serves the communities

of Mendon and Upton as well as surrounding
communities in south central Massachusetts. The yearround population of the two towns is respectively 5,876
and 7,640. In addition to Nipmuc Regional, there are
three other schools in the Mendon-Upton Regional
School District: Miscoe Hill Middle School, Clough
Elementary School, and Memorial Elementary School.
Mendon and Upton are small communities that are
primarily residential in nature. During the past ten
years, the towns have been diversified by their
proximity to Boston and the technological industry
located along nearby Route 495.

Advanced Placement Program

Total AP Students: 178
Number of Exams: 365
Number of AP students with scores of 3 or higher: 137
Percent of AP students with scores of 3 or higher: 77
Over the course of the last five years Nipmuc has seen
significant growth in its Advanced Placement program
including:
71% increase in total number of AP students
102% increase in the number of AP exams taken
52% increase in students with qualifying scores

Average SAT Scores

Math

CEEB Code: 221385

Community

4 Credits of English
3 Credits of Math
3 Credits of Science
3 Credits of History
1 Credit of Physical Education
12 Additional Elective Credits

Reading

Main Fax: 508-529-2129

SCC Fax: 508-529-2142

Writing

Class of 2013

523

523

511

Class of 2014

535

536

518

Class of 2015

542

575

540

The following 17 Advanced Placement Courses are

offered at Nipmuc:
English Language & Composition, English Literature &
Composition, Physics 1, Physics C: Electricity and
Magnetism, Physics C: Mechanics, United States History,
European History, Spanish Language & Culture,
Environmental Science, Computer Science A, Calculus
AB, Calculus BC, Statistics, Microeconomics,
Macroeconomics, Biology, Studio Art

Class of 2015 Post-Secondary Plans

Honors Program
Nipmuc offers 46 courses at the honors
level. There are honors courses offered in
English, Math, Science, History, World
Languages, Business, Art, and Music at all
grade levels.

1:1 Learning Program

Nipmuc supports its curriculum, instruction,
and assessment through its 1:1 learning
program in which all students use iPads as
educational tools. The program emphasizes
the use of technology as a way to
communicate, collaborate, and innovate in
teaching and learning.

Clubs and Activities

Spanish Immersion Program
Students in Mendon-Upton Regional Schools have the opportunity to
participate in the districts Spanish Immersion Program, delivering
instruction through Spanish as the primary language beginning in
kindergarten. After receiving primary instruction in Spanish during
their elementary and middle school years, Nipmuc students have the
chance to apply their learning in Advanced Placement courses,
school trips, and cultural opportunities.

STEM Scholars Program

More than 100 students participate in the Nipmuc STEM Scholars
program, connecting them to colleges, universities, and STEM
professions. Students receive workplace readiness training,
participate in a STEM career and college fair, connect with colleges
and universities, and participate in career shadowing or internships.

DECA Program
DECA is integrated into the Business curriculum as a means to
develop critical thinking, communication, and organizational skills
while fostering creativity. Over 20% of Nipmuc students are members
of the club. Each year over 100 students qualify for the state
competition (SCDC) and 10-20 students qualify for the international
competition (ICDC).

Visual & Performing Arts

Nipmucs visual arts department is the recipient of the College
Boards Award for Excellence and Innovation in the Arts. Students
annually display more than 1000 pieces of original art at the Nipmuc
Fine Arts Festival. Students also participate in a variety of musical
and performance groups including concert band, wind ensemble,
vocal ensemble, jazz band, percussion ensemble, a capella, and pep
band.
Nipmuc Regional High School is accredited by the New England
Association of Schools and Colleges.

Pep Band & Jazz Band

Jazz Chorus
A Capella
Current International Affairs
Drama
Friends of Rachel
Friends of Seniors
Future Teachers of America
Humanities Scholars
Impact Team
Math Team
Model UN
National Honor Society
Art Club
Book Club
Christian Fellowship
Writing Club
Peer Leadership
SADD
Searching for Sunshine
Ski Club
Super Smash Brothers Club
Students Taking Action in a New Direction
Student Advisory Council
Student Council
Teen Night Out
Ultimate Frisbee
Video Game Design Club
Warrior Voice (School Newspaper)
World Challenge
Yearbook

Athletics
Football
Soccer
Golf
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Volleyball
Cheerleading
Basketball

Ice Hockey
Alpine Skiing
Swimming
Lacrosse
Baseball
Softball
Outdoor Track
Indoor Track

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