It’s hard to believe that May is upon us, and we have turned the corner headed straight towards the end of the year. Wow. Time certainly has flown. April was a busy and productive month. I hope that everyone enjoyed family time during the well-deserved vacation week. It was great to see the students upon their return and hear about the fun they had during the week off. During April, we enjoyed meeting our three superintendent candidate finalists and opening our doors during their respective site visits to our school. We look forward to welcoming the selected finalist to Nashoba once the selection process is complete early this month. In April, we also recognized National Poetry Month and Autism Awareness Month. Many of our students participated in the 2nd Annual Seven Bridge Writers’ Collaborative poetry contest. Taking top honors were Sophia Atkins (gr. 6), Bridget Bailey (gr. 6), Haley May (gr. 7), and Margot Sonia (gr. 6). All winning poems are published online at http://sevenbridgewriters.blogspot.com/ Throughout the month, we also worked to spread autism awareness and to further promote inclusion and acceptance in our classrooms. To this end, our students participated in an interactive puzzle piece activity celebrating our individual uniqueness while recognizing that we need all of us, together, to make a “whole.” Our school-wide puzzle is on display in the main hallway. In health, our 7th graders created informational fact sheets about autism. These fact sheets were available for students to read during lunch. And, on April 27th, we lit the school up “blue” by wearing blue in honor of the millions of individuals and families in the world affected by autism. Looking ahead, May is scheduled to be a very busy month. Our students will complete this year’s state-wide testing with math MCAS and science technology engineering MCAS for our 8th graders. Testing will take place from May 11-20 (see pg. 2). We thank you in advance for supporting your child with positive encouragement and ensuring timely attendance on his/her testing days. End-of-year events also begin this month. Please refer to pg. 2 for a list of days/times for these events and mark your calendars accordingly. Finally, please join me in extending appreciation to our dedicated teachers for their hard work and commitment throughout the year during Teacher Appreciation Week (May 2-5). Thank you! And, thank you to our Lancaster PTO for their efforts to make this week very special for our staff. Yours, in gratitude,

Laura Friend

A Message from the Principal

LUTHER BURBANK MIDDLE SCHOOL

1 HOLLYWOOD DRIVE LANCASTER, MA 01523

978-365-4558

NASHOBA REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

May 2, 2016 Volume 1, Issue 9

The Burbank Bulletin

Dates to Remember

May 2 Lancaster Town Mtg., 6:00 p.m. May 2-5 Teacher Appreciation Week!

May 11 Mandatory Washington D.C. Trip Meeting, Gr. 8 Students & Families, 6:00 p.m.

May 11-12 Grade 6 Math MCAS

May 12 Rena Finder Presentation, Gr. 7/8 School Council, 3:00 p.m.

May 13, 18 Grade 7 Math MCAS May 13 Principal Chat, 9:00 a.m.

May 16-17 Grade 8 Math MCAS

May 19-20 Grade 8 STE MCAS

May 26 Spring Concert, 6:30 p.m. May 27 Memorial Day Assembly, 9:30 a.m. Early Release, 11:30 a.m.

"Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire." -William Butler Yeats

Important Calendar Information: Spring State Assessments, MCAS As we complete our spring state testing, please be reminded that there have been some changes to

the state-wide assessment. The grades 3–8 English Language Arts and Mathematics have both been

augmented with a limited number of PARCC items for spring 2016. The state intends that these

changes will help make statewide comparisons easier and will offer students the opportunity to

experience PARCC items while assessments for 2017 and beyond are being developed. The test

design for grade 10 has not changed. Click here for more information

about this test development.

Please mark your calendars for these important MCAS dates. Thank

you for your cooperation in ensuring your child’s attendance during

his/her respective testing dates.

Purple Math Competition

After school on Thursday April 13th, three teams of LBMS students participated in a worldwide online

math competition, the Purple Comet Math Meet. The teams comprised students from the LBMS

Mathcounts club, and several eighth grade volunteers. Teams had one hour to solve twenty problems.

They were permitted to use any resources such as notes, text books, calculators, etc. but were not

allowed access to the internet. The teams worked diligently and are to be commended for their

efforts. In particular, one of our teams achieved a score only 2 points shy of the highest scoring

Massachusetts team in our category (middle schools with less than 400 pupils), taking 5th place out of

22 teams.

We have much to be proud of at LBMS!

Ann Sadler, Mathcounts Coach

LBMS Display Case and “Old” Trophies & Awards

Our LBMS display case underwent a transformation during April vacation. The

case brings new life to our main hallway and provides recognition for the many

achievements of our current and recent graduates. Next time you visit, please

spend a moment to take a close look. Our students have accomplished a great

deal!

If you have been a part of our LBMS history and were involved in any of the

achievements that had been on display, you may be interested in one of the

trophies and/or awards that we have collected. Please find a list on pg. 6. Please

email Mrs. Ursuliak if you would like to claim any of one of these “old” awards. We’d be thrilled for

them to find a good home.

LBMS Community Happenings

MATH STE

Gr. 6 May 11, 12 N/A

Gr. 7 May 13, 18 N/A

Gr. 8 May 16, 17 May 19, 20

Mark Your Calendar: End-of-Year Events and Dates!

May 2, Lancaster Town Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

May 2-5, Teacher Appreciation Week

May 11, Mandatory Washington D.C. Parent/Student Meeting, 6:00 p.m.

May 12, Rena Finder Presentation, 9:30 a.m. (Gr. 7/8)

May 12, LBMS School Council, 3:00 p.m.

May 13, Principal Chat, 9:00 a.m.

May 26, Spring Concert, 6:30 p.m.

May 26, Last day for After School Academic Support

May 27, Memorial Day Assembly, 8:45-9:30 a.m. (also an early release)

May 30, Memorial Day (no school)

May 30, Memorial Day Ceremony/Parade, Town Green, 8:30 a.m.

May 31- June 3, Gr. 8 grade DC Trip

June 3, Yoko Watkins visit (Gr. 7), Time TBA

June 4, Sam Pawlak Memorial Fun Run 5K, 10:00 a.m.

June 4, State Track Meet

June 10, Gr. 8 Trip to Town Meetinghouse

June 10, Do it For Douce Relay at HS, Time TBA

June 15, Field Day & School Spirit, Minute-to-Win-It Assembly

TBA: Meet and Greet – Incoming grade 6

June 20, Move-Up Day, Time TBA

June 20, Gr. 8 Recognition Night, Ceremony & Dance, 6:00 p.m.

June 21, Last day of school (early release), 10:45 a.m.

LBMS Community Happenings

From Our Nurse, Mrs. Perkins

You may think that an article about opioids does not belong in a middle school newsletter. But, I

can tell you that it is an important topic and a perfect time to start talking about this with our

children. On average, four people die from opioids each day. They are high school students, college

students with scholarships and professionals with a job and family.

Opioids are medications like oxycontin, Vicodin, Percocet and codeine that are typically

prescribed for pain. They can be prescribed to kids who may suffer from a sports injury or have

had a dental procedure like a wisdom tooth extraction. Opioids are very useful when taken as

prescribed. One of the issues has been that they have been prescribed in amounts that are greater

than what is reasonably required to get a person through the first few days where pain is usually

the worst. This can result in leftover opioid prescriptions in your bathroom medicine cabinet. Do

you have any in yours? It can be a temptation for a curious teenager, a kid that has had a bad day,

or one that twisted their ankle at soccer practice.

On March 14th, Governor Baker signed the Massachusetts Opioid Bill into law. The new law

addresses education, prevention, intervention, and recovery. It places limits on the amount of

medication that can be prescribed. For example, children can only be prescribed a 7 day supply.

Adult prescriptions will also have limits.

Public schools will now be required to verbally screen students to determine who is suffering

from substance abuse or at risk. The screening will be done at two grade levels as determined by

the school/school district. It will likely be once in middle school and once in high school.

Screenings will be done by the school nurse or other health professional. Parents will be able to

opt out their child. The Nashoba district has begun training for this initiative but has not finalized

a timeline for its implementation. The law also requires that information on opioid use and misuse

be disseminated to all students participating in an extracurricular athletic activity prior to their

athletic season. This will most likely begin with the fall sports sign-ups.

For more information on prevention; disposal of unused prescription drugs; and signs of abuse,

visit: mass.gov/stopaddiction

Thank you, Mrs. Perkins

VOLUNTEERS STILL NEEDED!

Are you interested in helping out our school? Have some time to help with projects, copying,

assembling hands-on materials for our students, or lending an extra hand in a classroom? We need

you! Many of our Burbank teachers would benefit in different ways from an extra pair of hands. If

you are willing and able to volunteer, please email me directly at lfriend@nrsd.net. Thank you!

Student Writing

This month we highlight our poets who participated in the Seven Bridge Writers’ Collaborative

Poetry Contents (http://sevenbridgewriters.blogspot.com/) and the band, Led Zeppelin.

“Led Zeppelin,” by Alec MacDonald

Led Zeppelin is easily cited as the greatest rock band of all time. Their music is legendary and their performances were stellar. It is unbelievable that four guys from England can come from nothing to being the biggest band in the world. We have seen it before with the British Invasion with bands like The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The Kinks, Herman's Hermits, The Who, and many more. Led Zeppelin were different. Jimmy Page managed, played guitar, and wrote the songs for the band, Robert Plant brought an exploitation into rock music, John Paul Jones rocked the bass like none before him, and John Bonham played the drums like an animal. The band was formed in London 1968, and they brought Blues, psychedelic rock, hard rock, and folk into their music. This was the sound of Led Zeppelin.

Before they were the band we love and know, they were “The Yardbirds.” That band consisted of Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, Jimmy Page, Keith Relf, and Jim McCarty. They were short lived. Page would go on to start Zeppelin, Clapton would go on and form Cream, and Beck would join Rod Stewart's band as his guitarist. After this all happened, Zeppelin signed with Atlantic Records and they released their first album self titled “Led Zeppelin” in 1969. The album was a huge success with hits like “Communication Breakdown”, “Dazed And Confused”, and “Good Times Bad Times.” The same year they released “Led Zeppelin II” also known as “The Brown Album.” The album consisted of hit after hit like “Ramble On”, “Whole Lotta Love”, “Moby Dick”, and “Heartbreaker.” Zeppelin was now one of the biggest bands in the world along with The Rolling Stones, The Beatles, Simon & Garfunkel, and The Doors. 1970 was an alright year for the band with their third album. Can you guess the name? That’s right, “Led Zeppelin III.” The album had one huge hit called “Immigration Song.” Led Zeppelin earned massive commercial success for these albums, and that the bizarre album names were the title of the band. 1971 was one of, if not the greatest year of their career. They released “Led Zeppelin IV” with so many number one hits like “Black Dog,” “Rock And Roll” and the beautiful but sad “Stairway To Heaven.” “Stairway” is one of the most popular songs in Rock culture and it skyrocketed the band's career and they never looked back. The band then released “Physical Graffiti.” The album had one major hit called “Kashmir.” The song boosted in the charts and received huge attention from the media.

In 1980, John Bonham died of an alcohol overdose. This destroyed the band and tore them apart. They never performed again until 2007 when they gave one last hurrah to end the band once and for all. Nobody will ever forget Led Zeppelin and their legacy. With Robert Plant screaming into the microphone with a voice that sends chills down your back, Jimmy Page seeming like he has 15 fingers while he plays guitar, John Paul Jones keeping the rhythm of the band with his amazing bass skills, and John Bonham doing the best drum solo in history to “Stairway To Heaven.” These members are the heart and soul of the band and they absolutely deserve being called “The greatest rock band ever formed.” Though I never saw them perform live, the band lives in my heart all the time. My favorite song by them is “Out On The Tiles” off of “Led Zeppelin III”. Led Zeppelin will never be forgotten and as long as we keep their music playing, they will live on forever and ever. In Robert Plant's words “We are the eagles of one nest, the nest is in our soul.”

http://www.ledzeppelin.com/news

LBMS Trophy & Award Inventory

- Student Athlete of the Year Plaque 1986-1994 - Student Athlete of the Year Plaque 1971-1986 - NDHS 1984 Junior High Tournament- 3rd Place - Lancaster Middle School Band Class B 1979 - 1984 Three Player Scholastic Chess Team Tournament 2nd Novice Selection - Rookie Team Award All Star- Blue Thunder 2010 - 2009-2010 First Undefeated Girls Basketball Team - LBMS Concert Band- Director Wayne Gilbert April 4-6 2003 - St. John’s Gym 1992 7th and 8th Grade Basketball League B Division 2nd Place - Central District Junior High Festival 2001 Gold - Clockwork Award Tournament Champions - Central District Junior High Festival 2003 Festival - LBMS Concert Band- Director Wayne Gilbert April 2-4 2004 - International Fancy Guppy Association Emily Steele and Kate Savell Junior Overall Class Champion 2009 - Lancaster Schools Annual Golf Tournament 1985-1986 - 2nd Place NDHS 1983 Jr. High Tournament - 1992-1993 CMYBL First Place - LBMS MA Destination ImagiNation State Championships Dizzy Derby Middle Level - Nano Quest 2006 Eastern Mass. Championship Tournament Robot Performance Award Runner-up - 1985 Central Mass. Scholastic Chess 5 Player Team Jr. High School Champions - Basketball Trophy without tag- Looks old

If you have been a part of our LBMS history and were involved in any of the achievements listed above, you may be interested in claiming the trophy or award. Please email Mrs. Ursuliak if you are interested. We’d be thrilled for these awards to find a good home

May 17, 2016 “Treating Fears, Phobias & Meltdowns in Children with Special Needs” a lecture by Dr. Karen Levine

Anxiety is very common in children in general and especially common in children with social and

communication challenges including autism spectrum disorders. Fears of various sounds (e.g. lawn mower; blender; gym buzzer; thunder), experiences (e.g. doctor; dentist) and sensory experiences (e.g. band aids; assemblies; fire drills; haircuts; bugs) as well as various emotional

experiences (e.g. change in schedule; losing in game) are very common. Emotional dysregulation is also very common in children with a range of developmental disabilities. While Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is effective for children who can access it, the language and cognitive skills

involved are not accessible to many very young children or children with developmental disabilities. This workshop illustrates how emotional dysregulation triggers can be conceptualized within an affect based phobia treatment model and then illustrates specific approaches to

treating common fears, phobias and meltdown triggers. Replays (Chedd and Levine) as well as adaptations of CBT and uses of gradual exposure will be discussed. Uses of video, apps, and YouTube will be included, with many examples. Treating children at home, in school and in

therapy will be discussed. There will also be time for questions. Dr. Levine, a Developmental Psychologist of more than twenty years, has a private practice in

Lexington focusing on the child’s social and emotional development conducting play-based diagnostic evaluations, school consultations, treatment and consultations to families, educators, agencies and other professionals. Her most recent book “Attacking Anxiety” was published in

2015.

Where: Mary Rowlandson School Auditorium, 103 Hollywood Drive, Lancaster Time: 7:00 – 9:00 PM

June 8, 2016 SEPAC General Business Meeting

What topics would YOU like to have on the calendar for 2016/17? Join us for the final meeting of

the year and share your ideas.

Where: High School, Room 216, 12 Green Road, Bolton Time: 7:00 – 8:00 PM

FALL REGISTRATION IS OFFICIALLY OPEN!!

Have questions?

Join us for a

Nashoba Youth Football and Cheer Information Night:

• May 17th - Center School - 6:00-7:30PM

• May 24th - Florence Sawyer School - 6:00PM-7:30PM

Sign-up is quick and easy at:

http://nashobayfc.com/

Can’t make an information night?

Please contact Mike Guthrie

phone: 978-460-7313 email: mguthrie58@hotmail.comNashoba Youth Football and Cheer is not affiliated with Nashoba School District

Registration Opens Online on April 15th:

Middle School Program (Grades 6-8) Sept. 7

th to Oct. 31

st, M-W-F 3:30-5:00

Season cost $225

Invitation to the August Skills Clinic

Games will be scheduled against local private or public school

teams

Monster Mash Tournament: October 29, 1pm. Derby Field

All players need to obtain a USA Field Hockey membership

All players must have a mouth guard, goggles, field hockey stick,

and shin guards to play. Please bring a water bottle.

All practices will be played at Derby Field, behind Florence Sawyer

100 Mechanic Street, Bolton

Through the efforts of parents interested in growing the sport locally,

NYFH receives support from a variety of grants, donations, and assistance

from volunteers.

Nashoba Youth Field Hockey

NASHOBA YOUTH FIELD HOCKEY

Middle School Program Information: Fall 2016

Nashoba Youth Field Hockey (NYFH) is a development initiative to expose the sport to individuals in the Nashoba Regional School district.

NYFH ….

*Aims to provide a fun, affordable field hockey experience regardless of skill level or club affiliation.

* Is a skills based program that introduces athletes to the game of field hockey AND provides additional skill development and field time for those who already play the game.

*Coaches emphasize stick work, offensive and defensive play, team dynamics and the rules of the game.

*Plays competitively with other middle school programs in the area.

Registrat ion and other Information: www.nashobayouthfieldhockey.com Phone: 978.558.0171 E-mail :

nashobayouthf ie ldhockey@gmai l.com Address:

P.O. Box 93, Bolton MA

Registration Opens Online on April 15th:

Introductory Program (Grades k-8) Sept.13 to Oct. 29, Tues 5:30-6:30

Registration is required from participants to ensure coach to player

ratio

Season cost $120. Includes NYFH practice pinnie

Invitation to the August Skills Clinic

Two weekend games will be scheduled

o Playdate October 1st or 2nd: time and location TBD

o Monster Mash Tournament: October 29, 1pm. Derby Field

All players need to obtain a USA Field Hockey membership

All players must have a mouth guard, goggles, field hockey stick,

and shin guards to play. Please bring a water bottle.

Sticks available for loan this season, if needed.

All practices will be played at Derby Field, behind Florence Sawyer

100 Mechanic Street, Bolton

Through the efforts of parents interested in growing the sport locally,

NYFH receives support from a variety of grants, donations, and assistance

from volunteers.

Nashoba Youth Field Hockey

NASHOBA YOUTH FIELD HOCKEY

Junior Development Program: Fall 2016

Nashoba Youth Field Hockey (NYFH) is a development initiative to expose the sport to individuals in the Nashoba Regional School district.

NYFH ….

* Welcomes both novice and experienced players to participate.

* Teaches step by step field hockey in a fun, educational and safe environment.

* Emphasizes individual skills, tactics, team play, and sportsmanship.

* Develops basic skills and game intelligence through modified mini game situations. It is a smaller version of the big game, which is tailored for the needs of the young field hockey players.

Registrat ion and other Information: www.nashobayouthfieldhockey.com Phone: 978.558.0171 E-mail :

nashobayouthf ie ldhockey@gmai l.com Address:

P.O.Box 93 , Bolton, MA

Revised

March 2016 2016

Interested in competitive swimming? Think you may be the next Michael Phelps or Missy Franklin?

Come experience the Greenwood Memorial Swim Club, a year round competitive swim team. We are made up of swimmers ages 6-19 and of a variety of skill levels. We have two pools for our swimmers. One at the Recreation Center at Fitchburg State University in Fitchburg and the second at the Fitness and Wellness Center at Mount Wachusett Community College in Gardner. Swimmers compete in meets in the Worcester County Swim League and throughout New England as members of United States Swimming. No team/competition experience is necessary. You just have to love the water.

For any additional information regarding prices, practice times, and our

different training levels, please visit our website:

www.greenwoodswim.com

To schedule a free, two week tryout session e-mail us at:

Greenwoodmemorialswim@gmail.com

______________________________________________________________ Interesados en la natación competitiva?

Creen que podrían ser el siguiente Michael Phelps/Missy Franklin?

VENGAN Y EXPERIMENTEN EL GREENWOOD MEMORIAL SWIM CLUB (GMSC) Greenwood Memorial Swim Club es un club de natación competitiva que trabaja todo el año. Nuestro equipo consiste en nadadores de las edades de 6 a 19 años y está compuesto de nadadores de distintos niveles, desde principiantes hasta nivel nacional. Nuestros nadadores entrenan en el Centro de Recreo de Fitchburg State University. Nuestros nadadores participan en competencia de natación en el Worcester County Swim League. También competimos en Nueva Inglaterra como miembros del United States Swimming. No hace falta tener experiencia ninguna con la natación, solo tienen que amar el agua. Para más información sobre precios, horario de entrenos, y sobre los distintos niveles de entrenamiento, por favor contacte con uno de los entrenadores en el listado adjunto. También, pueden encontrar información adicional en nuestra página web.

Para más información por favor contacten: www.greenwoodswim.com Para más información o para programar dos semanas gratis por favor contacten:

Greenwoodmemorialswim@gmail.com

2016 Bolton Summer Tennis Program

USPTA Elite Professional and Nashoba High School Varsity Tennis

Coach, Steve Winer will be directing the 8th annual Bolton Tennis

Program. Classes are held at the Nashoba Regional High School tennis

courts. All groups are divided by age and ability. This year we will be

offering weekly four day sessions. Classes are Monday – Thursday with

the exception of the July 4th week.

Please circle age, time and level

Please circle preferred four day session(s)

Private lessons for all ages are offered by appointment for $70 per hour or $40 per ½ hour.

For more information contact Steve Winer at 978-779-0158 or stevewiner@hotmail.com

Student Name: ____________________________________________ Age: __________

Address: __________________________________________________________________

Home Telephone: ____________________ Cell Phone: __________________________

Parent Name _________________________ Email: _______________________________

Please make your check payable to Steve Winer and mail to 384 South Bolton Road, Bolton, MA 01740

Classes are limited. Registration confirmation will be sent via email. We reserve the right to combine classes as necessary.

This program is not associated with the Nashoba Regional School District.

Ages: 4 – 6 10:30 – 11:30 AM Beginner Advanced Beginner Intermediate $ 95.00

Ages: 6 – 8 9:00 – 10:30 AM Beginner Advanced Beginner Intermediate $ 140.00

Ages: 9 - 14 10:30 – 12:00 PM Beginner Advanced Beginner Intermediate $ 140.00

High School 4:00 – 6:00 PM Beginner Advanced Beginner Intermediate $ 175.00

Tournament 4:00 – 6:00 PM Intermediate Advanced $ 175.00

Training

June Sessions July Sessions August Sessions

June 20th

- June 23rd

July 5th

– July 8th

August 8th

– August 11th

June 27th

– June 30th

July 18th

– July 21st

August 15th

– August 18th

July 25th

– July 28th

August 22nd

– August 25th

Field HockeySummer Program - 2016

A Fan From STOW, MA“Playing for the Strikers was life changing for me. Jen truly inspired my love for the game of field hockey. She is such a posi-tive,helpful, and passionate coach. She is always searching for new opportunities for her players and always has their best interest in mind. Jen taught me the most important part of the game of field hock-ey: the fundamentals. With that knowl-edge, a player can do anything. But beyond the game, I learned what it means to be part of a team, and I made lasting friend-ships. Playing on the Strikers was one of the best experiences of my life.”

Like us on Facebook!

www.strikersfieldhockey.com

Director - Jen Brown617-899-0530

jennybro@comcast.net

Please call to Register!617-899-0530

K - 9th GradeField Hockey Program

ALL LEVELS WELCOME!

Session 1July 18 - 22

Days: Monday - Friday

Times: 9am - 1pm

Location: Pine Bluffs, Stow

Cost: $250PLEASE NOTEPlayers must supply own stick,mouth guard,, goggles, and shinguards. Bring a water bottle!

Session 2August 8 - 12

Days: Monday - Friday

Times: 9am - 1pm

Location: Pine Bluffs, Stow

Cost: $250

Field HockeySummer Program - 2016

“Strikers Field Hockey has been nothing but a positive experience for me. It was the founda-tion for what has become a major part of my life. It taught me basic skills as well as made me understand the game. Strikers is like a second family. The girls that I played side by side with in the program have become some of my best friends. Being a teammate is something that everyone should experience and I couldn’t be more thankful to have had that experience as a Striker. Jen creates a safe and loving en-vironment for everyone in her program. The relationship that I formed with Jen is unbreak-able. She continues to help me with both field hockey and life overall. Having her as a role model is something that no other program could have given me. Jen’s program not only introduced me to the sport I fell in love with, but also some of the most important people in my life today.”Nashoba High School Class of 2016

Stow Recreation Department Program Registration Form

Director/ Coach - Jen Brown617-899-0530 OR jennybro@comcast.net

www.strikersfieldhockey.com

Player’s Name

Parent/Guardian (if under 18)

Address

Email

Phone # (day)

Phone # (night)

Please circle which week

Summer Strikers Field Hockey Camp

Session 1July 18 - 22 Days: Monday - Friday

Times: 9am - 1pm

Location: Pine Bluffs, Stow

Cost: $250

Session 2 August 8 - 12

Days: Monday - Friday

Times: 9am - 1pm

Location: Pine Bluffs, Stow

Cost: $250

Please make checks payable to:The Town of Stow

Mail to: Strikers Field HockeyP.O. Box 34Stow, MA 01775

NO REFUNDS DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER

The Town of Stow does not provide insurance. Accordingly, parents are urged to ascertain that their own coverage’s are sufficient to underwrite the cost of medical care for any injuries, which their child might sustain as a result of participa-tion in our program. As the parent of the above named child, I agree to indemnify the Town of Stow, it’s employees and agents against any claims of bodily injury, death or property damage which may arise in the course of the Recreation Department’s performance of the recreational activities described herein not caused by the Town’s negligence of that of its employees or agents. As a parent of legal guardian of the above named child, I hereby give my consent for the emergency medical care by a licensed Doctor of Medicine or Dentistry as may be warranted to preserve the well being of my child.

PARENT SIGNATURE

DATE

Jen BrownDirector/Coach

Director/Coach for summer camp, 2007 to present

Director/Coach Strikers Recreational Field Hockey Program, 2007 to present

Program Coach/Director Strikers Select ClubProgram, 2012 to present

Credited USA Field Hockey Level 1 Coach

Credited USA Field Hockey Futures & Stick Starz Coach

20 years Coaching experience - High School & Middle School

Nationally Ranked Player and All American

State of Connecticut Hall of Fame Inductee 2012

30 years playing experience

Volunteer Coach for commu-nity sports leagues

Strikers Field HockeyP. O. Box 34Stow, MA 01775617-899-0530

jennybro@comcast.net

9:00AM-4:00PM- LOW CAMPER TO COUNSELOR RATIOS.

- STAFFING THAT IS MINIMALLY 18 YEARS OLD.- A WIDE RANGE OF UNIQUE AND ENGAGING ACTIVITIES.

$265/CAMPER/WEEK

WWW.COMMUNITYRECREATION.ORG/LANCASTER/LANCASTER.HTML

978 929 9997

CHOOSE YOUR OWN ADVENTURE

CAMP LOWE 2016 Montachusett Community Branch

Camp Lowe offers an exciting summer to remember! Our location and staff are simply the best, hands down!

Camp Lowe complies with regulations set by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, the Lancaster Board of Health,

and is accredited by the American Camping Association.

YMCA Camp Lowe 2016 Sessions Fort Pond, Lancaster, MA

For boys and girls ages 6 to 14 Must have completed Kindergarten

A Camp Lowe Summer

Acres of woodlands and fields

Waterfront with docks

Arts and crafts

Athletic fields

Tennis and basketball courts

Junior baseball field

Spacious recreation hall with changing area and restrooms

Boathouse with canoes and sailboats

Tetherball

Picnic area

Session 1: June 20- June 24

Session 2: June 27– July 1

Session 3: July 5 – July 8

Session 4: July 11 – July 15

Session 5: July 18 – July 22

Session 6: July 25 – July29

Session 7: August 1 – August 5

Session 8: August 8 – August 12

Session 9: August 15 – August 19

Registration Information

Deposit: $50 Non-refundable deposit per child, per session.

Final payments must be made 3 weeks prior to each session.

Registration Fee: One $20 Non-refundable registration fee per child.

Extended Day Program fees Camp Lowe offers morning and afternoon extended day programs for campers of working parents.

YMCA AM Extended Day: $40 a session / 6:30am – 8:00am Breakfast Provided- bussed to camp

Includes transportation to Camp from YMCA

YMCA PM Extended is not available.

Camp AM Extended Day: $30 a session / 6:30am – 8:30am

Camp PM Extended Day: $30 a session / 4:00pm – 5:30pm Snacks Provided

Camp Hours: 8:30am to 4:00pm

Registration Begins March 1st

Current Physical Exam and Immunization

Record is required

Sibling discounts are available.

Call 978-343-4847 x. 208

Transportation Fees 1st child: $30 per session. 2nd child: half price

Parent Drop off ~ No Charge / PM Parent Pick UP ~No Charge

BUS ROUTES AM STOP LOCATION CITY PM

The Camp Day Each day your camper will participate in a wide variety of activities scheduled by the camp staff. Daily activities may include

swim instruction, recreational swim, arts & crafts, nature studies, boating, sports, archery, games and outdoor cooking.

Special event days and rainy day activities are scheduled as needed.

Lunch is provided Water is always plentiful and available to campers throughout the day. You may wish to send in extra snacks as well.

Basic Camp Ages 8-14 $185 / Session Available all sessions

Our Most Popular Choice! Camp Lowe offers a variety of activities including daily Swim Lessons, Recreational Swim, Crafts, Nature Studies,

Hiking, Boating, as well as plenty of field games and activities offered in a non-competitive and fun environment.

A great all around solution for active children of any age, each group consists of children the same age headed by

a senior counselor, junior counselors and CIT’s.

Bus Routes Times are subject to change. Please arrive 10 minutes early.

PARENT MUST ALWAYS ACCOMPANY CHILD AT

THE BUS STOP.

AM Stop Pick Up/Drop Off Location City PM

8:00 1 Reingold Elementary Fitchburg 4:15

7:40 2 Academy School

(Academy St. Top of

Prichard St. Steps)

Fitchburg 4:25

7:30 3 Mt. Wachusett College

(Faculty Parking Lot B)

Gardner 4:45

8:15 4 Leominster Branch

108 Adams Street

Leominster 4:45

8:00 5 Lunenburg High Lunenburg 4:30

8:10 6 Bull Run Restaurant (Rt. 2A) Shirley 4:15

7:45 7 Westminster Library (Bacon

St.)

Westminster 4:30

All buses arrive at Camp Lowe by 8:30

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE and

scholarships are available.

Contact Laurie Sleeper at:

978-343-4847 X 208 for more

information.

We accept Childcare Vouchers.

For all other information, please

contact Lenny A. Rivera

Off Season: 978-343-4847 x 216

Summer: 978-537-8477

Or lrivera@ymcaofcm.org

Camp Lowe Open House

Saturday, June 4th 11:00am – 2:00pm

Please join us for guided tours and refreshments.

Tour our camp and chat with our staff about the

upcoming summer season’s programs.

Sports Camp Ages 9-14 $185/Session Everyone Plays, Everyone Wins!

Available all sessions

Our introductory sports camp focuses on the fundamentals of the game including safety, skills, sportsmanship, and

physical conditioning in a non-competitive environment. Sports camp is great for novices and intermediates or

anyone who wants to have fun! Multi-Sports week is comprised of a variety of games and activities such as flag

football, street hockey, kickball, hiking, capture the flag, volleyball, basketball, baseball, soccer, and more! We will

begin each day with warm-ups and stretches followed by a short morning jog through camp. Good sportsmanship

is expected of everyone both on and off the field.

Sports campers participate in daily swim lessons and recreational swim.

Young Explorer’s Camp Ages 6-7 $185/Session Available all sessions

Theatre Camp Ages 9-14 $205/Session Theatre Camp – Sessions 3, 5, 7 & 9

This exciting and educational program for children ages 6-7 will focus on science and

nature activities, including ecology studies, environmental awareness, wacky

experiments, nature crafts, and more! Campers will also take part in swimming and

boating. This is a great opportunity for young campers to learn about the world around them while having fun.

Children in the Theatre Camp will write, produce, design sets and perform in plays. This is a fun, hands on

learning experience for anyone who has ever expressed an interest in acting or simply wants to try something

new and fun.

Theatre Campers camp will also participate in other camp activities such as swimming, Arts & Crafts, and Free Choice. Enrollment is limited. Don’t be left out!

Sports Camp Schedule Session 1: Multi-Sport

Session 2: Basketball

Session 3: Street Hockey

Session 4: Soccer

Session 5: Multi-Sport

Session 6: Basketball

Session 7: Baseball

Session 8: Flag Football

Session 9: Multi-Sport

Cheering Camp Ages 9-14 $205/Session Cheering Camp – Sessions 2, 4, 6 & 8

Karate Camp Ages 9-14 $205/Session Karate Camp – Sessions 2, 4, 6 & 8

Dance Camp Ages 9-14 $205/Session Dance Camp - Sessions 3, 5, 7 & 9

Campers will learn coordination, teamwork and basic Hip-Hop & Jazz dance moves to enable the children to

choreograph their own style of dance.

Sailing Camp Ages 10-14 $255/Session Sailing Camp Sessions 3, 5, 7 & 9

Limit one session per camper

Learn to sail! Campers in the sailing program will learn small craft sailing techniques, knots and water safety.

To enroll in this program, campers must pass a swim test and be between the ages of ten and fourteen.

Have fun, stretch, get in touch with your inner tiger! Students will learn the

basics of Kindai Inazuma Ryu Tai Jutsu. This means you will learn punches,

kicks, blocks, footwork, and self defense techniques! To enroll in this

program the student must have a positive “can do” attitude, and be willing

to learn the ways of the Martial Arts! This is a non-competitive module; the

student will only be “challenging” themselves to do their best, and to keep up with the Sensei!

Children in cheering camp will learn all of the basics of cheerleading.

This will include stunting, tumbling, jumping and dancing. This is a great opportunity for campers to learn the basics of cheering while having fun.

Camp Lowe offers a beginners course in sailing

using Sunfish sailboats on beautiful Fort Pond.

Our instructors hold certifications from U.S.

Sailing, as well as Lifeguard certifications from

the American Red Cross.

Our Certified instructor will focus on providing campers with a strong introduction

to the sport. Campers will learn to safely handle and maintain archery equipment.

Campers will also learn and practice steps of proper shooting form. Equipment will be provided by camp, we ask that campers do not bring their own.

CIT Program Ages: 15

Counselor in Training $330 CIT Session: July 11- July 29 (Application and Interview process required)

Contact Lenny A. Rivera for more information.

Designed for fifteen year olds who enjoy working with children and being outside. During the summer you can

develop your leadership skills under our supervision, become First-Aid and CPR certified, learn boating safety and

more. Successful completion of this 3-week program qualifies a CIT to assist counselors for the remainder of the

summer.

Waterfront All campers are expected to partake in instructional swim every day unless they have written permission

from home. Campers are constantly supervised during all swim times by American Red Cross or YMCA

certified lifeguards and the YMCA camp counselors.

Swim tests are given on the first day of camp each session to determine your child’s swimming ability.

Your child will then take part in instructional swim and recreational swim based on his or her abilities

within marked boundaries for each level.

Archery Included in basic and specialty camps Children will be able to participate in Archery with their groups 1 to 2 times per week

Archery – Sessions 3, 5, 7 & 9

Camp Lowe operates a “buddy system” as an additional safety precaution on the waterfront. The counselors will

assign your child to a child of similar swim ability in the same group. They are to alert the nearest staff person

should a child need assistance. In addition, the lifeguards clear the water every fifteen minutes for counselors to double-check swim buddies.

Family Nights Come meet with our staff and enjoy an evening of swimming, boating, and s’mores around the camp fire.

This is a great way to share the Camp Lowe experience with your child.

Games, prizes, fun and more!!

Our goal is simple: provide a safe, fun and rewarding experience for children ages 6-14. We offer low staff to child ratios,

1:10! Our staff consists of dedicated, caring individuals that have a genuine interest in helping children and enjoy the

outdoors. We employ teachers, college students, and high-school students as administrators, counselors, and specialists

committed to providing the best experience we can offer. We focus on the four character values of the YMCA: Caring, Honesty,

Respect and Responsibility. First Aid, CPR, & AED certified personnel are on site to oversee your child’s health and safety.

Camp Lowe is proudly accredited by the American Camping Association and this program has been developed exclusively for

the camp industry to insure program quality and the health and safety of campers.

Family Night Dates and Times:

July 14, 2016 from 6:00pm – 8:00pm

August 11, 2016 from 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Camp Lowe Directions

From Route 2 East:

Lancaster/Lunenburg Exit #35- Right on Rt. 70, over bridge, next Right onto Fort Pond Road.

From Route 2 West:

Lancaster/Lunenburg Exit #35- Right off exit, next Right onto Fort Pond Road.

Camp Lowe is 1/2 mile on left.

MONTACHUSETT COMMUNITY BRANCH YMCA

CAMP LOWE

55 WALLACE AVE

FITCHBURG, MA 01420

PHONE: 978-343-4847

FAX: 978-342-5462

WEBSITE: WWW.YMCAOFCM.ORG

Non-Profit Organization

U.S. POSTAGE

PAID FITCHBURG, MA PERMIT NO. 252