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Paw Prints Family Newsletter
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Dear GNBVT Community,
As we welcome the start of spring, I hope this message finds you all in good health and high spirits. The changing of the seasons brings new energy and opportunities for growth, and I wish everyone a wonderful start to this vibrant time of year.
This week, I wanted to send a special Motivating Monday Message over the PA System to encourage our seniors to stay focused and work hard:
"Seniors, as you know, Trimester 2 is officially in the books, and now we’re in the home stretch—Trimester 3. That means you have barely seven weeks left of school. To those of you who have been putting in the work, keep pushing forward! For those who still have unfinished business, now is the time to lock in and make sure you meet all of your graduation requirements.
You’ve been in school for 12 years, and we are gearing up to celebrate that journey with senior activities, prom, and, most importantly, graduation in May and June. Don’t let anything stand in the way of those memories and that moment of glory.
And as always, my goal is to see every single one of you leave here enrolled, employed, or enlisted. So stay focused, remember your purpose, and giddy up!
Let’s have a great week, and always remember to prepare with purpose, pursue with passion, persevere with pride, and always be kind!"
While this message is specifically directed toward our seniors, it also resonates with our 9th through 11th graders as we draw closer to June. It is important that we remain motivated and disciplined to finish the year strong.
As a reminder, Progress Reports for Trimester 3 will close on May 2nd. Parents and guardians, you can always monitor your child’s progress through the Aspen Parent Portal. Reaching out to your child’s teachers is also a great way to gather the information needed to have informed conversations and continue supporting their success.
Thank you for your continued partnership and dedication to our students’ growth and achievements. Let’s make the most of this spring season!
Principal Williams
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Ongoing- Candy, Snacks & Beverages Sale: Afterschool: Field House
April 7-10: Junior Banquet Tickets on Sale (Banquet May 9th)
April 8-10- Scholastic Book Fair-During Lunches: Main Lobby
April 12-Spring Fling Dance 6-10 pm – Welcome Center
April 16-MEFA College Planning Meeting: 6-7:30 pm – Auditorium
Friday, April 18- No School- Good Friday
April 21-27- NO SCHOOL- SPRING VACATION
April 28- CLASSES RESUME
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Support is Available to Meet Essential Needs
The DEI & Community Specialist is available to support all GNBVT families in meeting essential needs such as food, housing, utilities, clothing, and more. By connecting you with local organizations, we can help you access these vital resources in New Bedford and the Greater New Bedford area.
For assistance, contact the DEI & Community Specialist at 508-998-3321 ext. 752, email maria.demelo@gnbvt.edu, or visit our DEI Website to complete a Family and Community Referral Form.
Additionally, GNBVT has partnered with the Immigrants Assistance Center (IAC) to provide families with up-to-date information on “Know Your Rights” and “Plan for a Family Emergency". For more details, contact Daniel Ledesma at 508-996-8113 or via email at daniel@iac1971.org.
We also have a wonderful one page Guide for families of immigrant students’ right to attend school.
We are here to help and look forward to assisting you!
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Starts March 17th
Starting, 3/17, we’re hosting a Candy & Beverage Sale in the Gym Foyer!
This sale is for seniors and BPA chapter members, and all proceeds go toward supporting the After Prom event and the BPA-GNBVT chapter.
Snacks & Soda – $1
Gatorade, Chips & Candy – $2
Location: Gym Foyer
When: Starting 3/17 (and beyond!)
Candy & Beverages available for purchase.
Don’t miss out—your support means so much!
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Get ready for the Spring Fling Dance on April 12th from 6-10 pm in the Welcome Center, where Ms. Voc-Tech will be crowned! This event is open to GNB Voc-Tech students only.
Theme: is Masquerade
Dress to impress – it’s all about having fun! Wear what makes you feel confident and comfortable, whether it’s semi-formal or a stylish, casual look.
Important Details:
- Masks are allowed, but they must be removable.
- No face paint allowed.
- Don’t miss out on an unforgettable night of dancing, fun, and celebration! Tickets will go on sale the beginning of April.
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Tickets- CASH only- $45.00 per ticket
Junior Banquet tickets will be on sale after school from 2:30-3:00pm starting April 7th – April 10th in rooms B213 & B213A.
Permission slips for outside guests can be found on Google Classroom & must be completed by the time you purchase your ticket.
Tickets will be $45.00 – Cash Only
The event will be held on May 9th at White’s of Westport from 6-10pm. Dress code is semi-formal.
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We want to remind you to visit our school’s website for the latest scholarship opportunities available for our seniors at GNBVT. You can find current scholarships under the Guidance Page at the following link: https://www.gnbvt.edu/admissions-guidance/scholarships/
If you have questions, reach out to your Counselor.
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Jr. and Senior Course Selection: April 1 – 16 (Cycles 23 & 24) – guidance counselors will do junior and senior course selections with sophomores and juniors out of shop or related
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MEFA College Planning April 16th 6-7:30PM (Auditorium)-More information to follow
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Cartwheel-Virtual Therapy
Cartwheel virtual therapy services are available to GNBVT students offering:
- Licensed clinicians
- Multiple languages
- Acceptance and billing of medical insurance; accepts Medicaid and no insurance have $0 out of pocket costs
- Contact the GNBVT School Counseling Office for a referral:
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Starting in early April, GNBRVTHS will be conducting state-mandated SBIRT screenings for our 9th grade students. The Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) screening process focuses on the use of alcohol, marijuana, nicotine (vaping) and other substances; along with the importance of making healthy decisions. This screening consists of a series of questions only. The goal of this screening is to let our students know that we are available to them to discuss any questions or concerns related to substance use and assist them in obtaining support and treatment if needed to address substance abuse.
All SBIRT screenings are conducted confidentially by our trained school nurses and counselors in private one-on-one sessions. This program focuses on prevention, which includes healthy choices. If needed, students are connected with school counselors or other community agencies for support and education.
While the Department of Public Health requires schools to carry out this screening, please know that this is VOLUNTARY. As with any school screening, you have the right to opt-out. Parents/guardians, please be on the lookout for an opt-out letter that was provided to your student the first week or so in March during shop. For those parents/guardians who do not wish for their student to participate, there is a signature line and opt-out section to complete. If your student has misplaced the form, they can pick up another copy in the nurse’s office.
We encourage healthy choices and we are here to provide support and education. Together, GNBRVTHS and parents/guardians can make a difference in your life and we are all here for you.
For any questions or if you want to verbally opt-out your student, please reach out to the nursing staff in our Health Center:
Ursula Crowell, RN ext 205 Jaala Duarte,RN 204 Kim-Marie Horsfall, RN ext 791
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Attention Freshman Class of 2028
Scoliosis Screenings: April 28th-May 12th
MA Department of Public Health MANDATORY Scoliosis Screenings will be conducted from April 28th-May 12th for freshmen who are in gym Trimester III. This is a state requirement for the nursing staff. If you do not want your student to participate please notify the nursing staff to opt-out your student.
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Nurse Horsfall
Dear Families,
My name is Kim Horsfall, and I am excited to introduce myself as one of your school nurses. With 30 years of experience as a Registered Nurse, I have specialized in Pediatrics and Maternity. In 2008, I served as a school nurse for eight years at the elementary level, which solidified my passion for working with children in the school setting.
In 2015, I joined the GNBVT family, where I taught in the Nursing Assistant shop for ten years. While I enjoyed teaching and educating students, I missed the hands-on aspects of nursing, which led me to return to the Health Office in January of this year. I am excited to be back working in the health office and look forward to taking care of the students at GNBVT while getting to know them on a personal level. When I’m not at work, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends. I also enjoy reading, gardening, exercising, and traveling.
Thank you for your support, and I look forward to working together to ensure the health and well-being of our students.
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Health Office Contacts:
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On March 20, 2025, eight students and one state officer from Greater New Bedford Regional Vocational Technical High School attended the SkillsUSA SAiL Conference at Gillette Stadium. The SAiL (Student Advocacy and Industry Leadership) Conference is an event designed to prepare students for future careers by providing hands-on learning and professional development opportunities. At the conference, students participated in a variety of workshops aimed at improving their skills and preparing them for the workforce.
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