Wednesday, November 23, 2016

Friday Notes 11-25-16

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SCHOOL INFO:


Leland and Gray is Thankful For:

Faculty and staff were asked to what they were thankful for.  Here are a few excerpts:

I'm thankful for my friends and family.  For everything they do for me and being there for me when I need them first.
I'm thankful for L&G organized sports because they always give me confidence and happiness.
I'm thankful for my family and my friends.  I am also thankful for where I live and my way of life.  I am very appreciative of the rights and opportunities I have had from birth.
I'm thankful for having clean water, good food and the trees and wildlife.
I'm thankful for Lin Manual Miranda (writer of Hamilton, the musical)
I'm thankful for my life.
I'm thankful for everything.
I'm thankful for family, friends and my dogs.
I'm grateful for living in a great community.
I'm thankful for the green forests of Vermont and for the great family I have.  Also, my best friend.
I'm thankful for the beauty of nature in Vermont. (Anywhere in the world, really.)
I'm thankful for my girlfriend and my family.
I'm thankful for my family and the ability to participate in Leland & Gray Athletics.
I'm thankful for hunting, family, and Thanksgiving.
I'm thankful for oxygen, nitrogen, and carbon.
I'm thankful for friends.
I'm thankful for all the love I get from my friends and family, my health and new opportunities.  As long as we're breathing, we are doing well.
I'm thankful for my friends, family, food, and a place to live.
I'm thankful for cellular respiration.
I'm thankful for food.  #foodislife
I'm thankful for my family and friends.  I'm also thankful for food.  #1<3 food
I'm grateful for my friends, family, nature, and the opportunities I have/will have.
I'm thankful for the 4 F's...friends, family, food and football!
I'm thankful for my family and snowboarding this time of year!
I'm  thankful for good food and skiing this time of year!
I'm grateful for family, a job I enjoy, and warmth in my home.
I'm grateful for a full oil tank, my students, and all my loved ones near and far.
I'm grateful that no less than Bernie Sanders recognized L&G for our Schools of Excellence Award!
I'm thankful for my family, friends, food and a roof over my head.
I'm thankful for friends, family and being healthy. School. My Dog. My students, mother nature, and my health.
I'm thankful for studded snow tires and plow trucks!


Thailand Trip Fundraiser:

Directions: From the Flea Market on Route 30, turn onto Radway Hill Road. Go about ½ mile to the green bridge to Brookline. Do not cross the bridge! Instead, take a left onto Upper River Road. Our gray house with white trim is the third house on the right, after the barn.

Project Feed The Thousands:

Project Feed the Thousands will begin the first Monday after Thanksgiving Break.
Please bring in a nonperishable food item if you can to support our local food shelf. We will have an assembly on that Monday (November 28) and the class bringing in the most food items will get Spirit Points.


From National Honors Society:

Urgent! It is getting cold! Please bring in winter coats and winter bedding in good condition. NHS will be donating them to families in our area to help them stay warm this winter. 
Please bring them to Ms. L's room B4. We ask that you only bring in items that are in good condition so we don't have to throw items away. The items we receive for young children, in addition to bedding will be distributed. The items that fit students in our school will be given to the future school store. 
Thanks for your donations!

​Student Job Opportunity!:

Title: Afterschool Student Aide
Description: Responsible for assisting in the planning, organizing, implementation and promotion The Collaborative Extended Day Program 
Hours: Part time up to 12-15 hours per week, hours available afternoons (3-6), school calendar half days and some school vacations
Reports To: Programs Coordinator

Work Duties: 
1.  Engage with students in afterschool activities, providing a positive role model for their time in the program.
2. To implement The Collaborative standard administrative procedures and practices for the program regarding the designated student
3. Participate in pre-program training and regular scheduled meetings
4. To establish and maintain positive connections with designated student and other program participants
5. Support the designated student being inclusive with peers and independent 
6. To serve as a support to the designated student when necessary
7. Perform other duties as directed

Please apply at the link below, and we will contact you regarding your application.
https://thecollaborative.wufoo.com/forms/ro5ph8w1bhw7km/

Questions can be directed to Kimberly at kimberly@thecollaborative.us

SAT / ACT Registration:


If you have not yet taken one of these exams, it is highly recommended that you do so, at least once. Either exam is accepted at all schools that require standardized testing. Even if you think you are applying only to schools that do not require test scores, it is a really good idea to take one test!!! Better safe than sorry! 

ACT Test Dates
December 10, February 11, April 8, June 10
To register, visit www.act.org

SAT Test Dates
December 3, January 21, March 11, May 6, June 3
To register, visit www.collegeboard.com


November School Lunch Menu :


Senior Class Fundraiser:

Dunkin' Donuts Coupon Books for sale!!
For sale by the senior class, $10 per book with over $25 in savings!
Ask a Senior or Mrs. Liskowsky-Doak to purchase one.

Parents of Seniors:

Would you like to recognize your outstanding graduate in the 2017 Leland and Gray yearbook? Purchasing an advertisement is simple!

First, create a piece of text congratulating your student.  If you want to have a picture on your ad, send it as a jpg.

Size options:
Business card $25.00
Half page $50.00
Full page $75.00

Once your ad information is complete, you can send all your text and photos to Nika Oakes, Yearbook Editor, at noakes@lelandandgray.org Please send payment via check to Leland and Gray.Thank you for advertising in the L&G Yearbook!

Junior Iron Chef Raffle:

$10 per ticket for dinner for 4

Multiple chances to win
(Two winners per week. If you win your name goes back in for the other weeks)
Dates of meals: 11/29/16, 12/6/16, 12/13/16, 1/10/17, 1/31/17, 2/7/17, and 2/14/17

Menus:
Fresh Vegetable Tacos with Homemade Tortillas and Chipotle Sauce or Curried Vegetable Couscous-Stuffed Rainbow Peppers W/Mango-Apple Chutney and Pita Chips

**Make checks payable to “Leland and Gray High School” with “Jr. Iron Chef” on the memo
Contact Susan Jones for more information: sjones@lelandandgray.org

Above the Influence "SnowBall":

When: Friday December 16th 7-10pm
Where: Townshend Town Hall
Details: Semi-formal, $5 entry, $8 for pairs 
Who: Middle School only, no guests

LEAF:

Join LEAF every Thursday during high school lunch in the artroom, B15. 
What we are working on:
  • school garden/composting
  • attended the Youth Climate Summit at UVM on November 18th
  •  creating an educational bulletin board on A Level with changing topics that effect our environment 
  • replacing plastic utensils with silverware in the cafeteria

  • organizing the Earth Day Assembly in the Spring fundraising in February.


From The Nurse:

I am still missing a lot of Health Questionnaire/Permission to Treat Forms. Thank you to the families that have already returned them.

New Wrinkle Publishing Writers Contest:

Are you a novel writer? Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have your story inspire illustrations, or even music?

If you are at least 13 years old, have written a story that you plan to self-publish (or have one in the works that you can wrap up in the next couple of months), we invite you to submit your short synopsis (no entry fee) for a chance to win illustrations and music inspired by YOUR story!

Winners receive an original soundtrack and ten illustrations based on their book, and a professionally designed book cover. 

See Ms. BirgĂ© or go to newwrinklepublishing.com/contest/ for more information.
Everyone who enters is also eligible for prizes like t-shirts, mugs, and an amazon fire tablet. Deadline is November 28th.


New “Contests” Page on Website:

From Ms. BirgĂ© :
As literacy coach, I frequently receive announcements about contests for our students, usually around writing. These range from small local events, to national contests with hundreds of students entering. 

With help from our IT department, we’ve decided to create a space on our website for these contests. We hope that this will encourage more students to compete. You can find this new page underneath the  “Students and Parents” tab. 

Entering contests is a great way for your student to push themselves academically, and to connect skills they learn in school to the real world. As well, many contests have cash or other prizes, even for runners-up. Keep an eye on this new section of our website, and please encourage your student to enter some contests!

Thailand Trip Fundraiser:


Please Contact Mr Rico at 365-7355 ext 111 or via email fricohermoso@lelandandgray.org

L&G Facebook Page:

Did you know Leland & Gray has a Facebook page?  Like the page for updates and pictures of things happening at L&G!      https://www.facebook.com/lelandandgray/




AFTER SCHOOL INFO:


Late Bus:

Reminder to Parents and Students:
The late bus and all HEY activities will resume November 28.
You can access the full late bus schedule here.


HEY! After School Programs:

HEY After School Programs run when the Late Bus is running.
These free programs are additional offerings beyond sports, drama and band  practices. 
For a full schedule of the week go to HEY Programs on the co-curricular tab on Leland and Gray website.
Session 2
*Maker Space projects: take apart and build gadgets of all kinds

*Video Games--what makes a good game? Test some and learn the coding to create your own.

* Jr Iron Chef: it's like Varsity Cooking! Be part of a team learning professional cooking skills

* Board Games and Role Playing Games

* LGTV: Digital Filming and Editing--Create Morning Announcement Videos

*Hey Help continues with homework help and subject area tutoring

*Weight Training

*Badminton

*Volleyball

We also offer paid positions for high school students to be Elementary Counselors and Peer Tutors. There are specific requirements and applications for these positions.  Contact Thara for more information. (See below)

**Please note that Elementary Counselors and Peer Tutors cannot start work until they receive a confirmation email that all their hiring paperwork is complete

Information on HEY and the late bus will be continually updated on the Leland and Gray website.  Look for HEY After School on the Co-curricular webpages.

Contact person for any questions:  Thara Fuller, Director of Expanded Learning:  tfuller@windhamcentral.org  802-365-9510



COMMUNITY:


If you have any community events or information you would like to be listed in Friday Notes, please e-mail fridaynotes@lelandandgray.org


Crisis Text Line available in Vermont - Text VT to 741741:

Vermonters who are experiencing a mental health crisis now have a new way to find support when and where they need it, 24 hours a day. Crisis Text Line™ provides free*, round-the-clock support, seven days a week by providing access via text messaging to trained Crisis Counselors at the moment help and support are needed. This service is being provided through a partnership between the Vermont Department of Mental Health and the national organization Crisis Text Line. This is a welcomed key addition to the other mental health services available for Vermonters to access when circumstances or events become difficult to handle. Learn more about the national organization

*for Verizon, AT&T, Sprint or T-Mobile carriers; all others carriers may charge rates

ATHLETICS:


Students!  Athletes!  Leaders!:

Come join us!  We are forming a leadership group for student athletes who are interested in playing a lead role on their teams, helping organize school athletic events, help work on spirit week, and working together to coordinate other community and leadership activities.

Meetings will be before school so they don't interfere with practices.  Anyone interested should come to the next meeting on Tuesday, December 6th at 7:15 am in the Weight Room.  See Mr. Barton or Mrs. Liskowsky-Doak if you have any questions.


Save the Date:

L&G Rebel Nation will be hosting the HARLEM SUPERSTARS on Saturday January 14th at 6pm in the Main Gym!

We will be putting a team together of principals, teachers and community members to take on the Superstars. 

This night will include SLAM DUNKS, TRICKS, AUTOGRAPHS and a special HALFTIME SHOW! 

The L&G Booster Club and Athletic Department will be selling tickets at all L&G home basketball games. Tickets purchased in advance are $10, tickets at the door the night of the show are $15.

Come enjoy some family fun at a great community event....Go Rebels!

If you have questions please email Marty Testo at mtesto@lelandandgray.org

Show Your Rebel Pride:

Online Store for the Booster Club. Get Your Rebel Gear!
https://lelandandgrayapparel.itemorder.com/sale?read_message=true

Online Registration for Winter Sports:

The online registration is open for students interested in participating in MS and/or high school winter sports. This includes basketball and snowboarding. Please go to the L&G website and click on Co-Curricular Activities, then click on  Athletics. Click on the link click there for online forms and submittal.

Please follow the instructions from there. If you have questions please contact the Technical Support number provided on the site.

Go Rebels!

Co-Curricular Calendar:

Tired of Digital Sports/League Minder?  We were too!  So we've transferred all of the co-curricular events to a Google Calendar which can be found on the left hand menu bar of the L&G homepage or here:  http://lelandandgray.org/index.php/co-curricular-calendar  Many thanks to the IT department for their assistance with this process!  The information will still be kept up to date on Digital Sports.


Thursday, November 17, 2016

Friday Notes 11-18-16

If you are not receiving Friday Notes by email and would like to or if you would like to be removed from the Friday Notes email list, please email  fridaynotes@lelandandgray.org 
Please also add fridaynotes@lelandandgray.org to your contact list so the mailing doesn't end up in your spam folder. Thank you. 


SCHOOL INFO:


Hazing, Harassment and/or Bullying:

In August you received a paper mailing which included our Policy and Procedure on the Prevention of Harassment, Hazing and Bullying of Students.  This is a reminder that the policy and procedure, as well as contact information for L&G's Designated Employees and District Equity Coordinator, are available on the L&G website and can be found here:  http://www.lelandandgray.org/index.php/students-and-parents-cols2/hazing-harassment-and-bullying

The full policy and procedure can be read here and paper copies are available from Principal Thibault by request.

If you or your student have questions, or wish to report an incident of bullying, harassment or hazing, you can contact any of the following people:
Phoebe Connolly at 802-365-7355 ext 279 or pconnolly@lelandandgray.org
Marty Testo at 802-365-7355 ext 151 or mtesto@lelandandgray.org

Thailand Trip Fundraiser:

Directions: From the Flea Market on Route 30, turn onto Radway Hill Road. Go about ½ mile to the green bridge to Brookline. Do not cross the bridge! Instead, take a left onto Upper River Road. Our gray house with white trim is the third house on the right, after the barn.

From NHS: Project Feed The Thousands:

Project Feed the Thousands will begin the first Monday after Thanksgiving Break.
Please bring in a nonperishable food item if you can to support our local food shelf. We will have an assembly on that Monday (November 28) and the class bringing in the most food items will get Spirit Points.


From NHS: Urgent Message:

Urgent! It is getting cold! Please bring in winter coats and winter bedding in good condition. NHS will be donating them to families in our area to help them stay warm this winter. 
Please bring them to Ms. L's room B4. We ask that you only bring in items that are in good condition so we don't have to throw items away. The items we receive for young children, in addition to bedding will be distributed. The items that fit students in our school will be given to the future school store. 
Thanks for your donations!

Connecticut Valley Fall Music Festival:

The following students auditioned for and will be participating in the Connecticut Valley Fall Music Festival at Twin Valley High School on November 18th and 19th: Alice Coyne, Hazel Seiden, Kirsten Munson and Dakota Gervais will be in the middle school chorus; Emma Urbaska, Sarah Andersen, Veronica Stevens, Caroline Mehner, Trevor Wood, and Gabrel Vanni-Phillips will be in the high school jazz choir and Fairen Stark and Felix Judd-Wright will be in the high school concert band.

SAT / ACT Registration:


If you have not yet taken one of these exams, it is highly recommended that you do so, at least once. Either exam is accepted at all schools that require standardized testing. Even if you think you are applying only to schools that do not require test scores, it is a really good idea to take one test!!! Better safe than sorry! 

ACT Test Dates
December 10, February 11, April 8, June 10
To register, visit www.act.org

SAT Test Dates
 December 3, January 21, March 11, May 6, June 3
To register, visit www.collegeboard.com

November School Lunch Menu :

Monday Nov 21: BBQ Chicken Sandwich, Oven-Baked Fries, Fresh Fruit and Veggie Bar
Tuesday November 22: Taco Bar w/soft shell, Homemade salsa,  Fresh Fruit and Veggie Bar

Senior Class Fundraiser :


Dunkin' Donuts Coupon Books for sale!!
For sale by the senior class, $10 per book with over $25 in savings!
Ask a Senior or Mrs. Liskowsky-Doak to purchase one.


Parents of Seniors:

Would you like to recognize your outstanding graduate in the 2017 Leland and Gray yearbook? Purchasing an advertisement is simple!

First, create a piece of text congratulating your student.  If you want to have a picture on your ad, send it as a jpg.

Size options:
Business card $25.00
Half page $50.00
Full page $75.00

Once your ad information is complete, you can send all your text and photos to Nika Oakes, Yearbook Editor, at noakes@lelandandgray.org Please send payment via check to Leland and Gray.Thank you for advertising in the L&G Yearbook!

Junior Iron Chef Raffle!!:

$10 per ticket for dinner for 4

Multiple chances to win
(Two winners per week. If you win your name goes back in for the other weeks)
Dates of meals: 11/29/16, 12/6/16, 12/13/16, 1/10/17, 1/31/17, 2/7/17, and 2/14/17

Menus:
Fresh Vegetable Tacos with Homemade Tortillas and Chipotle Sauce
or
Curried Vegetable Couscous-Stuffed Rainbow Peppers W/Mango-Apple Chutney and Pita Chips
**Make checks payable to “Leland and Gray High School”
with “Jr. Iron Chef” on the memo
Contact Susan Jones for more information: sjones@lelandandgray.org

Above the Influence "SnowBall":

When: Friday December 16th 7-10pm
Where: Townshend Town Hall
Details: Semi-formal, $5 entry, $8 for pairs 
Who: Middle School only, no guests


November Refuse to Use Meetings - Mark your Calendars:
.

Mandatory make up event for RTU students in Grades 9, 10,11, 12: 

There is a make up teen movie night event set for Friday, November 18th at the Wardsboro Library.  If you are missing any meetings be sure to go to this make up.  Passes will be handed out before the Thanksgiving break..
You must have gone to 3 events to receive your pass.

From The Nurse

I am still missing a lot of Health Questionnaire/Permission to Treat Forms. Thank you to the families that have already returned them.

New Wrinkle Publishing Writers Contest:

Are you a novel writer? Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have your story inspire illustrations, or even music?

If you are at least 13 years old, have written a story that you plan to self-publish (or have one in the works that you can wrap up in the next couple of months), we invite you to submit your short synopsis (no entry fee) for a chance to win illustrations and music inspired by YOUR story!

Winners receive an original soundtrack and ten illustrations based on their book, and a professionally designed book cover. 

See Ms. BirgĂ© or go to newwrinklepublishing.com/contest/ for more information.
Everyone who enters is also eligible for prizes like t-shirts, mugs, and an amazon fire tablet. Deadline is November 28th.


Announcement! New “Contests” Page on Website:

From Ms. BirgĂ© :
As literacy coach, I frequently receive announcements about contests for our students, usually around writing. These range from small local events, to national contests with hundreds of students entering. 

With help from our IT department, we’ve decided to create a space on our website for these contests. We hope that this will encourage more students to compete. You can find this new page underneath the  “Students and Parents” tab. 

Entering contests is a great way for your student to push themselves academically, and to connect skills they learn in school to the real world. As well, many contests have cash or other prizes, even for runners-up. Keep an eye on this new section of our website, and please encourage your student to enter some contests!



Thailand Trip Fundraiser


Please Contact Mr Rico at 365-7355 ext 111 or via email fricohermoso@lelandandgray.org

L&G Facebook Page:

Did you know Leland & Gray has a Facebook page?  Like the page for updates and pictures of things happening at L&G!      https://www.facebook.com/lelandandgray/


Seniors:

Please check your L&G e-mail frequently for important yearbook and senior year information.
Thank you!

AFTER SCHOOL INFO:


Late Bus:

Reminder to Parents and Students:
HEY Help will run after school on Monday and Tuesday but there will not be a late bus and no other HEY program activities. The late bus and all HEY activities will resume November 28.
You can access the full late bus schedule here.


HEY! After School Programs:

HEY After School Programs run when the Late Bus is running.
These free programs are additional offerings beyond sports, drama and band  practices. 
For a full schedule of the week go to HEY Programs on the co-curricular tab on Leland and Gray website.
Session 2
*Maker Space projects: take apart and build gadgets of all kinds

*Video Games--what makes a good game? Test some and learn the coding to create your own.

* Jr Iron Chef: it's like Varsity Cooking! Be part of a team learning professional cooking skills

* Board Games and Role Playing Games

* LGTV: Digital Filming and Editing--Create Morning Announcement Videos

*Hey Help continues with homework help and subject area tutoring

*Weight Training

*Badminton

*Volleyball

We also offer paid positions for high school students to be Elementary Counselors and Peer Tutors. There are specific requirements and applications for these positions.  Contact Thara for more information. (See below)

**Please note that Elementary Counselors and Peer Tutors cannot start work until they receive a confirmation email that all their hiring paperwork is complete

Information on HEY and the late bus will be continually updated on the Leland and Gray website.  Look for HEY After School on the Co-curricular webpages.

Contact person for any questions:  Thara Fuller, Director of Expanded Learning:  tfuller@windhamcentral.org  802-365-9510


 L'After Fundraiser:

The next L'After fundraiser is on Saturday November 19th at the Townshend Town Hall.

*Silent Auction of holiday gift items including a glass ornament from Robert DuGrenier and a hand-painted Jennie Blue serving dish. 
*Chili cook-off 
*Local band and family fun 

We are partnering again with the Community Hope and Action group. They organize monthly events with free dinners and concerts/dances to build community and support in the Townshend area. Auction items and volunteers are needed--please contact Thara at tfuller@windhamcentral.org or 802-365-9510



COMMUNITY:


If you have any community events or information you would like to be listed in Friday Notes, please e-mail fridaynotes@lelandandgray.org


Crisis Text Line available in Vermont - Text VT to 741741:

Vermonters who are experiencing a mental health crisis now have a new way to find support when and where they need it, 24 hours a day. Crisis Text Line™ provides free*, round-the-clock support, seven days a week by providing access via text messaging to trained Crisis Counselors at the moment help and support are needed. This service is being provided through a partnership between the Vermont Department of Mental Health and the national organization Crisis Text Line. This is a welcomed key addition to the other mental health services available for Vermonters to access when circumstances or events become difficult to handle. Learn more about the national organization

*for Verizon, AT&T, Sprint or T-Mobile carriers; all others carriers may charge rates

ATHLETICS:


Students!  Athletes!  Leaders!:

Come join us!  We are forming a leadership group for student athletes who are interested in playing a lead role on their teams, helping organize school athletic events, help work on spirit week, and working together to coordinate other community and leadership activities.

Meetings will be before school so they don't interfere with practices.  Anyone interested should come to the first meeting next Tuesday at 7:15 am in the Weight Room.  See Mr. Barton or Mrs. Liskowsky-Doak if you have any questions.


PLEASE MARK YOUR CALENDARS!!!!:

L&G Rebel Nation will be hosting the HARLEM SUPERSTARS on Saturday January 14th at 6pm in the Main Gym!

We will be putting a team together of principals, teachers and community members to take on the Superstars. 

This night will include SLAM DUNKS, TRICKS, AUTOGRAPHS and a special HALFTIME SHOW! 

The L&G Booster Club and Athletic Department will be selling tickets at all L&G home basketball games. Tickets purchased in advance are $10, tickets at the door the night of the show are $15.

Come enjoy some family fun at a great community event....Go Rebels!

If you have questions please email Marty Testo at mtesto@lelandandgray.org

Girls High School Basketball Program:

Mandatory Parent/Player/Coach Meeting
Monday November 21st
6-7pm
Activity Room


Show Your Rebel Pride:

Online Store for the Booster Club. Get Your Rebel Gear!
https://lelandandgrayapparel.itemorder.com/sale?read_message=true

Open Gym:

Girls Open Gym Times:

Tuesdays 4-6pm
Thursdays 5-7pm
Sundays 4-6pm

Boys Open Gym Times:

Mondays and Wednesdays 2:45-4:30pm (weight room) and 5-6pm (open gym)

Online Registration for Winter Sports:

The online registration is open for students interested in participating in MS and/or high school winter sports. This includes basketball and snowboarding. Please go to the L&G website and click on Co-Curricular Activities, then click on  Athletics. Click on the link click there for online forms and submittal.

Please follow the instructions from there. If you have questions please contact the Technical Support number provided on the site.

Go Rebels!

Co-Curricular Calendar:

Tired of Digital Sports/League Minder?  We were too!  So we've transferred all of the co-curricular events to a Google Calendar which can be found on the left hand menu bar of the L&G homepage or here:  http://lelandandgray.org/index.php/co-curricular-calendar  Many thanks to the IT department for their assistance with this process!  The information will still be kept up to date on Digital Sports.


Thursday, November 10, 2016

Friday Notes 11-11-16

If you are not receiving Friday Notes by email and would like to or if you would like to be removed from the Friday Notes email list, please email  fridaynotes@lelandandgray.org 
Please also add fridaynotes@lelandandgray.org to your contact list so the mailing doesn't end up in your spam folder. Thank you. 


SCHOOL INFO:


Hazing, Harassment and/or Bullying:

In August you received a paper mailing which included our Policy and Procedure on the Prevention of Harassment, Hazing and Bullying of Students.  This is a reminder that the policy and procedure, as well as contact information for L&G's Designated Employees and District Equity Coordinator, are available on the L&G website and can be found here:  http://www.lelandandgray.org/index.php/students-and-parents-cols2/hazing-harassment-and-bullying

The full policy and procedure can be read here and paper copies are available from Principal Thibault by request.

If you or your student have questions, or wish to report an incident of bullying, harassment or hazing, you can contact any of the following people:
Phoebe Connolly at 802-365-7355 ext 279 or pconnolly@lelandandgray.org
Marty Testo at 802-365-7355 ext 151 or mtesto@lelandandgray.org

Thailand Trip Fundraiser:

Directions: From the Flea Market on Route 30, turn onto Radway Hill Road. Go about ½ mile to the green bridge to Brookline. Do not cross the bridge! Instead, take a left onto Upper River Road. Our gray house with white trim is the third house on the right, after the barn.

From NHS: Project Feed The Thousands:

Project Feed the Thousands will begin the first Monday after Thanksgiving Break.
Please bring in a nonperishable food item if you can to support our local food shelf. We will have an assembly on that Monday (November 28) and the class bringing in the most food items will get Spirit Points.


From NHS: Urgent Message:

Urgent! It is getting cold! Please bring in winter coats and winter bedding in good condition. NHS will be donating them to families in our area to help them stay warm this winter. 
Please bring them to Ms. L's room B4. We ask that you only bring in items that are in good condition so we don't have to throw items away. The items we receive for young children, in addition to bedding will be distributed. The items that fit students in our school will be given to the future school store. 
Thanks for your donations!

Connecticut Valley Fall Music Festival:

The following students auditioned for and will be participating in the Connecticut Valley Fall Music Festival at Twin Valley High School on November 18th and 19th: Alice Coyne, Hazel Seiden, Kirsten Munson and Dakota Gervais will be in the middle school chorus; Emma Urbaska, Sarah Andersen, Veronica Stevens, Caroline Mehner, Trevor Wood, and Gabrel Vanni-Phillips will be in the high school jazz choir and Fairen Stark and Felix Judd-Wright will be in the high school concert band.

SAT / ACT Registration:


If you have not yet taken one of these exams, it is highly recommended that you do so, at least once. Either exam is accepted at all schools that require standardized testing. Even if you think you are applying only to schools that do not require test scores, it is a really good idea to take one test!!! Better safe than sorry! 

ACT Test Dates
December 10, February 11, April 8, June 10
To register, visit www.act.org

SAT Test Dates
 December 3, January 21, March 11, May 6, June 3
To register, visit www.collegeboard.com


Wreath Sale:

The Junior class is having a wreath sale in order to raise money to put on the prom. The wreaths are an easy way to brighten up any home. 
Prices:
$17 for a plain wreath
$20 for a wreath decorated by the 11th grade class

From The Nurse :

I'm still missing Health Questionnaire/Permission to Treat Forms and Dental Enrollment Paperwork for MANY or our students. Please complete and return those forms as soon as possible. If you need a new copy of the form please contact me or have your child pick them up from me or the front office. Please contact me if you have any questions.
Thank you,

Sara Dunbar ATC, RN, INHC, EMT
Associate School Nurse



Save The Date! Spamalot:

Leland and Gray Players' first show of its 21st season is Eric Idle's Spamalot!
Lovingly ripped off from the classic film comedy "Monty Python and the Holy Grail,” Spamalot retells the legend of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table, and features a bevy of showgirls -- not to mention cows, killer rabbits, and French people.  Spamalot is a rollicking musical comedy. Spamalot boasts a large cast from many grade levels.



Spamalot takes place in Leland and Gray’s historic Dutton Gymnasium:
Thursday, November 10 at 7pm
Friday, November 11 at 7:30 pm;
Saturday, November 12 at 3pm and 7:30
Sunday, November13 at 3pm . 

Tickets are $8 for adults, $5 for students and 62+.
All refreshments and delicacies are by donation.
For more information or to reserve in advance, contact Annie Landenberger at 802-365-7355 x 204 or alandenberger@lelandandgray.org.

Above the Influence "SnowBall":

When: Friday December 16th 7-10pm
Where: Townshend Town Hall
Details: Semi-formal, $5 entry, $8 for pairs 
Who: Middle School only, no guests


November Refuse to Use Meetings - Mark your Calendars:
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Mandatory Grade 10 student meeting : Nov 14 in the library at 6:30

Mandatory make up event for RTU students in Grades 9, 10,11, 12: 
There is a make up teen movie night event set for Friday, November 18th at the Wardsboro Library.  If you are missing any meetings be sure to go to this make up.  Passes will be handed out before the Thanksgiving break..
You must have gone to 3 events to receive your pass.

LEAF:


LEAF - Join LEAF every Thursday during high school lunch in the artroom, B15. 
What we are working on:
school garden/composting attending the Youth Climate Summit at UVM on November 18th creating an educational bulletin board on A Level with changing topics that effect our environment replacing plastic utensils with silverware in the cafeteria organizing the Earth Day Assembly in the Spring fundraising in February.

New Wrinkle Publishing Writers Contest:

Are you a novel writer? Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have your story inspire illustrations, or even music?

If you are at least 13 years old, have written a story that you plan to self-publish (or have one in the works that you can wrap up in the next couple of months), we invite you to submit your short synopsis (no entry fee) for a chance to win illustrations and music inspired by YOUR story!

Winners receive an original soundtrack and ten illustrations based on their book, and a professionally designed book cover. 

See Ms. BirgĂ© or go to newwrinklepublishing.com/contest/ for more information.
Everyone who enters is also eligible for prizes like t-shirts, mugs, and an amazon fire tablet. Deadline is November 28th.

Announcement! New “Contests” Page on Website:

From Ms. BirgĂ© :
As literacy coach, I frequently receive announcements about contests for our students, usually around writing. These range from small local events, to national contests with hundreds of students entering. 

With help from our IT department, we’ve decided to create a space on our website for these contests. We hope that this will encourage more students to compete. You can find this new page underneath the  “Students and Parents” tab. 

Entering contests is a great way for your student to push themselves academically, and to connect skills they learn in school to the real world. As well, many contests have cash or other prizes, even for runners-up. Keep an eye on this new section of our website, and please encourage your student to enter some contests!

L&G Facebook Page:

Did you know Leland & Gray has a Facebook page?  Like the page for updates and pictures of things happening at L&G!      https://www.facebook.com/lelandandgray/


Seniors:

Please check your L&G e-mail frequently for important yearbook and senior year information.
Fill out the Project Graduations Survey by MONDAY!!!
Thank you!

AFTER SCHOOL INFO:


Late Bus:

Reminder to Parents and Students:
THE LATE BUS IS BACK! (not running Thanksgiving week)
You can access the full late bus schedule here.


HEY! After School Programs:

HEY After School Programs run when the Late Bus is running.
These free programs are additional offerings beyond sports, drama and band  practices. 
For a full schedule of the week go to HEY Programs on the co-curricular tab on Leland and Gray website.
Session 2
*Maker Space projects: take apart and build gadgets of all kinds

*Video Games--what makes a good game? Test some and learn the coding to create your own.

* Jr Iron Chef: it's like Varsity Cooking! Be part of a team learning professional cooking skills

* Board Games and Role Playing Games

* LGTV: Digital Filming and Editing--Create Morning Announcement Videos

*Hey Help continues with homework help and subject area tutoring

*Weight Training

*Badminton

*Volleyball

We also offer paid positions for high school students to be Elementary Counselors and Peer Tutors. There are specific requirements and applications for these positions.  Contact Thara for more information. (See below)

**Please note that Elementary Counselors and Peer Tutors cannot start work until they receive a confirmation email that all their hiring paperwork is complete

Information on HEY and the late bus will be continually updated on the Leland and Gray website.  Look for HEY After School on the Co-curricular webpages.

Contact person for any questions:  Thara Fuller, Director of Expanded Learning:  tfuller@windhamcentral.org  802-365-9510


 L'After Fundraiser:

The next L'After fundraiser is on Saturday November 19th at the Townshend Town Hall.

*Silent Auction of holiday gift items including a glass ornament from Robert DuGrenier and a hand-painted Jennie Blue serving dish. 
*Chili cook-off 
*Local band and family fun 

We are partnering again with the Community Hope and Action group. They organize monthly events with free dinners and concerts/dances to build community and support in the Townshend area. Auction items and volunteers are needed--please contact Thara at tfuller@windhamcentral.org or 802-365-9510



COMMUNITY:


If you have any community events or information you would like to be listed in Friday Notes, please e-mail fridaynotes@lelandandgray.org


Harvest Supper:

Harvest Supper at Windham Town Hall (church in North Windham) Saturday, November 12 at 5 pm

ATHLETICS:


Open Gym:

Girls Open Gym Times:

Tuesdays 4-6pm
Thursdays 5-7pm
Sundays 4-6pm

Boys Open Gym Times:

Mondays and Wednesdays 2:45-4:30pm (weight room) and 5-6pm (open gym)

Soccer Banquet:

WHEN: Tuesday November 15th
TIME: 6-8pm
WHERE: L&G Main Gym and Activity Room
STYLE: Pot Luck....SO BRING YOUR FAVORITE DISH!


Online Registration for Winter Sports:

The online registration is open for students interested in participating in MS and/or high school winter sports. This includes basketball and snowboarding. Please go to the L&G website and click on Co-Curricular Activities, then click on  Athletics. Click on the link click there for online forms and submittal.

Please follow the instructions from there. If you have questions please contact the Technical Support number provided on the site.

Go Rebels!

Co-Curricular Calendar:

Tired of Digital Sports/League Minder?  We were too!  So we've transferred all of the co-curricular events to a Google Calendar which can be found on the left hand menu bar of the L&G homepage or here:  http://lelandandgray.org/index.php/co-curricular-calendar  Many thanks to the IT department for their assistance with this process!  The information will still be kept up to date on Digital Sports.