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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-bullyingThe 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
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
November 5, December 3, January 21, March 11, May 6, June 3
To register, visit www.collegeboard.com
Thank you,
Sara Dunbar ATC, RN, INHC, EMT
Associate School Nurse
ACT Test Dates
December 10, February 11, April 8, June 10
To register, visit www.act.org
SAT Test Dates
November 5, 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.
Where: Townshend Town Hall
Details: Semi-formal, $5 entry, $8 for pairs
Who: Middle School only, no guests
Mandatory Grade 9 student meeting: Nov 9 after school at 2:40.
Mandatory Grade 10 student meeting : Nov 14 in the library at 6:30
Mandatory Grade 11 & 12 student meeting: Nov 10 in the library at 6:30.
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.
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 7-10pmWhere: 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 Grade 9 student meeting: Nov 9 after school at 2:40.Mandatory Grade 10 student meeting : Nov 14 in the library at 6:30
Mandatory Grade 11 & 12 student meeting: Nov 10 in the library at 6:30.
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.
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. Birgé 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.
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. Birgé 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. Birgé :
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!
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!
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.
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
Fill out the Project Graduations Survey by MONDAY!!!
Thank you!
AFTER SCHOOL INFO:
Late Bus:
Reminder to Parents and Students:
The late bus will resume operation on Monday, November 7th.
The late bus will resume operation on Monday, November 7th.
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.
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
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
ATHLETICS:
A Very Nice Message From a Thetford Parent:
Congratulations to your Lady Rebels and an excellent job to the keeper of the Rebels! I just wanted to take a second as a Thetford Academy parent of #15 to write a message to say in my years of being a parent participating in high school sports it was the first playoff game where fans, parents and students were blended in the crowd while watching the game! Both amazing communities and support systems to the young ladies while showing respect to one another! Thank you for making the game a wonderful experience in all aspects! Congratulations once again!
Girls In The Game:
Positive Coaching Alliance (PCA) and Harvard University are hosting
Play On: Girls in the Game,
When: Thursday, November 10, 2016 from 6:30-8:45 pm
Where:Harvard’s Murr Center in the Hall of History
What:Play On: Girls in the Game is focused on the importance of having girls play on, meaning get and stay in sports, to develop the skills they need to succeed in life. PCA and Harvard University have assembled an all-star panel of female athletes, female leaders, and coaches of female athletes, including:
· Katey Stone, Harvard Women’s Ice Hockey Coach, former US Olympic Hockey Coach, and PCA National Advisory Board Member
· Gevvie Stone, Silver medalist in single sculling in Rio 2016 and Physician
· Cat Whitehill – Boston Breakers coach, former NWSL player, USWNT member, Olympic Gold Medalist, and 4-time All-American
· Lindsey Kittredge, Cofounder and Executive Director of Shooting Touch, and its G3 - Getting Girls in the Game basketball program for girls in Boston
· Ted Minnis, Harvard Women’s and Men’s Water Polo Coach and PCA Double-Goal Coach Award Winner
Tickets are available on PCA-NE’s website at http://www.positivecoach.org/events/play-on-girls-in-the-game/
Ticket Prices:$20 for students, $50 for adults
Pre-event Playmaker Reception from 6:30-7:15 pm
Ticket Prices:$40 for students,$100 for adults.
The proceeds from this event will support PCA-NE whose mission is to develop Better Athletes, Better People by working to provide young athletes with positive, character-building sports experiences.
Play On: Girls in the Game,
When: Thursday, November 10, 2016 from 6:30-8:45 pm
Where:Harvard’s Murr Center in the Hall of History
What:Play On: Girls in the Game is focused on the importance of having girls play on, meaning get and stay in sports, to develop the skills they need to succeed in life. PCA and Harvard University have assembled an all-star panel of female athletes, female leaders, and coaches of female athletes, including:
· Katey Stone, Harvard Women’s Ice Hockey Coach, former US Olympic Hockey Coach, and PCA National Advisory Board Member
· Gevvie Stone, Silver medalist in single sculling in Rio 2016 and Physician
· Cat Whitehill – Boston Breakers coach, former NWSL player, USWNT member, Olympic Gold Medalist, and 4-time All-American
· Lindsey Kittredge, Cofounder and Executive Director of Shooting Touch, and its G3 - Getting Girls in the Game basketball program for girls in Boston
· Ted Minnis, Harvard Women’s and Men’s Water Polo Coach and PCA Double-Goal Coach Award Winner
Tickets are available on PCA-NE’s website at http://www.positivecoach.org/events/play-on-girls-in-the-game/
Ticket Prices:$20 for students, $50 for adults
Pre-event Playmaker Reception from 6:30-7:15 pm
Ticket Prices:$40 for students,$100 for adults.
The proceeds from this event will support PCA-NE whose mission is to develop Better Athletes, Better People by working to provide young athletes with positive, character-building sports experiences.
MS Girls Soccer Social:
Thursday, November 10th, 2:45-4:00 in Ms. R's room.
Please bring your washed uniform to turn in!
Please bring your washed uniform to turn in!
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!
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.
