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SCHOOL INFO:
Radon Update:
Following the board meeting where radon levels were discussed, two things have happened:1) The school's drinking water has been tested for radon and uranium and "both are under the limits for drinking water in Vermont." (Ian Schrauf, H2O Guy Environmental Services)
2) The radon mitigation work has been completed, to the degree that the suction tubes have been installed in the library and in the water tank room on D-level. Due to the quality of the soil under our building's foundation, we are not yet sure that the scope of the project with sufficiently reduce radon levels. We are exploring the installation of a more powerful exhaust fan to increase suction and lower the radon levels further. Stay tuned!
All School Assembly:
Ty Sells, an expert speaker on the topic of youth substance abuse prevention, will be coming to Leland & Gray on May 5th for an all-school presentation on the health impacts of marijuana. Not just a speaker, Ty brings over twenty-two years of experience in drug prevention and community services. He is a “product” of the Youth to Youth high school program, and spent years during and after college working directly with youth in its’ local program. Ty is known across the country for his charisma, humor, and leadership. He has developed a number of trainings, workshops, and presentations for both youth and adults to address the many complex issues that confront today’s young people.
His presentation will be from 8-9am, including some time for questions. The presentation will be sponsored by West River Valley Thrives & the Windham County Partnership for Success. Contact Kate Venne for details/questions.
His presentation will be from 8-9am, including some time for questions. The presentation will be sponsored by West River Valley Thrives & the Windham County Partnership for Success. Contact Kate Venne for details/questions.
CALLING ALL WRITERS AND ILLUSTRATORS!:
CALLING ALL WRITERS AND ILLUSTRATORS--students, faculty and staff!Please submit your work to Mimesis, the Leland and Gray Literary
Magazine, by Friday, May 12.
Send to:
alandenberger@lelandandgray.org , 18rachels@lelandandgray.org,
17chloef@lelandandgray.org, OR 17danielles@lelandandgray.org.
Questions? Ask Rachel Sorrell, Danielle Senn, Chloe Fawcett or Ms. L..
Prom 2017:
The Junior/Senior Prom will take place on May 13, 2017 at the Stratton Mountain Club from 7pm to 11pm.
The theme is "Under the Stars".
Tickets are on sale now. The cost of the tickets in advance are $35 for one and $60 for two. The Grand March will begin around 7:45.
Tux rentals are available at VT Artisans, Miller Brothers and Costume Ladies OR wear a nice suit and shoes.
The theme is "Under the Stars".
Tickets are on sale now. The cost of the tickets in advance are $35 for one and $60 for two. The Grand March will begin around 7:45.
Tux rentals are available at VT Artisans, Miller Brothers and Costume Ladies OR wear a nice suit and shoes.
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:
June 10
To register, visit www.act.org
SAT Test Dates
May 6, June 3
To register, visit www.collegeboard.com
ACT Test Dates:
June 10
To register, visit www.act.org
SAT Test Dates
May 6, June 3
To register, visit www.collegeboard.com
May School Lunch Menu:
Class of 2017:
Class of 2017 High School Seniors at Leland and Gray are fundraising for their Project Graduation to be held at Snow Lake Lodge at Mount Snow. Here are some of our upcoming fundraising events, love to have you support us in any way you can!
1. 50/50 Raffle From April 14 to May 7. Tickets are $1.00 each and 6 for $5.00. Raffle Winner will be picked at our 2nd Sip and Swirl Event on Sunday May 7th. Location and time forthcoming.
Please come and Support L&G 2017 Project Graduation!!! You can get tickets from any Senior.
From the L&G Music Department:
Come enjoy hearing the school bands and choruses at the L&G Music Department's Spring Concert on May 18th. We are preparing an excellent and uplifting program. The concert is at 7PM in the L&G Gym.
The Leland and Gray bands will be performing at the Memorial Day observances on the Townshend Common at 10 AM on May 29th.
The Leland and Gray Friends of Music will meet on Monday, May 8th at 5:30 PM in the music room. We will be considering scholarships for music students and discussing plans for the future. Music students who are interested in a scholarship should ask Mr. Kelley for an application.
Parents & students are invited to come hear about some exciting updates and plans for the 2017-2018 school year. We will answer any questions and look forward to getting community feedback about our plans.
There will also be an opportunity to tour the building and visit some classrooms for those families interested.
We hope to see you there!
The Leland and Gray bands will be performing at the Memorial Day observances on the Townshend Common at 10 AM on May 29th.
The Leland and Gray Friends of Music will meet on Monday, May 8th at 5:30 PM in the music room. We will be considering scholarships for music students and discussing plans for the future. Music students who are interested in a scholarship should ask Mr. Kelley for an application.
Senior Class Trip :
Senior Class Trip to Six Flags New England, with a stop at the Holyoke Mall, is on Friday, May 12th.
Bus departs Leland & Gray at 4:00 pm and is anticipating arriving at 1:45 am.
Bus departs Leland & Gray at 4:00 pm and is anticipating arriving at 1:45 am.
Middle School Information Night:
Wednesday, May 31st, 6 pm - 7 pmParents & students are invited to come hear about some exciting updates and plans for the 2017-2018 school year. We will answer any questions and look forward to getting community feedback about our plans.
There will also be an opportunity to tour the building and visit some classrooms for those families interested.
We hope to see you there!
Yearbook:
Have you ordered your yearbook yet?Treering.com
Enter “Leland & Gray”
The April 20th deadline to have it by assembly has passed, however you can still order the yearbook!
LEAF:
L.E.A.F. (L&G Environmental Action Force)We are proud of our accomplishments this year!
- L&G School Garden
- Composting Program
- Attended the Youth Climate Summit at UVM and Youth Lobby Rally for the Planet in Montpelier.
- Helped to replace plastic utensils with metal ones in the cafeteria thus reducing our landfill waste
- Presented to all 7 - 10th Grade Advisories on the benefits of composting and reducing plastic waste
- Maintained an informational bulletin board on environmental issues facing us today
- Organized the Earth Day Assembly which included guest speakers
- Participated in the state wide Day in the Dirt
When? Every Thursday HS lunch and on occasion after school.
COMMUNITY SERVICE:
Community service is now a graduation requirement starting with the Class of 2019. All information can be found here: https://sites.google.com/lelandandgray.org/communityservice
Community Service during SBAC week:
Many 9th and 10th graders have been working hard alongside faculty this week while 7th, 8th and 11th graders were taking SBACs. We organized a number of projects around school and within the community where students could work and earn some of their community service hours (9th graders need 35 and 10th graders need 25 to graduate). Students that participated Tuesday - Friday have earned 8 hours of community service! Here are some pictures from cleaning up the dugouts!
From Stephanie Nyzio:
Here is a link to our community service adventure working on the school garden and compost project. Enjoy!
Here is a link to our community service adventure working on the school garden and compost project. Enjoy!
Jamaica Elementary School
Community Service Opportunity at Jamaica Elementary School
JVS is looking for volunteers to spread wood chips around their playground.
Please contact Laura Hazard at #874-4822 for more information
Camp Daybreak:
Know someone interested in giving back to their community or who could use a supportive experience this summer?
Camp Daybreak is a program that serves Vermont kids ages 8-11 with a range of social, emotional, and behavioral needs by pairing them with a high school volunteer. These relationships are extremely powerful for both our campers and our volunteers. Our campers, many of whom would not be successful in traditional camp settings, are provided with constant support and encouragement while our volunteers receive a unique hands on training on mental health conditions and kids. Everyone has fun and leaves Camp Daybreak being positively affected.
Join us and help create a life changing experience for our campers and volunteers! Space is limited.
See: www.campdaybreak.org
General Information:
Camp Daybreak
Dates: August 6 - August 13, 2017 (Campers arrive on Monday August 7th)
Location: Camp Ta-Kum-Ta, South Hero, VT
Website: www.campdaybreak.org
Contact: Dan Osman, Director (dan@pear-vt.org)
Camp Daybreak creates a sense of community that extends beyond the camp session. Not only are our high school volunteers exposed to a group of like-minded peers but they are given the opportunity to contribute to their community. This intensive experience can create life long friendships and keep volunteers coming back year after year.
Please feel free to be in touch and we hope to see you this summer!
Camp Daybreak is a program that serves Vermont kids ages 8-11 with a range of social, emotional, and behavioral needs by pairing them with a high school volunteer. These relationships are extremely powerful for both our campers and our volunteers. Our campers, many of whom would not be successful in traditional camp settings, are provided with constant support and encouragement while our volunteers receive a unique hands on training on mental health conditions and kids. Everyone has fun and leaves Camp Daybreak being positively affected.
Join us and help create a life changing experience for our campers and volunteers! Space is limited.
See: www.campdaybreak.org
General Information:
Camp Daybreak
Dates: August 6 - August 13, 2017 (Campers arrive on Monday August 7th)
Location: Camp Ta-Kum-Ta, South Hero, VT
Website: www.campdaybreak.org
Contact: Dan Osman, Director (dan@pear-vt.org)
Camp Daybreak creates a sense of community that extends beyond the camp session. Not only are our high school volunteers exposed to a group of like-minded peers but they are given the opportunity to contribute to their community. This intensive experience can create life long friendships and keep volunteers coming back year after year.
Please feel free to be in touch and we hope to see you this summer!
Green Mountain Girls Camp:
Green Mountain Girls Camp in Dummerston has a few volunteer opportunities:
1. Saturday, May 6th from 8-Noon: They are having a work day and are looking for volunteers to stack wood, paint and various other tasks. Snacks will be provided.
2. Summer 2017 - they are looking for female Counselors-in-Training. Must be 14 or 15 years old and commit to two weeks this summer. This is a great opportunity to get experience as a counselor and will look great on a college resume'.
For more information on either of these opportunities, please contact Billie at 802-257-1751
1. Saturday, May 6th from 8-Noon: They are having a work day and are looking for volunteers to stack wood, paint and various other tasks. Snacks will be provided.
2. Summer 2017 - they are looking for female Counselors-in-Training. Must be 14 or 15 years old and commit to two weeks this summer. This is a great opportunity to get experience as a counselor and will look great on a college resume'.
For more information on either of these opportunities, please contact Billie at 802-257-1751
Bonnyvale Environmental Education Center:
Green Mountain Conservation Camp:
Wardsboro Public Library:
Wardsboro Public Library is looking for LGUHS student volunteers to be computer tutors for those who need assistance.
They are also already looking for volunteers for their street parade and book sale that is held on 7/3 and 7/4.
They are also already looking for volunteers for their street parade and book sale that is held on 7/3 and 7/4.
Volunteers Needed:
Volunteers are needed for the upcoming 5K which is on May 13th (8:15-9:30 to cheer runners on) and the Tour de Grace , July 8 (from 8:45-noon at the Townshend Dam to help carry bikes).
There is also a need for a volunteer to take videos at the various events such as the 5k, Golf Benefit, Tour de Grace.
If you are interested please contact:Ian HarrisonVolunteer CoordinatorGrace Cottageiharrison@gracecottage.org
802-365-3738 internal ext. 293
Luncheon Helpers (Townshend):
There is also a need for a volunteer to take videos at the various events such as the 5k, Golf Benefit, Tour de Grace.
If you are interested please contact:Ian HarrisonVolunteer CoordinatorGrace Cottageiharrison@gracecottage.org
802-365-3738 internal ext. 293
Teens are needed to help at the meal for senior citizens which is held on first and third Thursdays at the Townshend Community Church (Congregationalist). Helpers will place serving dishes on the tables, sit with the elders to enjoy a lunch provided by The Dam Diner, and then clear the tables and wash dishes. The volunteers are needed from noon to approximately 1 P.M. You do not need to be available for every meal; sign up for the days that work for you. Please contact 3GC about this opportunity, not the church.
Jim & Janis, 3GC coordinators
802-428-4333
team3gc@gmail.com
Jim & Janis, 3GC coordinators
802-428-4333
team3gc@gmail.com
WRVT:
WRVT needs a student to do some data entry work. This will involve entering survey responses from Community Hope & Action concerts into our survey monkey account. Students who haven't used survey monkey need not worry, it only take a few minutes to learn how to use the site. Students are welcome to do this at our office down the road from L&G or take the surveys back to the school to work on them in the library.
Thanks!
Katelynn Venne
Program Coordinator
West River Valley Thrives
WRVThrives@gmail.com
(802) 365-4700
Thanks!
Katelynn Venne
Program Coordinator
West River Valley Thrives
WRVThrives@gmail.com
(802) 365-4700
AFTER SCHOOL INFO:
New Outdoor Hey Programs
Starting May 8 New HEY programs Added the Late Bus runs all of May
Mondays: pickup Soccer or other outdoor games with Assa
Wednesdays: Frisbee with Paul Paytas
Meet on C Level and head outside!!
Hey! Help! Continues to run everyday 7:15-7:45 am and 2:45-4:15 pm
SEEK and Explorers Camp Counselors Needed:
Summer jobs! Anyone in grade 10 and up can apply to be a student counselor for the SEEK middle school camp. We are looking for high energy students who like the combination of lots of outside time, games, projects and teambuilding. The pay is $10/hr
Applications at the front desk. Questions? Contact Thara at tfuller@windhamcentral.org
SEEK and Explorers Camp:
Starting July 5 Ending August 4 Running Monday through Friday 8:30-3:00
Think Summer!!
SEEK: Rising 7th and 8th Graders at Leland and Gray
Explorers: Rising 1st through 6th Graders at NewBrook Elementary
Brochures and registration forms will be sent home in April
Think Summer!!
COMMUNITY:
If you have any community events or information you would like to be listed in Friday Notes, please e-mail fridaynotes@lelandandgray.org
Adult Dental Care Day:
We want your input!:
Hello!
Some community members representing a variety of organizations and groups have been meeting to discuss ways that life in the West River Valley could be happier and healthier. We are calling this the Healthy Valley 2040 Initiative.
As we approach our next meeting, we would like to include input from additional community members. Would you please click on the link below and answer our short survey?
Also, if you have friends, colleagues, relatives in the West River Valley, please share this link (https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/HealthyValley2040) or the paper survey with them! We are seeking input from as many community members as possible.
If you would prefer to do this via paper instead of the link, there is a paper copy of the survey attached as a link to a PDF. Just download, print and mail the completed survey back to:
C.J. King
Grace Cottage Foundation
PO Box 1
Townshend VT 05353
Thank you very much!
Vermont Green Up Day :
Vermont Green Up Day will be May 6th this year!
Please join the Townshend Community Hope & Action group on the Townshend common after your cleanup for FREE live music and food!
The group will be grilling up beef and veggies burgers from 12-3pm and local band, Shelving Rock, will be performing in the Gazebo.
The town truck will be parked in front of the elementary school, so feel free to drop off your full bags at that time. Bags can be picked up at the elementary school or town hall beforehand.
Thanks to Heidi Russ, C&S, Grace Cottage Hospital, and the Calvary Chapel for their donations of food, time and energy! Thanks to the town of Townshend for their continuous support of Community Hope & Action events. We hope to see you there!
For More Information Contact:
Katelynn Venne
Program Coordinator
West River Valley Thrives
WRVThrives@gmail.com
(802) 365-4700
Please join the Townshend Community Hope & Action group on the Townshend common after your cleanup for FREE live music and food!
The group will be grilling up beef and veggies burgers from 12-3pm and local band, Shelving Rock, will be performing in the Gazebo.
The town truck will be parked in front of the elementary school, so feel free to drop off your full bags at that time. Bags can be picked up at the elementary school or town hall beforehand.
Thanks to Heidi Russ, C&S, Grace Cottage Hospital, and the Calvary Chapel for their donations of food, time and energy! Thanks to the town of Townshend for their continuous support of Community Hope & Action events. We hope to see you there!
For More Information Contact:
Katelynn Venne
Program Coordinator
West River Valley Thrives
WRVThrives@gmail.com
(802) 365-4700
Vermont Tech's Summer Camps:
You're invited to Vermont Tech's
Registrations now open!
Do you learn by doing?
Fly, code, fight fires, design and build or launch a business.
Try one of our hands-on camps and have fun! Camps/institutes are for middle and high school students.
2017 Dates
Rosie's Girls STEM Leadership Camps: June 19-23 or July 10-14
(overnight camps - for girls entering 9th -10th grades with follow-on mentorships - Randolph Center Campus)
Coder Camp for Girls: July 17-21
(day camp - for girls entering 8th-10th grades – and mentorships -Williston Campus)
AeroCamp: July 24-28
(day camp - for boys & girls - ages 12-18 - Williston Campus)
http://www.vtc.edu/academics/summer-courses
GIV Entrepreneurship: June 24-30 (Governor’s Institutes of Vermont)
(overnight residential Institute for students entering 10th - 12th grades
Randolph Center Campus - this includes social entrepreneurship- doing good)
ATHLETICS:
Baseball Fundraiser:
Information: August 25th, 7:10 pm Red Sox vs the Baltimore Orioles
2 seats located next to visitor's dugout and the other
2 seats located by the visitor’s on-deck circle
GREAT SEATS!
$20 for a single ticket $100 for six!
Contact Marty Testo for more details!
Email: mtesto@lelandandgray.org
Form
14th Annual L & G Soccer Camp:
Please contact Mr. Barton for more details.
Unified Sports:
We have some fantastic news - Leland & Gray has decided to create our very own Special Olympics basketball team. There will be a total of 6 games, 3 of which will be at L&G, 3 of which will be at other schools.
Game & Practice Schedule
FINALS TO BE DETERMINED
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May 3, 4, 5
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Quarter Finals
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May 8, 9
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Semi Finals
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May 11 or 12
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Finals @ Castleton
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