Friday, December 10, 2021

Friday Notes 12/10/21

 

SCHOOL INFO

December 10, 2021


Dear L&G Families:


You will soon receive a mailing with progress reports and Winter Activity information!  Please be on the lookout for this, as the WA forms will need to be completed and returned to school!


We are very excited to be able to livestream all of our basketball teams’ games this winter.  In order to go online, follow this link.  Go Rebels!!!


Upcoming events:

  • Dec 23, 2021 - Early Release Day

  • Dec 24, 2021 - Jan 2, 2022 - Winter Recess Break


Vaccination Clinics:

Please see the Vermont Department of Health website for opportunities for your 5-11 year old children to access a vaccination.  We strive to get to a place where once the state announces we can go mask-free (after achieving 80%) that we can celebrate that freedom knowing that our children are protected by several mitigation measures.  We also heard of one coming up in Brattleboro: VDH will be holding Community Pediatric Clinics (5-11yr old) at the VFW at 40 Black Mountain Rd, Brattleboro-- 12/28/21 9am-3pm and 1/18/22 9am-3pm.  If you struggle with signing up using the on-line system, please call the vaccine registration line at 855-722-7878.



Bob Thibault

Principal





L&G Co-Curricular Calendar:



Refuse to Use:



Note: This same information is on the RTU page on the Leland and Gray website. Go to the Leland and Gray homepage and follow the Refuse to Use link.


Afterschool Program:




School Calendar:


COMMUNITY:



Vermont Entrepreneurs Day:

Vermont Entrepreneurs…Building Networks”

Great opportunity for your students to enter the Competitions

for Entrepreneurship Day  due Jan. 11, 2022 – win cash prizes!

 

Wed. Feb 9, 2022 - morning – Entrepreneurship Day (virtual & free)

·         Registration now open:  https://www.vtsbdc.org/ved/

Competition Guidelines (printable) Competition Guidelines (color)    




https://www.vtsbdc.org/specialty-services/youth-entrepreneurship/

Laurel

Laurel Butler

Start up Business Advisor & Student/Educator Entrepreneur Specialist

Vermont Small Business Development Center (www.vtsbdc.org)

https://www.vtsbdc.org/specialty-services/youth-entrepreneurship/

lbutler@vtsbdc.org | 802-922-3692

Prepare Today’s Students for Tomorrow’s Workforce


Toys for Tots for Windham County:




Friday, December 3, 2021

Friday Notes 12/3/21

 

SCHOOL INFO

December 3, 2021


Dear L&G Families:


It’s hard to believe that we are now in the month of December!  (Yesterday’s snow sure helped, though!)  We have just under 3 weeks left prior to an extended vacation, and we recognize that the holiday season - while celebratory and happy for many, also brings challenges for many families, and therefore, some of our students.  Emotional regulation becomes more challenging as students ponder extended periods of time away from our structured environment, and then the challenge of returning to school afterwards is also tough.  Our staff is working hard to provide as much support as we can for the students, but please don’t hesitate to let us know if we can help in any way!


We are very excited to be able to livestream all of our basketball teams’ games this winter.  In order to go online, follow this link.  Go Rebels!!!


Upcoming events:

  • Dec 8, 2021 - Early Release Day (Teacher In-Service)

  • Dec 23, 2021 - Early Release Day

  • Dec 24, 2021 - Jan 2, 2022 - Winter Recess Break


Vaccination Clinics:

Please see the Vermont Department of Health website for opportunities for your 5-11 year old children to access a vaccination.  We strive to get to a place where once the state announces we can go mask-free (after achieving 80%) that we can celebrate that freedom knowing that our children are protected by several mitigation measures.  Please see yesterday’s communication via email regarding a clinic here on Dec 8th.


Have a great vacation!


Bob Thibault

Principal



L&G Co-Curricular Calendar:



Refuse to Use:



Note: This same information is on the RTU page on the Leland and Gray website. Go to the Leland and Gray homepage and follow the Refuse to Use link.


Afterschool Program:




School Calendar:


COMMUNITY:


West River Valley Thrives Parent Questionnaire:

Please complete the following survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/P5DVLTX


The Village Closet:



Townshend Community Toy Drive:

Parents sign up for gifts for your children (infants thru Grade 8) from the Townshend Community Toy Drive & surrounding communities. Sign up by either filling out a form for each child at the Food Shelf on Monday evenings and placing the forms in the box provided, OR by emailing the following information to me directly.

The deadline for sign-ups is Dec. 6th, and Toy Pick-up will be Dec. 20th at the food shelf between 6:00-7:30pm

PLEASE EMAIL THE FOLLOWING INFO to:  moparchris1@comcast.net

Parent Name & Phone #

Child age & gender

Items wished for (please be specific for clothing or shoe size)

Have a wonderful Holiday Season!

Chris Carter


Toys for Tots for Windham County:




Tuesday, November 23, 2021

Friday Notes 11/19/21

 

SCHOOL INFO

November 22, 2021


Dear L&G Families:


I hope that this letter finds everyone relaxing and enjoying some time with family and friends during this Thanksgiving break!  These last few months have been the longest stretch that schools see without a prolonged vacation opportunity.  We all need the rest and relaxation, and I am thankful for the progress we have made this fall as a school community, in returning to 5-day a week learning!  While it hasn’t been without challenges, the opportunity to see your children every day has surely helped all of us!


Upcoming events:

  • Nov 22-26, 2021 - Thanksgiving Break - No School

  • Nov 30, 2021 - Picture Makeup Day

  • Dec 8, 2021 - Early Release Day (Teacher In-Service)

  • Dec 23, 2021 - Early Release Day

  • Dec 24, 2021 - Jan 2, 2022 - Winter Recess Break


Vaccination Clinics:

Please see the Vermont Department of Health website for opportunities for your 5-11 year old children to access a vaccination.  We strive to get to a place where once the state announces we can go mask-free (after achieving 80%) that we can celebrate that freedom knowing that our children are protected by several mitigation measures.  


Have a great vacation!


Bob Thibault

Principal



L&G Co-Curricular Calendar:



Refuse to Use:

**Refuse To Use Passes were distributed to students during school TODAY: FRIDAY, NOV 19th.**

All RTU students received an envelope either containing their 2021-2022 Stratton Season's Pass or a letter explaining why their pass is on-hold.  On-hold reasons include lack of current photo for the pass, missing an event, or missing a payment. As soon as the "hold" is lifted, the pass will be in the student's hands.

 ENJOY THE MOUNTAIN THIS WINTER!



Note: This same information is on the RTU page on the Leland and Gray website. Go to the Leland and Gray homepage and follow the Refuse to Use link.


Afterschool Program:




School Calendar:


COMMUNITY:


Matt Bellace Presentation:

Parents and Students,

Join us for a virtual presentation by Matt Bellace, Ph.D. on Monday, November 22nd at 6:00pm.

Matt has been a youth motivational speaker and stand-up comedian since 1995. He has a Ph.D. in clinical neuropsychology (the study of the brain and behavior), is a member of the National Speakers Association and the author of the book, "A Better High". He is also a contributing author for the National Geographic Kids book series, "This or That." His "How to Get High Naturally" program encourages over a hundred thousand students a year worldwide to pursue natural highs and make healthy choices.

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89179744610?pwd=dDBnNHRIY1ZHVlN5Z016bVVqUDQwZz09

This presentation is sponsored by the Deerfield Valley Community Partnership as part of the Choose Snow program but is open to all to attend!


The Village Closet:



Townshend Community Toy Drive:

Parents sign up for gifts for your children (infants thru Grade 8) from the Townshend Community Toy Drive & surrounding communities. Sign up by either filling out a form for each child at the Food Shelf on Monday evenings and placing the forms in the box provided, OR by emailing the following information to me directly.

The deadline for sign-ups is Dec. 6th, and Toy Pick-up will be Dec. 20th at the food shelf between 6:00-7:30pm

PLEASE EMAIL THE FOLLOWING INFO to:  moparchris1@comcast.net

Parent Name & Phone #

Child age & gender

Items wished for (please be specific for clothing or shoe size)

Have a wonderful Holiday Season!

Chris Carter



Friday, November 12, 2021

Friday Notes 11/12/21

 

SCHOOL INFO

November 12,2021


Dear L&G Families:


I want to start off by saying thank you to all former and current members of the military who have served our country, as we have just celebrated Veterans’ Day.  We further recognize some recent graduates, some staff members, and other members of Rebel Nation who served at some point in their lives.


We are approaching the final full week prior to the Thanksgiving holiday break.  I probably won’t be sending out a weekly newsletter next Friday as a result, but the Friday Notes will still go out as usual!


Upcoming events:

  • Nov 11-13, 2021 - Mamma Mia Musical (7pm, 7pm, 4pm)

  • Nov 16, 2021 - Fall Concert (Main Gym) 7pm

  • Nov 22-26, 2021 - Thanksgiving Break - No School

  • Nov 30, 2021 - Picture Makeup Day

  • Dec 8, 2021 - Early Release Day (Teacher In-Service)

  • Dec 23, 2021 - Early Release Day

  • Dec 24, 2021 - Jan 2, 2022 - Winter Recess Break


Vaccination Clinics:

Please see the Vermont Department of Health website for opportunities for your 5-11 year old children to access a vaccination, as well as stand by for possible information about a clinic in our region!


Survey about Money:

As many of you know, the federal government has earmarked relief funds to schools as part of the COVID relief package (there are actually 3, and each with a different name!)  Our supervisory union is seeking input/ideas from the community about how we spend the third, and possibly final installment.  We’ve used previous funds to create summer recovery last summer, Edge of Leadership training from High5 for 6th and 7th graders, middle school after-school programming this year, our recovery coordinator position for this year, and the Intro to HS course (staffing) for this and next year.  To give feedback on this important financial commitment, please go to this link and see the link to the survey at the bottom of the page!


Have a great weekend!


Bob Thibault

Principal





L&G Co-Curricular Calendar:


Refuse to Use:

Stratton passes should be in hand by Thanksgiving Break!


Note: This same information is on the RTU page on the Leland and Gray website. Go to the Leland and Gray homepage and follow the Refuse to Use link.


Mamma Mia:

The Leland and Gray Players Present MAMMA MIA! November 11-13

l r Spencer Butynski Peter Broussard and Andrew Tolbert rehearse Mamma Mia

TOWNSHEND, Vt. “HERE WE GO AGAIN!” exudes Leland and Gray Players’ Director Sam Chapin. “Live music and theater return to Leland and Gray in the form of MAMMA MIA! Featuring the upbeat and ever-danceable music of ABBA, the musical centers around a young woman and her quest to determine the identity of her birth father, while at the same time trying to marry her fiancé and keep her mother as far out of the loop as possible. The score is fun and familiar with songs like, “Dancing Queen,” “Take A Chance On Me,” “The Winner Takes It All,” and, of course, “Mamma Mia"."

The Company features actors Gianna Birri, Isabella Bowen, Lily Bowen, Peter Broussard, Spencer Butynski, Marley Felker, Ruby Hallenbeck, Dylan Hazelton, Mackson Hiner, Anselm Marrow, Mary McDonald, Kianelise Pena, Lucca Pozzi, Raena Sanderson, Catherine Shine, Stephen Shine, Andrew Tolbert, and Callie Wicker; student tech: Oliver Andersen, Olivia Bell, Jules Bowden, Conner Dunham, Dakota Dunham, Alexander Sicko, Davin Visconti. In the pit, student Abe Newton is on guitar joined by Rene Bernard on drums, Mike Kelly on keyboard, Mike McKinney on guitar, Matt Martyn on electric bass. Directed by Sam Chapin, vocal and music direction by Elyse Wadsworth, choreography by Sarah Grasso, assistant directed by Alexa Litchfield.

Spener Butynski and Callie Wicker in rehearsal for Mamma MiaAdhering to Covid guidance, the cast will be masked at all times, as will the audience, and appropriate distancing will be maintained. Performances will be in L&G’s Dutton Gymnasium, Rte. 30, Townshend, on November 11 and 12 at 7 pm and November 13 at 4 pm. Admission: $10 dollars for adults and $5 for students and seniors. To reserve in advance write schapin@windhamcentral.org.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chapin echoes ABBA: “So come join us--you can dance, jive, AND HAVE THE TIME OF YOUR LIFE!”

CONTACT: Sam Chapin, director, (802)365-7355, schapin@windhamcentral.org


Afterschool Program:



HEY Help:

Dear Parents and Guardians,

Our after school homework club will begin Monday, November 8th. The program is offered to all Leland & Gray students every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday afternoon from 3:00 to 4:30pm. A late bus will be provided for any students needing transportation home after the homework club.
The homework club is a program designed to provide a place for certified teachers to help your child to get a start on and help with their daily homework and class material. All students who have homework and/or need extra help are welcome to attend. All students are expected to come to the club with all homework materials and a book to read. In order to make this a positive experience for all who attend, disruptive behaviors will not be allowed. If a student is disruptive, the following procedure will occur:

First time- Parents/Guardians will receive a phone call from the homework club teacher.

Second time -- Parents/Guardians will receive a phone call and a final warning letter from the homework club teacher.

Third time -- Parents/Guardians will receive a letter dismissing their child from the program for the remainder of the school year.


Please note: Any students staying after school for detentions with other teachers are not permitted to come to Homework Club on that day. 

If you have any questions please feel free to contact me (lvargas@windhamcentral.org) or Mary Lindsley (mlindsley@windhamcentral.org).

Have a great weekend!


Luis Vargas
Student Assistance Program (SAP)
After School Programs Coordinator
Leland & Gray Union Middle and High School
Phone: 802.365.7355 EXT. 143

School Calendar:




Lost & Found:




COMMUNITY SERVICE:


Valley Cares:

Valley Cares is seeking self-motivated, vaccinated students that can work independently for weekend positions as front door screeners:  This would entail  signing visitors in and making sure they are screened for contact tracing.  Training is available.  Saturdays & Sundays 9-12 and 1-4.  Training days and times are flexible.  . 

If interested, please see Terry in Room A-13.


COMMUNITY:


Mount Snow Employment Opportunity:

Mount Snow Child Care is looking to hire part-time educators to our team this winter.  This is a great opportunity to pick-up part-time seasonal work on Saturdays and/or Sundays to help with holiday shopping or get season passes for you and potentially your family.  The starting rate is $15/hour plus many benefits and perks that can be found here - https://jobs.vailresortscareers.com/content/Perks-and-Benefits-2019/?locale=en_US.  To apply please fill out an application on Mount Snow’s employment website by visiting https://jobs.vailresortscareers.com/job/West-Dover-Specialist-Child-Care-Teacher-Part-Time-Winter-Seasonal-VT-05356/796604600/.  Any questions don’t hesitate to reach out to Heather Sullivan at heather.k.sullivan@vailresorts.com or (802) 464-4152.  We look forward to hearing from you!

 

Thanks for your help,

 

 

Heather Sullivan

Child Care Manager
Phone: 802-464-4152



The Village Closet:



Townshend Community Toy Drive:

Parents sign up for gifts for your children (infants thru Grade 8) from the Townshend Community Toy Drive & surrounding communities. Sign up by either filling out a form for each child at the Food Shelf on Monday evenings and placing the forms in the box provided, OR by emailing the following information to me directly.

The deadline for sign-ups is Dec. 6th, and Toy Pick-up will be Dec. 20th at the food shelf between 6:00-7:30pm

PLEASE EMAIL THE FOLLOWING INFO to:  moparchris1@comcast.net

Parent Name & Phone #

Child age & gender

Items wished for (please be specific for clothing or shoe size)

Have a wonderful Holiday Season!

Chris Carter


Vermont High School Writing Contest: