Friday, November 30, 2018

Friday Notes 11-30

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SCHOOL INFO:


Bus Incident:

Dear Parents,


On Wednesday, November 28th at approximately 2:55 pm, the West River Transportation school bus travelling north on route 30 was struck by a falling utility pole that had been struck by a truck. 


The bus driver steered the bus into the ditch on the shoulder of the road. He did an initial verbal check of injuries and found none. Rescue Inc and Townshend fire arrived on the scene within minutes. The scene was secured as the first responders waited for the power company to arrive and shut off the power. The power company arrived shortly after the scene was secured and power was shut off.


The students were then moved to an awaiting bus and driven back to Leland and Gray. The administration at Leland and Gray set-up an Incident Command post and students were evaluated by medical personnel from Rescue Inc. Parents were given the option of an ambulance ride to the hospital or taking their students to the hospital themselves. All parents declined the ambulance ride.


The students were all safe and were incredibly calm, cool, and collected. They are to be commended.

School Calendar:

Please make sure to check out the Leland & Gray school calendar.  It differs from the District calendar because of professional development days for our faculty.   The full calendar can be found here.

Snow Day Routine Change:

 This year we have changed our routine with regards to snow days and our day rotations (green/white and A/B/C)The change - reflected in the attached calendars (click here) is that when we have a snow day, we will SKIP the intended day and NOT PUSH it. In other words, the days are hard-scheduled for the year in advance.  

Winter Activities:

Hello Rebel Nation!


It is that time of year again in Vermont where the temperatures are dropping and the snow is falling.  Leland and Gray is getting ready to start up another season of Winter Activities!


We have secured an exciting list of activities for our students and look forward to some awesome Winter Activities season.


We offer Winter Activities that are both on site and some are off-site. Some activities have fees and some are free.  Due to West River transportation costs rising, the one-time transportation fee was raised this year.  This is the first price raise in years and is to help offset the increased costs to run Winter Activities.  The dates for Winter Activities are January 9, 16, 23, 30 and February 13.  If one of the dates is cancelled there will be a make up day on February 27th.  If no dates are cancelled activities will end on February 13th.


Here are the options for Winter Activities:


1. Hip Hop:  no charge

2. Badminton:  no charge

3. 3 vs 3 Basketball:  no charge

4. Snowshoeing and Winter Fun at L&G:  no charge

5. Weight Training:  no charge

6. Yoga:  no charge

7. Corn Hole:  no charge

8. Bowling in Brattleboro:  $50 transportation fee and $7/day (includes shoe rental)

9. Cross Country Skiing:  $50 transportation fee and TBD rental fee (depends on the site)

10. Skiing and Snowboarding at Stratton Mountain:  $50 transportation fee and a Stratton Pass or Refuse to Use pass

11. Ice Skating in Brattleboro:  $50 transportation fee and $5.50/day (includes rentals)

12. New England Center for Circus Arts:  One time fee of $100 (this includes transportation)

13. Rock Climbing at the Bratt Cave in Brattleboro:  $50 transportation fee and $10/day (includes shoe rental)

14. Gerda’s Horse Rescue:  $25 transportation fee


On Monday, December 3rd there will be an assembly where the activities are announced.  After the assembly students will go to their advisories to sign up for a winter activity.  Some activities have limited space but we have to be able to accommodate students first choice.  Please review this list with your student this weekend so they are prepared to come to sign up on Monday.

All transportation fees will need to be paid upfront before the first Winter Activity date. 

Thank you for all your support and we look forward to an exciting Winter!

Marty Testo-AD/Winter Activities Coordinator

Late Bus Calendar:

The late bus schedule can be found here.  Please note the bus will only run south this year. 

Project Feed the Thousands 2018:

The Project Feed the Thousands collection drive has begun! Grades 7-12 will compete to see which class can bring in the most food and personal care items. The winning class will earn spirit points as well as some delicious cookies lovingly baked by members of Leland and Gray's chapter of the National Honor Society. Join us in helping local Vermonters in need!

What to donate:
non-perishable food items
personal care items
Collection boxes are in the following classrooms:

7th grade: Ms. Matson's room (A-3)
8th grade: Ms. Matson's room (A-3)
9th grade: Ms. DeBisschop's room (B-11)
10th grade: Ms. Jones (C-3 FACS)
11th grade: Ms. Sanderson (B-7)
12th grade: Ms.Marchant (library)

Monetary donations are also welcomed and should be given to Ms. Doty. Please make checks payable to Leland and Gray with "Project Feed" on the memo line.

Last year, Leland and Gray collected 500 pounds of food and over $500! This year, let's help even more! See Ms. Doty or a National Honor Society member with any questions. Thanks in advance for your generosity!

ATHLETICS:


Important Update:

All practices and games will be listed on our Events and Activities Calendar which is on the L&G website under Calendars.
http://lelandandgray.org/index.php/co-curricular-calendar






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

Please e-mail any community service opportunities to Terry Davison Berger <tdavison-berger@lelandandgray.org>


Community Service Opportunities:

1. West Townshend Country Store is looking for volunteers on Friday Pizza nights.  Please see Terry for more information.

2. Community, Hope and Action is looking for students who would like to join their committee.  They would also like volunteers for the monthly events they host.  Please see Terry for more information

3. Laura Richardson is looking for student volunteers to assist her with the Townshend Holiday Toy Drive.  If you are interested, please email her at roses41luckywind@gmail.com

3 Generation Collaboration Community Service Opportunities:

New community service opportunities with 3 Generations Collaboration are always being posted at www.team3gc.org

Also, visit the link to learn about Build Your Own Service.

Grant for Students:

www.WaysToHelp.org  invites high school students to apply for grants to fund their community service ideas across any one of 16 issue areas in four categories:
The Environment: global warming, clean water, land preservation, and recycling; Democracy and Equality: education and development, gender equality, homelessness and poverty, and financial well-being; Health: HIV/AIDS, cancer/smoking, organ and blood donation, and general fitness;  Community Issues: drug/alcohol abuse, crime prevention, animal welfare, and senior care.
Applicants should summarize in 5,000 characters or less how the project will involve others, who it will help, what effect it is expected to have, when it will start, and how the funds will be used. Deadline: Rolling.

L&G students are welcome to contact 3 Generations Collaboration if they need a local collaborating organization for their project. Please note, you should first check with your school's community service coordinator to make sure your project will qualify for service hours credit.


COMMUNITY:

Sunday Brunch:




Friday, November 9, 2018

Friday Notes 11-9-18

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SCHOOL INFO:


School Calendar:

Please make sure to check out the Leland & Gray school calendar.  It differs from the District calendar because of professional development days for our faculty.   The full calendar can be found here.

Winter Clothing Drive:

 The  National Honor Society will be collecting warm winter clothing in good condition from now until Thanksgiving. Donations of jackets, snow pants, sweaters, sweatshirts, gloves/mittens, boots, and hats are happily accepted! Please place your donated items in collection bins on A level in A-3 (Ms. Matson's room) or on B level in B-4 (Ms. Doty's room). Donations will be used to stock "The Thrifty Rebel." Thanks! 

**We extend our gratitude to community member Irene Saulnier, "the mitten lady," for her donation of beautiful fleece hats and mittens for our Winter Clothing Drive. Thanks for helping to keep L &G students warm!**

Fall Musical:




Late Bus Calendar:

The late bus schedule can be found here.  Please note the bus will only run south this year. 


Refuse To Use:

Refuse To Use student meetings:
Grades 9 & 10 Monday Nov 12  (6:00-7:15)
Grades 11 & 12 Thursday< Nov 15 (6:00-7:15)

Reminder to all Refuse to Use Students:  You must go to 2 student meetings before the Thanksgiving break.  If you  missed your grade level meeting, you can use any meeting as a make up.

L.E.A.F Fundraiser:

The annual L.E.A.F. Fundraiser is Underway!  
Chico Bags: Buy reusable shopping bags, totes, bamboo utensil sets, and water bottles.
Equal Exchange: Buy high quality, fair trade chocolate, coffee, tea, and cocoa. What is fair trade? Fair Trade means the farms are in developing countries, use sustainable practices and farmers receive most of the profits. 
Send us an email with questions or see a member of LEAF to order. Don't know who that would be? I can help, snyzio@lelandandgray.org or (802) 221 - 2149

Thanks! Stephanie Nyzio LEAF co-advisor

Project Feed the Thousands 2018:

The Project Feed the Thousands collection drive has begun! Grades 7-12 will compete to see which class can bring in the most food and personal care items. The winning class will earn spirit points as well as some delicious cookies lovingly baked by members of Leland and Gray's chapter of the National Honor Society. Join us in helping local Vermonters in need!

What to donate:
non-perishable food items
personal care items
Collection boxes are in the following classrooms:

7th grade: Ms. Matson's room (A-3)
8th grade: Ms. Matson's room (A-3)
9th grade: Ms. DeBisschop's room (B-11)
10th grade: Ms. Jones (C-3 FACS)
11th grade: Ms. Sanderson (B-7)
12th grade: Ms.Marchant (library)

Monetary donations are also welcomed and should be given to Ms. Doty. Please make checks payable to Leland and Gray with "Project Feed" on the memo line.


Last year, Leland and Gray collected 500 pounds of food and over $500! This year, let's help even more! See Ms. Doty or a National Honor Society member with any questions. Thanks in advance for your generosity!

ATHLETICS:


Winter Sports Registration:

 Is now open on the L&G website:


Click on Co-curricular activities
Click on Athletics
Go to: Click here for online Forms and Submittal
Register under 2018-2019 Winter Athletics

    Important Update:

    All practices and games will be listed on our Events and Activities Calendar which is on the L&G website under Calendars.
    http://lelandandgray.org/index.php/co-curricular-calendar






    NURSES NOTES:


    From the Nurse:

    Please keep an eye out in your e-mail (possibly in SPAM folders) for your invitation to join the health portal.  Verify important information, get access to documents, and communicate with the nurse from one convenient portal.  

    School immunizations are being reviewed, so please respond promptly to any notices you receive by e-mail or postal mail. 

    Flu is a serious contagious disease that can lead to hospitalization and even death. You have the power to protect yourself and your family this season with these three actions to fight flu.

    Get a flu vaccine. Everyone 6 months of age and older should get a flu vaccine by the end of October, if possible. A yearly flu vaccine is the first and most important step in protecting against the flu. As long a flu viruses are circulating, it is not too late to get vaccinated!
    Take everyday actions to stop the spread of germs. Wash your hands often with soap and water, cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze, and wash your hands often with soap and water. If you become sick, limit your contact with others to keep from infecting them.

     Thank you all for your assistance in keeping our community as healthy as we can be!  

    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

    Please e-mail any community service opportunities to Terry Davison Berger <tdavison-berger@lelandandgray.org>


    Community Service Opportunities:

    1. West Townshend Country Store is looking for volunteers on Friday Pizza nights.  Please see Terry for more information.

    2. Community, Hope and Action is looking for students who would like to join their committee.  They would also like volunteers for the monthly events they host.  Please see Terry for more information

    3. Laura Richardson is looking for student volunteers to assist her with the Townshend Holiday Toy Drive.  If you are interested, please email her at roses41luckywind@gmail.com

    3 Generation Collaboration Community Service Opportunities:

    New community service opportunities with 3 Generations Collaboration are always being posted at www.team3gc.org

    Also, visit the link to learn about Build Your Own Service.

    Grant for Students:

    www.WaysToHelp.org  invites high school students to apply for grants to fund their community service ideas across any one of 16 issue areas in four categories:
    The Environment: global warming, clean water, land preservation, and recycling; Democracy and Equality: education and development, gender equality, homelessness and poverty, and financial well-being; Health: HIV/AIDS, cancer/smoking, organ and blood donation, and general fitness;  Community Issues: drug/alcohol abuse, crime prevention, animal welfare, and senior care.
    Applicants should summarize in 5,000 characters or less how the project will involve others, who it will help, what effect it is expected to have, when it will start, and how the funds will be used. Deadline: Rolling.

    L&G students are welcome to contact 3 Generations Collaboration if they need a local collaborating organization for their project. Please note, you should first check with your school's community service coordinator to make sure your project will qualify for service hours credit.

    WEST RIVER VALLEY THRIVES:


    Community Hope and Action Presents:
    Free Thanksgiving Potluck Dinner and Concert

    Come out to the Townshend Town Hall on Saturday, November 17th to enjoy a community Thanksgiving dinner, followed by a musical performance by Dan Fontaine. This is a potluck event, so everyone is welcome to bring their favorite Thanksgiving meal, side, or dessert to share with their friends, family, and neighbors, old and new.  Dinner will be from 5-6 PM and music will be from 6-8 PM. 
    We look forward to sharing a holiday meal with you!



    REGISTER FOR OUR UPCOMING...

    FREE Webinar:
    Hiding in Plain Sight


    Tuesday, November 13, 2018
    2pm-3pm ET

    Unfortunately, teens often exhibit some of the riskiest behavior when compared to other age groups. Drug and alcohol use is even further accentuated with peer pressure and the ideation that drugs are becoming decriminalized. In addition to their perception of illegal activity, there are also new technological advancements in the drug and alcohol world, which makes detection by others much harder. This course is designed to educate parents and those working with youth about current drug trends.
     

    Presenter:  Robert Purdy - Kentucky State Trooper


    Register Now

    If you have trouble following the registration button, copy and paste the following link into the address bar to register: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/689319417570994178?mc_cid=0a64b44c8d&mc_eid=bcab6577b4
    *Please note: Once you've registered, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. If you are registered and are unable to attend the live event you will receive a recording of the webinar the following day.


    COMMUNITY:



    Friday, November 2, 2018

    Friday Notes 11/2/18

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    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:


    School Calendar:

    Please make sure to check out the Leland & Gray school calendar.  It differs from the District calendar because of professional development days for our faculty.   The full calendar can be found here.

    Winter Clothing Drive:

     The  National Honor Society will be collecting warm winter clothing in good condition from now until Thanksgiving. Donations of jackets, snow pants, sweaters, sweatshirts, gloves/mittens, boots, and hats are happily accepted! Please place your donated items in collection bins on A level in A-3 (Ms. Matson's room) or on B level in B-4 (Ms. Doty's room). Donations will be used to stock "The Thrifty Rebel." Thanks! 

    Fall Musical:




    Late Bus Calendar:

    The late bus schedule can be found here.  Please note the bus will only run south this year. 


    ATHLETICS:


    Fall Sports Banquet:

    POT LUCK-Bring your favorite dish!
    Thursday, November 8th at 6pm
    L&G Main Gym

    Winter Sports Registration:

     Is now open on the L&G website:


    Click on Co-curricular activities
    Click on Athletics
    Go to: Click here for online Forms and Submittal
    Register under 2018-2019 Winter Athletics

    L&G Booster Club Under Armour Gear Store:

    We are a few items short of meeting are required numbers to place an order. Please checkout the cool L&G Under Armour gear ready to order!

    Leland and Gray Under Armour online Store....Get you Rebel Gear!

    https://lelandandgrayhs.itemorder.com  

    The store is open until 10/31/18!


    No Weight Lifting:

    No Weight Lifting November 5th - 9th.

      Important Update:

      All practices and games will be listed on our Events and Activities Calendar which is on the L&G website under Calendars.
      http://lelandandgray.org/index.php/co-curricular-calendar







      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

      Please e-mail any community service opportunities to Terry Davison Berger <tdavison-berger@lelandandgray.org>


      Community Service Opportunities:

      1. West Townshend Country Store is looking for volunteers on Friday Pizza nights.  Please see Terry for more information.

      2. Community, Hope and Action is looking for students who would like to join their committee.  They would also like volunteers for the monthly events they host.  Please see Terry for more information

      3. Laura Richardson is looking for student volunteers to assist her with the Townshend Holiday Toy Drive.  If you are interested, please email her at roses41luckywind@gmail.com

      3 Generation Collaboration Community Service Opportunities:

      New community service opportunities with 3 Generations Collaboration are always being posted at www.team3gc.org

      Also, visit the link to learn about Build Your Own Service.


      Grant for Students:

      www.WaysToHelp.org  invites high school students to apply for grants to fund their community service ideas across any one of 16 issue areas in four categories:
      The Environment: global warming, clean water, land preservation, and recycling; Democracy and Equality: education and development, gender equality, homelessness and poverty, and financial well-being; Health: HIV/AIDS, cancer/smoking, organ and blood donation, and general fitness;  Community Issues: drug/alcohol abuse, crime prevention, animal welfare, and senior care.
      Applicants should summarize in 5,000 characters or less how the project will involve others, who it will help, what effect it is expected to have, when it will start, and how the funds will be used. Deadline: Rolling.

      L&G students are welcome to contact 3 Generations Collaboration if they need a local collaborating organization for their project. Please note, you should first check with your school's community service coordinator to make sure your project will qualify for service hours credit.


      WEST RIVER VALLEY THRIVES:


      Community Hope and Action Presents:
      Free Thanksgiving Potluck Dinner and Concert

      Come out to the Townshend Town Hall on Saturday, November 17th to enjoy a community Thanksgiving dinner, followed by a musical performance by Dan Fontaine. This is a potluck event, so everyone is welcome to bring their favorite Thanksgiving meal, side, or dessert to share with their friends, family, and neighbors, old and new.  Dinner will be from 5-6 PM and music will be from 6-8 PM. 
      We look forward to sharing a holiday meal with you!



      REGISTER FOR OUR UPCOMING...

      FREE Webinar:
      Hiding in Plain Sight


      Tuesday, November 13, 2018
      2pm-3pm ET

      Unfortunately, teens often exhibit some of the riskiest behavior when compared to other age groups. Drug and alcohol use is even further accentuated with peer pressure and the ideation that drugs are becoming decriminalized. In addition to their perception of illegal activity, there are also new technological advancements in the drug and alcohol world, which makes detection by others much harder. This course is designed to educate parents and those working with youth about current drug trends.
       

      Presenter:  Robert Purdy - Kentucky State Trooper


      Register Now

      If you have trouble following the registration button, copy and paste the following link into the address bar to register: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/689319417570994178?mc_cid=0a64b44c8d&mc_eid=bcab6577b4
      *Please note: Once you've registered, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. If you are registered and are unable to attend the live event you will receive a recording of the webinar the following day.


      COMMUNITY:



      UMATTER Suicide Prevention Awareness:





      3 vs 3 Basketball Tournament: