SCHOOL INFO:
April 30, 2021
Dear L&G Families:
It’s been a great first “full” week back with all of the students! I thank you for your patience and understanding as we have evolved throughout the year - from fully remote learning to 4 days per week! It’s been a long, strange trip but we’re nearing the end! Here are some updates:
SBAC
As I reported in an earlier email, Vermont is proceeding with the roll out of SBAC testing this spring, although the results won’t be as significant for school reporting accountability, due to the nature of the pandemic. Here’s the schedule:
Students in the Remote Academy are strongly encouraged to also participate, but their opportunities will be on Wednesdays. More information will come to those families in the days to come.
End Of Year Events
We are still busy planning our end of year events, as the state finally released their guidance during vacation week. Here are a few dates we know for now, but more details will be coming soon.
5/10-5/14 SBACs
5/17-5/21 Spirit Week
5/24 NHS Induction 5pm (outside)
5/31 Memorial Day (no school)
6/3 Pops Concert 6pm (outside)
6/11 Last day of classes
6/12 Prom
6/14 Make up day (busses still run, students encouraged to come in for help/support in completing missing summative assessments!)
6/19 Graduation 10am
6/20 Graduation (Rain date) 10am
6/21-7/2 Summer Recovery Camp
Thanks again, and have a great weekend!!
Bob Thibault
Principal
March Student of the Month:
Parker Richardson- Parker Richardson, 2 nominations: Parker asks for and accepts help when needed, he balances his social and work time, and he completes all of his assignments on time, including his remote work. He is pleasant to work with, and he is kind to others. AND Parker has been a rock star in the classroom, whether during his in-person or remote learning days. He is very conscientious and his work is done on time with care and accuracy. I appreciate his ability to stay on top of what is being asked of him by his teachers, especially on the three remote learning days.
L&G Co-Curricular Calendar:
Spring Sports Policies:
Spring Sports 2021 - Leland & Gray Union Middle/High School Spectator Policy
Procedures go into effect on 4/17/21
There will be no bleachers provided because of social distancing guidelines. All spectators are encouraged to bring chairs.
All coaches, players, officials and spectators will need to be masked throughout the entire contest and use the hand-sanitizer provided upon entry to the facility.
You must practice social distancing throughout the entire contest. (6 feet)
There may be a modified concession stand at our contests with only pre-packaged items. Masks and social distancing will be mandatory at the concession stand.
Leland and Gray is not allowing visitors into the school based on AOE/VPA guidelines. There will be two outdoor restrooms available on-site for spectators.
WE ASK THAT ANY PERSON EXPERIENCING ANY SYMPTOMS RELATED TO COVID-19, PLEASE DON’T ATTEND THE EVENT BEING HELD AT LELAND AND GRAY.
SPECTATORS AT SCHOOL-BASED SPORTS EVENTS
The number of spectators should be limited as much as possible and measures should be put in place to ensure social distancing between households. Interactions between spectators and participants should be minimized before, during and after events. At no time shall the total number of spectators exceed current limits on event size – currently 150 for outdoor events.
VISITORS ARE ASKED TO LEAVE THE EVENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE CONTEST.
LELAND AND GRAY CONTINUES TO FOLLOW ALL GUIDELINES AND RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE AOE AND VPA IN REGARDS TO COVID-19.
PLEASE REMEMBER IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS RELATED TO FALL ATHLETICS YOU CAN EMAIL ME AT mtesto@lelandandgray.org
Spring Sports 2021 - Leland & Gray Union Middle/High School Player/Parent Guidelines
1) Track schools - during any running events, participants will not be required to wear masks. Similar to what we did in the fall in cross-country, students should be wearing masks until they go to the start line. They can then remove them. Students should put them back on once the event is complete.
In addition, pole vaulters do not have to wear masks when they vault. Again, while they are waiting, masks need to be on.
2) Student traveling out of state
If an unvaccinated student leaves the state to travel, to visit a college or participate in a non-school competition (such as AAU) when they come back to Vermont, they can immediately resume normal activities as long as they have a negative test within 3 days of their return to check for COVID. No quarantine is required.
At L&G we will not allow the student to return to their team until they receive a negative test. This is to prevent full-team shutdowns.
3) As of May 1st, the size of outdoor events will increase from 150 to 300. As of June 1st the number will increase from 300 to 900 for both participants and spectators. As long as spectators are distanced from participants, you could potentially have 300 participants and 300 spectators as of May 1st, and 900 participants and 900 spectators as of June 1st. It is also noted that any vaccinated individuals do not count against the 150/300/900 limits.
Listed below is a link to the Vermont Step forward plan. As you will see, we are currently in Step 1, we will go to Step 2 on May 1st and to Step 3 on June 1st.
https://www.vermont.gov/vermont-forward#gsc.tab=0
4) As of now, masks are still required in all sports (except for noted changes in track).
WE ASK THAT ANY PERSON EXPERIENCING ANY SYMPTOMS RELATED TO COVID-19, PLEASE DON’T ATTEND THE EVENT BEING HELD AT LELAND AND GRAY.
There will be no bleachers provided because of social distancing guidelines. All spectators are encouraged to bring chairs.
All coaches, players, officials and spectators will need to be masked throughout the entire contest and use the hand-sanitizer provided upon entry to the facility.
You must practice social distancing throughout the entire contest. (6 feet)
There may be a modified concession stand at our contests with only pre-packaged items. Masks and social distancing will be mandatory at the concession stand.
Leland and Gray is not allowing visitors into the school based on AOE/VPA guidelines. There will be two outdoor restrooms available on-site for spectators.
1) Track schools - during any running events, participants will not be required to wear masks. Similar to what we did in the fall in cross-country, students should be wearing masks until they go to the start line. They can then remove them. Students should put them back on once the event is complete.
In addition, pole vaulters do not have to wear masks when they vault. Again, while they are waiting, masks need to be on.
2) Student traveling out of state
If an unvaccinated student leaves the state to travel, to visit a college or participate in a non-school competition (such as AAU) when they come back to Vermont, they can immediately resume normal activities as long as they have a negative test within 3 days of their return to check for COVID. No quarantine is required.
At L&G we will not allow the student to return to their team until they receive a negative test. This is to prevent full-team shutdowns.
3) As of May 1st, the size of outdoor events will increase from 150 to 300. As of June 1st the number will increase from 300 to 900 for both participants and spectators. As long as spectators are distanced from participants, you could potentially have 300 participants and 300 spectators as of May 1st, and 900 participants and 900 spectators as of June 1st. It is also noted that any vaccinated individuals do not count against the 150/300/900 limits.
Listed below is a link to the Vermont Step forward plan. As you will see, we are currently in Step 1, we will go to Step 2 on May 1st and to Step 3 on June 1st.
https://www.vermont.gov/vermont-forward#gsc.tab=0
4) As of now, masks are still required in all sports (except for noted changes in track).
WE ASK THAT ANY PERSON EXPERIENCING ANY SYMPTOMS RELATED TO COVID-19, PLEASE DON’T ATTEND THE EVENT BEING HELD AT LELAND AND GRAY.
Yearbooks:
YEARBOOKS!!!!!! Due to the limited amount of content available at this point, we have decided to delay yearbook distribution until the summer so that ALL spring activities, including graduation, can be included! We are really excited about being able to include things we generally cannot. You can order your yearbook at any time! Here is the purchase link and the passcode is 1014126117141122.
Please contact Sarah Grasso if you have any questions.
HEY Help:
COMMUNITY:
Green Up Day:
Hold the Date!
Community Hope & Action is helping to host Green Up Day, Saturday, May 1st. Bags are available for pickup at Townshend Elementary School late April and will be available for touch-free pick up at Leland & Gray on the day of the event from 9 am to noon.
Green Up Day, by nature, is an activity of social distancing as citizens of all ages get outside and clean up miles of Vermont roads. “Participating in Green Up Day is one small way to find some normalcy in our tilted world,” says one Green Up Day Coordinator, Robin Rieske. Green Up Day provides a sense of commitment to where we live and to each other. It is about healthy surroundings, and connecting our communities with a goal for common greatness. This well-loved community event will help contribute to the physical, social and mental health of Vermonters as much as their Green Up activities will help beautify our state.
So, swing by Leland & Gray on Saturday May 1st from 9am to noon to pick up your trash bags and receive a goodie bag as well!
Filled bags can be dropped at Townshend transfer station on Saturday May 1st free of charge from 8am - 2pm. Please use the correct locations at that site, practice social distancing and protect yourselves with masks and gloves.
For local locations to get bags and more information: https://
Cleanup Contest:
The Nature Museum: Summer Camp Assistant Positions:
Up to 40hrs/week during camp season, primarily from June 21th - August
13th. Preparation and training will take place during the week of June 21st. Total of up to 300 hours over the course of the summer. Hourly Rate: $12-15/hr. Rate of pay dependent upon experience. This is a seasonal position that is not eligible for benefits.
More details/job descriptions are available in the L&G main office.
