Friday, September 17, 2021

Friday Notes 9/17/21

 

SCHOOL INFO

9/17/21


Dear L&G Families:


As we wrap up the first “full week” of school since early March 2020, I want to thank you for your kids!  Our students have responded very well to the increased expectations for masking during the school day, and as we all read about case numbers surging, I am confident that our approach to keeping everyone safe will result in us being able to stay fully open and in person!


A couple of updates:


  • Due to challenges at the school picture company (Lifetouch), we’ve had to move Picture Day to Thursday, October 21st.  More information will be forthcoming!


  • Next week will be our first “PBL Wednesday” in the high school (Middle School will have a normal day!)

    • This means that students will not be required to be here for the start of classes until 9:15am.  Students who ride the bus will be provided a supervised location for a “quiet study hall” during the 7:45 - 9:15 timeslot.  

    • Classes will run in the morning, followed by lunch, an assembly, advisory, and the PBL block.  This block will be used differently by each grade level:

      • 9th graders will be working on “Getting Ready for HS” skills, which in essence is an extension of the new Intro to HS class they are all currently taking.  They’ll start off with a fun game to get to know the HS!

      • 10th graders will be earning community service hours 

      • 11th and 12th graders will be working on college and career readiness.


  • Coming Attractions:

    • RocktoberFest: Friday, October 8th (details coming soon)

    • Indiginous Peoples’ Day: Monday, October 11th (no school)

    • Parent Conferences: Tuesday, October 12th (Early Release Day, conferences will be via zoom, and run from 2pm - 7pm - details on how to sign up coming soon!)


The West River Educational District School Board Meeting will be held this coming Monday night (9/20) at 7pm.  This is held both in person and via zoom.  The agenda is available on the district’s website: https://sites.google.com/windhamcentral.org/west-river-education-district/home


Thanks for reading, and have a great weekend!


Bob Thibault

Principal





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NEWS FROM REFUSE TO USE

Refuse to Use Registration is open. 
The in-person. Kick-Off has been canceled. A virtual Kick-Off is planned for Sunday, Sept 26th @ 4 PM. 

Please Note: 
  • Leland and Gray students (Grades6-12) who wish to participate in Refuse to Use and their parent, guardian, or a caring adult must attend a Kick-Off event.
  • Refuse to Use Registration closes October 10, 2021

Here is a link to all Refuse to Use information: https://sites.google.com/windhamcentral.org/refuse-to-use-lg/hom or see the Leland and Gray website homepage and click on Refuse to Use.





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