SCHOOL INFO

September 29, 2023

What is Title I?

Windham Central Supervisory Union (WCSU) receives federal funding to support schools throughout our SU, including Windham School. Title I funds are used to promote improved instruction for all students in our schools.  For example, funding is used to provide professional development to all teachers, behavioral support for students, to provide academics and intervention programs, and for community and family engagement.  

PEPETOBER WEEK!

Find your twin, break out your neon and dust off your beach hat… Pepetober week is next week! Student Council can’t wait to see everyone’s Pep Rally Participation! 

Let’s Glo Pep Rally/Rocktoberfest 

Friday, October 6th will be a fun day with the Let’s Glo Pep Rally (wear your neon & white!) and Rocktoberfest in the evening. 

Notes from the Nurse

Starting September 25, you can order four free test kits per household through COVIDtests.gov. The tests will detect the currently circulating COVID-19 variants and are intended for use through the end of 2023. The kits will include instructions on how to verify extended expiration dates

RTU

October Middleschool RTU meetings are set. RTU Students should go to their own grade level meeting. If a middle school RTU student CAN'T make their grade level meeting, they can go to another middle school grade level meeting or to the middle school make-up meeting.

STUDENTS MUST LET THEIR REP KNOW AT LEAST 48 HRS IN ADVANCE ABOUT THEIR PLANS.

Your Input is Valuable!

Thrives currently has two open surveys, and we invite you to please provide your feedback. Thank you!

• Summer Meal Program (Food Bags) Feedback

Did you pick up food bags this summer from L&G, NewBrook, or the Jamaica church? We want to know what you think about the program. Your input will help ensure the success & continuation of the program, as well as assist with making improvements in the future. Survey: https://forms.gle/5v3S8YjJ2A8Jd7DN6

• Parent & Caring Adult Community Survey

Are you looking for more activities and connection opportunities for you and your kids? This is your chance to let us know what kinds of activities you would like! The West River Valley libraries of Newfane, Townshend, and Jamaica, along with West River Valley Thrives are working together to create new programming for families, parents/guardians, and kids. Please complete our community survey to help us design the best programming possible for your interests and schedule. Your input is greatly appreciated and can be anonymous if you choose >>> survey link.

Important Dates 

• Friday, October 6th - Rocktoberfest, 7pm - 10pm

• Monday, October 9th - No School - Indigenous Peoples’ Day - NO SCHOOL

• Thursday, October 12th - Progress Reports 

• Thursday, October 12th, 12:30pm-7pm - Parent/Teacher Conferences 

• Friday, October 13th - Parent Conferences 

• Saturday, October 14th - Pumpkin Festival,10:00 am - 4:00 pm

• Friday, October 20th - Picture Day

• Friday, October 20th - Music Night, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

October Lunch Menu

Employment Opportunities 

Bromley Ski Area is looking for Winter Shoveling Help!

We offer very competitive wages, a free ski pass and food & retail discounts.

Have a snow day off, time after school/work or time available on weekends, we would like to meet you.

Ages 14 and up are eligible for hire

Responsibilities Include:

Assist in clearing snow via a company provided shovel

Conduct themselves in a safe manner at all times

Keep a good daily record of all work performed

Maintains quality standards that are set by the company

Please call Brian Sullivan @ (802) 856 – 2235 or email  bsullivan@bromley.com with any questions

Friday Notes 9/22/23

September 22, 2023

Hello Families, 

On Tuesday we had repeated power outages which resulted in students being sent home after lunch. While this was a disruption to the day, it was a great opportunity for us to practice how we handle an emergency, as well as evaluate what our strengths and weaknesses were. Students maintained poise throughout the entire event. 

Progress reports were scheduled to go out on September 25th, but the date has been changed to October 2.

Recognition for High School is a great way to end the week. Students have been asked to reduce profanity and manage their cell phones by keeping them tucked away during class time. There was a noticeable decrease in referrals to the office. Students are changing habits and it is not easy work. Student Council suggested the High School have extended lunch when they are meeting goals, so on Thursday it was an extended lunch in place of FLEX. They had access to the gym and outdoor courts; students were out and active. They did a wonderful job with this privilege!  The middle school students and staff are now starting discussions about goals and celebration opportunities.

Have a great weekend,

Dana Aquadro 

Principal

SCHOOL INFO

Class of 2025 Fundraisers 

The class of 2025 will be hosting a Corn Hole tournament October 15th from noon on at Leland and Gray. They are also selling Little Caesar pizza kits. Please see any Junior for purchase.  We are raising money for Prom, our class trip, and class gift.

Summer Meal Program (Food Bags) Feedback 

Did you pick up food bags this summer from L&G, NewBrook, or the Jamaica church? We want to know what you think about the program and invite you to complete the survey below. Your input will help ensure the success & continuation of the program, as well as assist with making improvements in the future. Thank you! Survey: https://forms.gle/5v3S8YjJ2A8Jd7DN6

Parent & Caring Adult Community Survey

Are you looking for more activities and connection opportunities for you and your kids? This is your chance to let us know what kinds of activities you would like! The West River Valley libraries of Newfane, Townshend, and Jamaica, along with West River Valley Thrives are working together to create new programming for families, parents/guardians, and kids. Please complete our community survey to help us design the best programming possible for your interests and schedule. Your input is greatly appreciated and can be anonymous if you choose >>> survey link.

FREE Webinar: Teen Misconceptions About E-Cigs, Nicotine, and Flavored Vapes: What Should Parents Know?

Tue, September 26, 8:30pm - 9:30pm EDT

Description: Disposable and fruit and candy flavored vapes can't be sold legally in the U.S., yet they're still readily available. Why? The answer is complex and has concerned parents wringing their hands. In this webinar, Bonnie Halpern-Felsher, PhD, developmental psychologist, will address common teen misconceptions about nicotine and vaping. Her research focuses on understanding and reducing adolescent tobacco use, alcohol and marijuana use, and risky behavior.

Parents/caregivers, students, educators, mental health professionals, and community members welcome!  

Click here to register. 

NOTE: Zoom webinar link is included in your Order Notification under "Additional Information"

Important Dates 

• Monday, October 2nd - Progress Reports

• Friday, October 6th - Rocktoberfest, 6:00 pm - 10 pm

• Monday, October 9th - No School - Indigenous Peoples’ Day -  NO SCHOOL

• Thursday, October 12th - Parent Conferences 

• Friday, October 13th - Parent Conferences 

• Saturday, October 14th - Pumpkin Festival,10:00 am - 4:00 pm

• Friday, October 20th - Picture Day

• Friday, October 20th - Music Night, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

September Lunch Menu

Employment Opportunities 

Bromley Ski Area is looking for Winter Shoveling Help!

We offer very competitive wages, a free ski pass and food & retail discounts.

Have a snow day off, time after school/work or time available on weekends, we would like to meet you.

Ages 14 and up are eligible for hire

Responsibilities Include:

Assist in clearing snow via a company provided shovel

Conduct themselves in a safe manner at all times

Keep a good daily record of all work performed

Maintains quality standards that are set by the company

Please call Brian Sullivan @ (802) 856 – 2235 or email  bsullivan@bromley.com with any questions

Friday Notes 9/15/23

 

SCHOOL INFO

September 15, 2023

Wednesday Bus 

Wednesday mornings will not have a late bus run for Leland & Gray. On late start Wednesdays, students may ride the bus at the usual time or they may be dropped off at 9:15 am.

Booster Club Apparel 

Deadline to purchase Leland and Gray Spirit Wear is September 17th. Check out this year’s gear here: https://lelandgreyfall2023.itemorder.com/shop/home/

Junior Class Fundraiser 

The Junior Class is selling Little Caesars Pizza kits to raise funds for prom. You can purchase pizza kits and other Little Caesar products from any Junior. The products will be sent directly to your home address. The fundraiser will conclude on October 12, 2023.  We hope to raise lots of money so we can have a stupendous prom in May. Thank you in advance for your support.

Summer Meal Program (Food Bags) Feedback 

Did you pick up food bags this summer from L&G, NewBrook, or the Jamaica church? We want to know what you think about the program! To provide feedback, please complete this brief survey (link below). Your input will help ensure the success & continuation of the program, as well as assist with making improvements in the future. Thank you! Survey: https://forms.gle/5v3S8YjJ2A8Jd7DN6

BRATTLEBORO ROTARY CLUB

STUDENT ROTARIAN SCHEDULE 2023-2024

The Student Rotarian program is designed to accommodate two students from each of the four

schools: Brattleboro Union High School, Windham Regional Career Center, Hinsdale High

School, and Leland and Gray High School.

At the kick-off meeting, students and school representatives, if available, will be introduced to

the Club.

**This year all students will attend on the first Thursday of the month (per below schedule).

All Students

● 10/5 Kick-Off Meeting

● Regularly Scheduled Meetings 11/02 12/07, 01/04, 02/01, 03/07, 4/4

(Students will arrive at the meeting by 12:00 - meetings end at 1:15)

● May 02 - Each student will be asked to give a brief presentation on their Rotary

experience.

● Community service projects will be announced at the meetings and in

the weekly newsletter. Students will participate in 2 projects.

For more information about the Brattleboro Rotary Club check out the Program Description .

Free and Reduced Meal Application 

Don’t forget to fill out your Meal Application! You can find the form here : Meal Application. Click “Start Meal Application” and enter “Windham Central Supervisory Union'' for the District.

Important Dates 

• Sunday, September 17th - RTU Kickoff Event, 7:00 - 8:30 pm

• Friday, October 6th - Rocktoberfest, 6:00 pm - 10 pm

• Monday, October 9 - No School - Indigenous Peoples’ Day -  NO SCHOOL

• Saturday, October 14th - Pumpkin Festival,10:00 am - 4:00 pm

• Friday, October 20th - Picture Day

• Friday, October 20th - Music Night, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Anti Bias Free Webinar 

Free Webinar for Families

Combating Bias and Isolation in Adolescence: Strategies for Teachers and Families Wednesday, September 27 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. ET / 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. CT / 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. PT

How teachers and families can work together to help young people develop their understanding of themselves and the world around them. 

Register Here!

RTU

Employment Opportunities 

Bromley Ski Area is looking for Winter Shoveling Help!

We offer very competitive wages, a free ski pass and food & retail discounts.

Have a snow day off, time after school/work or time available on weekends, we would like to meet you.

Ages 14 and up are eligible for hire

Responsibilities Include:

Assist in clearing snow via a company provided shovel

Conduct themselves in a safe manner at all times

Keep a good daily record of all work performed

Maintains quality standards that are set by the company

Please call Brian Sullivan @ (802) 856 – 2235 or email  bsullivan@bromley.com with any questions

September Lunch Menu

Leland and Gray 2023-2024 School Calendar