Upcoming Financial Aid Deadline 

Greetings. As the deadline for submission of the Parent Financial Statement (PFS) grows closer, I want to highlight some subtle changes in protocol this year.  In The Grammar School's ever-increasing desire to be more sustainable, families applying for financial aid will be encouraged to complete the process online.  Paper copies are available, but please know it is more expensive for families to submit a paper version of the PFS. 

Notable Changes:

• The deadline for submission of the PFS is Wednesday, February 1, 2012.
• The deadline for submission all supporting documents is Wednesday, February 15, 2012.
• Supporting documentation includes:
  • W-2s and 1099s;
  • Signed copies of your 2011 IRS 1040 and all schedules;
  • Forms 1065, 1120-S and K-1 Schedules (if applicable);
  • 4056-T (which will be mailed to you in the coming weeks);
  • Business/Farm Statement for self-employed parents.
  • Families must send copies of all supporting documentation directly to:

                            SSS by NAIS

                            Application Processing Center

                            P.O.  Box 449

                            Randolph, MA 02368-0449

• Award letters (along with a re-enrollment contracts) will be mailed on Thursday, March 15, 2012.

Please refer often to the attached timeline for financial aid, which gives added detail to the abovementioned information.  If you have any questions, please contact me at (802) 387-5364 (ext. 105).

Thanks you in advance for all your work in meeting these important deadlines!

In appreciation,

Phil Blood

After School Circus Arts Opportunity at TGS for 8 Mondays from March 19 through May 7, 3:15-4:15 pm. Ages 8-15 years, cost $120. 

Do your kids like to jump around, climb things, and throw stuff? Sounds like a circus! With experienced instructors from the New England Center for Circus Arts, kids will learn group pyramids, solo tumbling, aerial skills, juggling, and more, all while learning how to work together, be strong, and have physical confidence. This is special class held on site at the Grammar School in Putney. The enrollment deadline for priority to Grammar School Students is by February 15; after that date other students may register for remaining spots in the class.  For information, contact NECCA at (802) 254-9780.  Register online at www.necenterforcircusarts.org. 

To quote the Food Shelf staff in Putney: "It takes a village, and neighbors helping neighbors is truly taken seriously by TGS. The 25 families we help weekly are grateful. The continued support of TGS is overwhelming. Thank you!"

For the month of January, the 8th grade class is leading the collection of non-perishable items donated to the Putney Food Shelf. Boxes at the upper school and outside the main office are there for all contributions. Thank you!

Waxing tips straight from the cross-country national racing world to your own backyard.  Maine-based Drew Gelinas,  veteran race ski service technician for the U.S. Ski Team on the World Cup circuit, will be demonstrating Nordic kick waxing techniques Monday, January 16th at the West Hill Shop in Putney, Vermont.  You don't need to be a racer to benefit from this demo.  

This is the second in a series of free cross-country ski care programs being offered to Nordic skiers this winter.  Monday's demonstration will focus on "kick" waxing for waxable classic skis, only. Learn how to keep your skis gripping and not slipping, especially on longer ski adventures and marathons. Monday's free demonstration is at 6:00pm for first timers and 6:30pm for veterans, including race waxing tips for marathons. Questions, or to sign up by email: diny@westhillshop.com or call 802-387-5718. Again, we will be offering Swix coupons, so sign up in advance!

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