THE GRAMMAR SCHOOL WEDNESDAY NOTICE
May 28, 2014
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GREETINGS FROM THE HEAD OF SCHOOL
It is hard to believe that there are only two weeks left before graduation. There are still many field trips and class events and projects, and the campus feels as alive as ever. The eighth grade is practicing the graduation ceremony regularly, the yearbook is going to print soon, and the annual eighth grade photo collage has begun to take shape outside of the front office. It's fun to scan the pictures of these students' journey through TGS, and even more fun to see the eighth graders and other students marvel at the history and transformations displayed for all to enjoy. We will miss this group of students next year and are excited for all they will accomplish.
By now you should have all received a parent survey link via email. Thank you in advance for filling out this important tool; we value your feedback on your experience at TGS.
Sincerely,
Dan Marchetti
Head of School
TGS YARD SALE MAY 31 - IMPORTANT!
Donations: Please drop off your items Saturday, May 31before 9:00am at the Putney Co-op field or at TGS in the tents behind the auditorium. Please only clean, workable, quality items such as toys, books, clothes, furniture, and household goods. Please bag or box clothes by gender and size, ie: Adult female or Youth boys. Mark bags as such.
Jobs:
Friday:
Set up fencing and mow grass at Co-op 2 volunteers needed
Saturday:
7:30am to 9am: Move items to Coop by truck or car
4 volunteers
8am to 9:30am: Set and organize stuff as it arrives
3 volunteers
9:30am to Noon: Man sale and check out
4 volunteers
Noon to 2:00pm: Man sale and check out
3 volunteers
Clean Up: Clean up, break down sale
4 volunteers
Please contact Deb if you can help!
The Grammar School 2014 Summer Camp will take place during the weeks of July 7, 14, and 21. The Preschool Camp, for four- and five-year olds, features three themed weeks of arts, crafts, movement, and exploration. In Summer Discovery Camp, children ages 6 to 14 experience the arts, nature, outdoor adventures, and optional supervised swim time. Full- and partial-day options are available. Visit the Summer Camp website for more information.
To inquire about teaching in the 2014 Summer Camp, contact Jen Robb at camps@thegrammarschool.org. For more information about The Grammar School, please visit www.thegrammarschool.org.
FINAL WEEK OF SPRING SPORTS
The last day of mountain biking will be Monday, June 2, because May 26 is Memorial Day. If you have not already paid, please bring your $25 spring sports fee to Tammy.
STROLLING OF THE HEIFERS PARADE JUNE 7 TGS will again march in the SOTH parade on Saturday, June 7th. All students and parents are welcome, but if you think you are coming let our parent coordinator, Michael Hornsby, know so we have a rough estimate. No float this year...walking only. We will be lining up in the Church parking lot on Flat Street. This is the parking lot in-between the Youth Theatre and the Brattleboro Town parking lot, where Flatter-me-Hair is located. Please be there no later than 9:30am - the parade starts at 10:00 sharp. We will be at the finish at the Retreat gates between 10:45 and 11.
Please wear a TGS T-shirt and a pair of sunglasses, kids and adults! Our theme will be "Our future's so bright we have to wear shades!" Keep an eye on the weather - we march rain or shine. Questions? mhornsby@brimstoneconsulting.com.
MUSICAL DVDS
Millie DVDs by videographer Pedr Seymour will be available very soon. Please email Alli with orders
and remember to specify Cast A or Cast B. $25 check, payable to TGS, should be delivered to Alli or her faculty mailbox.
SSAT PREP CLASS We have the opportunity to offer an SSAT prep class, led by Shelley Dresser of Eaglebrook School, sometime during the last two weeks of June. The 3-day intensive class is designed to familiarize students with the SSAT and teach them test-taking strategies. Students also receive an analysis of their practice test results and an individualized study program to work on over the summer. A follow-up review class would be held closer to the test date. Please email Jen Robb if you're interested in having your child attend. More info about specific dates and cost to follow.
SPEECH THERAPIST
Sarah Shine, CCC-SLP, will be coming to TGS two days/week to provide speech therapy for the 2014-2015 school year. Payment is through self pay or can be billed to your health insurance. If you would like your child to be seen during her visits, please email her at sarah@shinespeechtherapy.com, or she can be reached at (802) 258-7115. Please contact her promptly to reserve a slot.
See what your students are up to in art class lately! These links are organized by grade, and I hope you'll browse to see what everyone else is doing, too. Thanks, Hannah
http://thegrammarschool.org/art/category/preschool/
http://thegrammarschool.org/art/category/kindergarten/
During the month of May, Hop's seventh graders will be collecting non-perishable foods and toiletries (soap, toothpaste, packets of diapers, etc.) for the Putney Food Shelf. Putney Family Services values TGS's consistent support of the Foodshelf. We encourage you to give in "6"s (six boxes of mac 'n' cheese, six cans of corn, six of whatever!) that would help support PFS's Family Food Bag program. Baskets will be located in the Upper School and outside the main office. Donations can also be brought in to your child's homeroom teacher. Let's make a difference in the lives of others this month! Thank you! CLIP 'EM OR RIP 'EM
We will be collecting box tops until the end of the school year. Please put your box tops in the bin by the front door to earn money for the school! And remember to shop online at boxtopsforeducation.com/marketplace to earn money for TGS while you shop online. Thank you!
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MAY 31 - Yard Sale
JUNE 12 - Graduation
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COMMUNITY NEWS
Laura Zindel - is looking for any one that needs a house sitter during the summer (or longer ) or has a room/small apartment to rent for a new employee moving here from Michigan. He is a 24 year old recent art school grad that would be grateful for a place to stay while he gets his bearings in a new area. Call Laura at 802-579-3062 for more information.
A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD AT NEYT A Year With Frog and Toad with a great cast that includes a number of TGS students and directed by our musical director, Alisa Hauser, is coming to NEYT May 29-June 1. Performances are Thurs-Sat at 7pm and Sat & Sun at 2 pm. Tickets are $5 for children and $10 for adults and can be purchased online at www.neyt.org.
The Brattleboro Music Center is offering a full line-up of new programs
this summer. Full details about the Brattleboro Music Center's Summer Programs can be
TWO BIKES FOR SALE: Specialized mountain bike, 26" wheels, small frame, front suspension, 18 speed, 7 years old but used little and well maintained. $200. Also: Men's Nuke Proof mountain bike, front suspension, medium frame, 26" wheels,18 speeds, road tires (slicks) and trail tires included. Probably 15 years old but in good shape. $300. Call Ken @ 387-2145, or see me in the preschool!
GARDENING - TGS parent Sam Dell, who is the owner of Vermont Fine Gardeners, is offering $50 off the first 10 hours of gardening labor for any new clients. His business specializes in the maintenance and installation of perennial gardens, trees and shrubs. He also does design consultation and edible landscaping. He can be contacted at (802) 380-3055 or at smdell4@yahoo.com.
MUSICALS WORKSHOP led by Alisa Hauser!
Ages 7-12, Singing for Theater
July 7-11, 9:30am-12pm, Brattleboro Music Center
ELLA WARNER IN CIRCUS SMIRKUS - After working hard to come back from a horrible arm injury last year, Ella has auditioned successfully for the 2014 Circus Smirkus Summer Tour. Ella is going to be on tour all summer with World renowned Youth circus "Circus Smirkus". If you want to catch up with Ella this summer and the fabulous youth circus please go to the web site as tickets are now on sale. https://tickets.catamountarts.org/Circus/default.aspx?interface=1
FRENCH CAMP IN CANADA THIS SUMMER
 New this year! Learn French while biking, canoeing, and playing in Canada with Madame Jo!
Léo and Véro, both professional outdoor guides, will lead our group of 11-14 year olds in a camping adventure in Mont Tremblant. Daily play in French in the morning will be followed by trips to a local farm for a service learning project, playing in the sparkling waters of the beautiful Lake Beaven and a variety of outdoor events. Contact Madame Jo for more information.
2014 SUMMER CAMP IN SPAIN - Culture and Language Immersion Program
June 28 - July 12, 2014 (15 days) Led by Liz Jackson with Gogi Abroad for ages 13-16
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