THE GRAMMAR SCHOOL WEDNESDAY NOTICE
September 24, 2014
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GREETINGS FROM THE HEAD OF SCHOOL
All School Meeting (ASM) is one of my favorite events of each week, and this year our ASMs have been lovely. We are fortunate at TGS to have student leaders who, with encouragement and guidance from skilled teachers, lead our weekly community gatherings. In the process, they hone their own leadership styles, while they demonstrate their sincere care for and investment in TGS. This year the eighth graders have committed to producing a series of simple skits for most ASMs, designed to overtly reinforce common social skills and practices that they have identified as key elements of a well functioning learning community. The first skit reminded us all how we are supposed to greet each other, and last week's skit humorously depicted the right and wrong ways to listen and engage as an audience. I love the simplicity of the message being delivered by these students and I appreciate how much attention they, and the TGS community, pay to the importance of how we intentionally treat each other, fostering a culture of care and respect through all fibers of the community. I want to remind you all that ASM is always open and parents are strongly encouraged to come whenever possible and participate in this community event. Next weekend our ASM takes place on Putney Mountain and I sincerely hope to see many of you there for this special and meaningful tradition.
Last week we announced a community initiative aimed at making a difference in the food drive for the Putney Food Shelf. We have set a goal to "Fill The Bus" with bags of donated food for those in need. On Tuesday, we will Fill The Bus, and gather as a school to send the stocked bus off to Putney Food Shelf's food drive at Next Stage. Thank you in advance for any help you can offer. This is also a good opportunity to speak with your children about giving back and helping others, and I hope that you'll engage with them about why it is important to help strangers in need in our community. TGS has a long tradition of helping the Putney Food Shelf and we will continue to assist them throughout the year.
Sincerely,
Dan
FILL THE BUS! Help stock the Putney Food Shelf by filling the seats of Next Stage Theater in Putney. Please send in 4-6 (or more!) non-perishable grocery items with your child before Tuesday, September 30.
 We will fill The Grammar School bus with groceries on Tuesday morning and deliver them to Next Stage at 1pm. Feel free to join us! Fall sports have started! If you have not done so already, please fill out the sports forms for your children participating in after school sports. Forms also are available in Tammy's office.
There still is time to join an after school activity. Please contact Mary if your child would like to participate in an after school sport.
Please remember to make arrangements for transporting your children to and from soccer games and running meets. Let Mary know if you are not receiving email updates on athletic events.
AFTER SCHOOL PRACTICES
XC Running
K-8: Wednesdays from 3:10-4:30 (Coaches Jen Robb and Hans Estrin)
XC Meets - Course walks at 3:30pm
Oct. 1 Kurn Hattin School
Oct. 8 TGS Fun Run at Green Mountain Orchards
Oct. 22 TGS Invitational
Soccer practices and most games
K-1-2: Mondays from 3:10-4:00pm - Coach Katherine Frey '04
3-4-5-6: Tuesdays and Thursdays - Coaches Ken Brautigam and Katherine Frey '04
7-8: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:10-4:30pm - Coach Dan Marchetti ( There will be NO 7-8 practice this Thursday, September 25)
MEDIEVAL FAIRE 5K - A NEW EVENT!
A giant, fire-breathing thank you to Gwyneth for her poster and T-shirt design! We'll use it on the flyer and the T-shirt.
If you are NOT registering for the race, but want to buy a T-shirt, please let Joanne Fuller know. Money raised from the race goes to the eighth grade service learning trip to Ecuador!
Thanks for your support.
 ECUADOR HOLIDAY BASKET RAFFLE
 Support the eighth grade service learning trip to Ecuador - enter to win a hammock, alpaca sweater, two scarves, wool hat, cafe, llama doll, coin purse, and earrings and necklace!(Basket value is $275) BUY A FEW TICKETS FROM AN EIGHTH GRADE STUDENT! Tickets: 1/$5, 2/$10, packet 10/$20.
MEDIEVAL FAIRE! SATURDAY, OCT. 11
Planning is under way for this year's Faire! Watch for updates from your class parents and in the Wednesday Notice. Volunteer sign-ups will continue until Faire day.There are some exciting new events this year, including a joust and dramatic skits featuring some of TGS's finest! If you have any questions, please contact Melanie Kent, Jen Robb, or Jen Jacobs. PUTNEY FOOD SHELF Welcome to another school year, and with that a return to our school's shared community services, including the Putney Food Shelf. The food shelf's mission is to provide supplemental HEALTHY food for area people in need. For the month of September, the third grade is responsible for collecting non-perishable food items and toiletries. A basket is outside the main office and another is outside the third grade classroom. THANK YOU!
STEM + Art = STEAM This year we're expanding our science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) program to include art. Beginning in November, TGS will once again host after school clubs in artistic innovation on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:15 until 5:00. Classes will include pottery and creative writing, as well as the ever popular Lego Robotics and a variety of other exciting activities.You may email Jen Robb with any questions or suggestions.
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SEPT 30 - Fill the Bus for the Putney Food Shelf!
OCT 1 - Putney Mountain Hike
OCT. 11 - Medieval Faire
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COMMUNITY NEWS
DEB GRAY PAINTING AND DECORATING
Does your home need a face lift? If so, please contact Deb Gray for painting jobs, decorating tips, color consultation, and antique furniture purchases.These are all new adventures in my semi-retirement. Call 387-5552, or email degoart38@gmail.com.
I miss you all.
Deb
PLEASE HELP STOCK THE PUTNEY FOOD SHELF
Tuesday, Sept. 30 from 7am-7pm, bring your donations to Next Stage on Kimball Hill in Putney. Volunteers at the curb will take your non-perishable items. Food that is needed includes canned items, peanut butter, pasta, and rice. Phone: 802-387-2120. TGS will participate in this community event.
Saxtons River Montessori School Fun Run September 27, 2014
Kids run at 10am, 5K to follow. Please register before September 27, 2014 at: saxtonsrivermontessorischool.com, 802-869-3349.
AMANDA UPTON - YOGA FOR BEGINNERS begins Oct. 4 in Putney
Beginning a yoga practice can be intimidating and overwhelming. To help you get started, I've created a 4-week beginner yoga series that will breakdown poses, breathing, and relaxation techniques. You will also learn how yoga can make you happier and healthier. Learn more and sign up here.
PRIVATE MUSIC LESSONS UKULELE AND GUITAR
TGS music teacher Jared Stolper will once again be offering Ukulele and Guitar lessons after school for students in grades 5 through 8. If you are interested in lessons for your student or want more information, please
MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS NEEDED
Do you have an instrument that you would you be willing to loan to a 7th or 8th grader for Fall Studio? We're looking for ukuleles, guitars, bass guitars, practice amps, drum kits, and practice pads. Please email Alli if you can help us out with any of these!
  NEWS ITEMS
Please send your Community News items to Mary by Tuesday morning to be included in the Wednesday Notice.
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