THE GRAMMAR SCHOOL WEDNESDAY NOTICE
October 8, 2014
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GREETINGS FROM THE HEAD OF SCHOOL
Yesterday Olympic skier Noah Hoffman visited campus with his girlfriend, Emilia Wint, who is a US Ski Team member for Slopestyle. 
Noah has visited TGS many times in the past few years, and it is always nice to see him. Yesterday, he and Emilia spoke to the entire school and shared two videos to highlight their unique disciplines within the sport of skiing. I am always impressed by Noah and find his earnest humility refreshing. I am so appreciative that he interacts regularly with our students and provides a real life example of someone who is working hard every day to be at the top of his sport. He's an athlete who is driven by his passion to ski and compete, and that drive carries him around the world in pursuit of his goals. We are excited to see him again and follow his season closely on the World Cup.
We are hosting the 4th Annual TGS Fun Run at Green Mountain Orchards this afternoon, and all students are encouraged to participate. It's a beautiful day for a race in the orchard!
As you all know, the Faire is this weekend! The campus is taking shape and our tireless and talented parent volunteers are working overtime to make this Faire one for the record books. I look forward to working with many of you over the next few days as we raise the village and transform our school into a magical medieval fairground!
Dan
MEDIEVAL FAIRE OCTOBER 11!
THANK YOU! Volunteer sign-ups have been fantastic; we only have a few more slots to fill for food and day-of activities. Check out ivolunteer if you haven't had the chance yet!
Parking - After Wednesday pick-up, there will not be parking at the Lower School due to Faire set up; please keep that in mind for dropoff and pickup on Thursday and Friday. Bus paths and a Fire Lane must remain clear. On Saturday please park in the Lower Field, as there will be limited parking only at the Upper School field (with priority for those transporting animals) due to the Joust and other activities. The main driveway will be closed from Saturday from 9:30am until the end of the Faire at 4pm, for pedestrian traffic.
Dropping off Marketplace Items - If you have crafted or canned/pickled items, please drop them off at the Auditorium stage or the Development Office. If you have signed up to bring Marketplace food, please drop those items off from Friday afternoon at the picnic table if the weather is good, otherwise in the Teachers Lounge. If you bring crafted or food items Saturday morning, please bring them directly to the Marketplace tent.
MEDIEVAL 5K - To Benefit the Eighth Grade Service Learning Trip to Ecuador in Spring 2015
On the Morning of the Medieval Faire, October 11 at 9:00am. Registration opens at 8:00am. To preregister or for more information: putneymedieval5k@gmail.com. Walkers welcome
Entrance Fee - $20 per individual, $15 for runners in Medieval Garb, $30 for family package. Free T-shirt with registration - First come, first served - Prizes from Laura Zindel designs & HSP Toys
VISIT THE 8TH GRADE ECUADOR BOOTH AT HARVEST FESTIVAL! Sunday, October 12 from 10-4 at The Putney School
Eighth graders, with teachers Liz and Hop, will sell delicious food to raise money for their service learning trip to Ecuador this spring. Families will receive a signup sheet for the event, and students should be at Harvest Festival at their designated work times. Please contact Liz with any questions.
Food items include: Bocadillos de Tortilla de Patata (potato omelet baguettes from Spain); cheese and pesto baguettes (cheese donated by David from Vermont Shepherd, and pesto donated by Laura Guadette and Dave Hume of Whirlygig Farm); Smokin' Bowls chili with bread and cheese; and tons of goodies left over from the Medieval Faire.
Gracias!
Liz
THANK YOU FROM PUTNEY FOODSHELF
The donations from The Grammar School are astounding! Your "Fill the Bus" event was simply extraordinary. Our drive was a complete success thanks to The Grammar School. This is such a big deal and will make such a difference in the lives of the people the Foodshelf supports as well as the Foodshelf Family Food Bag program at Putney Central. The Grammar School's generosity and kindness will have a significant impact on the food available to the hungry in our community.
The Grammar School donated 85 bags for a total of 831.6 pounds of food!
...and our total tally is:
366 bags of food for a total of 3,755 pounds of food and $1,060 in cash donations
Wow! Thank you.
Sincerely,
The Putney Foodshelf
PUTNEY FOOD SHELF - Ongoing donations
The sixth grade is responsible for collecting for the Putney Food Shelf this month. The food shelf's mission is to provide supplemental HEALTHY food for area people in need. There will be baskets, and boxes outside our classroom and Tammy's office door. Keep an eye out for new posters around the school highlighting the need for food and the Vermont statistics on hunger. Please help your child to gather and bring non-perishable food items and toiletries to fill the need at Putney Family Services. Thank you!
WALK IN THE HAUNTED WOODS Oct 24-25
6:30-8:30pm at The Grammar School (less scary from 6:30-7pm) - Mark your calendars for this eighth grade fundraiser for the spring Washington, DC trip. It will be SPOOKTACULAR!
TGS LIBRARY BOOK FAIR OCT. 10-17!
Please set aside a time to visit the library to select from the exciting books that will be on display. The Book Fair will be open: during the Medieval Faire; Friday, October 10; Wednesday-Thursday, October 15-16; and Friday morning October 17. The Book Fair is also an opportunity to donate books to your child's class.
For more information, please visit the Library page. If you have any questions, please contact me. Your support of the library is always greatly appreciated. Thank you, Ponnie
~Visit the Book Fair during the Medieval Faire~
XC Meets - Course walks at 3:30pm
Today - TGS Fun Run at Green Mountain Orchards
Oct. 22 TGS Invitational
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.
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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OCT 8 - TGS FUN RUN at Green Mountain Orchards
OCT 11 - Medieval Faire 10-4
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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
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
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